NEWBIE Muralist Application 2026

2026 NEWBIE Muralist Application
6TH ANNUAL SUNNY DAYZ MURAL FESTIVAL
Saturday, May 30, 2026
The Lilac District | Claremore, OK

PLEASE READ FULL DESCRIPTION BEFORE APPLYING!

***This is for artists WITHOUT previous mural experience wishing to paint a wall at the 2026 Sunny Dayz event on MAY 30, 2026***

"NEWBIE" = no past mural experience OR limited past mural experience. For example, if you have painted less than 3 murals and/or majority of them have not been in "your style" (i.e. a business has hired you to paint their logo, etc..) you would qualify as a NEWBIE and this is the right application!

APPLICATION TIMELINE
- January 11, 2026 at midnight CST - Deadline to apply.
- February 28 - Notifications sent via email. All applicants will be contacted about their application status.
REQUIREMENTS
- Artists must be 18+ and identify as a woman or gender minority.
- Artists are required to be present in Claremore, OK during the festival on May 30, 2026.
- Artists are expected to be in Claremore the week prior (May 23-29) to start and complete their wall.
- In an effort to include as many artists as possible, preference will be given to those who have not yet painted with us.
ARTIST TEAMS

Artist teams are welcome! Please read the following:
- You do not have to be an already established team (in other words you are welcome to apply as a team even if you have never formally painted together)
- Teams only need to submit one application.
REVIEW

Applications will be reviewed by a selections committee comprised of 7-10 arts and community professionals. Applications will recieve points based on the following criteria:
- Following the submission guidelines. PLEASE thoroughly read all information and/or instructions before applying.
- Alignment with our mission & values
- Artistic direction and merit of past work
Got questions? Check out our FAQ page or the ASL video of the application. If you still have questions or need assistance with this application, please email info@sunnydayzmuralfest.com.
Name *

First NameLast Name
How do you pronounce your name? (optional)
Pronouns*
Email (our primary form of communication):*

Confirmation Emailexample@example.com
Phone Number*
Applying as:*

A solo artistAn artist team
Enter the first and last names, pronouns, and email addresses of all other team members:*
Artist Moniker or Team Name (if applicable)
Birthday (to be eligible, artists must be 18 years or older)*

MonthDayYear
Please select ONE:*

Local Artist (I currently live in Oklahoma)National Artist (I currently DO NOT live in Oklahoma but DO live in the United States)International Artist (I currently live outside of the United States)
Current residence? *

Street Address

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Website(s)
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I am available to be present at the festival event in Claremore, OK all day on May 30, 2026.*

YesNo
Please upload 5-8 examples of previous work that visually represents your practice and the style of mural you plan to paint at Sunny Dayz:*

preferred file types: jpg, jpeg, png
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Would you be willing to collaborate with another artist chosen by the selections committee if a solo wall is not available?*

YesNo
Why do you want to participate in the 2026 Sunny Dayz Mural Festival?*
Can you share a story about a time you created art that brought you joy or reaffirmed your passion as an artist?*
Is there anything else you would like us to know?
Demographic Info

Demographic information plays no role in the selection process. It is used exclusively for internal grant reporting and to inform the planning of future festivals.
What language(s) are you fluent in?*
I identify as 2SLGBTQIA+*

YesNoPrefer not to answer
Do you identify as a person with a disability?*

YesNoPrefer not to sayOther
Which of the following categories best describes your disability? (select all that apply):*

N/AMobility or physical disabilityMental health conditionDeaf or hard of hearingCognitive disability (e.g., learning disability, autism)Chronic illness or conditionBlind or low visionPrefer not to answerOther
Do you have any accessibility needs or concerns?
I identify as (select all that apply):*

AsianBlack or African AmericanHispanic or LatinoNative American or Alaska NativeNative Hawaiian or Other Pacific IslandsWhitePrefer not to answer
If you are an enrolled citizen of a tribal nation, please specify:
Other tribal affiliation(s):
How did you hear about Sunny Dayz?*
LAST QUESTION! Hit us with three words that describe you:*
Sunny Dayz Mural Fest is a massive labor of love put together by an incredible team of volunteers. To bring the 2026 event to fruition, we need to raise $302,725 (of which more than 60% goes directly to paying artists, including performers, at the festival). If you have a few dollars to spare, please consider supporting this extraordinary (and history-making) celebration of creativity and community in Oklahoma! Your generosity can make a huge difference—every contribution, no matter the amount, is deeply valued.

Please note, donations are voluntary and will have no impact on the outcome of your application.

(p.s. we are proud to inform you that Sunny Dayz, Inc is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) charity, making your donation tax-deductible)

Join us in making Sunny Dayz 2026 an unforgettable experience!

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2026 NEWBIE Muralist Application

6TH ANNUAL SUNNY DAYZ MURAL FESTIVAL
Saturday, May 30, 2026
The Lilac District | Claremore, OK

PLEASE READ FULL DESCRIPTION BEFORE APPLYING!

This is for artists WITHOUT previous mural experience wishing to paint a wall at the 2026 Sunny Dayz event on MAY 30, 2026

Demographic Info

Payment Methods

2026 NEWBIE Muralist Application

6TH ANNUAL SUNNY DAYZ MURAL FESTIVALSaturday, May 30, 2026The Lilac District | Claremore, OK

PLEASE READ FULL DESCRIPTION BEFORE APPLYING!

***This is for artists WITHOUT previous mural experience wishing to paint a wall at the 2026 Sunny Dayz event on MAY 30, 2026***

Demographic Info

Payment Methods

6TH ANNUAL SUNNY DAYZ MURAL FESTIVAL
Saturday, May 30, 2026
The Lilac District | Claremore, OK

This is for artists WITHOUT previous mural experience wishing to paint a wall at the 2026 Sunny Dayz event on MAY 30, 2026