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Welcome to your weekly scooop of street art, opps, events, and media curated by the BE team. Since 2012, Beautify Earth has produced, promoted, and advocated for art on the streets through local art productions, digital media, and program consulting. Header art by Kristine Campbell.
"'What was old is new again'… The old adage is so tired that nobody takes its proper measure: all people hear is the word “old”, when the important one is “new”. Making new things out of old things is an act of alchemy. You take rusted lead and transform it into sparkling gold… The Velvet Underground, The Stooges, The Standells and other garage heroes; Ennio Morricone, John Barry and 1960’s Italian songs; The Cramps, of course, Nick Cave, Gainsbourg and tonic psych rock: Lionel and Marie from the Limiñanas know them all by heart, they worship them. They drink from that well and, after a good kneading and pounding, they make something else out of it."
World-renowned mural artist Julia Volchkova completed a new monumental mural in Sabak Bernam, continuing her series of works dedicated to Malaysian culture. The new mural, located on one of the city’s central walls, is a breathtaking artwork filled with deep symbolism and emotional intensity. It is a composite image from a series of murals depicting fishermen, which Julia discovered while traveling and exploring the life and culture of Malaysia’s people. The mural took over a month of continuous work, in a tropical climate during the rainy season, which made the work more difficult and making it the longest project in the artist’s career.“I draw inspiration from people, their stories, and the traditions that shape the unique identity of each place. This mural is a tribute to Malaysian culture and its rich heritage,” says Julia Volchkova.
"Hi! I’m Kristine, an LA-based, self-taught multidisciplinary artist originally from Chicago. My work blends whimsical realism, symbolic narratives, and creative portraiture, thoughtfully layered with rich composition and color. I’ve had the opportunity to create murals and fine art for commercial, public, and high-end residential spaces, collaborating with clients like Westfield, Sony Pictures, AON, and PETA. Driven by a passion for storytelling, my work reflects the beauty and complexity of nature and the human experience and its connection to the world around us. I love creating pieces that ignite conversation, emotion, and transform spaces. I’m always excited to collaborate on new projects and am available to travel as needed—let’s create!"
April 5-6, 2025
Melbourne, Australia
"Curated by the award-winning street art collective Juddy Roller, this street festival will see incredible artists transform more walls into large-scale murals over the weekend-long event. Along with the artists and their works, this festival will showcase local businesses with live music, gourmet food, tours, tasting, demonstrations, artists talks and lots of family friendly activities."
April 22, 2025
Sacramento, CA, US
"In moments like these, when the fabric of our society is tested by numerous challenges, the necessity for spaces that promote healing and hope becomes ever clearer. This year's CA Arts & Culture Summit is an urgent call to action for all of us who believe in the restorative power of the arts." Scolarship apps due April 7th.
April 7-9, 2025
Philadelphia, PA, US
"Join local leaders and experts in commercial district stewardship from across the country for three days of insightful education sessions, unique special events, immersive mobile workshops, and memorable experiences in Philadelphia."
by Joe Bobowicz, The Face -- "The legendary graffiti writers unveil a behemoth exhibition, charting their tunnel-dwelling history in a secret location."
by APA Arts & Planning Division -- "This panel discussion will provide an opportunity to learn more and discuss Percent for Place, a coalition representing a diverse set of over two-dozen private, nonprofit, and philanthropic organizations dedicated to advancing policies that foster the creation, expansion, and improvement of civic infrastructure."
by Giulia Blocal, Beyond the Walls -- "This month, we’re diving into part two of our exploration, looking at how graffiti writers and street artists have embraced digital media in wildly creative ways, shaping the evolution of their art—building on last month’s Graffiti on Film."
by Doug Gillen, Fifth Wall TV -- Doug digs into a recent video by Tower Hamlets in London where ideas around graffiti removal contradict the cultural value from which cities often benefit.
By Donald turvill, The Herald -- "Valér Fekete, the street artist known as Sior, leaves his pieces on the street for people to find."
by USA Today -- "They're like regular billboards, but small and for rats. All over New York City, miniature billboards are comically reimagining real products...for rodents."
