Arts Commission Regular Meeting

MINUTES ARTS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2026, 6:00 PM CITY HALL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 401 S VENTURA ST, OJAI, CA CALL TO ORDER Chair West called the meeting to order at 6pm. ROLL CALL Present: Chair West, Vice-Chair Steiner, Commissioners Grau, Wright, Tabach-Bank, Wagner, Council Member Lang and Staff Liaison Mara PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chair West led the Pledge of Allegiance APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Chair West Moved to Approve the Agenda The motion carried unanimously PRESENTATION PUBLIC COMMENTS: The new CEO of Chamber of Commerce, Carla Furrante, spoke on behalf of Chamber of Commerce about its creative economy workshop and new emphasis on the creative economy. 1) In consultation with Chair West, Chamber of Commerce has asked the City Council for an agenda item on March 31 meeting to make a proclamation that April be recognized as the arts, culture and creativity month. 2) Moving ahead with recommendation that also came forward in the creative economy workshop to create a “Made In Ojai” Distinction. 3) CC is going to visibly cement that at Ojai Day. Chamber is going to take control of part of the CONSENT CALENDAR 1 Minutes - Arts Commission Regular Meeting - Feb 19 2026 MOTION: It was moved by Vice Chair Steiner with a second by Chair West to approve the minutes of Feb 19, 2026 Arts Commission Meeting with corrctions discussed. The motion carried unanimously Page 1 of 3

DISCUSSION ITEMS 2 Ojai Day Art Poster Contest RECOMMENDATION: The Arts Commission wishes to recommend that the City Council authorize the Arts Commission to participate in and support the Ojai Day 2026 Poster Contest, including assisting with outreach, jury review, and promotion of the selected artwork. MOTION: It was moved by Chair West with a secong by Commissioner Grau to discuss the Ojai Day Art Poster Contest furhter with the Parks and Recreation Commission, City Council and Staff before making a decision to move forward. Motion carried unanimously 3 Pixies General Store – Mural Application RECOMMENDATION: The Arts Commission is asked to review the Mural Jury’s recommendation for the proposed mural located between Pixies General Store and Forage Ojai at 203 N. Signal Street and determine whether to approve or deny the mural application with the conditions recommended by the Mural Jury. MOTION: It was moved by Vice Chair Steiner with a second by Chair West to approve the Mural Jury’s recommendation with conditions listed below and to approve the mural application made by Pixies General Store. Conditions of Approval: 1. Do not add business names to the mural persuant to OMC § 4-16.303 2. Background will remain the same color as it is currently and will not be painted white as is shown in the application images 3. Use of the approved paint pursuant to OMC §4-16.305(d) and be coated with a City approved anti-graffiti application. 4. The downspout will be considered the right side boundery of the mural to separate the mural from the rest of the building as well as the existing buisness name on the window. 5. The Mural Artists may sign and date the mural at their discretion with the suggested placement being the bottom right corner of the mural. Motion Carried Unanimously. COMMISSIONER REPORTS Commissioner Steiner - Public Art Commissioner Grau - Arts Education, Mentor Program Commissioner Wright - Grants Page 2 of 3

Chair West - Technology, Strategic Planning FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Discuss and recommend future agenda items: Public works crew member learn how to maintain public art. Budget planning Public art budget discussion Eligibility of grant applicants, two or three consecutive years or none at all STAFF LIAISON REPORT Bridget Mara is working on getting clarification on the amount of money in public art funds. City received two emails of interest from facilitators for the AC 5-year strategic planning meetings. CITY COUNCIL LIAISON REPORT Council Member Lang- recommended to Arts Commision to watch City Council meeting with Green Coalition’s plans to develop the 8-acres of City Hall property in regard to the involvement of the arts with their plans. Still on top of meetings with the state of California for the Arts and will give update net time. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT Chair West adjourned the meeting at 7:25pm until the next regular meeting of the Arts Commission on Thursday, April 16, 2026. PREPARED BY: Corrina Wright, Secretary; Ojai Arts Commission on April 13, 2026. Page 3 of 3

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AGENDA

ARTS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2026, 6:00 PM

CITY HALL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 401 S VENTURA ST, OJAI, CA

VIEWING & ACCESS

Public participation is encouraged! The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the "hand-raise" function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings , on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity , and on Spectrum Channel 10. See "Public Comment Options" below for further instruction.

