Potsdam Riverwalk Mural Design Open Call
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Call for Mural Design Submissions for Potsdam Riverwalk
The Village of Potsdam and St. Lawrence County Arts Council (SLC Arts) are seeking proposals from artists to design a new mural that will celebrate creativity and community. The completed mural(s) will be installed on the retaining wall of the Sandstone Drive retaining wall with the dimensions of 9 feet tall and 15 feet wide on the Riverwalk currently being constructed off of Raymond Street and Garner Park.
Artists are invited to submit original design concepts that honor the Potsdam community focus of celebrating the diversity, creativity, and vibrancy of our community. Submissions in a wide range of styles and approaches are welcome, provided they reflect respect for the community and the values of inclusivity.
The Village of Potsdam will choose potentially 1-3 murals to be completed by the submitting artist in the spring of 2026.
About Potsdam
Potsdam is a vibrant village where culture, education, diversity, history, and nature come together to shape community life. Music, arts, and innovation inspire public activity and bring people together in celebration. As home to renowned universities and schools, Potsdam thrives on learning and exchange. We are a welcoming community enriched by people from around the world, honoring our history while looking toward the future. Rooted in the beauty of our four seasons and the Raquette River, Potsdam treasures its connection to nature, heritage, and one another.
Budget
The budget for the artwork is $3,000 per section all-inclusive for artist’s fees, materials, fabrication, delivery, transportation, liability insurance, and any other costs associated with producing and installation.
Submission Deadline: March 21, 2026
Eligibility
This call is open to national and international artists and teams. Applicants should have a record of successfully completed projects; however, emerging public artists will be considered if their demonstrated work and proposal are strong. Applicants should be 18+. Collaborative proposals are welcome.
How to Apply
Please submit the following materials by March 21, 2026:
- A completed application form
- An artist statement describing the concept and inspiration for the design
- A design proposal (sketch or digital rendering)
- Examples of previous work (portfolio images or website link)
- Artist CV
Selection Process A jury will conduct a blind judging process, without names attached to the submittals. Selected design(s) will be announced by mid to end-April, and installation of mural(s) will take place between June to August, 2026 after the Raymond Street/Garner Park portion of Riverwalk Downtown Revitalization Project. SLC Arts will coordinate with artist on dates as agreements are created to ensure the Village of Potsdam can obtain the proper permits in a timely fashion. Artists will receive an Artist Work Plan Agreement from SLC Arts and the Village of Potsdam. Work cannot commence until the signed agreement and proof of liability insurance is provided.
Chosen mural(s) will be listed on the newly developed St. Lawrence County public art interactive map on the SLC Arts website with title, author and short description.
For more information, please email arts@slcartscouncil.org