While muralists transform walls into works of art during the Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival, visitors will also enjoy an evening soundtrack provided by some of Utah's most talented local musicians.

On Friday, June 13, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., live acoustic performances will take place throughout Midvale Main, creating a vibrant atmosphere as festivalgoers explore murals, local businesses, food vendors, and community activities.

The live music lineup is coordinated by Tiny Porch Productions, a Salt Lake City organization dedicated to supporting local musicians and creating intimate live music experiences. Through its community-focused approach, Tiny Porch Productions has helped connect audiences with Utah's diverse and thriving music scene.

Performances will be spread throughout the festival district, giving attendees the opportunity to discover new artists while experiencing the creativity and energy of Los Muros on Main.

At the Midvale Senior Center, Kelly Bellerose will perform from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. A Salt Lake City-based artist, Bellerose draws deeply from American roots music, creating a soulful and authentic sound. Later in the evening, Ian McIver takes the stage from 7:00 to 8:45 p.m. Known for his smoky vocals and impressive blues guitar work, McIver brings more than 26 years of live performance experience to audiences across Utah.

At Cactus & Tropicals, Quinn Chivers will perform from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Chivers blends reggae, rock 'n' roll, roots music, and classic country influences into a distinctive singer-songwriter style. From 7:00 to 8:45 p.m., Renee Mackin & The Bottom Dwellers will entertain audiences with a blend of blues, folk, and bluegrass featuring soulful harmonies and standout mandolin performances.

Festival visitors can stop by the 2 Row Brewing Beer Garden from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. to hear Michael L. Austin. Austin's indie folk sound combines Americana traditions with British pop influences, earning comparisons to legendary singer-songwriter James Taylor.

Behind the Midvale Main Art House, Trip Van Winkle will perform from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Known for immersive live shows, Van Winkle combines folk storytelling, blues influences, and memorable pop melodies. Katherine Courtney follows from 7:00 to 8:45 p.m., showcasing a soulful voice inspired by country, soul, and classic rock artists such as Linda Ronstadt and Bonnie Raitt.

"Los Muros on Main is about celebrating creativity in all its forms," said Midvale City Mayor Dustin Gettel. "Including live music throughout the festival helps create a dynamic experience where visual art, local culture, and community come together."

Los Muros on Main festivities begin before Friday's main event. On Tuesday, June 9, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., the public is invited to a Mural Watch Party Food Truck Night, where visitors can enjoy food trucks, live music, and a first look at artists creating murals throughout Midvale's arts district. Also on Tuesday, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., attendees can participate in the free Craft Lake City Crafting a Mural From Start to Finish Workshop, led by local muralists Smock and Roll, Denyse R.D. Art, and SISTER Collective, to learn how mural concepts are transformed from sketches into large-scale public art. On Thursday, June 11, at 6:00 p.m., residents can join Ice Cream and Murals with Mayor Dustin Gettel, an evening walking tour featuring public art, community conversation, and ice cream in the heart of Midvale.

This weeklong celebration culminates on Friday, June 13, with live music, mural tours, family activities, local businesses, food vendors, and the opportunity to watch artists complete stunning new murals throughout Midvale Main.

For a full festival schedule and event information, visit Engage Midvale.

Angie Jerez, @_angiejerez, is a Colombian muralist and illustrator based in Atlanta, GA. She grew up in Bogotá, where she developed an eye for the unexpected beauty in urban spaces. Her murals blend detailed linework with organic shapes, finding spots where nature quietly takes over the built environment.

Sophy Tuttle, @sophytuttle, is an English-born American muralist, painter, and installation artist whose work celebrates nature and our deep connection to it. She began painting murals in 2013 in Oaxaca, Mexico by working with local artists and activists. Today, her work is celebrated nationally and internationally, including in the United States, Mexico, Colombia, and England.

Sophy holds a BFA in Illustration from Rhode Island School of Design (2008) and an MFA in Interdisciplinary Art from the University of Hartford (2019). She is the recipient of three National Mural Awards (2023, 2025, & 2026) and she currently works out of her studio in Abington, MA.

Born in Chile and raised in Miami, CP fell in love with graffiti art as a young teen. By age 16, he began to work with spray paint, straying from the traditional, bright designs, repetitive structure, and constraints as a form of word art. After studying fine art and graphic design in college, he continued to utilize spray paint as his preferred medium. CP’s artwork incorporates traditional and contemporary influences to create a style that is a blend of graphic art and street art, neoclassical and abstract. The subject matter is a mix of ancient sculpture, early photography, graffiti and digital design. The permanence of classical stone sculpture is juxtaposed with graphic stylings in the ephemeral, street art setting and transient medium. Once named the city’s most progressive street artist by Miami New Times, CP has completed over 100 murals locally, while international projects include murals in Japan, England, France, Mexico, Jamaica and Bermuda. Clients include Heineken, Google, Walmart, SLS Hotels, Coca-Cola, The Fillmore at Miami Beach, the Marley family in Jamaica, and the Miami Dolphins.

