13350-20240321111129 MSP Artist

This state and local contract opportunity is a Call for Artists issued by Main Street Pearl (MSP) and the City of Pearl, Mississippi to design and execute an exterior mural on the Old High School Gym in Pearl, MS. The mural must integrate a sense of destination for the Midtown Pearl District and celebrate the pride, community, schools, and history of Pearl. Artists are asked to provide a detailed budget for the project, which will cover materials, supplies, travel, accommodations, and the painting and sealing of the mural. The selected muralist will receive 50% of the project budget prior to work commencing, and the remaining 50% upon satisfactory completion. All applications must be submitted electronically by 5:00 pm on Friday, April 5, 2024, and the selected artist must complete the work by May 24, 2024. Proposals will be reviewed by a panel from MSP and the Mayor of the City of Pearl, with selection criteria focused on artistic merit, creativity, demonstrated ability, technical knowledge, overall budget, and the artist's interpretation of the theme.

This opportunity is open to those with professional experience in public art or painting. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The budget range for the project is not specified. The incumbent vendor or current contractor is also not identified.