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This two-day live mural festival celebrates art, culture and community in Fort Lauderdale
Business for the Arts Broward (BFA), in partnership with the Downtown Development Authority (DDA), invites local artists and arts and culture non-profit organizations to participate in the inaugural BFA Art Walls Mural Fest, a two-day, community-driven celebration of art, collaboration and impact on Saturday, February 28 and Sunday, March 1, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at History Fort Lauderdale.
This exciting event will pair 10 local art and culture non-profits with 10 established and emerging artists who will each create an eight-foot-by-eight-foot mural inspired by the non-profit’s mission.
The festivities kick off with a special BFA Art & Spirits celebration on Thursday, February 16, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the BBX Capital Gallery that showcases participating artists and organizations with an exclusive liquor tasting and art exhibit with BFA’s sponsors and supporters.
Artists and non-profit organizations are encouraged to apply and participate. Artist applications for the Art Walls Mural Fest open Wednesday, October 1 and close on Monday, November 10. Muralists must be residents of Florida, with preference given to South Florida artists. Both established artists with 10 or more public works and emerging artists with up to 10 public works are encouraged to apply. The selected artists will be notified on Thursday, November 20.
To enter, artists must indicate whether they are an emerging or established artist, submit their artist bio and 10-15 images of previous murals or large-scale works and provide a brief statement on why they are interested in participating. Artists should be open to collaborating with an arts and cultural non-profit partner and incorporating the non-profit’s mission or values into the mural design, while staying true to their own creative aesthetic. Artists must apply through the CAFÉ website.
Established artists will receive a $2,000 mural honorarium and a $200 stipend to display artwork in BBX Capital while emerging artists will receive a $1,000 mural honorarium and a $200 stipend to display artwork in BBX Capital. Additional benefits include live mural creation during the public high-profile event, as well as a four-month exhibition and sales opportunity at BBX Capital and the Art & Spirits pre-event. Artists will also have the chance to build meaningful connections with community leaders, nonprofit organizations, fellow muralists, art collectors, business professionals and potential collaborators. Artists also will earn lasting visibility through the donation of completed murals to partner arts and cultural non-profits.
All artwork will be offered for sale with proceeds split between the artist (75%) and BFA (25%).
All selected artists will be required to provide proof of general liability insurance covering the duration of the festival. Insurance must list Business for the Arts Broward (BFA) and History Fort Lauderdale as additionally insured. Each artist must sign a Visual Artists Rights Act (VARA) waiver acknowledging that the temporary nature of the mural panels and festival may result in the eventual relocation, alteration or removal of the artwork. Murals created during the festival will be donated to partnering art and cultural non-profit organizations. Artists grant permission for BFA and partner nonprofits to photograph, reproduce and use images of the artwork for promotional, educational and fundraising purposes, with credit to the artist whenever possible. They are also expected to comply with all festival guidelines, deadlines and on-site safety requirements.
Applications for local arts and cultural non-profit organizations open on Wednesday, October 1, and close on Monday, November 10. Selected organizations will be announced on Thursday, November 20.
Participation in this event provides a non-profit organization with the opportunity to showcase itself over two days and partner with a professional artist who will create a mural inspired by its mission. They also gain visibility, recruit volunteers and engage the community through a free vendor table at the event. This experience highlights their impact, builds lasting connections and allows them to be part of a free community arts event designed to foster collaboration, creativity and awareness. More information and non-profit applications are available here.
Selected non-profits will receive a $1,000 stipend and receive the artists’ completed mural after the event to display at their location. There is also an optional opportunity for non-profits to perform during the festival.
To apply, nonprofits must provide the name of the organization, mission statement and contact information for one staff member to serve as the primary point of contact.
Non-profits will be scored on established arts and cultural organizations in Broward County, ability to help promote the event via social media and email campaigns, community impact and reach and youth programs offered. If applicable, five youth-oriented non-profits will be selected.
This year’s sponsors include BBX Capital, Wayne and Lucretia Weiner, and the Downtown Development Authority (DDA).
For additional information, contact BFA’s Executive Director Robyn Vegas at 954-940-4933 or rvegas@bfabroward.org. Full event details are available at https://bfabroward.org/programs/bfa-art-walls-mural-fest/.
About Business for the Arts Broward
Business for the Arts Broward is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) engaging businesses and business leaders to advocate and educate about the importance of the County’s art and cultural community as well as to recognize the connection between cultural vitality, creative success, and economic development. To learn more visit www.Facebook.com/BFABroward or www.bfabroward.org.
