Calling SoCal Artists with a Passion for Surfing​: Two San Clemente Murals to Commemorate Olympic Debut

Community murals make a strong statement: (Left to Right)  Artist Kevin Anderson's mural in Cardiff, Calif.;  a mock up of a mural featuring Team USA's Olympic team; the International Surfing Museum entrance Huntington Beach, Calif.; Artist Dominique Antony's wave wall in Hossegor, France, and the blank canvas awaiting inspiration at 102 Avenida Victoria
(April 20, 2021) – USA Surfing and the City of San Clemente invite artists to submit their qualifications for the opportunity to create murals celebrating surfing’s first Olympics at two locations in the historic downtown of San Clemente.  The deadline for submission is May 10. 
 
The murals will help San Clemente showcase the city as home to two Olympic surfers competing in surfing’s first Olympics this summer (Kolohe Andino and Caroline Marks) and USA Surfing - the National Governing Body for Olympic surfing. 
 
“Surfing is an integral part of the history and the future of San Clemente. Baseball might be the American pastime, but surfing is the San Clemente pastime. From the swell watchers to the surfboard shapers, surfing is a legacy we are proud to embrace,” said San Clemente’s economic development officer Jonathan Lightfoot. “We are excited that this downtown mural project will highlight the impact of surfing to our town while we cheer on our American surf team from local watch parties this summer. The City is cheering for you Carissa, Caroline, Kolohe, and John John!”
 
“San Clemente has a historic and strong surfing and artist community,” said USA Surfing COO Andrea Swayne. “We look forward to seeing the artists’ visions come to life at the two locations. This is an exciting time for surfing and San Clemente – home of USA Surfing and two Olympic surfers.” 
 
"We are honored to be a part of the mural project celebrating San Clemente's influence on the world of surfing.  We wish our athletes all the best.  Go USA!" said Sam and Eugenia Kollias, owners of the commercial space at 102 Avenida Victoria. 
 
Artists may submit for one or both of the locations:
 
LOCATION #1 - 102 Ave. Victoria, San Clemente, CA – The area identified for the mural is the East wall facing Del Mar.  Wall Dimensions: 45’ length x 21.8’ height with horizontal break at @10’.
 
LOCATION #2 – 103 Ave. Del Mar, San Clemente, CA – The area identified for the mural is the East wall facing the alleyway and the Bartlett Building. Wall dimensions: 60’ length x 15’ height.
 
This project is open to practicing professional, semi-professional artists and experience amateur artists who have successfully completed mural project(s) for other entities.  Please provide a resume and a small sample of other completed projects.
 
The budget for this project is $2,500 for each location inclusive of artist and material fees. Art and paint supply companies are welcome to sponsor these historic commemorative works of art, USA Surfing is a 501(c)3 and would love to shine the spotlight on your generous support! ​
 
Artist must be available to start work on the project by May 24, 2021 and complete work by June 15, 2021.
 
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS – All submissions should be sent via digital form, handwritten material will not be considered.  Applications must be received by 5:00pm May 10, 2021.  
 
APPLICATION SHOULD INCLUDE:

• LETTER OF INTEREST: Describe the artist’s interest in this project, relevant experience and vision for the project.  Two-page maximum.
• CONCEPT NARRATIVE: Outline the approach to developing the design concept outlined in project description. One page maximum.
• CONCEPT DESIGN: A rendering of a conceptual design.
• RESUME:  Current professional resume emphasizing relevant experience.  Two- page maximum.
• WORK SAMPLES:  Submit up to five samples of past work.  Please submit PDF or JPEG files with a maximum 72 DPI resolution.  Images should be cataloged by the artist’s last name, followed by the number of the image as it should be viewed (for example: Jones 1, Jones 2).  An annotated image list should be included and state the title of the piece, commissioning agency, project budget, and date of artwork, medium and the dimensions of the artwork.

 
PLEASE EMAIL PROPOSALS TO: [email protected] 
 
REVIEW AND SELCTIONS PROCESS:
Criteria for the initial selection will include artistic quality, creativity and originality of the project’s concept as well as artist demonstrating the ability to successfully execute the work in a professional manner within the construction schedule and project budget. Artists with qualified submittals may be selected for interviews prior to determining and awarding the project.  Once the Finalist has been selected, the artists will be provided a period of time to complete their final designs.  
 
SCHEDULE:
•          Submissions Open: April 20, 2021
•          Deadline for Submission: May 10, 2021
•          Artist Selection: May 14, 2021
•          Project Physical Start:  May 23, 2021 
•          Project Completion: June 15, 2021
 
About USA Surfing
USA Surfing is the National Governing Body for surfing in the United States, recognized by the International Surfing Association (ISA) and the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC). USA Surfing’s mission is to promote and grow the sport of surfing and support United States athletes of all backgrounds to achieve sustained competitive excellence in Olympic, Paralympic, Pan American and Parapan American competition. USA Surfing will oversee and support America’s Olympic team as surfing makes its debut in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, and surfing and stand-up paddleboarding athletes compete in the 2019 Pan American Games.