CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The River City Company is looking for more artists with ideas for downtown banners.
They’ve been going district by district to replace the banners the city has used to decorate streetscapes.
So far, they’ve refreshed the Southside, Riverfront and Northshore district banners.
Now it’s the Martin Luther King District’s turn.
River City begins taking artist pitches today.
“Every district offers a unique experience, with different businesses, attractions and events. Artists have showcased this in the banners through the Northshore, Riverfront and Southside. We are so excited to see what will be created for the Martin Luther King district,” said Emily Mack, President and CEO of River City Company.
The winning artist will get $1500 for their artwork.
You can submit until August 18.
“River City’s banner design program is a wonderful opportunity to bring the work of local artists into the public realm. Not only do the banners beautify our streetscapes, but they also use art to enhance wayfinding through meaningful connections to the community,” said Elizabeth Carringer, Manager of Public Art with the City of Chattanooga.
You can learn more by clicking here.
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