ONE DAYTONA Art Festival 2024
Mobile Mural Competition 

DETAILS

Artists may begin painting on Friday, April 5, 2024 at 10AM and must be complete by Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 3PM. Awards will be announced on the stage in Victory Circle at ONE DAYTONA on Sunday, April 7, 2024 around 4:30PM.

PRIZES

First Prize - $750 & Gallery500 exhibit
Second Place - $500
Viewer’s Choice – $350

JUDGES

Bryce Hammond, Volusia County Schools Visual Arts Specialist
Artist Statement: My work documents evidence of human interactions in man-made environments through first-hand observation. This data is compiled to pollinate and present diverse techniques of expression including participatory installation, voyeuristic sound and documentation through paintings and other art objects.

Bradley Moody, Chair, MCCMEA – School of Digital Media Production and Associate Professor at Daytona State College, Digital and Interactive Media Production
Artist Bio: Brad Moody received his M.F.A in Electronic Arts from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) and his B.S in Art Education from Skidmore College. Brad spent 10 years in industry working as an Interactive Designer, Broadcast Designer, Advertising Designer, Art Director and Associate Broadcast Producer. Brad has worked solely in Higher Education for the past 12 years teaching all aspects of digital media courses including but not limited to, video, sound, interactive, performance, graphic design and photography. Brad has presented on numerous occasions regarding digital media and technology integration in higher education. Brad has been involved in industry juried service with Adobe, PromaxBDA, ISEA and belongs to a variety of associations such as, Broadcast Design Association (PromaxBDA), The Society for Electro-Acoustic Music, AIGA, American Institute of Graphic Arts and the International Society for Technology in Education. 

ARTISTS

Tiff Urquhart
Tiff Urquhart is a Contemporary Artist based on the East Coast where she is concentrated on environmental and social activism. Growing up in Florida, Tiff has practiced in the field of visual arts since childhood with inspiration stemming from the unique surrounding of natural landscape. Tiff attended Flagler College in St. Augustine, FL where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design and Fine Art. Urquhart's achievements include hundreds of commission pieces across the country including working with clients such as Philadelphia 76ers, Philadelphia Eagles, Philadelphia Int'l Airport, Mural Arts Philadelphia, West Elm, VisitPhilly, and several local businesses. While in high school, Urquhart's works were on display in the US Capitol Building in Washington DC. Urquhart is currently focusing on street art and art activism within the surrounding community, while looking forward to advancing and expanding her art career. 

Catherine Kelly (Katt Kelly)
As a second-generation artist with 25 years of professional experience, I have established myself as an internationally renowned and award-winning muralist. My vibrant and dynamic artworks are a celebration of color, life, and creativity, reflecting my disdain for anything mundane or dull. Drawing inspiration from my life experiences and a philosophy of living life to the fullest, my art captures the essence of joy, energy, and authenticity. I am deeply influenced by genuine individuals and value integrity in both my work and personal interactions. Through my art, I aim to bring positivity, vibrancy, and a sense of wonder to all who experience it.

Steven Belisle (aka East Mental)
Steven Belisle is known as East Mental. A local of Flagler Beach is work can be seen in public places such as the Funky Pelican chalkboard, European Village in Palm Coast or a in a collector’s beach house. Known for his iconic Florida subjects, East is a true street artist, favoring spray paint as his media of choice.

Tracie Harris Thompson - FIRST PLACE WINNER for 2024
For Tracie Harris Thompson, to see is to be inspired. The diverse scope of subject and style in her body of work belies the myriad observations she’s made on her journeys as a flight attendant. While a Visual Arts major at Florida State University, Tracie focused on drawing, painting, and printmaking. Vividly realistic with a whimsical twist, her works carry with them the influences Tracie has gathered from around the world. 
Tracie’s work has been retailed through Saks Fifth Avenue-Folio Magazine. They have also been featured or displayed in Southern Living magazine, multiple Jacksonville Symphony Showhouse projects, galleries, restaurants, and published through Wild Apple Graphics. 
A Jacksonville native, Tracie now enjoys painting from her home studio there, where she works on commissions and private pieces of art. She specializes in watercolor on paper, acrylics on canvas, decorative arts (acrylic on furniture), and large-scale murals.

EJ Nieves - PEOPLES CHOICE for 2024
EJ Nieves is a Florida based artist who resides in Ocala Florida and received a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from the University of Central Florida. He has been a professional artist for 10 years and has primarily focused on abstract expressionism on canvas and uses his training as a graphic designer to create visuals that are rich in compositional complexity and depth. His mural work started about 5 years ago when he realized his love and appreciation for larger works. Nieves believes that murals are a pivotal piece of the puzzle in bringing dynamic and larger than life visual experiences to the public eye on a massive scale. Nieves has close to 20 murals in the central Florida area. When Nieves is not in his downtown Ocala studio / gallery he enjoys mentoring up and coming K-12 artists. Nieves believes that teaching an aspiring artist the key elements within art business education as early as possible is a pivotal piece to an artists success within their career. You can learn more about Nieves’ work by following his social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram & Tik Tok on @TheArtOfEJNieves 

Lydia Ritter (aka Lido Arts) - SECOND PLACE WINNER for 2024
Lydia Ritter is a 22 year old Florida based artist also known as Lidoarts. She creates a variety of art ranging from murals to logos and sticker designs. Her flagship brand is Lidoarts, and she has recently launched a creative collective called Two or More Creative in which the artist hosts art camps. Ritter has always had a passion for art and for sharing the joys of art.