
CRG/Near Southside, Inc.
Broadway Chapter
Rendering of the Broadway Chapter apartment complex
Art South is looking to commission an artist for a mural in Fort Worth’s Near Southside.
Developers CRG/Clayco are calling all artists as they partner with the community art program to create a mural on a five-story parking garage at CRG/Clayco’s multifamily project that is currently under construction. The project, Broadway Chapter, is located at 401 Hemphill St. and will span 320,000 square feet, with 242 one- and two-bedroom rental apartments, 4,500 square feet of amenity space, and a courtyard.
Since the mural walls are an estimated 5,000 square feet, Art South is looking for Texas-based artists with previous experience in creating work 12-by-12 or bigger. Those selected as finalists will receive a stipend to further develop their project concept. According to Near Southside, Inc., "The goal is to create an iconic piece of public art that is engaging, inspiring, and representative of the Near Southside’s unique culture. The commissioned artist is asked to draw thematic inspiration from the Near Southside community’s diversity, grit, and ambition."
The chosen artist will receive $25,000 and access to a $5,000 budget that can be used for project materials or staff. CRG/Clayco will provide the paint, a mechanical lift, and a lift operator, with a set budget of $20,000.
The deadline to apply is Feb. 19. For more information, visit the Near Southside's website.