Utility Box Art Program

The City of Foster City and the Foster City Parks and Recreation Department are seeking artists to showcase their artwork by painting or vinyl wrapping utility boxes located throughout Foster City as part of a pilot utility box art program. The goals of the project are to enhance the beauty and vibrancy of Foster City, deter unsightly graffiti on utility boxes, and bring art to unexpected places.

Four (4)  sets of utility boxes have been selected to be adorned with artwork as part of the pilot program. Two sets of utility boxes will be painted by the selected artists and two sets will have artists’ artwork transferred to vinyl wrap and applied to the utility boxes. All aspects of the pilot program will be assessed by the City to determine if the program will be adopted as a permanent program.

Eligibility:
While all adults and youth are invited to apply for this program, priority will be given to artists that live, work, or attend school in Foster City. Artists may enlist assistants or art instructors to help them complete the project. All entries must be an original design and artwork of the entrant must be suitable for viewing by people of all ages and backgrounds.

Timeline:
Applications will be accepted beginning September 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024.  Below is the timeline. Please note that the schedule is subject to change.

Application Process:
1. Review Call for Artists information packet.
2. Review Utility Box Location Options document and complete Design Template.
3.  Submit application using link below by December 31, 2024.  Be sure to upload the following items: 

• Concept Drawing using Design Template
• Artist Statement
• Resume
• Examples of previous work

4. Selected artists notified in February 2025.