Creative Tides - Coastal Utility Box Art Project

CALL FOR ARTISTS

DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 30, 2026
Thank you for your interest in OPAC's Creative Tides Coastal Utility Box Art Project in partnership with REACH and the City of Port Hueneme.

Funded through the California Coastal Commission's Whale Tail Grant Program, the project will commission 4 artists or artist teams to design and/or paint utility boxes located throughout the City of Port Hueneme. Through vibrant public art and, just as importantly, community engagement activities, this initiative will encourage residents and visitors to appreciate, protect, and learn about Ventura County's coastal environment.

Four artists or artist teams will each receive a $2,500 commission, which includes artist design, community engagement, and completion of one utility box. Artist selection will take place in Fall 2026, with installation occurring in Late 2026 or Spring 2027 (anticipated).
A complete application must include:

We recommend preparing your written responses and files before beginning.
1. Resume: Include relevant public art commissions, exhibitions, murals, teaching, or community arts experience.
2. Letter of Interest (500 words maximum): Tell us about yourself, your artistic practice, and why you're interested in participating in the Creative Tides Utility Box Art Project. Please describe:
  -Your interest in public art and community-based projects.
  -Why this project and its coastal conservation themes appeal to you.
  -Any experience creating public artwork.
  -What excites you about creating artwork that inspires environmental stewardship
3. References: Provide two (2) professional references familiar with your artistic work.
4. Work Samples:
- 6-10 images of previous artwork (murals or large-scale public art encouraged)
- Optional website and/or social media links
Upload (in PDF form ONLY) your responses of 1-3 described above, here:

Make sure to combine PDF Files as one (1). Limited to one (1) PDF File!
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Upload images described in number 4 above, here:

Accepted file types: pdf, txt, mp3, wma, mpg, flv, avi, jpg, jpeg, png, gif
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Optional website or social media links
Applicant Name

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Applicant Email
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Applicant Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Applicant Address

Street Address

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Applicant Signature
Date

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Hour MinutesAM/PM Option
If you have questions about the application process, please contact:

Carolyn Mullin
Executive Director
Oxnard Performing Arts Center (OPAC)
📧 carolyn@theopac.org
📞 (805) 385-8147

We look forward to learning more about your work and your vision for connecting art, community, and the coast.
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