---
title: 'Call for Proposals: Shining Bright Public Art Mural, City of Summerside'
description: >-
  Public art mural call in Summerside, PEI. $14,000 CAD budget for a 21x21 ft
  outdoor mural on the theme "Shining Bright."
url: 'https://www.artsume.com/programs/23a98aa0-58b7-424c-9703-4698cb3ce414'
type: program
status: closed
createdAt: '2026-03-11'
updatedAt: '2026-09-30'
programType: Public art
organization: Culture Summerside
organizationUrl: 'https://www.artsume.com/o/culture-summerside'
deadline: '2026-03-21'
location: 'Jewellery Plus building, Summerside, PE, Canada'
isOnline: false
compensationRange: '$14,000 plus tax covering materials, artist fee, and installation costs'
disciplines:
  - mural
  - painting
  - mixed media
---

# Call for Proposals: Shining Bright Public Art Mural, City of Summerside

**Hosted by:** Culture Summerside

**Type:** Public art | **Location:** Jewellery Plus building, Summerside, PE, Canada | **Deadline:** March 21, 2026

## About This Program

> "Shining Bright"

The City of Summerside is excited to announce a call to artists for proposals for a mural to enhance the exterior of 246 Water Street, Jewellery Plus building, Summerside, Prince Edward Island.

The theme Shining Bright encourages and reminds community to shine and be proud of their individual and community identities and accomplishments. Shining bright can mean displaying skill and talent and positive qualities and standing out and excelling in noticeable ways.

Site Information:
- Project Location: 246 Water Street, Jewellery Plus building, Summerside, Prince Edward Island
- Surface: Brick
- Dimensions: 21 feet long, 21 feet high
- Installation Date: May – September 2026
- Display Date: Expected 5 – 10 years

Project Requirements:
- The piece must be suitable for an outdoor setting and resilient to weather conditions typical of Prince Edward Island.
- The project should engage with the theme.
- The artwork must be safe for public interaction.
- Artists are responsible for the installation.
- Proposals for this mural need to incorporate the use of a substrate material rather than painting directly on the brick wall.
- Proposal budgets must include the costs of primer and prep of the surface to be painted. The City of Summerside will make sure the site is clean and ready for the project, this includes pressure washing brick areas when required.

Eligibility:
Murals must feature outstanding design and craftsmanship, employing high-quality materials that enhance the site's visual appeal. Acceptable materials may include paint or other artistic mediums suitable for outdoor settings. These mediums must be durable enough to endure typical wear and tear, as well as harsh outdoor conditions. The mural should be designed and executed by an experienced artist knowledgeable in handling such projects.

Proposals are encouraged from a diverse range of artists and submissions are welcomed from local, national, or international applicants.

## Eligibility & Requirements

- **Geographic Eligibility:** International
- **Disciplines:** mural, painting, mixed media
- **Note:** The mural should be designed and executed by an experienced artist knowledgeable in handling such projects. Murals must feature outstanding design and craftsmanship, employing high-quality materials that enhance the site's visual appeal.

### Additional Requirements

Completed Public Art Application Call to Artists Form (available online at www.culturesummerside.com or at Lefurgey Cultural Centre, 205 Prince Street, Summerside). A brief project proposal including description of the artwork, its concept, and engagement with the chosen theme. Visual documentation (sketches, renderings, or photos) illustrating the proposed artwork and its scale. A detailed project timeline including installation. A materials list and detailed budget (must include travel fees if applicable). Artist resume/CV and relevant work samples of previous art/public art projects.

## Compensation & Benefits

$14,000 plus tax covering materials, artist fee, and installation costs

**Includes:** Commission fee

$14,000 plus tax for the completion of the project, which will cover materials, artist fee and installation costs. Artists are expected to propose the use of a substrate material to be mounted to brick for this mural.

## Timeline

- **Opens:** March 11, 2026
- **Deadline:** March 21, 2026
- **Program Start:** May 1, 2026
- **Program End:** September 30, 2026

## Contact

**Email:** publicart@summerside.ca

**Phone:** 902-432-1298

## How to Apply

Apply at: http://www.culturesummerside.com