Magical Mural Tour
September 1 - september 30
We could all use a little bit of art, sprinkled with happiness, so that’s exactly what we are going to do! The Magical Mural Tour will see 4’ x 8’ pop-up murals all around Downtown Rochester! The Tour begins on September 1 and will continue through September 30.
DETAILS FOR ARTISTS
WHAT IS THE MAGICAL MURAL TOUR?
The Magical Mural Tour will feature 4’ x 8’ pop-up murals all around Downtown Rochester! The Tour begins on September 1 and will continue through September 30.
WANT TO JOIN THE TOUR?
We are accepting applications from artists through Monday, July 7. The Magical Mural Tour is open to all artists, professional or just playing, and all ages too.
Artists must complete the online application and upload a rendering of your proposed mural.
Artists whose designs are selected will be provided with a 4’ x 8’ plywood sheetfor your “canvas”.
A plaque will accompany each mural including the artist’s name and title of your mural.
All murals will be entered into Judges Choice & People’s Choice Contest, with the winning mural artists each receiving a $250 cash prize!
THE DETAILS
Selected artists will be contacted in mid-July. You are responsible for picking up your plywood sheet at Dillman & Upton (607 Woodward Rochester, MI) and returning it by Monday, August 25.
Drop off will be at the Downtown Collaboration Studio, 431 S. Main Street.
All murals will be placed outdoors therefore weather resistant materials or protectants must be used. Artists must beavailable for touch ups that might be required during the Tour.
THE FINE PRINT
Artwork CANNOT include political statements, profanity, nudity, logos, QR codes,religious symbols, libel, slander or social disrespect. In short, let’s BE KIND!
If your design is selected, it becomes the property of the Rochester Downtown Development Authority (DDA). The DDA reserves the right to use your design for the purpose of promoting the event through, but not limited to, social media, print advertising and media releases.
Your Mural will be available for pick up once the Tour has concluded and the murals are taken down. More details will be provided.