​An opportunity to transform a town centre facade into a vibrant piece of public art comes with a £17,500 commission for the right artist or creative in North Yorkshire. ​The creation of a landmark mural at McBean Apartments on St Nicholas Cliff in Scarborough is being commissioned by North Yorkshire Council (NYC) as part of the town’s Scarborough 400 celebrations. ​“Artists are invited to develop an original design that responds creatively to the Scarborough 400 theme while reflecting Scarborough’s history, character and sense of place,” the authority said. Scarborough 400 Deck Chair At Scarborough Railway Station. ​Further details can be found on the Sprucing up Scarborough section of North Yorkshire Council’s website.