Utah's Hogle Zoo is excited to announce the artists for Wonders of Wildlife Mural Project.
We want to extend a huge, heartfelt thank you to all those who applied to Utah’s Hogle Zoo Wonders of Wildlife Mural Project. We were genuinely moved by both the number and quality of submissions we received. More than 350 artists applied, and reviewing each proposal was thoughtful, energizing, and a powerful reminder of how much talent, care, and personal investment exists well beyond what we’re able to support at any one time.
Congratulations to the following artists!
Mackenzie Donovan
David Malan
Scott Lance
Kruttika Susarla
Chris Peterson
These artists will commence work on grounds during zoo hours on Monday, May 11 and each mural should be complete by the end of May. We encourage guests to come observe this incredible opportunity of art in action.
For those artists not selected, we hope this is not goodbye. The zoo values creativity and connection, and we would love to stay aware of your work as future opportunities arise. Our hope is that this mural project is just the beginning of many ways we can engage with the creative community.
Thank you again to all those who have been engaged and supportive of this new creative endeavor!
Call for Entry | Utah's Hogle Zoo Mural Project
Wonders of Wildlife
Utah’s Hogle Zoo invites Utah professional artists to lend their vision to one of Utah’s most beloved spaces. Thanks to a generous grant from the Utah Arts & Museums and National Endowment for the Arts, we are commissioning five original murals to be painted on zoo grounds — celebrating the intersection of art, community, and wildlife. This is a rare opportunity to create lasting, large-scale work that inspires wonder in visitors of all ages while championing the animals we work so hard to protect.
This project is supported in part by Utah Arts & Museums, with funding from the State of Utah and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Project Theme: Wonders of Wildlife
Artist Compensation: $5,000–$10,000 (based on mural location and square footage). All materials costs will be covered separately from artist compensation.
Key Dates:
- Submissions accepted: March 3–31
- Artist Selections & Notification: Early April
- Mural installation: May 11–31
- Artist reception: June 3
How to Apply: Submit the following for consideration:
- A sample mock-up featuring an animal from the zoo that demonstrates your style
- Links to your portfolio and past work
Eligibility: Open to professional Utah artists. Selected artists must be available for on-site installation May 11–31 and the artist reception on June 3.
Selected artists will be engaged as independent contractors and will be required to sign a contract and liability waiver prior to project commencement. Additional details, requirements, and parameters will be provided to chosen artists.
Submit your materials by March 31.
