Local muralists and other visual artists have until Sept. 15 to submit an application to create a new two-story mural at the historic Old Bakery & Artisan Emporium at Congress Avenue and 10th Street. The community recommended the mural installations as a way to recognize the history of the property and the bakery. Plans call for a new mural to be created every three years, assuming funding is available. The budget for the first mural, which will be on a stucco an limestone wall, is $30,000. The selected muralist will develop three design concepts, which will go through public review and input before selection and installation. The application portal and full project details are available online.
Chad Swiatecki is a 20-year journalist who relocated to Austin from his home state of Michigan in 2008. He most enjoys covering the intersection of arts, business and local/state politics. He has written... More by Chad Swiatecki