ZOOM LINK - March 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

PRESENTATION

PUBLIC COMMENTS

The Arts Commission will receive comments from the public on items within the Commission's jurisdiction which are not on the agenda. The Commission cannot discuss or take action on items raised during public comments but, if appropriate, can schedule the item on a future agenda for discussion and action. Please begin by stating your name and address and limit your comments to three minutes.

CONSENT CALENDAR

All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion without prior discussion unless, prior to the motion to approve, specific items are removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion.

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Minutes - Arts Commission Regular Meeting - Feb 19 2026

Minutes - Arts Commission Regular Meeting - Feb 19 2026

DISCUSSION ITEMS

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Ojai Day Art Poster Contest

RECOMMENDATION:

RECOMMENDATION

The Arts Commission wishes to recommend that the City Council authorize the Arts Commission to participate in and support the Ojai Day 2026 Poster Contest, including assisting with outreach, jury review, and promotion of the selected artwork.

Administrative Report - Ojai Day Poster Contest

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Pixies General Store - Mural Application

RECOMMENDATION:

The Arts Commission is asked to review the Mural Jury's recommendation for the proposed mural located between Pixies General Store and Forage Ojai at 203 N. Signal Street and determine whether to approve or deny the mural application with the conditions recommended by the Mural Jury.

Administrative Report - Pixies General Store Mural Jury Findings.docx

Attachment A - Minutes - Mural Jury - Pixies General Store

Attachment B - Mural Application

Attachment C - City of Ojai OMC 4-16.03 Murals

COMMISSIONER REPORTS

Commissioner Steiner - Public Art

Commissioner Grau - Arts Education, Mentor Program

Commissioner Wright - Grants

Commissioner Leeds - Communication, City Collection

AGENDA ARTS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2026, 6:00 PM CITY HALL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 401 S VENTURA ST, OJAI, CA VIEWING & ACCESS Public participation is encouraged! The meetings are conducted in a hybrid model, providing both in-person attendance and virtual public comment via the Zoom link below. Virtual attendance via Zoom is the only way to remotely provide public comment. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the “hand- raise” function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. The meeting is also livestreamed on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings, on YouTube at youtube.com/@ojaicity, and on Spectrum Channel 10. See “Public Comment Options” below for further instruction. ZOOM LINK - March 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA PRESENTATION PUBLIC COMMENTS The Arts Commission will receive comments from the public on items within the Commission's jurisdiction which are not on the agenda. The Commission cannot discuss or take action on items raised during public comments but, if appropriate, can schedule the item on a future agenda for discussion and action. Please begin by stating your name and address and limit your comments to three minutes. CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion without prior discussion unless, prior to the motion to approve, specific items are Thursday, March 19, 2026 Arts Commission Agenda 1

1 Minutes - Arts Commission Regular Meeting - Feb 19 2026 2 Ojai Day Art Poster Contest 3 Pixies General Store – Mural Application removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion. Minutes - Arts Commission Regular Meeting - Feb 19 2026 DISCUSSION ITEMS RECOMMENDATION: RECOMMENDATION The Arts Commission wishes to recommend that the City Council authorize the Arts Commission to participate in and support the Ojai Day 2026 Poster Contest, including assisting with outreach, jury review, and promotion of the selected artwork. Administrative Report - Ojai Day Poster Contest RECOMMENDATION: The Arts Commission is asked to review the Mural Jury’s recommendation for the proposed mural located between Pixies General Store and Forage Ojai at 203 N. Signal Street and determine whether to approve or deny the mural application with the conditions recommended by the Mural Jury. Administrative Report - Pixies General Store Mural Jury Findings.docx Attachment A - Minutes - Mural Jury - Pixies General Store Attachment B - Mural Application Attachment C - City of Ojai OMC 4-16.03 Murals COMMISSIONER REPORTS Commissioner Steiner - Public Art Commissioner Grau - Arts Education, Mentor Program Commissioner Wright - Grants Commissioner Leeds - Communication, City Collection Chair West - Technology, Strategic Planning FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Recommendation: Discuss and recommend future agenda items. STAFF LIAISON REPORT CITY COUNCIL LIAISON REPORT - Council Member Lang COMMISSIONER COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeting of the Arts Commission is Thursday, April 17. 2026. Posted Monday March 16, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Bridget Mara, Admin Analyst I/Staff Liaison bridget.mara@ojai.ca.gov WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS Written public comments will be published here for public access. Please see PUBLIC COMMENT OPTIONS below for detailed instructions on how to submit. Thursday, March 19, 2026 Arts Commission Agenda 2

