Sit-A-Spell, Play-A-Tune
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Entry deadlineFeb 5, 2027 · 11:59 PM
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Show opensMay 24, 2027
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Show closesNov 22, 2027
Organization:
Coronado Cultural Arts
Location
Coronado, CA
Entry Fee
Free Entry
Deadline
February 5, 2027
Exhibition
May 24
- Nov 22, 2027
SIT-A-SPELL / PLAY A TUNE PIANO ART WRAP
The City of Coronado Cultural Arts Commission invites local artists to submit original artwork for the next vinyl wrap of the Sit-A-Spell / Play a Tune Piano at the Coronado Public Library.
The Sit-A-Spell / Play a Tune Piano is a community art and music feature that invites residents and visitors to sit down, play a tune, and enjoy music together. The piano is currently covered with a custom vinyl wrap featuring original artwork by local artist Michael Ives. The Cultural Arts Commission is seeking new, original artwork to refresh the piano, create a fresh visual experience for the community, and provide local artists with an opportunity to showcase their work in a public space.
The selected artwork will be reproduced as a durable vinyl wrap and installed on the existing piano by the City of Coronado. Artists are invited to submit existing artwork for consideration and are not required to create a new piece specifically for this opportunity or design a complete piano wrap. The City will coordinate the layout and adaptation of selected artwork to fit the piano's various surfaces and create a cohesive final installation.
The piano serves as a creative expression of Coronado's community, bringing together art, music, and the people and places that make the community unique. Artists are invited to submit original artwork that they feel would be a good fit for this public art installation. Artwork may celebrate Coronado, its people, places, events, history, natural environment, or community spirit, or offer a unique artistic perspective that adds color, character, and visual interest to the piano.
Submissions may include a wide range of artistic styles, subjects, and mediums. Artwork with strong visual appeal, clear imagery, and colors or patterns that can translate well to the piano's various surfaces is encouraged. All submissions must be appropriate for a public setting and suitable for reproduction as a vinyl wrap. Artists are encouraged to submit work that reflects their individual style and creative perspective.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Artists may submit a minimum of one and a maximum of 10 JPEG images of original artwork for consideration. Artwork may be existing work or artwork created specifically for this opportunity. If the original artwork is physical, a high-quality photograph or scan may be submitted.
Artists are submitting individual works for consideration, not a completed piano wrap design. Artists do not need to select a specific piano surface, prepare artwork to the piano's dimensions, or create separate artwork for each surface.
The City will determine the placement and layout of the selected artwork and may crop, resize, reposition, repeat, or otherwise adapt elements as needed to fit the piano's various surfaces and create a cohesive final installation. One or more artists may be selected, and artwork from multiple artists may be incorporated into the final design.
Selected artists may be asked to provide high-resolution digital files or additional materials needed to prepare their artwork for vinyl production.
ARTWORK REQUIREMENTS
All submitted artwork must:
Be original work created by the applicant.
Be submitted as a minimum of one and a maximum of 10 JPEG images.
Be suitable for high-resolution digital reproduction at a larger scale.
Be appropriate for audiences of all ages and display in a public setting.
Include accurate information for each submitted artwork, including title, medium, year created, and artist name.
Include a brief artist statement describing the submitted artwork.
Artwork with colors, patterns, imagery, or other visual elements that can be adapted across multiple surfaces and contribute to a cohesive overall appearance is encouraged. Artists may consider the piano's scale and proportions when selecting artwork, but are not expected to prepare a full-scale template or completed wrap design.
Selected artists must be able to provide high-resolution digital files suitable for vinyl production. The City will coordinate the final layout, necessary adaptations, vinyl production, and installation.
PIANO DIMENSIONS
The following dimensions are provided to help artists understand the scale and proportions of the piano. Artists do not need to create artwork specifically sized to each individual surface.
Overall Piano Dimensions
Height: 40 ½ inches
Depth: 24 ½ inches
Length: 57 ¾ inches
Surface Dimensions
Left and right sides: 11 inches wide × 37 ½ inches high each
Front lower section, where the bench pushes in: 52 inches wide × 22 ¼ inches high
Back: 56 inches wide × 37 ½ inches high
Front face: 52 ¾ inches wide × 5 ½ inches high
Top: 57 inches wide × 12 inches deep
ELIGIBILITY
Local amateur and professional artists aged 18 years or older are welcome to apply. Artists must meet the Cultural Arts Commission's eligibility requirements for a local Coronado Artist.
