Have Your Work Featured in a Very Special Outdoor Gallery!
We’ve supported the creation of several murals across Southern Illinois, and now, in partnership with the City of Carbondale, we’re excited to transform the alley walkway between Rips Pizza and Legal Smile into a colorful walk-through public gallery featuring 8 mini-murals that showcase the work of Illinois artists.
Submissions Open NOW through Oct. 24
Artists who love working big—this is your chance to create a mural and have your art on full display.
Submission Deadline = Oct. 24, 2025
Why Apply?
- Feature your artwork in a new outdoor gallery
- Be part of creating beautiful & interesting spaces in Carbondale
Who Should Apply?
- Must be 18 years of age at time of submission
- Creatives who live in Illinois or are SIU-Carbondale grads
- Anyone looking for a unique chance to showcase their work
See Full Submission Details & How to Apply Here:
Sept. 23 - Call for ArtistsOct. 4 & 18 at 10:00 am
Informational Zoom meetings to review Mini Mural Program and application process (contact Artspace 304 for link)
Oct. 24, 11:59 pm - Application deadline
Oct. 31 - Winning designs announced
Nov. 3 - Panels distributed
Nov. 21 - Murals completed
Nov. 24 - 26 - Murals installed
INFO Sessions: Free Mini-mural project and application Zoom meeting: October 4 & 18 at 10:00 am; email info@artspace304.org to attend
Eligibility:
Artists must be 18 years or older.Artists must live in Illinois or be a graduate of SIU-Carbondale.Any artist who was awarded a Welcome, Carbondale! grant after January 1, 2025 is not eligible for this round of awards.Each artist may submit up to two original designs.
Requirements:
Completed online application form. Rendering of proposed mural design.List of materials to be used (only paint is allowed).Artists are responsible for obtaining all materials.
How to Apply: Applications are accepted online through the Artspace 304 website and the link below.
Each selected artist receives:
$750 for materials (upon contract signing)$750 upon mural completion
Total stipend: $1,500 per panel (Artists may be awarded up to 2 panels)