Surprise Arts invites West Valley Student Art Clubs and/or Science Clubs to submit ideas for free-standing sculptures created from recycled materials. Club leaders, educators and/or artists who work/volunteer directly with local student organizations are encouraged to apply. Selected concepts will be featured at the Roots of Creation: Arts and Nature Festival on January 30, 2027. Clubs who are interested in participating will be awarded a stiped that can be used for materials, artist fees, transportation and wages. All submissions must be family friendly and relate to the theme of nature and/or recycling. The recycled student sculptures will be a highlight of our festival - we're looking forward to your submissions and participation! 

Important Details:

• Call opens: 07/01/2026 at 12:00 a.m. MST
• Deadline: 10/30/2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST
• Artist Stipend: $500

Read the full call here: Request for Proposals: Recycled Student Sculptures

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Thanks for sharing your work with us!

We appreciate the time you put into your submission. Please review the expectations and eligibility below before submitting:

• This is a qualifications-based application open to West Valley Arizona-based artists, teachers, and club organizers only.
• Clubs and projects must be located and completed within the West Valley (defined as west of I-17 in the Metro Phoenix Region).
• One submission per club.
• Clubs must identify an Adult Lead Coordinator for the project. This can be a teacher, artist or club organizer.
• Do not submit completed works. Only submit ideas, vision boards, and/or concepts.
• Submissions must be clear and complete. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. 
• Work samples should reflect your concept, intention, and vision of your proposed idea.
•  AI-generated images are not permitted in submitted work samples or final artwork.  
•  Selected artists will be notified via email. 

See you in the submissions! 

— Surprise Arts