The Wing Walk Collective

Application: 

Materials to be submitted include: 

  • One Letter of Intent outlining any accomplishments as an artist, your interest in this project, and a narrative description of your proposed design (Maximum 2 pages) 

  • One full-color concept image that is drawn, painted, digital, or printed on the form at the end of this proposal request. 

Submissions must be complete or will not be reviewed. All applications will be reviewed by a committee that is composed of community members, the building owners, the project manager, and other community partners. 

Please note, Healthy Klamath and its affiliates will not be responsible for loss or damage of artist materials used in the application. Materials submitted with this application will not be returned.  

Project Scope:  

Install 2-3 signature “wing” murals—designed for photo engagement—on façades along pre-approved walls throughout downtown (current locations will include Zack’s Bike Shop, Sky Lakes Wellness Center, and Healthy Klamath). With multiple murals being installed, artists will be selected for each available space, and will be asked to paint on brick, cement, or wood. Artists will be responsible for purchasing materials and will be reimbursed at the end of the project. Each artist will be allowed up to $500 in reimbursable expenses. Artists will be paid $1500 as a stipend for their time and effort. Artists will be paid upon delivery of the art. Artists will be required to paint using outdoor style paint mediums such as acrylic, latex, oil-based, or enamel paints. 

Equipment provided on request (ei. Chairs, ladder, etc.). Art will be expected to be completed prior to or day of May 15th, 2026. Artists who fail to deliver the final product by the deadline will forfeit their stipends. 

Each mural will depict whimsical winged or feathered creatures inspired by Klamath Falls’ unique wildlife and landscapes. Design examples might include butterfly wings filled with scenes of Crater Lake or owl wings connecting Oregon Institute of Technology to downtown. These interactive works will serve as both photo opportunities and walking pin points, drawing residents and visitors alike.

Project Timeline: 

Application Posted: January 12th, 2026 

Application Due: March 13th, 2026 

Applicants Selected: March 20th, 2026 

Mandatory Artist Meeting: March 25th, 2026 

Installation Period: April-May 

Final Product to be Delivered: May 15th, 2026 

 

Thank you for your interest in our project!

For questions about the project, please reach out to

Taylor Hampton at taylor.hampton@healthyklamath.org  

The Wing Walk Collective aims to promote healthy movement and a blend of interactive art in the downtown corridor. This partnership between the Klamath Falls Downtown Association and Healthy Klamath is in its first stages of turning blank slates downtown into interactive wall art. The goal of this is to foster cultural identity, promote physical activity, and engage the public in interactive art installations. 

In phase 1, the project will transform parts of main street with the installation of 3-5 “wings” murals to encourage locals and visitors alike to walk, explore, and engage in our downtown corridor in a fresh and playful way. We’re hoping to accomplish this through wings, feathers, and creatures alike, all renditions welcoming and fostering Klamath Falls culture. Each selected artist will have the opportunity to determine the theme and how to accomplish this in their own unique style.

This project is in partnership between Healthy Klamath and the Klamath Falls Downtown Association.

See how other communities have done it

credit @KelseyMontagueArt