We've teamed up with Chorus once again to bring works of art to a neighbourhood near you. 
The Chorus Cabinet Art initiative provides an opportunity for local artists to paint their communities beautiful by transforming plain Chorus cabinetry into beautiful, bright designs.
Applications are now open and it's a great opportunity for artists to showcase their talents and put their mark on the District.
This year another three cabinets have been selected for beautification, two in Whakatāne, and one in Matatā. The winning design for each cabinet will be chosen from entries received.
To undertake the work, the winning artists are entitled to remuneration of between $400 - $2,100 depending on the size of the cabinet.
Applications close on 31 August 2023. All finished art will be included on the Chorus website and will be considered for the 2023 Chorus Cabinet Art calendar, copies of which are sent around the world.
Check out some awesome Cabinet Art examples >>
Criteria
The most suitable mural projects will be chosen based on the following:
- Sketch/Design
- Meaning behind the artwork
- Artist’s availability and agreement to complete within given timescales
- Originality
- Creativity
- Enhancement/visual improvement that the project would make to beautify the community
Design entries along with a 500-word explanation are required to be submitted.
To apply
- Come up with a concept design either as an individual or as a group.
- Submit your design to Kayla Warren by emailing kayla.warren@whakatane.govt.nz
- If your design is chosen for a cabinet, we will inform you that you are a winner, and we will supply all the art supplies you need so you can get painting!
Further information can be found on Chorus dedicated webpage.