Public Art Commissions / Verified 10 September 2026
Metro Water Recovery seeks original 2D artwork for a vinyl wrap on a utility cabinet at the National Western Center and CSU Spur campus in Denver. The $500 award is free to enter; Colorado artists ages 16+ are eligible, with bonus consideration for Globeville and Elyria-Swansea residents. Deadline: September 13, 2026.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. September 13, 2026
“September 13, 2026”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. Free to apply
“Free”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. $500
“$500 stipend for winner”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Who can apply. All Colorado artists ages 16+; artists under 18 require parent/guardian submission. Artists at all career levels welcome. Metro encourages participation from residents of Globeville and Elyria-Swansea neighborhoods (bonus points given).
How they choose.
“Selection committee of Metro employees and community partners will select 3-5 finalists based on artwork criteria and aesthetic appeal. Public voting determines final winner. Residents of target neighborhoods receive bonus points.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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