PUBLIC ART IN TOFINO

The District of Tofino supports an artful public realm through creative placemaking and provides opportunities for the development of public art works funded by the District, received by donation, and/or through community public art projects. 

Learn about Tofino's Public Art Program:

• Public Art Advisory Committee Page
• Tofino Public Policy (Point of View)

CURRENT PUBLIC ART PROJECTS

2017 Call to Artists - Short Term Installation on Third Street

The District of Tofino invites proposals from emerging and experienced West Coast Vancouver Island artists to design and create a short-term art installation to be placed along Third Street, between Campbell Street and Main Street, for a period of up to three years.

PROJECT DETAILS See Competition Documents for More Information Location: The landscaped section along the end of Third Street. Deadline: August 31, 2017. Late Submissions will not be considered. Term of Installation: Up to three years. Budget: $4,000  Concept: The installation is designed to enhance the Main Street Upgrade Project by celebrating moments to pause that incorporate visual connections to Tofino's historic waterfront.

Competition Documents:

• Competition Brief (Includes Project Description, Deadlines, Budget, Etc.)
• Submission Form

Site Photos: 

Submission Requirements:

• Submission Form
• Concept Sketch – Two (2) page maximum concept design of proposal (drawing, painting, or other 2D rendering).
• CV and Examples of Work – Two (2) page maximum current professional CV, up to five (5) image examples of previous work. Examples should provide a sense of the artist’s style and variety of work.

Contact:
Elyse Goatcher-Bergmann
Manager of Corporate Services
250-725-3229 ext. 610
egoatcher-bergmann@tofino.ca