Nigel creates complex isometric murals and illustrations. The detail is all done by hand and with a lighthearted sense of humor that keeps you looking, and smiling. A wide range of businesses and organizations commission him to create bold, bright and busy line-art, often with a striking but simple color palette. He enjoys creating seek-and-find type illustrations that feature complex fantasy architecture and imaginary machines. It’s no surprise to find that his influences include Martin Handford (creator of Where’s Waldo?), MC Escher and the original SimCity computer games. At home in Berkeley, California, he lives with his wife, son, and cat.

Shane Grammer is a public muralist known for creating large-scale works that carry meaning, story, and presence. Blending realism with street art, his murals transform walls into powerful visual experiences that connect people, inspire communities, and leave a lasting impact. Through scale, texture, and intentional design, each piece is created to be both visually striking and deeply felt.

Andrew Colin Beck, @andrewcolinbeck

Local Utah Artist created the iconic poster for the 5th Annual Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival. Andrew Colin Beck is an artist and musician living in North Salt Lake. He has created illustrations for Vanity Fair, the Boston Globe, GQ and many others. When he puts the pencil down, Andrew loves to write music and has a band called The Mellons.

Gregory Shilling, @paintinmyblood

Gregory Shilling is an artist and muralist from Sacramento. He’s also a passionate birdwatcher, a late-night dancer, and a loving partner. He got his BFA from UC Santa Cruz in 2019 and has been a full-time artist since. His work explores facial expression and body language and the ways a painting can be woven with identity and narrative. Sometimes his work is peaceful and pastoral, like a seat in a garden, other pieces depict loud, dynamic groups of people painted with energetic brushstrokes. Either way, a story is being told. Shilling’s figures are often accompanied by native flora and fauna as a reminder we are not on this planet alone. He makes oil paintings and sculpts, but his most rewarding projects are large-scale murals. If you see him on a wall, stop for a chat.

The Redevelopment Agency of Midvale City (RDA) is accepting applications for muralists for the fifth annual Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival,scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 4 to 9 p.m. in the Midvale Main Arts & Culture District, 7505 S Holden Street, Midvale, Utah.

The festival invites local and national artists and artist teams to create murals in one of Utah’s most active public art districts. With 45 completed murals, the district has become a destination for large-scale public art, collaboration, and community-driven creative expression.

Murals will be painted June 6 through June 13, 2026, with artists completing their work during the festival while engaging directly with attendees. The festival brings together muralists, musicians, local businesses, and visitors for a shared, street-level experience that reflects Midvale’s character, diversity, and lived experiences.

Artist Support and Stipend

Selected artists or artist teams will receive a stipend of up to $4,500, based on wall size. The stipend covers artist fees and expenses related to design, supplies, equipment rental, insurance, and installation.

Additional support includes:

• Wall preparation, including power washing and surface prep completed by the RDA
• Lifts, ladders, or scaffolding provided at the RDA’s expense
• Anti-graffiti coating, when required, with an additional $150 paid to the artist for application
• Travel support for artists outside Utah’s Wasatch Front, including a $150 per diem for up to six nights and seven days, plus a $350 travel subsidy for artists located outside the state of Utah

Artist Eligibility and Requirements

The application is open to local, national, and international mural artists and artist teams of all backgrounds. Applicants must have prior mural painting experience and submit eight to 10 examples of previous mural work, along with an artist bio or letter of interest. Selected artists must have, or be willing to obtain, liability insurance and complete the E-Verify process as required by Utah State Code.

Timeline

• Application Opens: Thursday, January 22, 2026
• Application Closes: Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. MST
• Artist Selection and Wall Pairing: Wednesday, March 4 to Thursday, March 12, 2026
• Artists Notified: Monday, March 16, 2026
• Artist Agreements Due: Friday, March 27, 2026
• Mural Designs Due for Approval: Thursday, April 9, 2026
• Mural Painting: Saturday, June 6 to Saturday, June 13, 2026
  (All artists must begin painting no later than Monday, June 8)

Artists are required to attend the Los Muros on Main Mural Festival to complete their mural and engage with festival attendees.

2026 Call for Artists Application

2025 Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival