Adding a pop of color: Art Commission seeks artists for mini murals

Art in all forms play a large role in the diversity and uniqueness of San Marcos. Murals and paintings can be found in many places throughout the city. Two calls have been issued by the San Marcos Art Commission for artists to contribute original artwork to be used as “mini murals” on traffic signal control boxes on Hopkins Street and Sessom Drive.

“The city’s traffic box mini murals add a splash of color and creativity in unexpected places while helping deter graffiti,” Arts Coordinator Trey Hatt said.

Both calls close on Thursday, Dec. 30 at 5 p.m. and must be submitted electronically. Full descriptions and details are available online at www.sanmarcostx.gov/callsforartists.

Three traffic control boxes on East Hopkins Street near City Hall, the San Marcos Public Library and the San Marcos Activity Center will have mini murals installed in a series.

Artists must submit designs for all three boxes. The city is looking for a design series that will adhere to a common theme determined by the artist.

The Sessom Drive call for artists involves a single box with a theme to be determined by the artist. The chosen designs will be digitized and printed on vinyl wraps to be applied to the traffic control boxes, creating public art for pedestrians and drivers alike to enjoy while deterring graffiti and vandalism.

This successful program has placed art on city-owned traffic boxes throughout San Marcos, including locations on Ranch Road 12 and Sessom Drive.

For additional information and submission guidelines, visit www.sanmarcostx.gov/callsforartists.