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HomeMy WebLinkAbout5.5 2025 Utility Box Art Selection STAFF REPORT CITY COUNCIL Page 1 of 3 Agenda Item 5.5 DATE: June 3, 2025 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager SUBJECT: 2025 Utility Box Art Selection Prepared by: Shelby Perry, Recreation Coordinator EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The City Council will consider a recommendation from the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission for artwork to be painted on 10 utility boxes in summer 2025. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission’s recommendations for the 2025 Utility Box Art Program. FINANCIAL IMPACT: The cost of 10 utility boxes, including artist payments and miscellaneous supplies, is estimated at $10,350. This project is funded by the Public Art Fund and is included in the adopted Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget. DESCRIPTION: The 2025 Utility Box Art program will include painting ten utility boxes throughout Dublin. The design theme for this project is “Urban Nature.” Artists were encouraged to be as creative as possible when developing images and designs that captured this theme. The City sought proposals that incorporated the theme with unique and creative ideas. Artwork themes should also align with the City’s Values, which are a part of the adopted Mission and Vision Statements, including safety, inclusivity, diversity, equality, and history. Artwork must also be suitable for all ages. Staff issued a Call for Artists on February 17, 2025 (Attachment 2), publicizing the opportunity through the City’s website, social media channels, direct outreach to interested artists, previous utility box participants, registrants in the Cultural Arts Database, and neighboring cities with similar programs. Forty-three design proposals were received from 24 professional artists, and 16 design proposals were received from 11 student artists. In total, 59 design 99 Page 2 of 3 proposals were received from 35 individual artists by the April 14, 2025 deadline. On May 8, 2025, the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission reviewed the artists’ proposals and deliberated before recommending 10 artist proposals for City Council consideration and approval. The recommended artists’ resumes, statements, and design proposals are included with this Staff Report (Attachment 1). Below is a table illustrating the utility box locations with the recommended artist and title of the artist's proposal. TABLE 1: UTILITY BOX LOCATIONS AND ARTISTS’ ASSIGNMENTS Box Box location Artist Proposal Title Box 1 Fallon Rd. & Fallon Gateway Haley Haslim Springtime On the Move Box 2 Fallon Rd. & Dublin Blvd. Malavika Oak Bloom Where Planted Box 3 Fallon Gateway & Dublin Blvd. Emaan Qayyum * If You Look for It… Box 4 Dublin Blvd. & Brannigan St. Ekaterina Bazlakova Exotic Flowers and Birds Box 5 Brannigan St. & Central Pkwy Sophia Lee Daydream & Wander Box 6 Central Pkwy & Grafton St. Spence Snyder Dublin Buzz Box 7 Gleason Dr. & Creekview Dr. Kim Champion The Neighborhood Box 8 Dublin Blvd. Silvergate Dr. Joel Yau Dublin City Vibe Box 9 Dublin Blvd. & Schaefer Ranch Rd. Elli Maskiell Flora_Scan.Exe Box 10 Dublin Blvd. & Inspiration Dr. Swati Rastogi Nature, its colors and shapes *Student Artist STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE: None. NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH: The City Council Agenda was posted, and a copy of this Staff Report was provided to the artists. 100 Page 3 of 3 ATTACHMENTS: 1) 2025 Utility Box Art - Design Proposals from Recommended Artists 2) 2025 Utility Box Art - Call for Artists 101 PROPOSAL COVERSHEET: Dublin 2025 Utility Box Art Project Proposals Not Accepted after Monday, April 14, 2025, 12:00AM (midnight) Please indicate experience level: )( Professional Artist(s) D Student Artist(s), under supervision of Art Professional Please indicate any specific box(es) you have proposed a design for, or check 'No Prefe rence' if you would be willing to adapt your design(s) to fit any assigned location: □ □ □ I 2 3 Artist: Haley Haslim □ □ □ 4 5 6 7 8 9 □□ 10 Any Co-Artist, if applicable: __________________________ _ Co-Artist, if applicable: __________________________ _ Address: __________________________ _ City:---------------State: CA Zip: 94568 Phone: Social: insta�ram: @haley.e.desi�ns E-mail Address Website: https://hhaslim0022cd73.myportfolio.com/welcome-page Signature of Artist: __________________ Date: 4/13/25 Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: ____________ ,Date : ________ _ Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: ____________ Date: ________ _ Supervising Art Professional, if applicable: ____________________ _ Address: ------------------------------- City: _________________ .State: ______ .Zip:. ______ _ Phone: ______________ E-mail Add ress: ____________ _ Signature of Supervising Art Professional: _____________ ,Date: _____ _ Page 6 of6 Attachment 1 102 Work Experience Mendocino Farms, San Ramon CA Hospitality Team Member January 2022 -August 2022, May 2023 -August 2023 • Welcomed and interacted with guests• Organized and bagged orders, sent out meals to customers •Kept the restaurant clean and organized Sodexo Dining Company at the Point Break Cafe, Point Loma Nazarene University, San Diego CA Team Member January 2023 -May 2023, August 2023 -Now (expected May 2024) •Helped stock and take inventory of store goods •Kept the restaurant clean•Took, cooked, and prepared orders •Worked closing shifts Crosswinds Church, Livermore CA Kids Ministry Intern May 2021 -August 2022 •Cared for and interacted with Preschool aged children •Involved childeren in creative activities, crafts, and games•Cleaned and organized classrooms •Welcomed and connected with parents REI Co-op, Dublin CA seasonal frontline sales team member May 2024 -July 