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       The 2026 Springville Art Festival will be held on Friday, September 11 from 5:00-9:00 pm and Saturday, September 12 from 10:00 am-8:00 pm at the Springville City Civic Center. The online submission form will be live March 13, 2026. Applications close June 13, 2026. There is no application fee. Only one Artist or Art Organization (ie. University Art Department, Community Art Center) per booth/application.  

           All art must be original, handcrafted work. Artists may apply only once per media category, which are as follows:    

• Drawing
• Fiber
• Furniture
• Glass
• Jewelry
• Mixed Media
• Painting
• Photography
• Pottery
• Printmaking
• Sculpture
• Wood
• Other - including performing arts

Five images (photographs) are required per application. Four images should be representative of the quality and style of an artist's body of work to be exhibited at the Festival. The fifth image must be of a booth or display of the artist's work, showing overall continuity and presentation of the artist's current body of work. If a booth image is not available, the artist should submit an image of a grouping of works to be exhibited at the Festival to demonstrate quantity and scale of works. Springville Public Art Program will use a blind jury process to select participating artists based on highest cumulative scores per media media category. Scores will be based on artwork quality, perceived potential for festival patron interest, and interactive patron experience through either art demos or creative activity. Notification of selection decision will be sent on a rolling basis beginning June 25, 2026.   

Artists will be required to provide their own tent and materials to display their work in an outdoor environment. String lights will be provided by the Festival and installed during setup on Friday, September 11.

BOOTH SPACE FEES: *Artists and Art Groups who wish to demo only (no sales) may receive a reduction in booth fees.

$150 (10’ X 10’)

$250 (10’ X 20’ double)        

After being selected to participate, artists will receive a link to pay their booth fees and submit an artist agreement. The artist agreement will set forth rules and regulations of the Festival and define the rights and obligations of the Festival and the participating artist with regard to Festival participation. Your booth is not confirmed until your booth fees and artist agreement are received.

IMPORTANT DATES:

• June 12, 2026 Application Deadline, 5 images
• June 25, 2026 Notification of selected artists begin
• July 15, 2026 Booth Fees Due
• August 5, 2026 Final withdrawal date with 50% booth rental fee refunded
• Sept. 11, 2026 Artist Check in/Booth Set Up - 12:00 - 4:30 pm
• Sept. 11, 2026 Festival Open 5:00 - 9:00 pm
• Sept. 12, 2026 Festival Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
• Sept. 12, 2025 Artist Takedown - 8:00 - 11:00 pm

*Applications are accepted January-October of each year. November-December will be closed for new applications to allow for current mural artists in the pool to update or withdraw their information.

Introduction  Springville City’s Public Art Program seeks to commission artists to create original murals at various sites around Springville City. A selection panel of community representatives, arts and culture professionals, and civic leaders will be assembled to select and recommend an artist or artist team for the projects. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is ongoing and applicants will be added to the artist pool. Springville City, city departments, and Springville businesses will review applications as projects arise. Artists in the pool may or may not be contacted to create a proposal for a project.  

Eligibility  This project is open to all artists, but preference will be given to local and regional artists. Artists may apply as individuals or as a group. Up to five artists from the pool may be selected as finalists to present a design concept proposal for a project. Finalists will receive an honorarium to develop and present their artwork design concepts. Each finalist will be required to sign a release of liability and indemnity agreement. .  

Project Description  The Springville Murals Program is designed to enhance Springville by adding refreshing vibrancy and beauty to public spaces in Springville. Successful murals will contribute to Springville’s brand as “Art City.”  

Design, Theme, and Selection Criteria  The Public Art Program seeks artists that will develop designs that are vibrant and refreshing, while celebrating Springville’s heritage, identity, and unique characteristics. Murals could speak to Springville’s rich traditions, natural beauty, “Art City” moniker, or emerging mixture of old/traditional and new/fresh. Abstract and realistic designs are both welcome. Selected designs will be appropriate for family viewing, and not contain images or words that are profane, lewd or politically divisive.  

Site Descriptions  Descriptions for specific projects will be sent to finalists chosen for specific projects.  

Submission Process  Applications will be received through our submittable account. You must have an account to apply. To request an accommodation for a disability, please email the Public Art Coordinator, Leslie Makai Gleaves at: LGeaves@SpringvilleUtah.gov  

1. Artist Information, which includes the following:

 a. Contact information   b. Artist bio and/or personal statement   d. CV or resume  

2. A statement of approach which communicates experience with projects of various scope and scale. 

3. At least 3-5 references of fabricated and installed artwork. Relevant mural projects preferred, but not required. If applicable, information to provide includes the following:

a. Scope and description of project

b. Project location

c. 3-6 digital images of the project.  

Selection Criteria

The selection panel will select finalists and award the project based on the following criteria:

• Artistic excellence, vibrancy, and originality - 50%
• Documented experience of the artist in completing similar projects - 25%
• Appropriateness of the approach and/or design for its site in the Springville community - 25%

Policies

• During the calendar year, Artists in the Mural Artist Pool may or may not be chosen as a finalist for a mural project in Springville.

If an artist or artist group is chosen as a finalist and then is selected as the artist:

• Springville City will issue a contract outlining the terms of the project.
• Springville reserves the right to change or cancel any project at any time.
• The selected artist must have liability insurance for the duration of the project and provide a Certificate of Insurance at the time a contract is issued that lists Springville City and its officers, agents, and employees as additional insured or sign a liability and indemnification release provided by Springville City. 
• The artist is responsible for cost overruns of the project.
• The artist will keep the project manager up to date on the status, timeline, and progress of the project. 
• Upon completion, the City will become the owner of the artwork.
• The artwork may be removed and/or painted over by the City at any time.

Application Edits

At the end of the calendar year, an email will be sent allowing you to choose one of three options:

1. update your application information (including adding new projects, new website, address, etc.)

2. keep your application information the same

3. withdraw your application from the pool

Project Contact  Leslie Makai Gleaves

Public Art Coordinator  LGleaves@SpringvilleUtah.gov  801-491-5700