ACCOMMODATIONS In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please call (805) 646-5581. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. If you feel that a language interpreter is necessary for you to participate in this meeting, notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements for an interpreter to assure your participation/understanding of this meeting. Si considera que un intérprete de idiomas es necesario para participar en esta reunión, la notificación 48 horas antes de la reunión le permitirá a la Ciudad hacer arreglos razonables para que un intérprete asegure su participación/comprensión de esta reunión del Concejo Municipal. Para Español por favor llame al (805) 646-5581 ext. 100 o por correo electronico a cityclerk@ojai.ca.gov. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Agenda reports and other disclosable public records related to agenda items are available on the City's website at ojai.ca.gov/525/2968/Public-Meetings and at City Hall located at 401 S. Ventura Street, Ojai, California, during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PUBLIC COMMENT OPTIONS Written Comments: In order for staff to provide written public comments timely to the legislative body, written/emailed public comments must be submitted no later than 3:00 p.m. on the day before the meeting. You may always submit written comments to the City via mail, in person at City Hall, or via email to the email address listed above (under Adjournment). If your written comment is received by 3:00 p.m. on the day before the meeting date, your comments will be distributed to the legislative body and recorded on the City website. Written comments received after 3:00 p.m. may not be distributed or recorded on the City website until after the meeting. Verbal Comments: Verbal Comments will be received on any item on the agenda at the time the agenda item is heard. Comments may be made in person at the meeting or through Zoom, via the link at the top of the Agenda. Pre-registration is not required for public comment via Zoom. Instead, Zoom participants will utilize the hand-raise function to indicate their desire to speak on an item. IMPORTANT NOTES: All materials related to an item on this agenda, including written public comments, will be available for public inspection in the City Clerk's Office at City Hall, and following the meeting, will be accessible on the City of Ojai's website at ojai.ca.gov. Thursday, March 19, 2026 Arts Commission Agenda 3

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MINUTES ARTS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2026, 6:00 PM CITY HALL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL CAMPUS - 401 S VENTURA ST, OJAI, CA CALL TO ORDER Chair West called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm ROLL CALL PRESENT: Chair West, Vice Chair Steiner and Commissioners Grau, and Wright. Chair West welcomed new commissioner Bradly Tabach-Bank. Also present was City Attorney Lisa Torossian, Council Member Rachel Lang and Staff Liaison Bridget Mara PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chair West APPROVAL OF AGENDA Motion: Chair West made motion, with second by Steiner to pull and move the discussion item, Presentation of the Updated Public Art Fund Report” to a future agenda because report was not ready for commission to review. Motion carried unanimously PUBLIC COMMENTS: Chair West moved public comment to before the City Attorney presentation. Bernadette DiPietro made a public comment to thank the City for the grant awarded to Ojai Studio Artist, of which she is a member. DiPietro also gave the City a work of her own art. PRESENTATION 5