2024 •Interacted with members and guests at checkout and on sales floor •initiated membership sales and action-fund donations •took inventory, restocked frontline, and kept department clean Utility Box Public Art Commission, Dublin CA Designer and Painter August2024 •Coordinated with the city's recreation department •Digitally designed all sides of a signal utility box •Worked within guidelines of the theme "out of this world" •Executed the Design at a designated utility box in Dublin•Cleaned, primed, painted, and sealed the utility box 103 Artist Statement "Springtime On The Move" is inspired by the BART rail that runs through our city as well as the lush landscape that blooms across Dublin's hills in the springtime. I've included Mt. Diablo, California poppies, and cows grazing in the distance as some recognizable and iconic elements from our city's landscape. The vision was to allow the interior of the train to represent more urban elements while the scenery beyond embodies green spaces throughout our valley, ultimately displaying the connectedness between urban technology and our environment. My hope is that this work will allow people to be more mindful of the beauty just outside their window, encouraging them to look up more often in the midst of their busy days. Springtime On The Move Top of Box BackLeft Side Front Right Side Exhibit A 104 Page 6 of 6 PROPOSAL COVERSHEET: Dublin 2025 Utility Box Art Project Proposals Not Accepted after Monday, April 14, 2025, 12:00AM (midnight) Please indicate experience level: Professional Artist(s)Student Artist(s), under supervision of Art Professional Please indicate any specific box(es) you have proposed a design for, or check ‘No Preference’ if you would be willing to adapt your design(s) to fit any assigned location: 1 4 7 2 5 8 10 3 6 9 Any State: Zip: Social: Website: Date: Date: Artist: Malavika Oak Co-Artist, if applicable: Co-Artist, if applicable: Address: City: Phone E-mail Address: Signature of Artist: Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: Date: Supervising Art Professional, if applicable: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: E-mail Address: Signature of Supervising Art Professional: Date: 105 Malavika Oak lnstagram: @malavikaspaintings ARTIST STATEMENT I A passi onate plein air artist with 1 O+ years of experience capturing urban and natural landscapes in oil and watercolor. My work blends observational detail with expressive color, celebrating the intersection of community, nature, and place. With roots in both fine art and user experience design, I bring thoughtful storytelling, visual clarity, and human-centered creativity to every project-especially in public art that aims to uplift and connect. ART EXPERIENCE Plein Air Artist 2014 -Present •Painting in public spaces usi ng oil and watercolor to reflect the beauty and rhythm of everyday environments. •Dedicated to portraying the spirit of local communities through vibrant, nature­ inspired compositions. •Active sketcher and painter in parks, city streets, and rural areas. Juried Exhibitions & Group Shows Tri-Valley, Tracy, Manteca & Greater Bay Area •Exhibi ted in local shows including seasonal plein air festi vals , pop-up galleries, and juried art shows. •Participated in the Tri Valley Open Studios Awards & Recognition •Received multiple awards for artistic excellence from city-hosted and independent art organizations in: o Tri-Valley o Tracy 106 Utility Box Art Template Exhibit A Please use this diagram or similar format of a utility box to show the image you would like to paint on the four sides and top of the box. Keep in mind that the City's utility boxes vary in dimensions and size and will also have additional cabinets and meters on them. This is a generic diagram to better illustrate how the design will appear on the utility box and will be provided to those reviewing the proposals. Art Title: Top of Box Back Left Side Front Right Side 107 Bloom Where Planted This utility box design is a vibrant, botanical celebration of urban nature, wrapped in a garden of bold, stylized flowers and foliage in warm, joyful tones. The phrase “Bloom where planted” anchors the design on both the front and back, serving as a motivational message that encourages growth, resilience, and positivity—wherever you are rooted. Bridges the natural and built environment, blending the organic beauty of plants with the hard edges of city infrastructure. Promotes personal and community growth, resonating with the idea that even in the busiest, most industrial spaces, we can grow, thrive, and bloom. All sides of the box are covered with large, graphic floral illustrations in rich colors— yellows, corals, purples, greens, and blues—creating a lush, immersive feel. 108 PROPOSAL COVERSHEET: Dublin 2025 Utility Box Art Project Proposals Not Accepted after Monday, April 14, 2025, 12:00AM (midnight) Please indicate experience level: □Professional Artist(s)1l{ Student Artist(s), under supervision of Art Professional Please indicate any specific box(es) you have proposed a design for, or check 'No Preference' if you would be willing to adapt your design(s) to fit any assigned location: □ □ □ I 2 3 □ □ □ 4 5 6 □ □ □ 7 8 9 □10 � Any Artist: Ayesha Emaan Oayyum Co-Artist. if applicable: _.....u..u::,.. _______________________ _ Address: City: E-mail Address: Signature of Artist: N/A __________ State: ---=C"'""A _______ Zip: 94568 Website: _,....,_N,_,_/ A--'------------ G Date: _04_/_1_4/_2_5 ____ _ Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: ____________ Date: ________ _ Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: ____________ Date: ________ _ Supervising Art Professional, if applicable: --"""�""'f�=-�=jl-'-!"l_H_a_m_i_d _____________ _ Address: City: _____ E-mail Address Signature of Supervising Art Professional: -----�-�-----------Date: 04/14/25 109 Emaan Qayyum Artist Statement