Call for Mural Artists: Spirits of Renewal – The Artistic Alchemy of Women in Distilling and Regenerative Agriculture
Now accepting applications!
Mural Theme
- Regenerative Agriculture
- Chemistry of Distilling
- Women in Distilling
Mural Location
101 S. Dickinson St., Madison, WI 53703 Southeast facing exterior wall, facing State Line Distillery
Mural Dimensions
Approximately 15 feet high by 50 feet wide
Final Installation Date
September 30, 2024
Compensation
The artist will receive up to $20,000 towards the project. Funds are intended to cover all expenses, such as materials, supplies, insurance, and travel costs. Funding for the artwork is generously provided by Exact Sciences.
Project Overview
The mural intends to highlight regenerative agriculture sciences, the chemistry of distilling, the contributions of female distillers, and the Wisconsin farm landscapes. It will be designed by the selected artist(s) in collaboration with the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery (WID), UW-Madison, State Line Distillery, and other designated scientists. The mural’s title will be decided and agreed upon later.
Science to Street Art murals creatively blend public art with scientific education, promoting science literacy through a fusion of science and art. This initiative is a partnership between WID’s Illuminating Discovery Hub, Science to Street Art, and State Line Distillery.
Artist Selection Process
The Science to Street Art review committee, comprising UW–Madison researchers, artists, and community stakeholders, will select a local artist or group of artists. The chosen artist will collaborate with the panel to finalize the mural concept, with scientists providing subject matter expertise.
The mural process will begin on July 20, 2024, and is to be completed by September 30, 2024. The mural unveiling and celebration event will coincide with the Wisconsin Science Festival (WSF), held from October 14-20, 2024. This year’s WSF theme is Agriculture! Learn more at wisconsinsciencefest.org.
The mural will be created in a street art style and designed to be suitable for K-12 students and the general public. A finalized mural draft will be approved by the Science to Street Art committee, which will provide feedback and consent before installation.
Application Information
Emerging and established Wisconsin artists are encouraged to apply. Non-Wisconsin residents may still be considered. Selection criteria include the quality of artwork, artistic excellence, creativity, originality, and technical skill. We aim to choose a dynamic artist or artist group whose work can best represent the diversity of our scientific community and disciplines while acknowledging the strengths and values of Wisconsin-based distilling and agriculture.
Please note: Applicants must be available from July 20 through September 30, 2024, for workshop attendance, mural creation, and completion.
Deadline for submissions: 11:00 PM, July 7, 2024.
For more information about Science to Street Art, please contact Andrew Hanus