Eau Claire Color Block Call to Artists
APPLICATIONS OPEN: Big Brothers Big Sisters Mural Collaboration
Sculpture Tour Eau Claire and Scheels are proud to partner with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Wisconsin to bring a brand-new mural to life, inspired by ideas from the Littles themselves!
This is your chance to create a joyful, community-focused work of art that celebrates mentorship, childhood, and the many ways youth and their Bigs explore and enjoy our region. One artist will be selected to design and paint a 160-square-foot mural on the Big Brothers Big Sisters building in downtown Eau Claire. The artist is welcome, but not required, to involve BBBS youth in the painting process.
What We’re Looking For
The selected design will depict scenes of Bigs and Littles enjoying life together at parks, on bikes, at local landmarks, doing hobbies, and sharing moments that reflect the power of positive relationships. Your design should be vibrant, inclusive, and capture the spirit of Eau Claire youth.
Details
Location: Big Brothers Big Sisters, 424 Galloway Street, Downtown Eau Claire
Submission Deadline: July 1, 2025
Painting Window: July 1 through August 30, 2025
Artist Stipend: $2,000 upon completion
Rules & Guidelines
1. Artists of all ages may apply. Artists under 18 must have adult permission and supervision.
2. Each artist may submit up to three mural designs.
3. All artwork must be original to the applicant.
4. Designs must be appropriate for all ages and suitable for public display.
5. Finalists will be juried and approved by Big Brothers Big Sisters and the property owner. We reserve the right to decline any design at any stage.
6. The mural wall is approximately 8 feet high by 20 feet wide and will be prepped with either a black or white base coat.
7. Primary color exterior latex paint will be provided, along with mixing supplies, brushes, rollers, ladders, and more. Any other materials must be pre-approved.
8. With proper application, murals are expected to remain for 3 to 5 years. While Sculpture Tour cannot guarantee protection from weather or vandalism, we will assist in repairs as needed.
9. A $2,000 stipend will be awarded upon completion of the project.
10. The mural must be signed by the artist.
11. Sculpture Tour 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) and the Big Brothers/Big Sisters organization.
12. Artists must conduct themselves professionally and respectfully at all times. Any behavior deemed disrespectful to youth participants, the public, or project partners may result in removal from the project.
13. By submitting a proposal, you agree not to hold Sculpture Tour, Big Brothers Big Sisters, the building owners, or any partner organizations responsible for any injuries or damages sustained while participating in the project.
APPLICATIONS CLOSED: ColorBlock at Summer Jam 2025!
ColorBlock, Eau Claire's vibrant public art initiative, is thrilled to partner with the inaugural Summer Jam music festival to bring art and music together in a dynamic celebration of creativity. We are seeking up to 20 talented artists to create original murals on 4x4 primed panels during the festival, which takes place on June 20-21, 2025, at the Eau Claire Event District.
This is a unique opportunity to showcase your artistic vision in a lively, music-filled environment featuring performances by renowned artists such as Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Black Crowes, Marshall Tucker Band, and more. Deadline to apply is Monday, May 26, 2025. Our team will be in touch with applicants no later than the first week of June 2025 with an update on your application.
Rules & Guidelines
1. This opportunity is open to both emerging and experienced artists.
2. Artists under the age of 18 may participate with adult permission and supervision.
3. Artists may apply as individuals or small groups, and submit up to 3 designs.
4. All proposed mural designs must be original to the applying artist(s).
5. Mural designs must be appropriate for all ages and suitable for public display.
6. A stipend of $400 will be given to each selected artist or artist group.
7. Proposals will be juried by the ColorBlock Committee and are subject to approval.
8. Proposals will be judged on the following criteria (in no certain order): appropriateness for public display in our community, creativity and individual style, and demonstrated artistic ability (previous work).
9. Proposals will be juried by the ColorBlock Committee and are subject to approval.
10. Basic paint colors and mixing supplies will be provided. Special requests will be considered on an individual basis. Any additional materials required must be supplied by the artist(s). All paint must be outdoor latex paint or outdoor spray paint. ColorBlock can reject the use of materials at any time.
11. ColorBlock is not responsible for any damage or vandalism sustained to murals during this time; however, ColorBlock coordinators will make efforts to repair murals if needed.
12. Artists will sign their murals.
13. Artists are expected to complete their murals by the official end of the festival. To facilitate progress, artists may begin working on their murals prior to the start of the festival.
14. ColorBlock is responsible for pairing artists with appropriate sites.
15. 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). Artist(s) maintain the rights to their design.
16. Artists are expected to demonstrate respect toward the buildings, public media, and other artists at all times. ColorBlock reserves the right to disqualify any artist(s) at any time for unprofessional or disrespectful behavior.
17. By your submission, you agree that no person, organization, business, or entity involved with ColorBlock or Sculpture Tour will be held responsible for any bodily or personal injury or property damage of any nature that may be suffered in the performance of this project.
