Postcard competition entries due June 16

Suzie Harrison

Capturing the essence of Laguna Beach with a postcard is something

tourists have been doing since the early 1900s, but a postcard 7 by 5

feet in size is a different story. Artists will compete to show their

vision of Laguna in postcard form and have their work be part of a

mural on Ocean Avenue.

Artists who are interested in the competition should take

advantage of the wonderful collection of vintage postcards at the

library and the historical society for inspiration and ideas.

The competition will consist of four separate murals and will be

displayed at 364 Ocean Ave., which is a highly-visible area Downtown.

“The Arts Commission selected the site as an important artery into

the city,” arts coordinator Sian Poeschl said. “With increased use of

public transport and encouraging visitors to utilize the free trolley

service the bus depot site is highly visible and in need of

enhancement.”

The theme needs to be adhered to with imagery from aspects unique

to Laguna.

“The four murals, painted on canvas, will celebrate the uniqueness

of the city through postcards referencing the ‘Past, Present and

Future’ of the Laguna Beach,” Poeschl said. “This proposed Public Art

installation will not only depict our city but will also convey a

sense of civic pride to all who visit.” An honorarium of $2,250 per

winning mural will be rewarded. The deadline for submission is 4 p.m.

June 16 to the Community Services Department at 515 Forest Ave.

For entry requirements or further information, contact Sian

Poeschl at 497-0722 or online at www.lagunabeachcity.net.