The City of Brighton is excited to continue its initiative of transforming traffic signal boxes into vibrant public art installations across the community. Building on the success of projects completed in 2024 and 2025, this project invites artists to create imaginative designs that enhance neighborhood identity, turn everyday spaces into creative landmarks, and encourage engaging conversations within our community. 

Six traffic signal boxes have been strategically selected for this project, ensuring a widespread and accessible showcase for the selected artworks. Artwork will be on display for at least two years. 

The call is open to individual artists, artist teams, or community groups with a designated lead artist. Professional and non-professional artists, including emerging artists and students, may apply. Submissions will be divided into two categories for selection: 18 and older (adult) and 17 and under (youth). At least one traffic box will be exclusive to the youth category; however, the judging committee may select more. 

Six pieces of art will be selected and placed on weather-resistant vinyl printing. Each artist or artist team will receive a $500 honorarium. All artists must reside or work in the Denver metro area. 

Details on how to submit your original artwork, as well as the design guidelines and the selection process, can be found on the Traffic Box Mural webpage. Deadline to submit is April 5. 

Artwork is anticipated to be installed this summer. For more information about the project or to submit artwork for consideration, visit www.brightonco.gov/trafficboxmurals or contact Public Art Coordinator Hannah Wold at hwold@brightonco.gov.