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INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF AMITYVILLE

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP #26-03)

DOWNTOWN PUBLIC MURAL PROJECT

Call for Artists

PROJECT OVERVIEW

The Incorporated Village of Amityville invites artists and artist teams to submit ideas for one or more public murals to be installed within our downtown business district.

This project is part of the Village's ongoing downtown revitalization efforts and is intended to celebrate Amityville's waterfront heritage, history, and vibrant community through public art.

Whether you are an experienced muralist or an emerging artist looking to complete your first large public artwork, we encourage you to submit your work.

IMPORTANT DATES

MURAL LOCATIONS

The Village anticipates commissioning murals at the following locations:

229 Broadway – North Wall 229 Broadway – South Wall 225 Broadway – North Wall Artists may submit ideas for one, two, or all three locations.

The Village reserves the right to select one artist, multiple artists, or not award all locations.

PROJECT GOALS

The Village hopes these murals will:

· Celebrate Amityville's unique identity.

· Beautify our downtown.

· Highlight our waterfront heritage and community.

· Encourage visitors to explore Downtown Amityville.

· Create lasting public artwork that residents can enjoy for years to come.

DESIGN THEMES

The Village is seeking artwork that reflects the character and spirit of Amityville.

Artists are encouraged to draw inspiration from our waterfront, maritime history, historic downtown, architecture, natural beauty, community traditions, and the people who make Amityville the "Friendly Bay Village."

Rather than illustrating a single subject, artists are encouraged to create an original work that captures what makes Amityville a unique and welcoming community. Creative interpretation of these themes is encouraged.

PROJECT BUDGET

The anticipated budget is approximately $10,000–$15,000 per mural, depending on the location and scope of work.

The budget should include all anticipated project costs.

ARTIST RESPONSIBILITIES

The selected artist(s) will work with the Village to develop and install a finished mural at one or more of the designated locations.

Artists will be responsible for providing the materials and equipment needed to complete the mural, preparing the wall as necessary, applying a protective finish, and leaving the site in a clean condition upon completion.

The Village will coordinate access to each mural location and work collaboratively with the selected artist(s) throughout the project.

ARTIST QUALIFICATIONS

The Village welcomes submissions from artists of all backgrounds and experience levels.

Artists should:

· Demonstrate artistic ability through a portfolio of completed work.

· Be familiar with exterior paints, coatings, and durable materials.

· Be able to complete the project within the required schedule.

· Be willing to work collaboratively with Village staff throughout the project.

Experience creating murals or other large-scale artwork is welcomed but not required. The Village encourages submissions from local and regional artists whose portfolios demonstrate creativity, originality, technical skill, and the ability to successfully complete the project.

Experience with anti-graffiti or protective coatings is beneficial but not required.

ARTIST SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Please include:

Letter of Introduction Tell us a little about yourself, your artistic background, and why you are interested in this project.

Artist Resume or Biography Portfolio Include at least five examples of your artwork. These do not all need to be murals but should represent your artistic style and abilities.

Concept Ideas (Optional) Preliminary sketches, inspiration boards, or written ideas are welcome but not required.

Project Schedule A general timeline showing your ability to complete the mural by September 30, 2026.

Budget Estimate A simple breakdown of anticipated project costs.

References Three references from previous clients, organizations, or community partners, if available.

HOW ARTISTS WILL BE SELECTED

Submissions will be reviewed based on:

The Village may invite one or more artists to participate in an interview before making a final selection.

INSURANCE

Insurance requirements, if any, will be discussed with the selected artist(s) before entering into a final agreement with the Village.

The Village recognizes that many artists may not routinely carry commercial insurance and will work with the selected artist(s) to determine appropriate coverage based on the scope of the project.

SUBMIT YOUR ARTWORK

Please submit your materials by August 12, 2026 to:

Village of Amityville Office of the Mayor 21 Ireland Place Amityville, NY 11701 Email: cmurdock@amityville.com Questions may be directed to the above email no later than August 1, 2026.

COMMUNITY VISION

Public art has the power to tell a community's story, create memorable places, and inspire pride. The Village of Amityville looks forward to partnering with artists to create murals that celebrate our history, our waterfront, and our future.

We encourage artists to bring their own creativity and perspective while helping create vibrant public spaces that will be enjoyed by residents and visitors for years to come.