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Basin Arts

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Basin Arts was established in 2016 by Founder and Creative Director, Clare Cook in Lafayette, Louisiana. As a non-profit arts incubator, Basin Arts is a container for creativity focused on supporting Louisiana artists towards a sustainable practice with the goal of increasing access to professional contemporary arts experiences and creating authentic relationships between artists and the greater community. Our work is multifaceted but our mission is simple: We support artists. We support artistic creation. We connect community to artists. We connect artists to community. Our programs include artist residencies, public art projects, our signature art rental program, BARE Walls, art exhibitions, critique night, movement classes for adults, unique performance events, and more! We are passionate about fostering creativity and collaboration across a variety of artistic disciplines. We are dedicated to nurturing artistic innovation within a supportive environment. We believe the arts are a powerful vehicle for improving overall quality of life. We are committed to engaging the community through inclusive and diverse artistic programming.

Organization Type

Arts Nonprofit

Location

70501

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LOCATION

126 S Buchanan St, Lafayette, LA, 70501

UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES

PUBLIC ART CALL / RFQ for the University Ave. Underpass Mural Project

Call to Artists
Are you a muralist with experience painting outdoors and a passion for community-driven projects? Your time is here! 🌟 Basin Arts, in partnership with Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG), invites qualified artists or artist teams to submit qualifications for the design and implementation of a large-scale public mural at the University Avenue underpass, located at 339 N. University Avenue in Lafayette, LA . This project seeks to transform a key gateway corridor into a vibrant, welcoming landmark that invites locals and visitors towards vital education and public service institutions along the roadway, including the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Lafayette City Hall, the Lafayette Regional Airport, the Lafayette Police Department, Lafayette Elementary School, Truman Early Childhood Education Center, alongside historic neighborhoods, and a multitude of local businesses from Interstate 10 to Highway 90. The selected artist will be commissioned to create an original mural that enhances the visual identity of the University Avenue corridor. The mural should celebrate the history and stories of the surrounding neighborhoods, honor the role of education and public service towards a thriving Lafayette, and contribute to the broader revitalization efforts along this important public thoroughfare for generations to come. This RFQ is open to professional artists or artist teams with demonstrated experience in large-scale mural design and installation. Preference may be given to artists with a connection to Lafayette or the Acadiana region. This is the first of three public art calls to be released as part LCG's University Avenue Creative Placemaking Initiative, facilitated by Basin Arts. Be on the lookout for more in 2026! 👀 🗓️RFQ Application Deadline | December 15th
Fee to Apply
Free
Deadline
December 16, 2025
Scope
United States, Louisiana +1 more
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