We partnered NAMI Wisconsin who created a new youth movement that empowers teens to create a new conversation about mental health through education, leadership development, and civic advocacy. 10 small murals will be painting at the following schools: Antigo High School DC Everest Junior High DC Everest High School Marathon High School Merrill High School Tomahawk High School Wausau East High School Wausau West High School + 2 new RYV high schools But our large mural that will encompass the thoughts of all RYV schools and their vision of uplifting each other in their mental health struggles.

It's been a long project in the making but we're excited to see a project come to life with a big impact in 2025. And there's no better time to ask for our community's support than on this milestone year that commemorates the 50th Anniversary of the first HMong arriving in the United States - marking 50 years of resilience, growth, and contributions to American society. RISE UP Central Wisconsin partnered with Wausau Area Hmong New Year, Inc. long ago to do workshops with locals to guide our talented artist, Mary Thao - into a mural piece that tells a story often not told in Wausau. We have no HMong representation in any public art forms in Wausau. That ends soon. We are seeking downtown Wausau sites with heavy foot traffic. High visibility. THIS MURAL WILL NOT BE "TUCKED" AWAY SOMEWHERE! It's going to be seen! If you are a downtown commercial property owner and are interested in supporting the first in hopefully a long series of mural storytelling; Unity in Diversity: HMong-American mural project - please contact Jacquelyn, Rise Up Program Coordinator at art@riseupart.org - by next month we hope to sign a contract with a building to have a physical space to begin this important piece of art. As your local art nonprofit, It takes a village to make murals with impact that aren't just art for art's sake - but to tell stories that need to be told. Will you join us in simply supporting this mural with a ❤️ react and a page follow so you can stay updated on its progress!

Empowering teen youth throughout Wisconsin Rapids, this mural slated for the Summer of 2025 will engage the teens to help paint the mural and tell their stories of living in Wisconsin Rapids.

APPLY HERE -- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdp4y9lfBjxgcwpdq8qqzaNVGm-Zd-qEaZCnIvIM6Bo0j8QxA/viewform?pli=1&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYC6RyFnw7zaEigvH1lsfuGvZ8iUqVQK39BeCnH1FScTYpzpIB6yCxfKuU_aem_5iFWKrf5Ajhrj2wa6kX09g -- Join muralists from across Wisconsin and the U.S. for the inaugural 2025 Sun Prairie Mural Festival, a celebration of the art of mural-making. The Sun Prairie Mural Festival is a joint effort by local artists, downtown businesses and community members to shine a light on mural making, on how the arts can bring communities together to celebrate their shared stories, and on one of our most famous citizens, the artist Georgia O’Keeffe. We will accept submissions from a variety of artists who will be chosen in a juried process. At least 50% of the spots are reserved for artists living in Wisconsin, however artists throughout the USA are encouraged to apply. We seek a diverse representation of artists' styles and lived experiences. IMPORTANT DATES: Application deadline: 03/15/2025 Notification: mid April Return signed contract: 04/30/2025 Design concept from accepted artists: 05/12/2025 -- COMPENSATION -- - Selected artists will receive a flat fee in the amount of $1,500.00 upon completion of their work (wall spots are approximately 200 square feet). - Accommodation will be provided for artists living outside of the 50 mile radius. - Scaffolding/Lifts will be provided. - All walls will be prepped and ready for painting. - While we are working hard on getting some paint/food/travel sponsorships and will provide details as things get approved, we are not making any promises on these as of right now. Please consider this information before applying.

Apply via link -- https://swwdmn.gov/call-for-artists-public-art-at-wilmes-lake-alum-treatment-facility/ -- The South Washington Watershed District (SWWD) seeks proposals to commission a professional artist or team of artists to design, fabricate and install a work of public art at the newly completed Wilmes Lake Alum Treatment Facility in Kargel Park, Woodbury, Minnesota. The selected artwork will be installed in a visible location on an exterior screen wall at the facility’s lift station along a highly utilized public trail. The artwork should interpret one or more of the following themes: local aquatic ecosystem restoration, water quality/clarity improvement, water movement and watershed connectivity within the SWWD, climate resiliency, and/or other related topics subject to SWWD and City of Woodbury approval. SWWD is interested in discovering new ways of envisioning, connecting, and valuing its water resources while recognizing different perspectives and ways of knowing. Through this project, SWWD hopes to engage area residents and trail users with creativity, innovation and artistic excellence while promoting and achieving water quality improvement by providing visibility to the watershed’s natural resources.

APPLY HERE: https://springboardforthearts.org/opportunities/rondo-community-land-trust-historically-black-public-mural-park-artists-commission-rfq/ -- The Office of Cultural Work (OCW) is an arts management consultant based in St. Paul, Minnesota. As a partner to artists, community-centered nonprofits, and aligned housing developers, we provide essential support to lift up and embrace the power of culture building. In collaboration with the Rondo Community Land Trust (Rondo CLT), OCW aims to bring murals and community engagement to the Selby Avenue corridor, paying tribute to the Rondo community’s enduring legacy. Through the lens of Black history and experiences, these projects will honor the resilience, creativity, and contributions that define Rondo’s rich African American heritage. OCW seeks artists to honor the stories, struggles, and triumphs of Rondo’s history, creating a lasting tribute to its cultural legacy. The OCW team will be facilitating the curation and commissioning process for the creation of up to four murals to be installed at a public mural park in the Rondo neighborhood. Artists are expected to live paint and complete their murals over the course of the 2 day event taking place July 12th-13th. These murals will be part of the Arts and Cultural Corridor debut and event. The goal of the selection process is to engage historically Black artists or artist teams with a strong background in public art. OCW and Rondo CLT aim to create artwork that authentically represents the cultural pride, historical significance, and aspirations of Rondo’s residents. This process will include public engagement to ensure the murals reflect the collective spirit of the community, transforming the public mural park into a dynamic space that celebrates the history, culture, and future of Rondo.