Eau Claire Color Block Call to Artists
APPLICATIONS OPEN: Dog Jam 2025 Live Mural Painting
ColorBlock, Eau Claire’s vibrant public art initiative, is excited to bring a splash of color to Dog Jam 2025, the region’s premier canine-themed festival! We are seeking 3 artists to live paint original, preferably dog-themed murals on 4x4 primed panels during the event on August 9, 2025 from 10 AM - 7 PM, at the Eau Claire Event District.
This is a unique opportunity to celebrate dogs and creativity side-by-side in a lively, pet-loving atmosphere featuring live music, dog shows, vendor booths, and hundreds of wagging tails. To learn more about the event, please check out the event page.
Details
Location: Eau Claire Event District, 5775 20th Ave Eau Claire, WI
Submission Deadline: Sunday July 20, 2025
Artwork: Original, (preferably but not mandatory) dog-themed murals on 4x4 primed panels provided by ColorBlock. Artists are strongly encouraged to complete their murals within event hours. If additional time is absolutely needed, please make note of that in the application linked below. Arrangements can be made for picking up materials in advance.
Artist Stipend: Two event tickets per mural, plus $400 per selected artist or artist group
Materials: Primary paint colors (red, blue, yellow) along with black white paint will be provided. Mixing supplies, brushes, drop cloths, easels, and other supplies will also be provided. Artists are welcome to bring any additional colors or specialty materials they wish to use at their own expense.
Display: Murals will be owned and placed by Dog Jam.
Eligibility & Guidelines:
1. This is open to both emerging and experienced artists.
2. Artists under 18 may participate with adult permission and supervision.
3. Artists may apply individually or as a small group, submitting up to 3 original designs.
4. Designs must be appropriate for all ages and suitable for public display.
5. Proposals will be juried by the ColorBlock Committee and are subject to approval.
6. ColorBlock reserves the right to use images of in-progress and completed murals for marketing, fundraising, promotional merchandise, etc. on behalf of Sculpture Tour, 501(c)(3).
