The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation (ABSF), also known as the Birkie, is seeking an experienced outdoor muralist/s for a mural at Mt. Telemark Village in Cable, WI. This call is for the creation of a site-specific mural that reflects themes of nature, community, cross country skiing, running, mountain biking, active lifestyles, and site history at Mt. Telemark over time. The ABSF is interested in either one artist/team to complete the total work, or up to three artists/teams to design the work in segments. This mural will enhance the area’s visual landscape, preserve the legacy of the property, engage and inspire the community.
The Birkie Mural Committee is the selection panel for this mural project. The committee is composed of nine individuals: artists, ABSF staff, donors, arts, culture, ski and bike enthusiasts. This committee will ensure that the Artists’ vision and proposal are responsive to the call’s priorities. Upon review of the applications, the selection panel will choose and invite up to five Artist Finalists to develop and submit a project proposal. Artist Finalists will be invited to present their proposals to the selection panel. Upon submitting the finished proposal, Artist Finalists will receive a $500-$750 fee for their work. The selection panel will then select up to three artists to move forward with the 2027 Mt. Telemark Village Hub Mural commission.
The Mt Telemark Village Hub Mural project focuses on 3 mural segments that illustrate the life of the property and its uses. The three mural segments will be:
1. Natural History of the Land and its Native Peoples
2. History of Mt. Telemark and Skiing
3. Present and Future of Mt. Telemark Village and its Activities
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