Kaleidoscope
Public Art Collaboratory

January-May 2027

Kaleidoscope is Creative Nomads’ artist-centered workforce and professional development initiative preparing emerging muralists and youth artists for paid, professional public art opportunities.

Through technical training, community engagement, creative business development, and collaborative art making, participants build the skills and relationships to create meaningful public art and sustain their careers.

  • 10 emerging muralists develop technical, professional, and relational skills.

  • 5 youth apprentices gain hands-on experience in mural production and community-centered art.

  • Seven structured workshops plus mural installation labs.

  • Training spans mural fundamentals, design, technique, business, community engagement, and career strategy.

Key Dates

Informational Session
November 23, 2026 - 6pm

Application Deadline
November 30, 2026 - 11:59pm EST

Artist Notifications
December 14, 2026

Orientation
January 14, 2027 - 6-7:30pm

Workshops, Mural Installation Labs & Events
January 23, 2027 - 12-4pm
January 30, 2027 - 12-4pm
February 6, 2027 - 12-4pm
February 20, 2027 - 12-4pm
March 6, 2027 - 12-4pm
March 20, 2027 - 12-4pm
March 27, 2027 - 12-4pm
April 12-25, 2027 - Mural Installation Days on Weekday Afternoons & Weekends
May 1, 2027 - 12-4pm
May 8, 2027 - 12-4pm

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FAQ

  • "I now have a community of artists who share resources, collaborate, and encourage each other."

    Kaleidoscope 2025 Participant

  • “I got some great tips and I made connections that have made me more confident going forward, creating proposals to fund my own work rather than waiting for opportunities to come to me in the public art realm."

    Kaleidoscope 2025 Participant

  • “The energy, intention, and effort everyone brought made this an unforgettable experience."

    Kaleidoscope 2025 Participant

Kaleidoscope
Partner with us.

Join Creative Nomads in supporting the people, skills and infrastructure behind public art. Invest in Baltimore’s creative workforce today.

Our sponsorship and partnership opportunities directly support:

  • Artist stipends and professional fees.

  • Youth apprenticeship compensation.

  • Teaching artists, facilitators, and technical instruction.

  • Training supplies, equipment, and mural materials.

  • Community engagement and collaborative design process.

  • Restorative workshops and professional development.

  • Mural production, installation, and documentation.

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