Call for Artists – Murals
Professional mural artists are invited to submit a proposal to help transform South Monroe Street into Tallahassee’s next iconic arts destination. This large‑scale public art initiative will commission up to eight bold, contemporary murals painted on stacked shipping containers, creating a vibrant, walkable outdoor gallery that celebrates the city’s creativity and sense of place. Artists will be paid. Details are in the call for artists, click here.
This public art initiative will help transform South Monroe Street into a vibrant outdoor gallery and arts destination that celebrates Tallahassee’s creativity while driving tourism, opportunity, and community investment in the Southside.
Led by the Knight Creative Communities Institute (KCCI) and the City of Tallahassee Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) in partnership with the landowner, this creative placemaking project turns everyday spaces into places people gather, explore, and take pride in.
Eight large-scale murals painted across stacked shipping containers will form a cohesive, photogenic landmark and strong visual identity for South Monroe Street. Designed to be vibrant and welcoming, the space features accessible sidewalks, 24/7 lighting, and a striking metal sculpture — creating a destination residents and visitors recognize, share, and return to.
Calling Artists to Help Shape Tallahassee’s Next Landmark
Local and regional artists are invited to contribute bold, contemporary artwork that uplifts the community and defines Southside’s creative future. Ready to leave your mark on Tallahassee’s next iconic arts destination?
https://kccitallahassee.com/wp-content/uploads/SoMo-Walls-Call-for-Artists.pdf
Artists are invited to submit up to three original mural concepts for the SoMo Walls public art project and apply to paint one or two mural sets along South Monroe Street in Tallahassee. We’re seeking bold, contemporary mural designs that engage audiences at a large scale and contribute to a cohesive outdoor art destination.
- Up to eight artists will be selected, with compensation of up to $5,000 per mural set, paid in two installments at the start and completion of the project. There is no application fee, and paint may be provided (not guaranteed).
- Murals will form a continuous outdoor public art gallery between Oakland Avenue and East Harrison Street. Artist submissions are due February 27, 2026, with painting scheduled for April through July 2026.
- Artwork should be uplifting and appropriate for public spaces where a variety of ages and backgrounds gather.
- Applications must be submitted online and include artwork images, scope of work, and a signed agreement. Late or incomplete submissions will not be reviewed.
Review the Call for Artists here: https://kccitallahassee.com/wp-content/uploads/SoMo-Walls-Call-for-Artists.pdf
Submit Your Proposal here: https://forms.gle/F9pAzyQPahFLMGtz9
For questions, contact Betsy Couch, Executive Director, KCCI, at betsy.couch@KCCITallahassee.com. Read Betsy’s Your Turn on the project here.
Following is a picture of 6 of the 8 stacked containers that will be transformed into outdoor artwork.