As a young artist, I explore themes of identity, growth, and community through vibrant, narrative-based artwork. My goal is to create pieces that spark connection and celebrate the diversity of experiences around me. Artistic Experience 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR Boardroom Banner Art Contest Winner ●Artwork titled From Doodles to Diplomas selected as the official banner of the DUSD Boardroom ●Installed on the exterior wall of the district office; on display through early 2026 ●Recognized at the Board of Trustees meeting on March 25, 2025 AP Studio Art - Dublin High School ●Coursework includes drawing, painting, and digital media ●Focus on personal growth, symbolism, and storytelling Education AUGUST 2022 - JUNE 2026 Dublin High School - Dublin, CA ●Class of 2026 ●President and founder of DHS Art Club ○Raised over $500 for the club ○2 murals in progress on campus Exhibitions & Features ●From Doodles to Diplomas – Public Installation, Dublin Unified School District Office (2025–2026) ●Featured in Pleasanton Weekly (April 2025) ●Interviewed in DUSD Spotlight Video (March 2025) 110 11 1 Page 6 of 6 PROPOSAL COVERSHEET: Dublin 2025 Utility Box Art Project Proposals Not Accepted after Monday, April 14, 2025, 12:00AM (midnight) Please indicate experience level: Professional Artist(s)Student Artist(s), under supervision of Art Professional Please indicate any specific box(es) you have proposed a design for, or check ‘No Preference’ if you would be willing to adapt your design(s) to fit any assigned location: 1 4 7 2 5 8 10 3 6 9 Any Artist: Co-Artist, if applicable: Co-Artist, if applicable: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Social: E-mail Address:Website: Signature of Artist: Date: Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: Date: Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: Date: Supervising Art Professional, if applicable: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: E-mail Address: Signature of Supervising Art Professional: Date: Ekaterina Bazlakova CA 94546 @artbazlakova www.artbazlakova.com 04/13/2025 112 EKATERINA BAZLAKOVA Artist, Art Teacher Languages -Russian (native) Portfolio: artbazlakova.com -German (proficient) Instagram: @artbazlakova -English (advanced) Status: Green Card Holder Objective A passionate, life-long artist and art educator with 40+ years of experience in the creative field. My paintings can be found in private collections all across the globe: Russia, Germany, Israel, the USA, France and Finland. I have a lot of experience in creating unique aesthetic compositions. All my works are unique and the themes vary from realism to social art and dreamy fantasies. Career Summary Self employed Artist and Art Teacher Produced a collection of 40 pictures depicting local nature “California dreams” -Established Bay-Area based artist (2021) -Created about 40 pictures in 5 years (2019-2024) -Designed an award winning Utility Box Art for local community -Completed utility box murals in Dublin (2020, 2022, and 2023) -Designed an award winning book box art for Little Free Library in Dublin 2023 -Completed decorating book box for Little Free Library in Dublin 2023 -Publication in book “East Bay Artists 2022” by ArtPush org -Solo Show Exhibition “California Dreaming” in San Ramon City Hall Gallery (January-February 2023) -Designed two award winning storm drain arts for Dublin (Alamo Creek Park) -Completed decorating two murals for Storm Drain Art Program in Dublin-2024 -7 artworks were chosen for Alameda Utility Box and Banners Art Program- 2024 -My art banners have been installed along Lewelling Boulevard in San Lorenzo -3 of my artworks were purchased by Alameda County Arts Commission for Artwork Purchase Program (2024) -My art utility boxes have been installed in Castro Valley(2025) -Created and taught unique educational program in Moscow State Youth Art Center (1979-2018) -Teaching master classes in Aran’s Art Studio (acrylic painting in Castro Valley) -Teaching master classes in my home art studio(acrylic painting in Castro Valley) Skills: Oil, acrylic, watercolor, ink, pastel, linocat, batik 113 Exotic Flowers and Birds Ekaterina Bazlakova Back Exhibit A Left Side Top of Box Front Right Side 114 Page 6 of 6 PROPOSAL COVERSHEET: Dublin 2025 Utility Box Art Project Proposals Not Accepted after Monday, April 14, 2025, 12:00AM (midnight) Please indicate experience level: Professional Artist(s)Student Artist(s), under supervision of Art Professional Please indicate any specific box(es) you have proposed a design for, or check ‘No Preference’ if you would be willing to adapt your design(s) to fit any assigned location: 1 4 7 2 5 8 10 3 6 9 Any State: Zip: Social: Artist: Sohpia Lee Co-Artist, if applicable: Co-Artist, if applicable: Addres City: Phone: E-mail Address:Website: Signature of Artist: Date: Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: Date: Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: Date: Supervising Art Professional, if applicable: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: E-mail Address: Signature of Supervising Art Professional: Date: 115 Sophia Lee Ar,st Qualifica,ons Sophia Lee is a Taiwanese-American multimedia artist based in San Francisco, known for her vibrant murals, public art installations, and community-engaged projects. Her work transforms everyday spaces into playful “secret gardens” — blending organic forms, nature motifs, and whimsical creatures to spark joy and connection in urban settings. With over a decade of public art experience, Sophia has completed murals, temporary installations, and community art projects throughout California, often incorporating reclaimed materials and participatory elements. Her murals and public artworks can be found in Redwood City, San Ramon, Dublin, Palo Alto, Tustin, San Francisco, Danville, Alameda, West Hollywood, and Sunnyvale. She