Boards, Committees, and Commissions Training (6:46-41:49) City Attorney Lisa Torossian, senior associate of Aleshire & Wynder, LLP, provided training specific to Arts Commission and overview of key Brown Act requirements. CONSENT CALENDAR Minutes of the Arts Commission - Special Meeting December 16, 2025 and Regular Meeting January 15, 2026 MOTION: Chair West moved with a second by Commissioner Grau to approve the Consent Calendar Motioned carried unanimously DISCUSSION ITEMS: PULLED Presentation of the Updated Public Art Fund Report RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file the updated Public Art Fund Report Chair West pulled the Discussion Item during the Approval of the Agenda to a future agenda or not at all. COMMISSIONER REPORTS Commissioner Steiner - Public Art Commissioner Grau - Arts Education, Mentor Program Commissioner Wright - Grants Commissioner Leeds - Communication, City Collection Chair West - Technology, Strategic Planning FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Commissioner Taback-Bank asked for future discussion of AC involvement of the Libby Bowl programming. Vice Chair Wright asked for discussion on how AC can oversee Ojai Day Poster competition. Commissioner Grau asked for discussion of Ojai Ave banners in Conjunction with Ojai Day and Ojai Studio visits. 6

STAFF LIAISON REPORT  All AC will have a city email address for communication, training is coming  Following up on all checks issued for grants to confirm receipt.  Mural jury – City wants the mural jury to meet in Chamber. CITY COUNCIL LIAISON REPORT – Council Member Lang Lang invited AC to March 4, 2026 breakfast with the Chamber. Reported on meetings in Sacramento with CA for the Arts. Looking forward to collaborating with them and the county. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT: Chair West adjourned the meeting at 7:45PM until the next regular meeting of the Arts Commission on Thursday, March 19,2026. PREPARED BY: Corrina Wright, Secretary; Ojai Arts Commission on March 13, 2026 7

Page 1 of 1 Administrative Report TO: Honorable Arts Commission FROM: Smitty West, Chair Ojai Arts Commission MEETING DATE: March 19, 2026 SUBJECT: Ojai Day Art Poster Contest RECOMMENDATION To recommend that the City Council authorize the Arts Commission to participate in and support the Ojai Day 2026 Poster Contest, including assisting with outreach, jury review, and promotion of the selected artwork. DISCUSSION The Arts Commission wishes to participate in the Ojai Day Poster Contest in order to: • Contribute artistic expertise to the review and selection process. • Support broader outreach to local artists, youth, and community groups. • Promote the contest through Commission networks and public communications. • Strengthen the City’s commitment to celebrating local creativity as part of Ojai Day. The Commission’s involvement would be advisory and promotional in nature and would not alter the Parks and Recreation Department’s operational responsibility for the contest. CITY COUNCIL GOALS ALIGNMENT Goal No. 3 - Arts, Culture and Recreation Funding OPTIONS 1. Take no action. 2. Provide alternate direction to staff. FISCAL IMPACT No fiscal impact Prepared by: Bridget Mara, Staff Liaison 8

Page 1 of 2 Administrative Report TO: Arts Commission FROM: Christine Steiner, Vice Chair Arts Commission; Chair Public Art Committee MEETING DATE: March 19, 2026 SUBJECT: Pixies General Store – Mural Application RECOMMENDATION Review the Mural Jury’s recommendation for the proposed mural located between Pixies General Store and Forage Ojai at 203 N. Signal Street and determine whether to approve or deny the mural application with the conditions recommended by the Mural Jury. BACKGROUND On March 10, 2026, the Arts Commission-appointed Mural Jury convened to review the mural application submitted by Applicant Whitney Hartman, with artwork by muralist Stefanie Bales. The Jury was composed of seven (7) members, one representative from the Arts Commission, one representative from the Planning Commission, two arts professionals, an artist, a community member and a representative of the applicant as required by Ojai Municipal Code 4-16.304. During the review, the Jury confirmed that the application was complete with one exception related to Ojai Municipal Code § 4‑16.303(c), which limits murals from advertising a business or having a business relationship. The applicant agreed to amend the application to remove business names from the artwork. The artwork presented in Attachment A was confirmed as the final design. The Mural Jury conducted its review on site at 203 N. Signal Street and received a presentation from the applicant. The Mural Jury considered Artistic Qualifications, Aesthetic Considerations, Architecture, Paint, the Wall, Historic Nature, Appropriateness, Copyright considerations and the Limitations found in OMC §4-16.303 and in turn thoroughly discussed the criteria. DISCUSSION The Arts Commission’s role is to review the Mural Jury’s findings and determine whether the application should be approved or denied. The Jury’s recommendation reflects a thorough review of the artwork, site conditions, and Municipal Code requirements. The applicant has agreed to all conditions. Upon motion made and seconded, the Mural Jury unanimously approved the application 9