A local artist is anyone who meets at least one of the following criteria:
Lives in Coronado;
Works, teaches, or owns property in Coronado;
Operates a gallery or studio in Coronado; or
Is a current member of the Coronado Art Association.
Preference may be given to artists who live in Coronado.
All submitted artwork must be original work created by the applicant. Artwork may not be an alteration of another artist's work or assembled from a kit.
There is no fee to enter this opportunity. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
SELECTION PROCESS
All complete applications received by the deadline will be reviewed through a jury process.
Selection criteria may include artistic quality and merit, creativity and originality, visual impact, suitability for reproduction as a large-scale vinyl installation, adaptability to the piano's various surfaces, connection to Coronado and its community, and diversity of artistic approaches and mediums.
One or more artists may be selected for the project. Final acceptance will be subject to review and approval by the Public Art Working Team, Cultural Arts Commission, and City Council.
VINYL PRODUCTION, INSTALLATION & ARTIST CREDIT
The City of Coronado will coordinate the layout, adaptation, production, and installation of the selected artwork as a durable vinyl wrap on the existing Sit-A-Spell / Play a Tune Piano at the Coronado Public Library.
The City will be responsible for vinyl production and installation. Selected artists will not be responsible for printing or installation and will not be required to design the complete piano wrap.
The selected artist or artists will be credited for the artwork featured on the piano. Selected artists will also be required to complete the City of Coronado Waiver of Indemnity and Liability, as applicable.
PROMOTION & DOCUMENTATION
General promotion will be provided by the City of Coronado and the Cultural Arts Commission through local media outlets, the CAC website, CAC Arts Partners, and social media.
The City may photograph or otherwise document the selected artwork and completed piano installation for promotional, educational, and archival purposes.
IMPORTANT DATES
February 5, 2027 — Applications Due
April 2027 — Artists Notified
May 2027 — Planned Installation
The Cultural Arts Commission reserves the right to suspend or cancel this opportunity should conditions warrant such action.
For additional information, please contact:
Cortney Wright
Management Analyst
City of Coronado
619.522.7340
[email protected]
The City of Coronado Cultural Arts Commission invites local artists to submit original artwork for the next vinyl wrap of the Sit-A-Spell / Play a Tune Piano at the Coronado Public Library.
The Sit-A-Spell / Play a Tune Piano is a community art and music feature that invites residents and visitors to sit down, play a tune, and enjoy music together. The piano is currently covered with a custom vinyl wrap featuring original artwork by local artist Michael Ives. The Cultural Arts Commission is seeking new, original artwork to refresh the piano, create a fresh visual experience for the community, and provide local artists with an opportunity to showcase their work in a public space.
The selected artwork will be reproduced as a durable vinyl wrap and installed on the existing piano by the City of Coronado. Artists are invited to submit existing artwork for consideration and are not required to create a new piece specifically for this opportunity or design a complete piano wrap. The City will coordinate the layout and adaptation of selected artwork to fit the piano's various surfaces and create a cohesive final installation.
The piano serves as a creative expression of Coronado's community, bringing together art, music, and the people and places that make the community unique. Artists are invited to submit original artwork that they feel would be a good fit for this public art installation. Artwork may celebrate Coronado, its people, places, events, history, natural environment, or community spirit, or offer a unique artistic perspective that adds color, character, and visual interest to the piano.
Submissions may include a wide range of artistic styles, subjects, and mediums. Artwork with strong visual appeal, clear imagery, and colors or patterns that can translate well to the piano's various surfaces is encouraged. All submissions must be appropriate for a public setting and suitable for reproduction as a vinyl wrap. Artists are encouraged to submit work that reflects their individual style and creative perspective.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Artists may submit a minimum of one and a maximum of 10 JPEG images of original artwork for consideration. Artwork may be existing work or artwork created specifically for this opportunity. If the original artwork is physical, a high-quality photograph or scan may be submitted.