was a participating artist in *Let’s Glow SF* projection mapping festival, and her studio practice extends to mixed media paintings and sculptures using salvaged materials. Selected Public Art Projects - Utility Box Murals — Redwood City, San Ramon, Dublin, Palo Alto, Tustin (2016–2025) - Painted Planters — Old Town Tustin Public Art Program, 2023 - Little Fish Community Installation — Palo Alto Public Art, 2021 - Acorn Treasure Hunt — City of West Hollywood, 2023 - Submarine Portal Utility Box Mural — Palo Alto, 2021 - Dog of Danville & Heart on Hartz Temporary Sculptures — Danville, 2018–2022 - Hearts in SF Public Art Sculptures — SF General Hospital Foundation Auction, 2018–2024 - Let’s Glow SF — Projection Mapping Festival, San Francisco, 2023 - Suns of Sunnyvale Sculpture & Painting Project — City of Sunnyvale, 2025 - Lobby Mural — Castro District Condo, San Francisco, 2019 Selected Exhibi,ons - The de Young Open — de Young Museum, San Francisco, 2023 - Into the Garden — Noe Valley Ministry, San Francisco, 2024 Educa,on Fashion Design — FIDM, Los Angeles BFA — Art Center College of Design, Pasadena 116 Pr o p o s a l D e s i g n 1 : D a y d r e a m & W a n d e r Daydream & Wander 11 7 PROPOSAL COVERSHEET: Dublin 2025 Utility Box Art Project Proposals Not Accepted after Monday, April 14, 2025, 12:00AM (midnight) Please indicate experience level: � Professional Artist(s) D Student Artist(s), under supervision of Art Professional Please indicate any specific box(es) you have proposed a design for, or check 'No Preference' if you would be willing to adapt your design(s) to fit any assigned location: □ □ □ I 2 3 □ □ □ 4 5 6 □ □ □ 7 8 9 □10)ii( Any Artist __ S_p_e_n_c_e_S_n _y_d_e_r _________________________ _ Co-Artist, if applicable: __________________________ _ Co-Artist, if applicable: __________________________ _ Address: City:- Phone: E-mail Address: State: _C_A _____ .Zip: 94941 ------------Social: lnstagram: ArtOfSpence Website: ArtOfSpence.com ---- Signature of Artist: s(� 5:o,1,A-&c:::: Date: 4-10-2025 Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: ____________ ,Date: ________ _ Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: ____________ Date: ________ _ Supervis ing Art Professional, if applicable: ____________________ _ Address: ------------------------------- City: _________________ .State: ______ .Zip:. ______ _ Phone: ______________ E-mail Address: ____________ _ Signature of Supervising Art Professional: _____________ ,Date: _____ _ Page 6 of6 118 9 spence snyder Artist Statement I love the idea of transforming the utility boxes into public art as an appropriate way to bring art to the people in a positive way. My design "Dublin Buzz" is a fun and whimsical way to remind us of the importance of a healthy ecosystem that contains diverse pl ants and flowers and the bees that help everything to flourish. Bio I am a native of the San Francisco Bay Area who lives and works in Mill Valley as an artist and designer. I received a degree in Illustration from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco and a Fine Art degree from the University of San Francisco. I have worked for over a decade as a commercial illustrator and designer working with clients such as Yahoo!. Intuit and EA Games. In 2019 I was one of eight artists chosen to participate in Mill Valley's Art Box program. I have also brought art directly to the people through many years of participation in the San Rafael Italian Street Painting Festival in downtown San Rafael. There I have seen the joy that art brings to people first hand. All of this exposer extends their understanding and appreciation of art and ultimately. I believe. makes people more empathetic through the experience of viewing the world through another's eyes. As well as being an illustrator and designer I am also a fine artist. Much of my fine art has environmental concerns at its heart and is generally an exploration of how we humans relate to. perceive and manipulate nature. You can view my work here: www.spencesnyder.com www.artofspence.com lnstagram: ArtOfSpence 119 Title:"Dublin Buzz" ©Spence Snyder 2025 Any Box .... - - f , 120 PROPOSAL COVERSHEET: Dublin 2025Utility Box Art Project Proposals Not Accepted after Monday, April 14, 202 5, 12:00AM (midnight) Please indicate experience level: vi ProfessionalArtist(s) □Student Artist(s), under supervision of Art Professional Please indicate any specific box(es) you have proposed a design for, or check 'No Preference' if you would be willing to adapt your design(s) to fit any assigned location: □ □ □ 1 2 3 Artist: Kim Champion □ □ □ 4 5 6 □ □ □ 7 8 9 D 10 " Any Co-Artist , if applicable: ______________________ _ Co-Artist, if applicable: ______________________ _ Address: ______________________ _ City: _____________ State :_C_A ____ .Zi p: 94568 Phone: E-mail Address: Social: --------------------- www.kimchampion.com Signature of Artist: _______________ Date : _______ _ Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: ___________ ,Date : _______ _ Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: ___________ Date : _______ _ Supervising Art Professional, if applicable: _________________ _ Address: --------------------------- City: _______________ .State : _____ .Zi p,_: _____ _ Phone: E-mail Address: ------------------------ Signature of Supervising Art Professional: ___________ ,Date: ____ _ Page GofG 121 Kim Champion artist bio Kim Champion is a contemporary artist who lives and works in the Bay Area. Her artwork uses abstraction and nature to create organic forms. Kim earned a Bachelor of Arts in Traditional Art from Cal State East Bay University and has had her work shown in exhibitions around the Bay Area. artist statement Embarking on the creative journey of encapsulating the nuanced interplay between tranquility and turmoil in nature is a deeply introspective exercise for me. My artistic process is a continual exploration into the balance of serenity and discord that characterizes the natural world. The appeal of this exploration lies in my fascination with color, shapes, textures, and shading. The hours spent experimenting with these artistic facets are meditative, notjust moments of creation. Influenced by the artistic legacies of Georgia O'Keeffe and Norman Lewis, I draw inspiration from their masterful command over lines, shapes, and color. O'Keeffe's ability to distill the essence of nature into vibrant, expressive forms resonates with me deeply, while Lewis's innovative use of lines and color ignites my imagination. website: www.kimchampion.com 122 curriculum vitae. Kim Champion (b. US) education. California State University East Bay, Bachelor of Arts in Traditional Studio Arts 2017 exhibitions. 