CALL for ART: 2027 Winter Waltz Poster

Create POSTER ART for Garfield’s WINTER WALTZ

The Winter Waltz is an annual community celebration and fundraiser for Garfield music programs. Garfield orchestras provide music for an evening of dancing enjoyed by students, staff and parents alike.

Theme for 2027: Artist’s Life

DEADLINE: MON, October 26

Final art will be used to publicize the Waltz in print and social media:
– Posters
– Program cover
– Web, Facebook and Instagram

SUBMISSION: Send a simple digital file or digital photo of your submission by MONDAY, 10/26 to: arts@garfieldptsa.org

Mr. Sessink (music) or Ms. West (art) can forward your work from an SPS email address if needed.

FINAL ART must be adaptable to a 11×17 poster image size at 300dpi (3300 x 5100 pixels)
We can work with you to format, scan or photograph final design for use in the poster and program and social media.

– can be full color or black & white
– Traditional art or digital or photography – NO A.I.
– Imagery or text/font or both. The final poster will incorporate event information and sponsoring logos.

We are looking for imaginative concepts and imagery with the potential to create a strong, attractive design. A professional designer will adapt chosen work for use in the poster and programs. You can be as involved in this process as you wish!

Possible inspiration:
– Dance and waltzing, music, orchestra, instruments, musicians, life in Vienna, art, artists
– Historical reference: Johannes Straus II

The winning entry or entries will receive: 
– Written credit on posters and programs
– Copies of printed and digital materials for portfolio use
– $100 honorarium

Contact arts@garfieldptsa.org if you have questions, or need assistance.

Thank you. We look forward to seeing your work!

Examples of past Winter Waltz posters: