Mural Location
The building is located in the center of one of Mount Rainier's business districts, close to The Glut Food Coop, Sweet and Natural Vegan Foods, Joe's Movement Emporium, and other popular local businesses. It is a walkable street and neighborhood, just a block from Rhode Island Avenue. This project will enhance the visibility of the business district on 34th Street and enlighten public experience through the visual arts.
The size of the area allocated for the mural is 12 feet wide by 13 feet high. The exterior side wall is brick and in good condition. The MRAC does not expect any significant wall preparation prior to the implementation of the mural. The mural artist will be expected to use appropriate materials to ensure the longevity of the mural for at least 10 years, including power washing prior to installation and applying an anti-graffiti coating upon completion.
Artist Eligibility
Submissions were considered from local artists who reside or hold studio space in Maryland, Northern Virginia, and the District of Columbia.
Project Budget
Three finalists were selected and given a $350 stipend to submit a design proposal for the project. One artist was selected and awarded $3,500 to complete the mural. The budget awarded will cover all expenses associated with the creation of the mural, which includes but are not limited to paint, materials, wall preparation, insurance, and the application of an anti-graffiti coating (supplied by the Arts Commission).
Project Timeline
- November 30, 2020 - Artist qualifications due
- December 18, 2020 - Finalists selection notification
- January 22, 2021 - Submission of Proposals due
- February 15, 2021 - Final Proposal selection notification
- March 15, 2021- Award of Contract
- May 21, 2021 - Completion of mural installation
Application Process
Applications were accepted through PublicArtist.org under the Listed Call "Mount Rainier, MD Mural Project (MD)". Applicants were required to submit the following information to apply:
- Name and address (if working as a group please supply all names and addresses)
- Up to 10 images of latest work of similar size and scope, along with location and dimensions.
- Images must be jpeg format under 1 MB each
- No more than 2 images per project
- List title, location, dimensions for each project
- List 3 professional references
- Links to websites and social media accounts
Online Application (now closed)
Contact the Arts Commission
To contact the Mount Rainier Arts Commission, please email us.