2024 Group Exhibition, Art of the African Diaspora, RAC Main and West Galleries, Richmond , CA 2023 - 2024 Group Exhibition, CSUEB Faculty and Alumni Art Exhibition, CSUEB Art Gallery, Hayward, CA 2023 - 2024 Group Exhibition, Trees and Leaves Exhibition, Dublin Art Collective, Dublin, CA 2023 Group Exhibition, Celebrate Black History, Livermore Library, Richmond, CA 2023 Group Exhibition, Art of the African Diaspora, RAC Main and West Galleries, Richmond, CA 2022 2021 Group Exhibition, New Visions, RAC West Gallery, Richmond, CA 2021 Group Exhibition, Annual Alumni & Faculty Exhibition, CSUEB Art Gallery, Hayward, CA 2021 Group Exhibition, This Land is Me, Richmond Art Center, Virtual 2021 Group Exhibition, Empowerment & Social Change, Group Exhibition, June Steingart Gallery at Laney College 2021 Group Exhibition, Art of the African Diaspora, RAC Main Gallery, Virtual 2019 Group Exhibition, Annual Alumni & Faculty Exhibition, CSUEB Art Gallery, Hayward, CA 2018 Group Exhibition, Annual Alumni & Faculty Exhibition, CSUEB Art Gallery, Hayward, CA 2018 Solo Exhibition, Dream Variations, CSUEB Professional Development Center, Oakland CA 2017 Solo Exhibition, Dream Variations, BA Exhibition, CSUEB Old Kiln Gallery, Hayward, CA 2017 Group Exhibition, CSUEB Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition, CSUEB Art Gallery, Hayward, CA 2017 Group Exhibition, Boundless, CSUEB Old Kiln Gallery, Hayward, CA 2016 Group Exhibition, CSUEB Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition, CSUEB Art Gallery, Hayward, CA 123 Artwork Statement (Theme: Urban Nature) The Neighborhood To me, the word ‘urban’ evokes memories of basketball on asphalt courts—laughter echoing through the neighborhood after school or on Saturday mornings. This image uses bright colors to convey joy and hope, blending elements of “nature” from local parks with nearby businesses to reflect a safe, playful environment. It captures the essence of a perfect day in a neighborhood where I would’ve liked to grow up. 124 Art Title: T� & �61�'60�\tOOb Back Left Side Front II II Top of Box 125 Page 6 of 6 PROPOSAL COVERSHEET: Dublin 2025 Utility Box Art Project Proposals Not Accepted after Monday, April 14, 2025, 12:00AM (midnight) Please indicate experience level: Professional Artist(s)Student Artist(s), under supervision of Art Professional Please indicate any specific box(es) you have proposed a design for, or check ‘No Preference’ if you would be willing to adapt your design(s) to fit any assigned location: 1 4 7 2 5 8 10 3 6 9 Any Artist: Co-Artist, if applicable: Co-Artist, if applicable: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Social: E-mail Address:Website: Signature of Artist: Date: Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: Date: Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: Date: Supervising Art Professional, if applicable: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: E-mail Address: Signature of Supervising Art Professional: Date: X Joel Yau instagram.com/studioyau www.studioyau.com April 14, 2025 126 JOEL YAU VISUAL ARTIST Street Painter Fine Artist Graphic Designer Illustrator Ill www.studioyau.com Street Painting Festivals Exhibitions (partial selection: 1997-2025) 1st World Street Painting Festival, Arnhem, The Netherlands (3-D Featured Artist) LelyST ART, Lelystad, Holland (Featured Artist) Victoria International Chalk Festival, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada Colores de Chiapas, Chiapas, Mexico (3-D Featured Artist) Anna Maria Chalk Festival, Anna Maria Island, Florida, U.S.A. (Invited Artist) Hudson Valley Chalk Festival, New Paltz, New York, U.S.A. (Invited Artist) Marietta Chalk Festival, Marietta, Georgia, U.S.A. (Invited Artist) Italian Street Painting Marin, San Rafael, California, U.S.A. (Featured Artist) La Jolla Art Festival, La Jolla, California, U.S.A. (Featured Artist) Swire's 1st HK Italian Street Painting Festival, Hong Kong, HK, (Featured Artist) Les Crais d'Azur, Nice, France (Featured Artist) Geldern Chalk Festival, Geldern, Germany (Invited Participant) Festival Bella Via, Monterrey, Mexico (Featured Artist) Festival Madonnari, Guanajuato, Mexico (Featured Artist) I Madonnari, Santa Barbara, California, U.S.A. (Invited Artist) Ragazzi Festival, Provo, Utah, U.S.A. ((Featured Artist) Miami Art Festival, Miami Beach, Florida, U.S.A. (Featured Artist) Sarasota Chalk Festival, Saratosa, Florida, U.S.A. (Invited Artist) Northbeach Street Festival, San Francisco, California (Featured Artist) Verba Buena Chalk Art Festival, San Francisco, California, U.S.A. (Invited Artist) Napa Italian Street Festival, Napa, California, U.S.A. (Featured Artist) Bella Via Festival, Valencia, California, U.S.A. (Featured Artist) Little Italy Festival, San Diego, California, U.S.A. (Artist's Choice Award) Italian Street Painting Fest, Lake Tahoe, Nevada, U.S.A. (1st prize) Lakeville Art Festival, Lakeville , Massachusetts, U.S.A. (Featured Artist) 1st Chalk it up , San Diego, California, U.S.A. (Winner: 1st prize) Fine Arts Exibitions Selected shows: 