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2026 Chalk Artist Application

Thank you for your interest in joining us as a featured artist at Fall for You! If you have any questions about the event or chalk art competition, please reach out to Lexy Kingsbaker at LKingsbaker@arapahoegov.com.

What we’re looking for:

  • Artists of all ages that specialize in chalk art- Teams of two welcome!
  • Create (1) completed mural on Saturday, October 24, 2026

If selected, featured artists will receive:

  • $100 stipend.
  • 10’x10’ booth to sell and/or display your masterpieces (not required).
  • Access to Artist Lounge; complimentary snacks and beverages.
  • Two complimentary tickets to Fall for You (per artist or team).
  • Exposure to Fall for You community.
Other Details:
  • Chalking spaces are located outdoors.
  • Artists must start and complete their selected piece during the outlined times below
    • Saturday, October 24 - Festival times are 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. All pieces need to be completed before 3:30 p.m.
  • Size Requirements for Chalk Pieces:
    • Maximum 9' x 9'
    • Minimum 6' x 6'
Fan Favorite Pieces!
  • Each attendee will get a chance to vote on their favorite artwork at Fall for You.
  • There will be two categories, ages 18 and under and 18+.
  • Votes will done through a QR code that each artist will have at their space.
  • All votes will be calculated in the final hour of the event and the winner will be announced shortly after.
  • Our fan favorites each day will be presented with a $100 prize and winner's ribbon!

Contact Information

Artist Options

Artist Category

Artist Bio

Please submit a short bio to be featured on our website! We would love for our guests to know the artist behind the art. Please limit to 150 words.
Artist Bio

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Do's and Don'ts

We are so excited to work with you! And watch as your murals come to life. Just a couple reminders as you are preparing your masterpieces:
  • Please refrain from including any of the following in your mural
    • Paraphernalia (keep it G-rated)
    • Depictions of violence
    • Politics
  • Murals should be original pieces
  • Artists must be actively working on their piece throughout the festival. The fun for our guests is to watch "art in action"!
  • Festival times are 11am-4pm. All pieces need to be completed before 3:30pm.
  • Sign ups & final artwork should be submitted to lkingsbaker@arapahoegov.com no later than October 5.

Artist W9

To process your stipend, all artists will need to submit a completed W9. Please note, any W9's submitted after October 5, 2026 will not be guaranteed to have a check onsite. Thank you for your understanding with this!
Artist W9
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