Artists assemble! New South Shields coastline mural needs your designs - and here's how to apply
Pros and amateurs alike are being asked to submit their artistic designs for a new South Shields mural.
A new arts competition will see a winning design adorn the South Shields Amphitheatre.
The community project offers residents the chance to see their work become the backdrop for a series of summer events on the coastline.
Organisers of the competition are asking artists to consider work which reflects the coastline in addition to the community spirit of the region in addition to South Tyneside’s love of entertainment.
No experience of art is needed and residents of all ages are able to apply.
Participants have until Sunday, April 12 to submit their design through the South Tyneside Council website.
The winning design will be unveiled at an event in June while the artist’s name commemorative plaque at the amphitheatre.
Runners up may have their designs included within additional stage panels at events through the summer.