EPB opens call for 10th Street mural artists

Have you ever admired the murals on 10th Street off of MLK Boulevard? Though tucked away, the art beautifies + brightens EPB’s substation fence.

And while you may not have guessed it, half of the murals painted during last year’s 10th Street Mural Project were created by first-time muralists — the project serves as a platform for local artists to build their skills, launch their careers, and share their voices with the community.

This year (the third of the four-year project), chosen artists will paint their murals on the substation wall facing the alley behind Memo’s Grill. Artists 18+ who live or work in the EPB service area are asked to submit:

• At least five image samples
• Vision statement
• Initial visual sketch of their concept that aligns with the theme — “Traditions on MLK,” highlighting family traditions throughout the years in Chattanooga’s MLK Boulevard area

For more details, contact Vanessa Willis with EPB — in the meantime, check out some of the murals from years past below.

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Photo by NOOGAtoday, mural by Julius Hubbard

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Photo by NOOGAtoday, mural by Madison Myers

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Photo by NOOGAtoday, murals by Nat Stepney (left) + Karen Estes (right)

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Photo by NOOGAtoday, mural by Jerome Foster