RFP – The Living Framework – Coquille Indian Tribe

Request for Proposals (RFP)
VISUAL REPRESENTATION OF “THE LIVING FRAMEWORK”

Issued by: Coquille Indian Tribe
Contact: Candace Grabinger, Creative Content Manager
Email: candacegrabinger@coquilletribe.org
Phone: (541) 982-3376 x1225

Project Overview

The Coquille Indian Tribe invites proposals from Tribal artists to create two
interconnected deliverables that visually interpret the Living Framework—a strategic
structure rooted in Coquille values and vision.

Deliverables:

A traditional art piece suitable for display in Tribal meeting spaces
A digital logo derived from the artwork, adaptable for use in campaigns,
presentations, and communications

This project is intended to honor the depth of our cultural teachings while offering a
visual anchor for ongoing Tribal initiatives.

Artistic Direction

We are seeking a painterly, traditional medium look—such as acrylic, watercolor, ink, or
mixed media—rather than vectorized line art. The final piece should feel rooted,
textured, and reflective of Indigenous visual storytelling.

Artists are encouraged to interpret the Living Framework through their own creative
lens, using Coquille symbolism and narrative depth. The provided inspiration materials
are references—not templates. Originality, cultural resonance, and emotional clarity
are key.

Design Concept

The primary image should center around the Ko-Kwel Plankhouse, symbolizing cultural
foundation and community. Surrounding elements include:

Rivers labeled Economic Well-being and Communications
Trees representing Strategic Pillars (e.g., Sovereignty, Housing, Education)
Mountains/Sky holding Ko-Kwel Aspirations
Ko-Kwel Teachings integrated as stars, sunbeams, or smoke
Basketry/Rope motifs symbolizing interconnectedness
Color palette includes earth tones and traditional Coquille colors:

#f2c148 yellow
#718cc3 blue
#d85a24 salmon
#d7d0be beige
#51652a green
#7b1104 burgundy
#161819 charcoal

Logo Concept: Coquille Tribal Canoe Toward the Sun

The logo should depict a Coquille Tribal canoe with members rowing together toward
the sun, symbolizing unity, shared purpose, and movement toward the life and
teachings of the Tribe.

Logo Design Elements:

Coquille Tribal canoe with Tribal members rowing in unison
Sun on the horizon representing life and teachings
Flowing water connecting to the rivers in the main illustration
Traditional Coquille artistic style and color palette

Logo Requirements:

Scalable for print and digital use
Color and black/white versions
Provided in vector (.AI, .EPS) and high-resolution raster (.PNG, .JPG) formats
Circle orientation preferred, square format acceptable

Cultural Stewardship

The selected artist will collaborate with the Creative Content Manager and/or Culture
Director to ensure:

Symbolic accuracy
Cultural integrity
Alignment with Coquille values and teachings
If textual elements (e.g., Ko-Kwel Teachings) are incorporated into the artwork, final
copy will be provided collaboratively.

Scene & Composition Guidance

• The plankhouse is the central visual element
• Surrounding elements may include river, trees, mountains, and sky
• Artists may choose a daytime, nighttime, or transitional setting
• If fire or smoke is included, please indicate its source and placement (inside the
plankhouse or external)

Reference photos are available upon request.

Proposal Requirements

Please submit your proposal via the provided submission form, which includes the
following required fields:

Artist name and contact information
Portfolio link or file upload (3–5 finished works)
Brief narrative describing your artistic style and how it aligns with Indigenous
storytelling
Initial concept sketch or written idea for this project