CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – The City of Clarksville’s Parks + Recreation Department is once again seeking entries for its Art on the Park contest. This contest takes place every two years in an effort to beautify the Heritage Park Skate Park and to deter graffiti.
We’re looking for your creative submission – a drawing, painting, and new this year – music samples! Not only will winning artists be able to paint their artwork on the skate park walls, but winning musicians will be able to perform live at the Art on the Park event on Saturday, October 15 at the Heritage Park Skate Park, located at 1241 Peacher’s Mill Road.
Prizes will be awarded to multiple winners in two age groups, ages 12-19 and 19-25. Entries can be submitted online at www.cityofclarksville.com/artonthepark or in-person at the Clarksville Parks + Recreation Department, located at 102 Public Square. Deadline to enter is September 18. There is no fee to enter.
Artists: Winners will receive a $25 cash prize, custom t-shirt featuring their design, and the opportunity to paint their artwork on a pre-selected skate park wall. A mentor will be provided by Art Link to assist with the painting. All supplies will be provided.
Musicians: Any musicians, bands or solo artists are eligible to participate. A competition will be held at Wicked Good Sandwiches on September 24 for all musicians. Winners will receive a free E.P. recording and the opportunity to perform live on October 15.
Guests to the Art on the Park event on October 15 will be able to talk to artists about their work on display, listen to live performances by the musicians, and enjoy skate demos and clinics. The event is free and open to the public. Food and drink will be available to purchase. All are welcome to attend.
For more information regarding the Art on the Park Contest, contact Clarksville Parks + Recreation or check out www.cityofclarksville.com/artonthepark.