CREATIVE CROSSWALKS
OVERVIEW
The Creative Crosswalks project is a partnership initiative by the Glendale Library, Arts & Culture (Library), Glendale Arts & Culture Commission (ACC) and the Public Works (PW) Department. The project puts murals on crosswalks and intersections throughout various locations in the City of Glendale. The goal of these murals is to incorporate civic art into daily life.
The San Fernando Road Beautification Project Phase I, along with four other agencies, has been awarded the American Public Works Association (APWA) B.E.S.T (Building Excellence Shaping Tomorrow) 2024 Project of the Year Award in the Traffic, Mobility, and Beautification category by the APWA, Southern California Chapter. The Traffic, Mobility, and Beautification category is highly competitive and focuses on projects that address transportation needs and contribute to the aesthetics of our public spaces.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Under this Request for Proposals, the Library, Arts & Culture Department (“Library”) of the City of Glendale (“City”) — on behalf of the City’s Arts & Culture Commission (“ACC”) — are accepting proposals from qualified candidates who are interested in submitting design concepts for the Creative Crosswalk Murals – Request for Proposals.
Artists and/or artist teams are encouraged to submit proposals for three Creative Crosswalk projects. The individual project budgets range from $1,000 - $20,000 ($1,000 per crosswalk leg design) based on the size and scope of the project. The project budget is for producing a design concept rendering only. The City will hire and use a General Contractor to perform the mural installation onto the crosswalk legs. The City of Glendale highly encourages artists and artist teams of all cultural backgrounds and experiences to apply for this opportunity with the goal of celebrating the diversity and demographics of the Glendale community.
The theme for this Creative Crosswalks Request for Proposals is Glendale Sister Cities. The mission of the Glendale Sister Cities Program (managed by the Office of the City Manager) is to foster international understanding, promote cultural exchange, encourage educational collaboration, and build economic development partnership between Glendale and its designated sister cities. The City of Glendale currently has 11 sister cities and 4 friendship cities. The Arts & Culture Commission invites artists and artist teams to submit designs that celebrate the Glendale Sister Cities through proposals that honor the traditions, culture, landscape, cuisine and artistry of each city. All artistic genres are encouraged. Local and international artists and artist teams are encouraged to apply for this opportunity.
La fecha límite para presentar la solicitud es el 16 de octubre de 2026 a las 5:00 p. m. (hora del Pacífico). Para acceder a esta información en coreano, por favor comuníquese con Jennifer Fukutomi-Jones en ArtsandCulture@GlendaleCA.gov.
Ang huling araw ng pagpapasa ng aplikasyon ay sa Oktubre 16, 2026, ganap na ika-5:00 ng hapon (PST). Upang makuha ang impormasyong ito sa wikang Tagalog, mangyaring makipag-ugnayan kay Jennifer Fukutomi-Jones sa ArtsandCulture@GlendaleCA.gov.
지원 마감일은 2026년 10월 16일 오후 5시(PST)입니다. 한국어로 관련 정보를 확인하시려면 Jennifer Fukutomi-Jones(ArtsandCulture@GlendaleCA.gov)에게 문의해 주십시오.
応募の締め切りは、2026年10月16日午後5時（太平洋標準時）です。日本語での情報をご希望の方は、Jennifer Fukutomi-Jones（ArtsandCulture@GlendaleCA.gov）までご連絡ください。
APPLICATION REVIEW VIDEO
Artists and/or Artist Teams are encouraged to watch the below Application Review Video. The video goes over a description of the Creative Crosswalks program, the projects listed in the Request for Proposals, the design proposal requirements, criteria, timeline, application questions, and more important information needed to submit a successful proposal for consideration.
Cherish Those Times
La Crescenta Ave. and Piedmont Ave.
Artist: Jason Chang, 11:11 PROJECTS
Project: La Crescenta Avenue Rehabilitation Project
Installed August 2026
The colors used in Jason Chang's designs all have a special meaning and place in our lives. Yellow represents activity and interaction, which also stimulates life and movement. Blue represents trust and unity, and is a symbol for tranquility. Purple signifies wisdom, spirituality and diversity. Orange represents fun, creativity and energy. Green signifies growth and nature, while also relating to wealth. These colors together create a cheerful atmosphere and allow people to feel proud of their neighborhood.
11:11 PROJECTS is a woman-led arts and culture non-profit organization that partners with artists and the community to develop and execute integrated and accessible public art, arts-related programming, and community engagement through the arts.
Flowers
La Crescenta Ave. and Shirlyjean St.
Artist: Jade Bell, 11:11 PROJECTS
Project: La Crescenta Avenue Rehabilitation Project
Installed August 2026
Jade Bell is a Black illustrator and tattoo artist from Los Angeles, CA. Her biggest inspirations are a mixture of retro and Afro-futuristic when creating her work. Her design has been heavily influenced by the classic 70’s aesthetic, incorporating movement, flowers, and the energy of retro afro-futurism.