1998-2024 Triton Museum, San Jose, California Marin Museum of Contemporary Art Exhibition, Novato, California Terra Linda Ceramic Exhibition, Falkirk Cultural Center, San Rafael, California Marin County Fair, San Rafael, California 2010 (Honorable Mention) Marin County Fair, San Rafael, California 2011 (3rd Prize winner) Art League of Northern California Member Exhibit, Novato, California Artists of MarinMOCA Member Exhibition, Novato, California Artworks Downtown Member Show, San Rafael, California 3 Palletes Group Exhibition, Los Gatos, California Marin Open Studios, Corte Madera, California San Rafael Italian Street Painting Festival, San Rafael, California Bella Via Art Group Show, Valencia, California The LOFT Group Show, Emeryville, California Art with a Heart Exhibit and Auction, San Rafael, California Education: Academy of Art University, San Francisco, California,. U.S.A. Bachelors of Fine Arts, Illustration University of the Philippines, Quezon City, Philippines Bachelors of Fine Art , Visual Communication, Advertising 127 Title: Dublin City Vibe Artist: JOEL YAU BACK Side LEFT FRONT Side Titled Dublin City Vibe, this design captures the serene charm of Dublin, California with the majestic Mt. Diablo rising in the background. Framed by iconic sculptures, distinctive arch itectural landmarks, and an expanding tapestry of homes, it ref lects the city's uniquely warm and welcom ing spirit. TOP of the Box RIGHT 128 £lli Maskiell £Nperiettce lnkedsherbert Art Freelance Artist I Owner [2011 -Present] •Delivers great work of art on time and to a high design quality for clients •Experience in a variety of designs including logos, concepts, comics, and illustrations Dublin Utility Box Program 2024 Muralist [August 2024) •Designed and painted mural for the "Out of This World" utility box program through the City of Dublin Dublin Utility Drain Program Muralist [March -April 2024] •Designed and painted murals for storm drains near the Dublin Library 180 Building + Discover Polk Mural Assistant [March 2023) •Assisted artist to block in colors to finish project within deadline Wide Open Walls Muralist [May 2022 / September 2022) •Collaborated with collective team members to design and paint a mural at Tahoe Elementary school in Sacramento, CA •Painted a mural at Elder Creek Elementary in Sacramento, CA I am a Bay Area-native artist whose work has spanned through multiple different mediums including games, comics, paintings, and animation. My work is influenced greatly by nature, mythology, comics, street art, toys, and a little bit of magic. Art in the Grooves, vol. 45 Folklore Napa, CA [February 2024] Art in the Grooves, vol. 1 Folklore Napa, CA "Untitled" [October 2024) Neologian Art Gallery [November 2018) Redwood City, CA £ducatiou Academy of Arts University Bachelor of Fine Arts -Game Design Fundamentals in art theory. Studied in concept art, animation, 3D modeling, and game design elements. Murals Drawing Painting Skills ••••• ••••• ••••• 129 Art Title: Back Left Side Front Artist Statement: •"� � /,, ,J� '? TopofBox j> > Right Side Utility box number: Any When designing this proposal, I was imagining a distant future where nature has completely taken over the earth but there are still remnants of life and technology around. Everything is in harmony with one another. The character is an advanced android that wanders around with their drone companion, curious about what delightful flora has spawned throughout the lands. With this piece, I hope to create a sense of whimsy and magic within our world -to slow down for a second and take a look at the little marvels nature has to offer us. 130 PROPOSAL COVERSHEET: Dublin 1015 Utility Box Art Project Proposals Not Accepted after Monday, April 14, 2025, 12:00AM (midnight) Please indicate experience levet / Professional Artist(s)D Student Artist(s), under supervision of Art Professional Please indicate any specific box(es) you have proposed a design for, or check 'No Preference' if you would be willing to adapt your design(s) to fit any assigned location: D I D 4 D D 2 D s � 8 � 10 D 3 �6 � 9 D Any Artist: SwAT> Q.A-�T04\ Co-Artist. if applicable: City:_____ ,Zip: C\. \,\St, g g��AO--! t;t • � E-mail Add ress: Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: ___ ..... ________ ,Date: -------- Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: ___________ ,Date: -------- Supervising Art Professional, if appllcable: ___________________ _ Addre ss: _____________________________ _ Ci ty: ________________ .Stat e: ______ Z.lp: _____ _ Phone: _____________ E-mail Addre ss: ____________ _ Signature of Supervising Art Pr ofessional: ____________ Date: _____ _ Page 6 of6 131 SWATI RASTOGI • From the time I remember, art has always been more than a passion for me, in fact almost a way of life, driving me to a formal education that included my Bachelors of Fine Arts and Masters in History of Arts from India. My art is a combination of Fine Arts and Crafts and I have developed a style which involves my culture, traditions, aesthetics, emotions and intellect. I am also a proficient henna artist who proudly reflects her inspirations from India and has taken it to every medium from hands to canvas to walls to streets. My works are noted for elegance and attention to detail and my soul is highly influenced by folk and tribal arts of India -motifs from these reflect consistently in my art. Being an artist of Indian origin who now lives in Dublin CA, I hope my works will reflect and resonate with the South Asian diaspora living in the city of Dublin and the Tri Valley. Over a period of time, I have observed and been a part of some of the public art opportunities. There is no doubt about Dublin being one of the most livable places and who wouldn't like to have their Art in the city I have been living for over 5 years now. I have been dreaming of painting a mural in Dublin