Poetry Broadsides Call for Qualifications

The City of Malibu is seeking artists to create a broadside in response to a poem written by former Malibu Poet Laureates.  Featured artists will design and create an original visual art piece for public distribution and reproduction. The City desires artwork that is intriguing and inspirational.

The broadside will be a collaboration between the selected artist and Poet Laureate. The Poet Laureate will provide the artist with feedback regarding the final design.

Broadsides will be printed by the City and distributed at community events, programs, City vendor booths, and workshops. A digital version of the Broadside may be included on social media, City websites, and broadcast through various platforms. 

Artists may be required to attend events, sign copies of artwork, or be available for interviews as part of the marketing and outreach program.

Artist must respond to one of the following poems written by former Malibu Poet Laureates -

1. Malibu Sunset by John Struloeff
2. I Think About War and Then I Don't by Ellen Reich
3. Advice From a Hollywood Cougar by Ricardo Means Ybarra

For more information on submission requirements or to submit an online application, please visit the Poetry Broadsides Call for Qualifications in the Form Center.

Questions related to the Poetry Broadsides may be directed to Amanda Rigali, Recreation Coordinator.

2023 - 2024 Art Exhibitions

The Malibu Arts Commission will open a Call to Artists for multi-artist shows. The Commission approved the following exhibitions for Fiscal Year 2023-2024:  

• Student Art Exhibition for children in grades TK-12: January 2024
• Surf Art Exhibition: July - August 2024

Questions related to the Malibu Arts Commission may be directed to Kristin Riesgo, Community Services Director.

Call for Artists Updates 

Artists interested in receiving text messages or emails about the Calls should register for alerts through the Malibu Arts and Culture website.