The Redevelopment Agency of Midvale City is excited to announce an open call for artists, inviting 8-10 talented and community-oriented individuals to join a vibrant artistic community at the Midvale Main Art House on Main Street. Interested artists can rent studio space, gain access to a collaborative work environment, and secure their spot in a shared public art gallery and art shop. This space is ideal for artists looking to be part of an engaging and cooperative environment where creativity can flourish, and ideas can come to life.

Details of the Open Call

Situated on Midvale’s Main Street, a burgeoning hub for arts, culture, and dining along the Wasatch Front, The Art House is a welcoming space for the public, encouraging engagement with the creative process. The building offers approximately 4,791 sq. ft of open space, allowing each artist to personalize their dedicated 8’X8’ area. Security, electricity, internet, onsite restrooms, and cleaning facilities are included. Studio tenants enjoy access, 7 days a week, from 7:00 am to 11:00 pm. Studio space rent is set at $200 per month, with a minimum 6-month commitment. Two studio spaces are reserved for artists demonstrating low income, at a further subsidized rate of $115. These rates ensure operating costs are covered. Artists occupying this space commit to spending a minimum of 20 hours per week in the studio during Art House open hours, detailed below. This commitment includes being onsite one weekend day per month for 4 hours and participating in 3 community-oriented events per term (6 months).

Benefits for Artists

Artists will be highlighted and promoted on RDA marketing materials, with opportunities to participate in community events such as monthly open studio nights, Trick or Treat on Main, and Light Up Main Street hosted by the RDA. There are additional opportunities to host lectures, workshops, live discussions, and art shows within the space, with the possibility of receiving funding to support these events. Most importantly, artists will have a significant opportunity to make a positive impact on the community. Their active participation plays a vital role in ensuring and propelling an equitable and inclusive revitalization of Midvale’s Main Street.

Proposed Art House Open Hours

Monday: 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday: 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Thursday: 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Friday: 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Art House Selection Committee

The Art House selection committee is responsible for developing and adopting the governing documents, including the policies and procedures that will regulate the Art House. The committee will also be responsible for reviewing and selecting all artists who will occupy the space. Additionally, the committee will work closely with the artists housed in the Art House to develop a schedule, ensuring that there are always two or more artists in the space during open public hours. In doing so, the Art House selection committee will have the ability to modify the open hours to ensure they are conducive to the schedules of the artists and for public visitation. Last but not least, the Selection Committee will also be responsible for selecting art to be displayed to the community.

Apply Today

The deadline to apply is April 11, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Complete your application to apply today.

Looking for a safe and fun place to take the kids Trick or Treating? Look no further than Midvale’s historic Main Street. Midvale City, the Redevelopment Agency of Midvale City, and the Main Street Business Alliance will host Trick or Treat on Main Street on Saturday, October 29, 2022, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The free event features Main Street businesses that will happily fill your little ones’ bags with various goodies, carnival games, food trucks, music, murals, entertainment, and a creative crosswalk painting project.

The Busking Bus Theatre Company is coming to Main Street to entertain you and your little monsters, ghouls, and princesses with their busking-style variety show! Enjoy the PG-rated content, from magicians and jugglers to cello loop artists and street performers -- there's something for everyone on Main Street.

Stroll along Main Street while you grab a bite to eat from food trucks and restaurants, then stop by Carnival Row. Free carnival games like Matching Ducks, Football Throw, Plinko, and Bottle Ring Toss are sure to burn off the extra calories and excessive energy.

Get inspired by more than 20 recently curated Main Street murals. Then encourage your kids to contribute to the city's art, safety, and walkability, as well as its Main Street revitalization, by participating in the creative crosswalk painting project sponsored by the Salt Lake County Health Department. This exciting project engages our youth by getting them involved in the community while highlighting pedestrian safety.

Join us as artists design more than 15 murals along Main Street. Bring the entire family. There will be music, market vendors, food truck vendors, live murals, and plenty of opportunities for the perfect Instagram shots! Visit www.MidvaleCity.org to learn more.

Want to showcase your artistic talents?

Midvale City in partnership with ALL CAPS Art Gallery is seeking qualified artists who are interested in participating in the first annual Midvale Main Street Mural Festival. Work will take place from June 14 – to June 18, 2022. Budget: Varies - Deadline: May 23, 2022. Visit the application page to apply today!