Get ready to witness a fusion of art and community spirit as Cambridge Arts calls on creatives to leave their mark on the Cambridge Fire Department Headquarters and the brand-spanking-new Tobin Montessori and Vassal Lane Upper Schools Complex. This isn't your average beauty parade, folks. In a move that's sure to add some sparkle to the fire trucks and finger paintings, Cambridge Arts is on the hunt for four artists to design mosaic murals that will be the talk of the town according to the City of Cambridge.
Artists, it's time to quickly brush off your portfolios and show Cambridge what you've got. Experience in mosaic design isn't a prerequisite, but the winning candidates will partner up with a mosaic whiz to transform their two-dimensional designs into stunning, custom glass smalti and ceramic tile masterpieces. According to the City of Cambridge's official announcement, each artist will bag a cool $40,000 for their vision—not too shabby for a bit of creative elbow grease.
One artist will bring a burst of color to two spots within the Fire Department Headquarters, a brick colonial revival standing tall since 1933 at 491 Broadway. Meanwhile, three other virtuosos of the visual arts will jazz up various interior spaces at the Tobin Montessori and Vassal Lane Upper Schools, a hip educational hub sprouting up near Fresh Pond. With wall spaces ranging from 300 to 700 square feet, they'll have plenty of canvas to unleash their creativity.
Slide your application into Cambridge Arts' SlideRoom until December 18. Pull out all the stops to deeply impress an Artist Selection Committee and two Interview Committees, ready to cherry-pick the crème de la crème for both locations. Remember, you're not just throwing paint at a wall; you're stitching into the very fabric of Cambridge's community.
Every artist's budget is a whopping $40,000, and that includes design fees, community engagement, and collaboration with the custom mosaic fabricator. Rest assured, you don't have to worry about the actual mosaic fabrication and installation costs; the city's got you covered there. Cambridge Arts disclosed the full financial breakdown, and it's clear they're not pinching pennies when it comes to fostering local talent.