Page 2 of 2 with the noted conditions: 1. Do not add business names to the mural pursuant to OMC § 4-16.303 2. Background will remain the same color as it is currently and will not be painted white as is shown in the application images 3. Use of the approved paint pursuant to OMC§4-16.305(d) and be coated with a City approved anti-graffiti application. 4. The downspout will be considered the right-side boundary of the mural to separate the mural from the rest of the building as well as the existing business name on the window. 5. The Mural Artists may sign and date the mural at their discretion with the suggested placement being the bottom right corner of the mural. Approval by the Arts Commission would allow the project to move forward to installation in accordance with the City’s mural ordinance. CITY COUNCIL GOALS ALIGNMENT Goal No. 3 - Arts, Culture and Recreation Funding OPTIONS 1. Take no action. 2. Provide alternate direction to staff. FISCAL IMPACT None. All costs associated with the mural are the responsibility of the applicant. Prepared by: Bridget Mara, Staff Liaison ATTACHMENT(S) A. Mural Jury Minutes B. Mural Application C. OMC Title 4 Chapter 16 Article 3 - Murals 10

MINUTES OJAI MURAL JURY – PIXIES GENERAL STORE TUESDAY MARCH 10, 2026 – 10:00 am APPLICANT, WHITNEY HARTMAN of 203 N SIGNAL ST, OJAI CA 1. ROLL CALL On the call of roll, those present were Arts Commission Chair West, Planning Commission Vice Chair Cheseley, Arts Professionals Barbara Hirsch and Christine Steiner, Artist Christopher Noxon, Community Member Michael Graves and Applicant Whitney Hartman Also present were Elizabeth Cohen, Owner of Forage Ojai and Bridget Mara, Admin Analyst I/Arts Commission Staff Liaison 2. INTRODUCTIONS AND OVERVIEW OF PROCESS Vice Chair Steiner gave the introductions of each Mural Jury Member and the Overview of the Mural Jury Process. Vice Chair Steiner explained to Applicant Hartman that the application is satisfactory to proceed with the exception of Ojai Municipal Code 4-16.303(c) which limits the Mural from advertising a business or having a business relationship. Vice Chair Steiner asked Applicant Hartman if she would be willing to Amend the application to remove the business names. Applicant Hartman agreed and stated that the artwork included in Attachment A – Application is the artwork being presented and all other images with the business names were sent as a sample and not the final artwork being presented as final. 3. PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments 4. SELECTION OF A MURAL JURY FOREPERSON Arts Professional Barbara Hirsch was selected as Mural Jury Foreperson Motion carried unanimously 5. PRESENTATION OF MURAL PROPOSAL FOR 203 N Signal St, Ojai CA Applicant Hartman presented the Mural Proposal for the wall between Pixies General Store and Forage Ojai. Background was given on the Mural Artist Stefanie Bales and her ties to Ojai. 6. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS The Mural Jury Foreperson Hirsch called for discussion of the criteria defined in Ojai Municipal Code 4-16.305, specifically Artistic Qualifications, Aesthetic Considerations, Architecture, 11

Paint, the Wall, Historic Nature, Appropriateness, Copyright considerations and the Limitations found in OMC §4-16.303. the Mural Jury discussed each criterion in turn. 7. MURAL JURY RECOMMENDATION FOR THE ARTS COMMISSION CONSIDERATION MOTION: It was moved by Planning Commission Vice Chair Chesley, seconded by Artists Noxon to recommend the approval of the Mural Application with the below conditions: 1. Do not add business names to the mural pursuant to OMC § 4-16.303; 2. Background will remain the same color as it is currently and will not be painted white as is shown in the application images; 3. Use of the approved paint pursuant to OMC§4-16.305(d) and be coated with a City approved anti-graffiti application; 4. The downspout will be considered the right-side boundary of the mural to separate the mural from the rest of the building and the existing business name on the window; 5. The selected artists may sign and date the mural at their discretion, with the suggested placement at the bottom right corner of the mural. The motion carried unanimously. 8. MURAL JURY MEMBER COMMENTS The jurors noted that the mural was attractive and would make a positive contribution to the setting. 9. ADJOURNMENT The Mural Jury was adjourned at 10:40 am 12

