Springville - 2025 Mural Artist Pool RFQ
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*Applications are accepted January-October of each year. November-December will be closed for new applications to allow for current mural artists in the pool to update or withdraw their information.
Introduction
Springville City’s Public Art Program seeks to commission artists to create original murals at various sites around Springville City. A selection panel of community representatives, arts and culture professionals, and civic leaders will be assembled to select and recommend an artist or artist team for the projects. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is ongoing and applicants will be added to the artist pool. Springville City, city departments, and Springville businesses will review applications as projects arise. Artists in the pool may or may not be contacted to create a proposal for a project.
Eligibility
This project is open to all artists, but preference will be given to local and regional artists. Artists may apply as individuals or as a group. Up to five artists from the pool may be selected as finalists to present a design concept proposal for a project. Finalists will receive an honorarium to develop and present their artwork design concepts. Each finalist will be required to sign a release of liability and indemnity agreement. .
Project Description
The Springville Murals Program is designed to enhance Springville by adding refreshing vibrancy and beauty to public spaces in Springville. Successful murals will contribute to Springville’s brand as “Art City.”
Design, Theme, and Selection Criteria
The Public Art Program seeks artists that will develop designs that are vibrant and refreshing, while celebrating Springville’s heritage, identity, and unique characteristics. Murals could speak to Springville’s rich traditions, natural beauty, “Art City” moniker, or emerging mixture of old/traditional and new/fresh. Abstract and realistic designs are both welcome. Selected designs will be appropriate for family viewing, and not contain images or words that are profane, lewd or politically divisive.
Site Descriptions
Descriptions for specific projects will be sent to finalists chosen for specific projects.
Submission Process
Applications will be received through our submittable account. You must have an account to apply. To request an accommodation for a disability, please email the Public Art Coordinator, Leslie Makai Gleaves at: lgleaves@springville.org
1. Artist Information, which includes the following:
a. Contact information
b. Artist bio and/or personal statement
d. CV or resume
2. A statement of approach which communicates experience with projects of similar scope and scale.
3. At least 3-5 references of fabricated and installed artwork. Relevant mural projects preferred, but not required. If applicable, information to provide includes the following:
a. Scope and description of project
b. Project location
c. 3-6 digital images of the project.
Selection Criteria
The selection panel will select finalists and award the project based on the following criteria:
- Artistic excellence, vibrancy, and originality
- Documented experience of the artist in completing similar projects
- Appropriateness of the approach and/or design for its site in the Springville community
Policies
- Artists in the Mural Artist Pool may or may not be chosen as a finalist for a mural project in Springville.
If an artist or artist group is chosen as a finalist and then is selected as the artist:
- Springville City will issue a contract outlining the terms of the mural project.
- Springville reserves the right to change or cancel any project at any time.
- The selected artist must have liability insurance for the duration of the mural project and provide a Certificate of Insurance at the time a contract is issued that lists Springville City and its officers, agents, and employees as additional insured or sign a liability and indemnification release provided by Springville City.
- The artist is responsible for cost overruns of the mural project.
- The artist will keep the project manager up to date on status, timeline, and progress of mural.
- Upon completion, the City will become the owner of the mural.
- The mural may be removed and/or painted over by the City at any time.
Application Edits
At the end of the calendar year, an email will be sent allowing you to choose one of three options:
1. update your application information (including adding new projects, new website, address, etc.)
2. keep your application information the same
3. withdraw your application from the pool
Project Contact
Leslie Makai Gleaves
Public Art Coordinator
lgleaves@springville.org
801-491-5700