Artist

Theme: Immersive Entry Portal / Bold, Welcoming, Otherworldly.
Location: Somerville, MA
Eligibility: Somerville-based artists preferred; open to New England
Mural Size: ~16 feet high × 14 feet wide, plus a 6-foot building return (Exterior Wall)
Budget: $10,000-$14,000 All-In

Edge of Elsewhere is an indoor art and entertainment concept inviting visitors to explore themed environments and interact with installation elements. The mural will be on the exterior wall.

We are commissioning an original exterior mural surrounding the primary entrance to Edge of Elsewhere, located in Somerville, MA
.

The main wall measures approximately 16 feet high × 14 feet wide
, with an additional building return extending approximately 6 feet around the corner at a height of roughly 15 feet
. The mural is expected to begin at ground level, extend above and to both sides of the entrance, continue onto the return, and incorporate the entrance door itself.

The artwork should transform the entrance into a bold and inviting visual portal. It should include subtle Edge of Elsewhere branding, while providing a very clear visual call to action that encourages visitors to enter through the door.

We are open to a range of visual approaches and interpretations. The final work should feel imaginative, immersive, memorable, and connected to the identity of Edge of Elsewhere without relying heavily on conventional signage or oversized branding.

Because the mural will be installed on an exterior, public-facing surface, all materials and finishes must be durable, weather-resistant, and appropriate for long-term outdoor use.

The total budget for this project is $10,000-$14,000
, inclusive of:

• Artist fee
• Design and revisions
• Materials and supplies
• Surface preparation, painting, and finishing
• Weather-resistant coatings or sealants
• Equipment required for installation, including lift or access equipment when necessary
• Travel and other project-related expenses

• Initial concept and rough sketch aligned with the theme
• One to two rounds of design refinement
• On-site mural execution
• Sealing and finishing for durability
• Coordination with Midnight Mansion for on-site access, scheduling, and other constraints

Proposals will be evaluated based on:

• Artistic quality and strength of visual voice
• Ability to create a bold, welcoming, and immersive entrance
• Thoughtful integration of the door and building architecture
• Effectiveness of the visual call to action
• Ability to incorporate branding in a subtle and intentional way
• Quality of past mural or large-scale exterior work
• Feasibility within the stated budget and timeline
• Suitability of the proposed materials for an exterior public environment

Please submit the following as a single PDF or a set of links:

• Portfolio samples (murals or large-scale work if available)
• A brief concept sketch or written idea responding to the theme
• A short note on materials and approach
• An estimated timeline
• A preliminary budget or fee breakdown

Send submissions and questions to
Subject line:
Entry Exterior Mural