The City of Goodyear is inviting Arizona-based artists to participate in a public art project aimed at decorating traffic signal control cabinets throughout the city.
This initiative gives …
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The city of Goodyear is inviting Arizona-based artists to participate in a public project aimed at decorating traffic signal control cabinets throughout the city.
This initiative gives local artists the opportunity to transform functional infrastructure into colorful visual displays visible to both drivers and pedestrians. Selected artwork will either be hand-painted directly on the cabinets or applied as vinyl wraps.
The Goodyear Arts and Culture Division manages the city’s public art program, which aims to engage the community and enhance the city’s cultural landscape.
“The arts pull all of us together, that’s what (this) is all about,” said Dalton Attig, Goodyear recreation programmer.
Arts and Culture Coordinator Layne Ruiz said, “One of my favorite projects is the traffic cabinet public art project. It’s so fun to work with our west valley artists on this project. It creates a sense of community, it beautifies our city.
Each cabinet measures approximately 78 inches tall, 44 inches wide, and 28 inches deep, with artwork covering three sides and the top. The cabinets are located at street corners.
Artists are encouraged to explore themes reflecting Goodyear’s values, history, and environment. Suggested themes include community, education, innovation, family, history, transportation, environment and growth.
Artists are also encouraged to engage with local businesses and residents to ensure the designs reflect the character of the surrounding area. The project aims to enhance the city’s streetscape while fostering a connection between the artwork and the community.
The opportunity is open to individual artists, artist teams, and educational institutions based in Arizona. Compensation varies depending on the method of application. Artists will receive $2,000 for design, materials, and time for hand-painted cabinets. Payments will be made in two installments, $500 upon concept approval and $1,500 upon completion and final approval of the artwork.
Artists will receive $1,200 for vinyl-wrapped cabinets with payments split into $500 upon concept approval and $700 upon submission of the final digital file. Vinyl wraps are scheduled for installation in April 2025, while hand-painted murals are expected to be completed by late March 2025.
Artists must submit a letter of interest by Jan. 13 outlining their preferred method, hand-painted or vinyl-wrapped cabinet, previous work experience, and plans for community engagement.
Applicants should also provide a resume, 5-7 images of relevant past work, and details about their artistic approach. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
A selection panel will review applications based on the quality of past work, the artist’s ability to respond to the site, and their plans for community engagement. Finalists will be invited to present their designs to the Goodyear Arts & Culture Commission for approval.
Key project dates are:
Visit goodyearaz.gov for more information or to submit an application.
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