Lighting kiosk art contest

The City of Prince George is seeking an artist to use spray paint to transform a standard lighting kiosk box into public art. Once painted, the lighting kiosk will be installed on the north side of Massey Drive, across from the Pine Centre Mall Starbucks location. The City will provide the spray paint needed in a variety of colours, access to the kiosk box for painting (supervised or unsupervised depending on artist age), access to our shop for the painting to take place, and a $200 Visa gift card as reimbursement for your time and talent.

Complete the webform at the bottom of this page before 5 p.m. on July 3, 2025 to apply.

Eligibility

• Open to artists of all skill levels (amateur or professional).
• Must be a resident of Prince George and 16+ years of age.
• Group submissions are welcome, but only one Visa gift card will be awarded.

Design parameters

• Artwork must be original and suitable for public display.
• Designs should be family-friendly and free from offensive, political, or commercial content.
• The design must cover all visible sides of the box: front, back, and both sides (top optional). The box is 18" deep, 30" wide, and 60" tall.
• Artists must use spray paint only (we will provide the paint and materials).
• Designs should consider visibility in an outdoor setting (e.g., bold colours).

Submission requirements

• Submit a sketch or digital mock-up of your proposed design.
• Include a short description (up to 250 words) explaining your concept.
• Provide your name, age, and contact information.

Selection process

• A panel of judges will review submissions based on creativity, originality, and fit for the location.
• The selected artist will be notified by mid-July.

Additional notes

• Painting must be completed within an agreed timeline (e.g., 1-2 days).
• The City reserves the right to make minor adjustments to the design for safety or appropriateness.
• The City will retain photos and the right to promote the final artwork through its media channels.