Artists are submitting individual works for consideration, not a completed piano wrap design. Artists do not need to select a specific piano surface, prepare artwork to the piano's dimensions, or create separate artwork for each surface.
The City will determine the placement and layout of the selected artwork and may crop, resize, reposition, repeat, or otherwise adapt elements as needed to fit the piano's various surfaces and create a cohesive final installation. One or more artists may be selected, and artwork from multiple artists may be incorporated into the final design.
Selected artists may be asked to provide high-resolution digital files or additional materials needed to prepare their artwork for vinyl production.
ARTWORK REQUIREMENTS
All submitted artwork must:
Be original work created by the applicant.
Be submitted as a minimum of one and a maximum of 10 JPEG images.
Be suitable for high-resolution digital reproduction at a larger scale.
Be appropriate for audiences of all ages and display in a public setting.
Include accurate information for each submitted artwork, including title, medium, year created, and artist name.
Include a brief artist statement describing the submitted artwork.
Artwork with colors, patterns, imagery, or other visual elements that can be adapted across multiple surfaces and contribute to a cohesive overall appearance is encouraged. Artists may consider the piano's scale and proportions when selecting artwork, but are not expected to prepare a full-scale template or completed wrap design.
Selected artists must be able to provide high-resolution digital files suitable for vinyl production. The City will coordinate the final layout, necessary adaptations, vinyl production, and installation.
PIANO DIMENSIONS
The following dimensions are provided to help artists understand the scale and proportions of the piano. Artists do not need to create artwork specifically sized to each individual surface.
Overall Piano Dimensions
Height: 40 ½ inches
Depth: 24 ½ inches
Length: 57 ¾ inches
Surface Dimensions
Left and right sides: 11 inches wide × 37 ½ inches high each
Front lower section, where the bench pushes in: 52 inches wide × 22 ¼ inches high
Back: 56 inches wide × 37 ½ inches high
Front face: 52 ¾ inches wide × 5 ½ inches high
Top: 57 inches wide × 12 inches deep
ELIGIBILITY
Local amateur and professional artists aged 18 years or older are welcome to apply. Artists must meet the Cultural Arts Commission's eligibility requirements for a local Coronado Artist.
A local artist is anyone who meets at least one of the following criteria:
Lives in Coronado;
Works, teaches, or owns property in Coronado;
Operates a gallery or studio in Coronado; or
Is a current member of the Coronado Art Association.
Preference may be given to artists who live in Coronado.
All submitted artwork must be original work created by the applicant. Artwork may not be an alteration of another artist's work or assembled from a kit.
There is no fee to enter this opportunity. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
SELECTION PROCESS
All complete applications received by the deadline will be reviewed through a jury process.
Selection criteria may include artistic quality and merit, creativity and originality, visual impact, suitability for reproduction as a large-scale vinyl installation, adaptability to the piano's various surfaces, connection to Coronado and its community, and diversity of artistic approaches and mediums.
One or more artists may be selected for the project. Final acceptance will be subject to review and approval by the Public Art Working Team, Cultural Arts Commission, and City Council.
VINYL PRODUCTION, INSTALLATION & ARTIST CREDIT
The City of Coronado will coordinate the layout, adaptation, production, and installation of the selected artwork as a durable vinyl wrap on the existing Sit-A-Spell / Play a Tune Piano at the Coronado Public Library.
The City will be responsible for vinyl production and installation. Selected artists will not be responsible for printing or installation and will not be required to design the complete piano wrap.
The selected artist or artists will be credited for the artwork featured on the piano. Selected artists will also be required to complete the City of Coronado Waiver of Indemnity and Liability, as applicable.
PROMOTION & DOCUMENTATION
General promotion will be provided by the City of Coronado and the Cultural Arts Commission through local media outlets, the CAC website, CAC Arts Partners, and social media.
The City may photograph or otherwise document the selected artwork and completed piano installation for promotional, educational, and archival purposes.
IMPORTANT DATES
February 5, 2027 — Applications Due
April 2027 — Artists Notified
May 2027 — Planned Installation
The Cultural Arts Commission reserves the right to suspend or cancel this opportunity should conditions warrant such action.
For additional information, please contact:
Cortney Wright
Management Analyst
City of Coronado
619.522.7340
[email protected]