City of Ojai Arts Commission MURAL APPLICATION for PRIVATE COMMERCIAL PROPERTY Murals (large-scale artworks, paintings or mosaics) visible from public spaces of private, commercial buildings must complete the following application and submit it along with required attachments to the City of Ojai’s liaison to the Arts Commission. The mural proposal will be reviewed at a Public Meeting by a seven member Public Art Jury appointed by the Arts Commission. A representative of the commercial property will be a member of the jury. The Public Art Jury will recommend the proposal to the Arts Commission for approval. LOCATION OF THE COMMERCIAL PROPERTY (address): Property Owner Information: Name: Whitney Hartmann/Pixies General Store Renter / Steve Springer Building Owner Address: 203 N. Signal St. Cell phone: Home phone: 805-798-2254 - Whitney Hartmann E-Mail: ojaiwhit@gmail.com Art Consultant Information (if applicable): Name: Address: Cell phone: Home phone: E-Mail: Mural Artist Information: Name: Stefanie Bales / Stefanie Bales Fine Art Address: 2402 Worden St, San Diego, CA 92110 Cell phone: Home phone: 610-213-8215 E-Mail: hello@stefaniebales.comAttachment A Page 1 of 16 13

ATTACH THE FOLLOWING: 1. The proposed artist’s curriculum vitae or resume. and samples of the artist’s prior mural work or other relevant work. Attached 2. A narrative explaining in detail how the proposal presents an innovative and unique artistic vision, including technique, composition of visual art elements, use of line, color, form, texture, materials, and suitability as well as how the proposal complements the architectural design of the building. Artistic Vision for Floral Mural Installation Innovative Approach The mural will create a painted botanical tapestry that visually merges Forage Ojai’s floral artistry with Pixies General Store’s nostalgic character. Using Ojai’s native and cultivated flora as subject matter, the artist will paint a permanent celebration of the region’s agricultural beauty directly onto the wall. Technique & Composition • Trompe-l’oeil realism mixed with illustrative elements—flowers appear to grow organically from the wall surface • Asymmetrical composition that flows across the wall like a natural garden, avoiding rigid symmetry • Layered depth: Foreground blooms overlap background elements, creating dimensional illusion on flat surface Line, Color & Form • Line work: Delicate stems and vines create movement, guiding viewers’ eyes through the composition with graceful curves and organic gestures • Color palette: Sunset-inspired warmth—coral pinks, peachy oranges, golden yellows, warm terracotta, sage greens, creamy whites—capturing Ojai’s famous “pink moment” golden hour • Forms: Recognizable local botanicals—citrus blossoms, poppies, roses, eucalyptus—rendered with botanical accuracy yet artistic interpretation Texture & Materials • Painted texture: Visible brushwork adds tactile quality, distinguishing petals from leaves, rough bark from smooth stems • High-quality exterior/interior paints ensuring longevity and vibrancy • Possible incorporation of subtle metallics or glazes for dimensional highlights catching natural light Architectural IntegrationAttachment A Page 2 of 16 14

The mural enhances the building by: • Scaling to wall proportions without overwhelming the space or storefront • Complementing existing materials—warm sunset tones harmonize with building’s facade, window frames, signage • Creating an Instagram-worthy landmark that draws foot traffic while maintaining artistic integrity • Celebrating both businesses’ identity in a permanent, weather-resistant art piece that beautifies the streetscape Page 1 of 2 City of Ojai Arts Commission MURAL APPLICATION for PRIVATE COMMERCIAL PROPERTY 3. A full-color, to scale rendering of the proposed mural. 4. Site photographs. 5. A specific list of all proposed materials. Premium, eco-friendly exterior house paint. That's really it other than drop cloths, a ladde