Call for Artists - Utility Box Art 2026

The City of Dublin is seeking qualified professional artists and student artists to submit designs for painted utility boxes. The city will pay a stipend of $1,000 to each artist, and the artwork will be featured on the city's website and other promotional materials. Artists must reside within the nine Bay Area counties and must submit their proposals by April 20, 2026. The city will provide materials to clean, primer, and seal the utility boxes, while artists are required to provide their own painting materials. • The city is looking for unique and creative designs that capture the theme "Where Else But Dublin". • Artists may specify which utility box they are interested in painting, or if they have no preference. • The city reserves the right to assign utility boxes at its discretion. • Artists are responsible for prepping the utility box, painting the design, and sealing with a clear anti-graffiti coating. • Artists may enlist painting assistants, but all assistants must sign a liability waiver and release. • Student artists must be supervised by a professional artist and must provide their professional artist's qualifications with their application.