[A picture containing images of a collaged photos of current murals and historic photos located in Tacoma's Eastside. Description automatically generated] Hello! We are excited to share an incredible opportunity for Pierce County-based artists and teams! Metro Parks Tacoma is seeking talented digital artists to help curate and preserve the rich histories of Eastside Tacoma through the Eastside Community Center - Community Histories Project. This project will highlight the stories of ethnic communities with strong local ties—Native American, Eastern European, Southeast Asian, African American, Hispanic, and Central American groups—through digital media such as video, audio, photography, or interactive formats. The final digital artwork will be displayed at the Eastside Community Center and on Metro Parks Tacoma’s website. Project Details: 🔹 Budget: $12,000 (plus a $500 stipend for finalists) 🔹 Deadline: November 4, 2024 🔹 Format: Digital media (video, audio, visual, or interactive) 🔹 Eligibility: • Applicants must be 18+ • Open to artists, teams, or organizations based in Pierce County • Priority given to artists with roots in Eastside or projects that reflect marginalized histories • Applicants must be able to work in digital formats Timeline: • October 14, 2024: Opportunity released • November 4, 2024: Deadline for submissions • By November 11, 2024: Finalists selected • November 14 or 19, 2024: Site visit for finalists • By December 16, 2024: Proposals presented and final artist(s) selected • May 31, 2025: Project completed If you’re an artist with a unique talent for storytelling and a passion for community history, we encourage you to apply! This project is a great opportunity to showcase your skills while helping preserve Eastside Tacoma’s diverse heritage. How to Apply: Submit your application through Submittable.<https://tacomaarts.submittable.com/submit/304774/2024-eastside-community-center-community-histories-project> Feel free to reach out with any questions or for more information on this project. We can’t wait to see what you create! Best regards, Daniel DANIEL GARCIA (he/him) Community Programs Specialist Arts & Cultural Vitality Division 253.830.6763 Arts & Cultural Vitality Division<http://www.cityoftacoma.org/arts> | Tacoma Creates<http://www.tacomacreates.org/> [cid:image001.png@01DB1FB1.A2D4F760]<tacomaartsmonth.org>