11:11 PROJECTS is a woman-led arts and culture non-profit organization that partners with artists and the community to develop and execute integrated and accessible public art, arts-related programming, and community engagement through the arts.
Shine on Us
La Crescenta Ave. and Oakmont View Dr.
Artist: Jason Chang, 11:11 PROJECTS
Project: La Crescenta Avenue Rehabilitation Project
Installed August 2026
The concept of Jason Chang's designs is to depict the universe and the many shapes and colors within it, as the universe is geometry. The most prevalent shape is the circle, as it represents unity and the sun. The sun is also a universal symbol in many cultures around the globe. It is what gives life on this planet, as we are all one under the sun. The design represents togetherness.
11:11 PROJECTS is a woman-led arts and culture non-profit organization that partners with artists and the community to develop and execute integrated and accessible public art, arts-related programming, and community engagement through the arts.
Vision Pop
La Crescenta Ave. and Roselawn Ave.
Artist: Jason Chang, 11:11 PROJECTS
Project: La Crescenta Avenue Rehabilitation Project
Installed August 2026
RFX1 was born in Glendale and raised in the San Fernando Valley by a Korean immigrant family that always encouraged his creativity. He explores abstraction and simplification of traditional signs, forms, and symbols to create a universal language, which he calls "Vision Pop” (Visionary Pop Art).
11:11 PROJECTS is a woman-led arts and culture non-profit organization that partners with artists and the community to develop and execute integrated and accessible public art, arts-related programming, and community engagement through the arts.
Blooming
San Fernando Rd. and Highland Ave.
Artist: Naira Tangamyan
Project: San Fernando Road Beautification Project
Installed October 2024
Blooming is inspired by native California flowers, the Phacelia and the Lewisia.
FOLLOW THE GOLDEN POPPY ROAD!
San Fernando Rd. and California Ave.
Artist: Margarita Simonian
Project: San Fernando Road Beautification Project
Installed October 2024
FOLLOW THE GOLDEN POPPY ROAD! celebrates the vibrant hues of the state flower, the California Golden Poppy, and the fields that bloom every spring. A sea of golden blooms on this intersection evokes a sense of awe and wonder, transforming the landscape into a breathtaking display of color and dance. The crosswalk is an uplifting path bringing color to your spirit and a hop to your feet as you walk across, almost like the famous yellow brick road.
Desert Heatwave
San Fernando Rd. and Wilson St.
Artist: Chinanart "Sophia" Sukitjavanich
Project: San Fernando Road Beautification Project
Installed October 2024
Desert Heatwave is inspired by cacti, cacti flowers, and the bright desert sun that can be found in the Southern California region. The design is reminiscent of tilework.
The Magic Orange Tree
San Fernando Rd. and Harvard St.
Artist: Tracey LaGuerre
Project: San Fernando Road Beautification Project
Installed October 2024
The Magic Orange Tree is a nod to the San Fernando Valley's agricultural past and intersects with cultural folklore personal to Tracey LaGuerre as a Haitian American artist. "The Magic Orange" is a Caribbean folktale about empowerment through agricultural commerce. The design depicts a close up of an orange tree filled with ripe fruit, sparkling in the morning dew and pattern of earth tone orange blossoms in the background.
Everlasting Connections and Eternal Blooms
San Fernando Rd. and Colorado St.
Artist: River Garza
Project: San Fernando Road Beautification Project
Installed October 2024
Everlasting Connections and Eternal Blooms is inspired by Armenian, Artsakh, and Native American weaving traditions. The design concept highlights these artistic traditions and cross cultural solidarity. The interwoven flowers and butterflies symbolize hope and new beginnings.
Where we meet
Adams St. and Palmer Ave.
Artist: Keith Knueven
Project: Adams Street Traffic Calming Measures
Installed August 2024
Adams Hill and Adams Square in Glendale is a special community inhabited by people of many cultures. Celebrating our differences and finding commonalities is key to understanding who we are as friends and neighbors. Where we meet is graphic and simple, yet communicative of this idea. The color palette is fun and lively, yet smart and sophisticated. It strengthens our sense of place. The kinetic expression has a sense of rhythm and movement, indicating a designated and safe passageway to the park.
Jewel City Rug
Broadway and Galleria Way
Artist: Arpine Shakhbandaryan
Project: Broadway Rehabilitation Project
Installed July 2023
Jewel City Rug is designed in the style of a traditional Armenian rug with patterns inspired by the City of Glendale. Peacock feathers are transformed into a geometric triangle border on the edges of the rug. The central walkway design includes the City of Glendale hibiscus and jacaranda tree flowers.
Chemical Stain
Broadway and Columbus Ave.
Artist: APLAB
Project: Broadway Rehabilitation Project
Installed July 2023
Chemical Stain is inspired by the bonding of chemicals and elements seen throughout our natural world. In science these bonds are utilized to create understandable depictions of the beautiful structures that life provide us.
