The Creative District seeks submissions from artists interested in creating a poster series to represent some of the program’s work. The commission is $1,600 for four poster designs. Submissions are due October 31st, 2025.
Project Overview
The Creative District announces a call for artists interested in designing a series of four “evergreen” posters of original work in any medium that represent elements of the Creative District and the City of Port Townsend’s arts and culture initiatives, including:
The Port Townsend Creative District
Port Townsend WA, est. 2020
ptcreativedistrict.org
ArtWalk
Every First Saturday
Port Townsend, WA
ptcreativedistrict.org
Support Local Art
Port Townsend, WA
ptcreativedistrict.org
Soundcheck
Port Townsend, WA
Art and music for everyone
ptcreativedistrict.org
This project is designed to highlight local artists through original artwork that represents the art community’s deep and enduring practice of producing meaningful visual culture. We request that AI not be used for work made in response to this RFQ.
Project Logistics
The artwork will be owned by the artist with limited reproduction rights granted to the City. The Creative District will print the posters in limited runs, with the option of producing later editions and using the work in specific print and digital advertising. Artists will be credited in all uses. The Creative District will pay for all printing costs.
The artist/artist team commission is $1,600.
The City will announce the project and feature the chosen artist/artist team in a press release and other media.
Project goals
• Creates a keepsake visual touchstone for the community
• Has visual impact for public placements
• Has a Port Townsend/East Jefferson County spirit/vibe
• Demonstrates the skill and talent of our artistic community
Who may apply?
• Artists living and working in Port Townsend or East Jefferson County who are listed in the Creative District Artist Directory. This is a free database of local artists managed by the Creative District.
Artists who are not already members may join the Directory here: ptcreativedistrict.org/artists
What is the application process?
• Create/Maintain an Artist Directory profile
• Include 4-6 work samples or a link to an online portfolio/website
• Provide a short description of your design idea, inspiration, or point-of-view. You may include different ideas or thoughts on language to be included as well.
What happens after I apply?
Qualifications will be reviewed by the leadership team of the City of Port Townsend’s Community Service Department and members of the Creative District workgroup. The Community Service Department is the municipal home of the Creative District, and the Creative District workgroup is a steering committee made up of local artists. The submission that aligns best with the project goals will be chosen for the project and the artist will be contacted by November 7, 2025.
Schedule
RFQ Deadline: October 31
Decision and notification: November 7
Draft review date: December 1
Final work due: December 19