Overview

We are seeking an artist for one of two public art opportunities in Leimert Park, Los Angeles. This program is designed to activate public space through vibrant, culturally rooted artwork that reflects the history, identity, and energy of the neighborhood.

Leimert Park is a historic center of Black art, music, and culture in Los Angeles. Selected artwork should celebrate community identity while enhancing the public streetscape.

Call for Artists:

Leimert Park Public Art Program

Selected artists will be commissioned for one of the following two projects:

  • Option 1: Utility Box Series

    • Design and paint 10 traffic signal utility boxes

    • Locations throughout the Leimert Park area

    • Artist is responsible for design and installation

    • All materials will be covered by the Leimert Park Garden Tour

    Option 2: Building Wall Mural

    • Design and paint a large-scale mural on the exterior side wall of a building in Leimert Park

    • Highly visible, street-facing location

    • Opportunity for a bold, cohesive visual statement

    • All materials will be covered by the Leimert Park Garden Tour

Artist Stipend

  • A $1,500-$3,000 stipend will be provided to the selected artist (depending on the size of the project)

  • Stipend is intended to cover artist time, design, and execution (materials will be provide by the Leimert Park Garden Tour)

Sample Artwork on Utility Box Template

Timeline

  • April - Solicit for Artist

  • May 1 - Artist Selected

  • Jun 1 - Artwork Drafted

  • Jun, Jul, Aug - City Approval

  • Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec - Artwork Installation

(Timeline is subject to change)

Sample Artwork of Wall Mural

Submission Requirements

Interested artists should submit the following to Lena Hobson - hobsonlena23@gmail.com:

  • Artist statement

  • Portfolio of relevant work (murals, public art, etc.)

  • Concept proposal or approach

Artistic Vision

We are looking for work that is:

  • Rooted in community, culture, and storytelling

  • Visually engaging from multiple angles

  • Durable and adaptable to a three-dimensional surface

  • Respectful of the historical and cultural significance of Leimert Park

Artists are encouraged to draw inspiration from:

  • Local history and legacy

  • Music, art, and activism

  • Neighborhood identity and future vision

Utility Box Design Template

Utility Box