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apply by: April 4, 2025
compensation: £1,382 plus £250 for materials
location: Dundee, Scotland, UK
about: Gylemuir Capital are looking for artists based in and around Dundee to create new and exciting murals in their new Parkland student accommodation buildings on Douglas Street, Dundee.
apply by: April 6, 2025
compensation: $3,000 (design only - vinyl install budget is separate)
location: Adrian, MI, US
about: The Downtown Adrian Main Street in Adrian, Michigan is seeking an artist or graphic designer to create an inaugural mural for Downtown Adrian. The concept of the mural would be a traditional postcard type of mural that will celebrate the history and uniqueness of Adrian.
apply by: April 10, 2025
compensation: $18,500
location: Nashville, TN, US
about: Description Nashville International Airport (BNA) and Arts at the Airport (AaA) invite local artists to submit qualifications for the design and installation of one indoor mural.
apply by: April 11, 2025
compensation: $20,000
location: Lincoln, NE, US
about: The Downtown Lincoln Association (DLA) seeks to commission art installations adjoining Music Box (MBX), located at 14th and N Street. Nestled in Lincoln’s Music District, MBX is a space for music rehearsal, recording, performance, and education.
apply by: April 11, 2025
compensation: $60,000
location: Sunnyvale, CA, US
about: Interior Mural MidPen Housing is seeking a Bay Area artist or artist team to create an original mural that pays homage to the legacy of Ira D. Hall, the building’s namesake. We are not looking for traditional illustration or documentation of this individual’s life, but rather an artist who can tap into the energy and interpret through imagery.
apply by: April 11, 2025
compensation: n/a
location: Wrangell, AK, US
about: The Wrangell Mountains Center (WMC) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is connecting people with wildlands through art, science, and education in Alaska. The Wrangell Mountains Residency Program (June 12-26) aims to support visual artists of all genres, performers, and writers.
apply by: April 13, 2025
compensation: 300€ (travel compensation up to 150€)
location: Tartu, Estonia
about: The Stencibility Festival's Spraycation (June 11-15) is like a summer camp for street artists, providing similar conditions as working in the wild — creative freedom, walls, paint, and fellow artists to collaborate with. For artists from Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, Poland and Estonia.
apply by: April 14, 2025
compensation: n/a
location: New York, NY, US
about: The People’s Art, a group public art exhibition on billboard ad space in New York, NY, opening May 30, 2025. The People’s Art is an art of, and for, the people. This is the art of the commons, that shared space between the tyranny of privatization and the compromise of collectivity. $10 submission donation.
apply by: April 14, 2025
compensation: $27,400
location: Keller, TX, US
about: The City of Keller Public Arts Board and the Park Board have come together to form a subcommittee to oversee the design and installation of eight unique outdoor murals that shall be located at the Keller Sports Park south and west walls. The group seeks a digital artist to design each mural. Eligible artists must reside in Texas.
apply by: April 15, 2025
compensation: $10,050
location: Palmdale, CA, US
about: Pelona Vista Park has approximately 30 developed acres and includes ten lighted soccer fields, a fitness court, and a one-mile walking path. Murals will be painted on the two staircases that access the north fields. The themes for this project are health and wellness, sportsmanship, and community pride. Artist must reside in the State of California.
apply by: April 15, 2025
compensation: $37,000
location: Pompano Beach, FL, US
about: The City of Pompano Beach will commission an artist/artist team for a work for hire project for the design and installation of a mural located on the west exterior wall. The mural should depict themes of Pompano Beach and the surrounding area including ideas like fishing, boating, beaches, and sunny blue skies.
apply by: April 15, 2025
compensation: $20,000
location: US
about: The Anonymous Was A Woman Environmental Art Grants (AWAW EAG) provides grants of up to $20,000 to environmental art projects led by women-identifying artists in the United States and U.S. Territories.
apply by: ongoing
compensation: n/a
location: Los Angeles, CA, US
about: Looking for a great wall for your art? Register your interest to paint BE's community walls on Venice Blvd.
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