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Call for Artists - 2025 Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival
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The Redevelopment Agency (RDA) of Midvale City is collaborating with artists and the community to transform Midvale’s Historic Main Street into a vibrant arts and culture district. Through events like the Los Muros on Main Mural Festival, the area’s unique culture, history, and community spirit come alive.
In addition to the mural festival, the Midvale Main Arts & Culture District hosts LetterWest, the Tattoo Showdown, and Food Truck Tuesdays. The district also features the Midvale Performing Arts Center and affordable art studios at the Art House, located in the former Midvale City Museum.
Artist Stipends and Reimbursements
The RDA provides stipends of up to $4,500 for mural artists who are US, Mexico, or Canadian citizens, or reimbursements up to $4,500 for artists from other countries. The amount depends on wall size and covers artist fees, design, supplies, insurance, and equipment rental (excluding RDA-provided equipment).
Additional RDA-covered expenses:
- Equipment: Costs for lifts, ladders, or scaffolding will be covered after a site visit by the artist.
- Wall Preparation: Walls will be power washed and prepped by an RDA contractor.
- Anti-Graffiti Coating: The RDA provides coating materials for selected murals, with an optional $150 application fee if included in the artist’s invoice.
For artists outside Utah’s Wasatch Front, a per diem of $150/day (up to six nights) is provided for lodging, food, and transportation. Out-of-state artists, including those from Canada and Mexico, receive an additional $350 for travel costs.
Timeline
- Application Opens: Monday, February 3, 2025
- Application Deadline: Friday, March 3, 2025, at 12 a.m.
- Artist Selection & Notification: March 4–20, 2025
- Agreements Finalized: April 3, 2025
- Mural Designs Approved: April 24, 2025
- Mural Painting Period: May 24–June 7, 2025 (start no later than June 2; finish by June 7)
- Festival Participation: Artists or team members are expected to engage with attendees during the event.
Eligibility and Requirements
Applicants must:
- Submit 8–10 examples of past mural work and an artist bio/letter of interest.
- Have prior mural experience.
- Be 18+ years old and available to paint within the required timeline.
- Obtain liability insurance and, if applicable, provide proof of a visa.
Selection Criteria:
The Selection Committee evaluates applications based on artistic quality, relevance to Midvale Main’s culture and diversity, professionalism, and ability to complete the mural within the timeline. Artists must adhere to Midvale City Public Art Guidelines, which emphasize cultural sensitivity, non-commercial content, and enduring value.
Public Art Guidelines
Murals should:
- Enhance the aesthetic and cultural experience of the area.
- Avoid partisan, religious, or commercial content (e.g., logos, slogans).
- Be designed to deter graffiti and withstand weathering.
Artist Agreement
Selected artists will sign an agreement outlining responsibilities before, during, and after the festival. Agreements must be finalized by April 3, 2025. Additional agreements may be required for access to city facilities during installation.
For more details, contact RDA staff at RDA@midvaleut.gov.