since the time I moved here in 2019. My contributions to the art scene in Jersey City were recognized by one and all and can be evidenced by the fact that I was awarded a citation by the mayor himself. Some of my major works include painting a couple of murals at arguably one of the most prominent Indian chain restaurants in New Jersey, a restaurant in New York city, painting the streets of downtown Jersey City for one of the biggest LGBTQ Pride festivals for two consecutive years, painting four catch basins (in Jersey City) and recently an Electric Utility Box here in Dublin, CA. Besides the above, there are numerous other examples of commissioned art works and murals that I have done. I have been an active participant of the Jersey City Art and Studio Tour for several years and now I am a part of the Tri Valley Art and Studio To ur. If given an opportunity, it would be an honor to be in the Mural artist pool alongside other great artists. My works would provide a different dimension that would reflect the Indian diaspora on a deeper and larger scale and would also resonate with everyone else. As much as I enjoy a gallery art show, I enjoy doing murals or any art at public spaces where I see people engaging with the art piece and that does fulfill me as an artist. The art scene of Dublin is mushrooming and the community is getting bigger. It is my pleasure to be a part of this growing city and contribute my art towards building its vibrant art scene. A few of my Public Art experiences are listed below- 1.Utility Box, Palo Alto and Dublin CA 2. Murals in restaurants, homes and yoga studios, NJ, NY and CA 3.Wine Barrells, Livermore CA 4. Adirondack Chair, Dublin CA 5.'Picture This' Life size picture frames, San Ramon, Dublin and Danville CA 6. Catch basins (storm drains) in Jersey City NJ 7.Pride art for LGBTQ festival, Jersey City NJ 8.Storefront Window art, Danville CA 9. Group show, Oakland CA 10. Group show s TVAST 132 Exhibit B Top Left Right 133 CALL FOR ARTISTS Utility Box Art Project Urban Nature CALL ISSUE DATE: February 17, 2025 CALL DEADLINE: April 14, 2025, 12:00 a.m.(midnight) The City of Dublin invites qualified professional artists and student artists working under the supervision of a professional artist or art teacher to submit designs for painted utility boxes. Utility Box Art is popular throughout the Bay Area as a cost-effective way to bring public art to City streets, define neighborhoods and deter graffiti. All the boxes are traffic signal cabinets owned by the City of Dublin. Boxes will be awarded to up to ten different artists based on design. The City will pay a stipend of $1,000 to each artist or, if the artist is a student or student team, to the supervising professional artist or art teacher. The stipend is intended to cover the cost of the artist design fee as well as the materials that will be necessary to paint the utility box. Artists are responsible for preparing, painting, and sealing the utility boxes. The City will provide the materials to clean, primer, and seal the utility box, while artists are required to provide all necessary painting materials. Artwork created under this program is considered temporary artwork and the property of the City of Dublin. As such, the City retains the right and sole discretion to remove, modify or replace the artwork. Situations in which the City may exercise this right include if the image or utility box is damaged, if the artist fails to complete the painting as shown on the approved design rendering or if the artist fails to complete the painting in a timely fashion. The artist’s name, artwork title, and photo of the artwork will be featured on the City of Dublin website and other promotional materials. Attachment 2 134 Page 2 of 6 DESIGN THEME: • “Urban Nature” is a theme developed for this year’s utility box art project where urban elements come together with elements from nature. Artists are encouraged to be as creative as possible when developing images and designs that capture this theme. • A QR code, approximately 3”x 3” will be placed near the bottom of your artwork so please keep that in mind while designing. • In addition to the themes, proposing artists are encouraged to review the City’s existing utility box art collection and develop proposals that are unique and unlike anything the City already has. To view the current utility box art collection please visit https://dublin.ca.gov/1928/Utility-Box-Art ARTWORK LOCATION: All utility boxes are located at intersections within the City of Dublin. 2025 utility box locations: 1. Fallon Rd. & Fallon Gateway 2. Fallon Rd. & Dublin Blvd. 3. Fallon Gateway & Dublin Blvd. 4. Dublin Blvd. & Brannigan St. 5. Brannigan St. & Central Pkwy 6. Central Pkwy & Grafton St. 7. Gleason Dr. & Creekview Dr. 8. Dublin Blvd. Silvergate Dr. 9. Dublin Blvd. & Schaefer Ranch Rd. 10. Dublin Blvd. & Inspiration Dr. Artists may specify which utility box they are interested in painting, or if they have no preference. However, the City reserves the right to assign utility boxes at its discretion. DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS: • Artwork should align with the design them as stated above. • Artwork should follow the City’s Values, which are part of the adopted Mission and Vision statements. Values include safety, inclusivity, diversity, equality, and history. To view the City’s full Mission and Vision statements please visit www.dublin.ca.gov/72/Mission-Vision. • Artwork must be suitable for all ages and in keeping with community values. • Artwork must be an original design and the artwork of the applicant. 135 Page 3 of 6 • Artwork must be painted in fade-resistant acrylic paint. • Artwork may include the artist’s signature, no larger than 5”x 7.” ART SELECTION PROCESS: Staff will review applications for completeness. The Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission will review designs at its May 8, 2025, meeting and make recommendations to the City Council. The City Council will review recommended designs and select artists at its regular meeting June 3, 2025. These dates are tentative and subject to change. Selected artists will be asked to sign a Public Art Agreement, including standard liability waiver and release. In the case of underage artists, the City will enter into the agreement with the supervising professional artist or art teacher. Underage artists and underage painting assistants will be required to have a parent sign the liability waiver and release. PROCESS: City Staff will coordinate with the artist, other City departments and neighboring businesses or homeowners to select a mutually agreeable three-week painting period between July 1, 2025, and September 30, 2025. Artists are responsible for prepping the utility box, painting the design, and sealing with a clear anti-graffiti coating. The City will provide supplies for the artist to prep and seal the utility boxes. Artists are responsible for purchasing their own painting supplies. Artists are expected to clean and primer the utility box, paint the entire utility box including the side boxes and pipes, and for sealing the utility box when the painting is complete. Artists may not paint over key holes, meters, or numbers. Artists may enlist painting assistants. All painting assistants must sign a liability waiver and release. Underage painting assistants must have a parent sign the liability waiver and release. Student artists must be supervised by a professional artist, who is ultimately responsible for the artwork of the student. Student artists must provide their professional artist’s qualifications with their application. Student artists and their teacher/professional artist will be required to meet with Staff prior to starting the project, to ensure they understand the City’s expectations. 136 Page 4 of 6 Upon completion of the utility box, City Staff will meet with the artist at the site to inspect/approve the artwork and take a publicity photo of the artist with their completed utility box. PROPOSAL SPECIFICATIONS: The proposal must be submitted as a digital file by email. Provide one digital copy (pdf or jpeg). A complete proposal will include the four elements listed below: a. Completed Coversheet: Use form provided at the end of this application. b. Artist Qualifications: One page resume of each artist involved. Student artists should include their own biographies/resumes, no longer than one page, as well as that of the professional artist or art teacher who serves as the team’s supervisor. c. Design Rendering: The provided template must be used for color renderings of your proposed design for the box (Exhibit A), showing all four sides and the top of the utility box. Artists may submit up to three separate designs. However, each proposed design must have its own separate color renderings page. If you wish to be considered for a specific box location or locations, please label the rendering with the utility box number. If you have no preference, label the rendering “Any.” Label each rendering with your name. d. Title & Artist Statement: Provide a brief statement and title (100 words or less) about your proposed artwork. This could include your source of inspiration, the significance of the image(s) or a comment on the style or technique you have proposed. Each proposed design must have its own artist statement. 137 Page 5 of 6 SUBMISSION DEADLINE: All proposals must be received by Shelby Perry, Recreation Coordinator, by Monday, April 14, 2025, 12:00 AM (midnight). It is the responsibility of the applicant to verify the receipt of the electronic proposal by the scheduled deadline. DIRECTIONS FOR SUBMITTAL: Submit one digital copy (pdf) by email to: shelby.perry@dublin.ca.gov subject: “Dublin Utility Box Art Project 2025.” a) Completed Proposal Coversheet b) One page resume c) Color design rendering using the provided utility box template (limit 3 designs) d) Title of the art and Artist Statement describing the design(s) COSTS INCURRED IN RESPONDING TO THE PROPOSAL: The City of Dublin shall not be liable for any costs incurred by the artist(s) in responding to this request for a design proposal. SUBMIT YOUR DIGITAL PROPOSAL PACKET AND COVERSHEET TO: Staff: Shelby Perry, Recreation Coordinator City of Dublin, Parks and Community Services Department Phone: (925) 556-4509 Email: shelby.perry@dublin.ca.gov 138 Page 6 of 6 PROPOSAL COVERSHEET: Dublin 2025 Utility Box Art Project Proposals Not Accepted after Monday, April 14, 2025, 12:00AM (midnight) Please indicate experience level:  Professional Artist(s)  Student Artist(s), under supervision of Art Professional Please indicate any specific box(es) you have proposed a design for, or check ‘No Preference’ if you would be willing to adapt your design(s) to fit any assigned location:  1  4  7  2  5  8  10  3  6  9  Any Artist: Co-Artist, if applicable: Co-Artist, if applicable: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Social: E-mail Address: Website: Signature of Artist: Date: Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: Date: Signature of Co-Artist, if applicable: Date: Supervising Art Professional, if applicable: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: E-mail Address: Signature of Supervising Art Professional: Date: 139 Utility Box Art Template Please use this diagram or similar format of a utility box to show the image you would like to paint on the four sides and top of the box. Keep in mind that the City’s utility boxes vary in dimensions and size and will also have additional cabinets and meters on them. This is a generic diagram to better illustrate how the design will appear on the utility box and will be provided to those reviewing the proposals. Art Title: Top of Box Front Left Side Back Right Side Exhibit A 140