Utility Cabinet Art Contest

Artwork Criteria

• Connects to Metro’s mission to protect the region’s health and environment by cleaning water and recovering resources. Learn more about Metro’s work on Metro’s website.

• Family-friendly with no logos, political or religious references.

• Space must be included for a QR code and Metro’s logo (clearly visible from ~10 feet away)

• Preference is for near full coverage, similar to a mural, which will minimize negative space.

About the cabinet

Location: Near 48th and Bettie Cram Dr. at the National Western Center and CSU Spur campus.

Size: 6’ wide by 6’ tall by 3’ deep

Community Highlights

The cabinet is located in Denver at the National Western Center and CSU Spur campus. The cabinet is along Bettie Cram Dr along the border of Globeville and Elyria-Swansea neighborhoods. Here are some highlights about Metro’s partners and the surrounding communities:

• National Western Center

• A year-round urban hub for food and agricultural discovery and innovation, Western heritage and culture.
   

• CSU Spur

• A free, public learning destination that strives to connect urban and rural communities by bringing awareness and appreciation of the food system, water, and health.
   

• Globeville, Elyria-Swansea Neighborhoods

• In the late 1800s, the smelting and meatpacking industries thrived along the South Platte River. A strong industrial presence remains, as does an established and diverse residential community.

Selection Process

The art selection committee consisting of Metro employees and community partners will review all submissions and select a small group of 3 -5 finalists. Scoring will be based on the criteria outlined in the Artwork Criteria section above, along with overall aesthetic appeal. As this art will reside in the Globeville, Elyria-Swansea neighborhoods, submissions from those living in this area will be given bonus points in the scoring process.

The top designs will be announced to the public, and anyone will have the opportunity to vote once for their favorite online.

Cabinet Schematic and Photos

Please view the linked site plan to review the schematic and photos as you design your artwork. Artwork will be displayed on the front, back, sides and top of the cabinet (note: please anticipate minor changes to your art to accommodate the wrapping process).