APPLY VIA LINK -- https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=15306 -- Project: Germantown's Traveling City Mural The city of Germantown invites artists to submit qualifications to the Germantown Public Art Program for consideration to create an original artwork for the Traveling City Mural project. Up to three Artists will be selected to propose a mural design. One Artist or Team will be chosen to create the mural. Background The Germantown Public Art Commission seeks to commission one mural that will serve as a movable landmark that celebrates the city’s history, charm, and community spirit while enhancing its identity and fostering local pride. This vibrant artwork will serve as a dynamic symbol of Germantown’s creativity, culture, and hospitality at key destinations and events. The completed mural will measure 86” x 240” and will be composed of (5) five painted 4’x8’ MDO plywood panels. These panels will be temporarily installed on key city buildings and at community events. Plywood panels will be supplied to the selected artist or team. Scope of Work One artist or team will be selected from a pool of applicants to design and create a mural inspired by the provided design guidelines, which include required text and historical and cultural references specific to the City of Germantown. The selected Artist/Team will be responsible for delivering the completed panels, providing the necessary paint materials, and safely storing the artwork during production. The Artist/Team will also be responsible for applying a UV sealant and anti-graffiti coating to the mural panels. The City of Germantown will install the mural panels upon delivery. Budget: Up to three finalists will be selected to develop design concepts for this project. Finalists will be paid a $1,000 fee for producing an original mural design by the established deadline. The selected Artist or Team will be paid $12,000 for artist fees, final artwork design, materials, and the delivery of completed panels. Timeline: Release Call to Artists: 4/16/25 Call to Artist Deadline: 5/7/25 Semi-finalists Notified by Email: 5/21/25 Proposed Mural Designs Due: 6/4/25 Community Voting: 6/8 - 6/14 Winner Announced: 6/20/25 Artist Deliver Completed Mural: 8/14/25 Mural Installed by the City: w/o 8/18/25 Application Requirements Applicants submitting materials for Germantown's Traveling City Mural Call for Artist project must fill out all of the sections and include all of the information, materials, and attachments through the CaFE™ artist application system by 10:59 p.m. CST on May 7th, 2025. Submission requirements: Artist Resume / CV and Bio 10 artwork samples, including detail shots, completed within the past 8 years. All of the information in the drop-down menus with details for your work of art samples Note: Art teams must submit their qualifications either under a group name or the lead artist's name. They are required to submit a minimum of 10 images of their work but may submit up to 10 images for each team member if preferred.

APPLY VIA LINK -- https://paintmemphis.org/ -- The general Call for Artists is now open. Fill out this form to apply for non-permitted spots in our 2025 festival. The Request for Proposals application for permitted spots is closed. Email directly to inquire. Thank you so much for considering sharing your time and talents with Paint Memphis! The 11th annual festival will take place on October 11, 2025 with a theme of "BLOOM WHERE YOU'RE PLANTED" -- ABOUT: Paint Memphis is an annual, one-day paint festival, which creates the largest collaborative mural in Tennessee. We bring art to the streets, making it accessible to everyone, regardless of socio-economic status, location, race, ethnicity, or ability. During our festival, volunteer artists show off their talents and connect with a community of local and regional painters. The event brings the community together, bridging the gap through art. Plus, we have vendors, food trucks, hands-on workshops, and live music to make this event fun for art lovers of all ages.

APPLY HERE -- https://paintmemphis.org/home-231/ -- The 11th annual festival will take place on October 11, 2025 with a theme of "BLOOM WHERE YOU'RE PLANTED" We are excited for this year's new location near the Crosstown Concourse! We will be painting the underpass on North Parkway, which gets over 5 million vehicles driving by each year. This is a very special thoroughfare on the Parkway system in Memphis, connecting Evergreen, Vollintine-Evergreen, Speedway Terrace, and Crosstown (neighborhood histories linked below) but it comes with a slight change in how applications and activities will work this year! While we plan to have some additional buildings and walls, the main site is a TN State Highway and we are required to submit everyone's designs to the City of Memphis and Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) very soon. We are requesting your designs in ADVANCE. More details: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFMs9Znz0QzeQ1l9t4k8JzQ6CrIZ5WlvN0qfMo_CEdIoo9_Q/viewform

APP LINK -- https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=15119 -- Description Nashville International Airport (BNA) and Arts at the Airport (AaA) invite artists to submit qualifications for the design and installation of one indoor mural located in Concourse D adjacent to departure gate D5 (Southwest Airlines). The dimensions of the space are as follows: 37 FT long and 7 FT tall (259 SQ FT). The space is elevated 4 ft. from the ground up with seating in front of and directly below the mural wall. The mural will be installed in May/June of 2025. AaA is seeking original and engaging design concepts that serve as a tool to strengthen the narrative about Nashville International Airport, the city of Nashville, aviation and travel. We are looking for designs that promote the assets of the city of Nashville and Nashville International Airport. The mural should welcome travelers, create a sense of place, be a calming and engaging image in a busy environment and inspire the viewer with the highest quality design and craftsmanship. Installation of Mural The artist should be prepared to install the mural starting Mid-Late May 2025 and be complete on or before June 27, 2025. Artists are responsible for using the highest quality materials and for using a primer on the wall (ex: high quality artist grade acrylic paint and final clear coat sealer.) The artist may also propose other methods of installation that would be suitable for the space. The mural will be on view for approximately 4-6 years. This is subject to change. The artist and any assistants will be required to comply with all BNA security regulations when working in a secure area. $18,500 fee includes artist fee, all materials and installation. The Goals of the Project · To use the artwork as a tool to strengthen the narrative about place, to capitalize on Nashville International Airport, the city of Nashville and the local community’s assets, creative potential and inspiration. · Suggested topics could, but are not required to, include Nashville International Airport, the city of Nashville, aviation and travel: To welcome the traveler and serve as a calming, engaging image that may inspire the viewer. To create a visually stimulating experience using color and design; a moment of distraction as passengers wait to board their planes. To enhance the existing Arts at the Airport public art collection.

APPLY HERE--- (copy and paste link in new window): https://paintlouis.com/grafitti-application _______________________________________ Paint Louis, the largest graffiti festival in the world, began in 1997 and continued through 2001. It was revived in 2013 and is now world-renowned. In the shadow of The Gateway Arch along the Mississipi River, over 400 writers gather every Labor Day weekend, coming from across the U.S, and most recently Canada, Mexico, Germany, and Australia. _________________________________________ This is an unpaid opportunity, even though the project budget says $1

APP LINK -- https://www.fayetteville-ar.gov/4237/Artist-Opportunities -- The City of Fayetteville’s Parks, Natural Resources and Cultural Affairs Department invites artists, organizations and performers to submit proposals for the Community Arts Program (CAP). This initiative provides funding for creative activations, events and programs that engage the community and enhance the vibrancy of Fayetteville’s parks, with a special emphasis on the Ramble. CAP seeks to foster artistic experiences that encourage public gathering and enjoyment while enriching Fayetteville’s cultural landscape.