Many cities have a famous WING mural, inspiring tourists and locals to be photographed in front of the painting of outstretched wings.
Attributed to Collete Miller in 2012 and popularized by Kelsey Montague and Taylor Swift, the wings have taken many forms in various locations.
Now, the City of Grants Pass seeks an Instagram-worthy mural of our own. Through this project -- called "Inspired by Wings" -- the city and its Committee on Public Art would like the personalized contents of the mural's wings to reflect our region, history, culture and natural resources.
Selected students from the four area high schools will meet with the chosen artist to research and brainstorm ideas. The artists will develop the finished design that will be painted by the team. Artists and high school students are challenged to create a wing-inspired mural that reflects the fabric of our community.
The City of Grants Pass and partners like Republic Services are continuing to invest in the beautification of our community. The Inspired by Wings project furthers the city's goal of creating a vibrant commercial district by enhancing downtown activities and safe spaces. The artists is asked to create site-specific works that create a sense of play and invoke interaction by the public.
The Collaborative Community Mural Project is commissioned by the Committee on Public Art in partnership with the City of Grants Pass. The budget is $3,500. The deadline for applications is February 2nd. Planning and painting will occur in late March, weather permitting.
For more information, contact Economic Development Specialist James Conway at "jconway@grantspassoregon.gov" or call (541)-450-6071.
