Current Calls for Art:
The Willoughby Arts Collaborative is excited to announce an open call for artists to submit high-resolution vector digital designs for a new public mural in downtown Willoughby, Ohio! This mural will celebrate Irish heritage and serve as a lasting piece for all to enjoy. It will be a bold and inspiring addition to our community. We invite artists of all backgrounds to contribute (artist does not need to be Irish to apply).
Project Overview:
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Deadline for Submission: April 1, 2025
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Theme: “Celebrating Irish Heritage” in historic downtown Willoughby.
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Location: Mullarkey’s Irish Pub, 4110 Erie St., Willoughby, Ohio 44094. The mural will be located on the side facing Second Street. See photo of the building above- the current mural will be coming down to make room for the new, larger mural.
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Size/Dimensions: 21’ width x 12’ in height
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Deadline for Submissions: April 1, 2025
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Eligibility:
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This call is open to all artists in Northeast Ohio.
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Artists may submit individually or as a collaborative team. If submitting as a team, each artist should still individually fill out the information form below and upload the art being submitted by the team.
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Submission Requirements:
1. Design Concept: A detailed proposal for the mural digital design, a description of the visual concept, and how it aligns with the theme.
2. Artist Statement: A brief explanation of your artistic background and how this mural represents your work or artistic vision.
3. Previous Work: A link to an online portfolio showcasing examples of your previous public art or mural work. If no online portfolio is available, please upload images of your previous work in the form below.
4. Artist Requirements: The artist will be responsible for providing a digital image only. The Willoughby Arts Collaborative will be responsible for the vinyl application of the artwork on the building.
Selection Process:
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A selection committee will review all submissions based on creativity, alignment with the theme, feasibility, and experience. If possible, incorporate a 3D image in your design.
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Shortlisted artists will be contacted for an interview or additional details if necessary.
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Final selection will be announced by May 1, 2025.
Incentives/Compensation:
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The selected artist(s) will receive $1,500
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Public recognition and media coverage will be provided.
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How to Apply: Please submit your contact information and design via the form below.
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For any questions or additional information, please contact Linda Wise at lwise@thorntail.com
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We look forward to seeing your creative vision and working together to bring this mural to life!
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Let your art transform our space and inspire the community!
The Willoughby Arts Collaborative is excited to announce our 3rd Call for Art for all artists to participate in beautifying the utility boxes in Willoughby. This is an excellent opportunity for local artists to showcase their creativity and help us make Willoughby an even more beautiful place to live and work!
We are seeking original designs submitted in 2D medium. Artwork submitted must be in a high-quality JPEG format with a minimum of 5000 pixels in the smallest dimension. Designs should be a horizontal/landscape format. This is a juried competition and a stipend of $100 will be awarded to the artist for each piece of artwork selected. The selected artwork will be printed on vinyl and installed on utility boxes in each Ward by a third party vendor.
Number of Applications Allowed: Three (3)
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Fee to enter:
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$20 for one entry
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$35 for two or three entries
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Estimated Timeline:
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Application Submission begins: January 15, 2025
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Application Deadline: April 1, 2025
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Artists selected and notified by: May 1, 2025
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Projected installation: Starting May 1, 2025
Artist Guidelines:
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There is no particular theme for the artwork, but larger, bold and impactful images are preferred.
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Suggested Themes:
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Nature - plants and animals native to our area
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Natural and artificial features in our community
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Community - a sense of unity and connection
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Artwork must not contain:
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Political statements or persons
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Offensive or obscene references or imagery
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Religious references
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Images that can be easily displayed on all four sides of the box are preferred.
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The boxes are 4-5 feet high and are usually a 2:1 ratio (side/side) and 4:1 ratio (front/back).
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Designs should be a horizontal/landscape format.
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All artwork must be original, submitted in 2D, and created by the artist applying.
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Artwork submitted must be in a high-quality JPEG format with a minimum of 5000 pixels in the smallest dimension.
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Please fill out and submit application form below and then choose the appropriate pay button above for your entry fee ($20 for one entry, $35 for two or three entries.)
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Questions may be submitted to artscollaborativewilloughby@gmail.com
