Selby Art Exchange: Celebrating Rondo’s Creativity
Call for Artists: Vinyl Wrap Murals at Rondo Exchange
Rondo Community Land Trust (Rondo CLT) is seeking up to 3 artists to submit design proposals for interior vinyl mural wraps to be installed inside the Rondo Exchange building at 856 Selby Ave—home to the historic Golden Thyme Café and the new Rondo Exchange Small Business Incubator. This opportunity is part of the Selby Art
Exchange, funded through the 2024 Neighborhood STAR Program.
We are commissioning artwork that honors the rich cultural legacy and thriving future of the Rondo neighborhood, celebrating themes of community, entrepreneurship, and belonging.
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About the Opportunity
Selected designs will be printed as vinyl wall wraps and installed at key interior locations within the Rondo Exchange space. While artwork does not have to be newly created or original for this project, submitted work must be the artist’s own and must be a strong fit for the space—visually and thematically.
This is a design-only commission. Artists will be compensated for the design and will grant Rondo CLT full ownership and rights to print, display, and use the artwork.
What We're Looking For
- Artwork that resonates with the history, culture, and resilience of the Rondo community
- Bold, uplifting, or storytelling visuals that reflect the spirit of entrepreneurship and cultural pride
- Designs that will enhance and reflect the character of a shared space housing Black-owned small businesses and local entrepreneurship
Compensation & Rights
- $2,000 per selected design
- Rondo CLT will purchase full rights to reproduce and use the submitted design(s)
- Rondo CLT will manage vinyl printing and installation separately
Submission Requirements
Applicants must submit the following via the online form:
- Draft of proposed design (completed or concept sketch)
- 3–5 samples of previous work (links or uploaded images)
- Artist statement describing:
- Your connection to the Rondo neighborhood
- Your practice as an artist
- The meaning or story behind the proposed design
Timeline
- Deadline to Apply: August 31, 2025
- Review Period: September 1–30, 2025
- Artist Selection: Early November 2025
- Notification of Selected Artists: By November 30, 2025
- Installation: By end of Q1 2026
How to Apply
Complete your submission through this Google Form: https://forms.gle/haZHgtXa5EZpbDpi8
You’ll be asked to upload your proposed design, work samples, and written responses directly in the form.
Questions or Accessibility Needs?
Reach out to:
Felicia Perry
Economic Development Manager, Rondo CLT
felicia@rondoclt.org
651-789-5062