Opportunity
South Portland Civicplus #08-27
South Portland Public Arts Committee Seeks Artists for Greenbelt Art Trail Murals
Posted
August 05, 2026
Respond By
August 31, 2026
Identifier
08-27
NAICS
711510
This opportunity invites artists to contribute murals to the South Portland Greenbelt Art Trail: - Government Buyer: - City of South Portland Public Arts Committee (PAC) - Purchasing Agent: Patrick Fitzgerald - Scope of Work: - Artists will paint murals on 4'x8' wooden panels for installation along the Greenbelt public art trail - Each selected artist receives one panel to paint; two panels per installation - Murals must use exterior primer, exterior-grade paint, and be sealed with anti-graffiti coating - Eligibility and Requirements: - Artists must reside in Maine or have a permanent studio in Maine - Minimum age: 18 years - Proof of general liability and vehicle liability insurance required before work begins - Artwork must be creative, family-friendly, and non-commercial - Content restrictions: no hate speech, profanity, violence, or commercial messaging - Submission Details: - Artists must submit a mural concept, brief description, and samples of past work - Proposals evaluated on creativity, qualifications, and feasibility - Compensation: - $1,200 stipend per artist, paid in two installments ($600 advance, $600 upon completion) - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are involved, as this is a call for artistic services rather than products.
Description
The South Portland Public Arts Committee is seeking artists to paint murals on paintable wooden 4'x8' surfaces installed along the Greenbelt public art trail in South Portland. Each artist will be awarded one surface to paint, with locations to be determined. Artists must submit a brief description of their proposed mural art, an initial concept idea, and samples of past work. The project aims to enhance and engage the public along the Greenbelt trail system with murals reflecting community and artistic expression.