The City of Ocala’s Economic Development and Cultural Arts Division is calling for artists to design a new mural for the downtown Ground Storage Tank, located at the intersection of SE Third Ave. and SE Fifth St. The new mural will replace the current one and wrap the tank 360 degrees from the ground level to the top exterior wall.

This opportunity is open to visual artists residing in Florida with experience in large murals. Artists can submit one design concept focused on Marion County’s local flora and fauna. A jury of local business owners, arts representatives, and City staff will select the artist/team and the final design.

The artist/team selected for the project will receive $60,000. This project is funded in part through partnerships with the Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation, Fine Arts For Ocala, and Ocala Main Street.

For details about the scope of work, application requirements, and selection process, visit www.ocalafl.gov/public-art. Direct online application link is: https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=14010

The submission deadline is Thursday, Sept. 12, at 11:59 p.m.

For more information, contact the Ocala Cultural Arts Office at (352) 629-8447 or [email protected].