Winchester-Frederick County Seeks Artists for Tourism Vehicle Wrap Design

Local artists invited to showcase the region's people, landscapes, culture, and experiences in a public art contest.

Mar. 26, 2026 at 11:21pm

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The Winchester-Frederick County Convention & Visitors Bureau is inviting local artists age 18 and older to participate in a public art contest to design a custom wrap for the Tourism Department's vehicle. The winning design will transform the vehicle into a moving canvas, promoting the area as a vibrant visitor destination.

Why it matters

This project aims to celebrate the region's sense of place through the eyes of the local creative community, supporting local talent while also sharing an authentic story of Winchester-Frederick County with visitors.

The details

Artists will go through a three-stage process beginning with a portfolio submission. Up to five finalists will be selected to develop paid design proposals, with one winner chosen to complete the wrap-ready design. The winning artwork and the artist's name will be featured on the Tourism Department vehicle as it travels throughout the region and beyond.

  • The call for artists opens on Monday, March 30, 2026.
  • The final design will be selected within approximately a one-month timeframe.

The players

Winchester-Frederick County Convention & Visitors Bureau

The official tourism and film office representing the city of Winchester, Frederick County, and all towns within. The bureau is funded through lodging tax revenues generated by tourism spending in each locality.

Justin Kerns

The executive director of the Winchester-Frederick County CVB.

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What they’re saying

“This project is about celebrating our sense of place through the eyes of the creative community who live, work and go to school here. By inviting artists to tap into their local pride of what makes Winchester-Frederick County such a great place to call home, we're not only supporting local talent, but also sharing an authentic story of our region wherever this vehicle goes.”

— Justin Kerns, Executive Director, Winchester-Frederick County CVB

What’s next

Selected artists will receive stipends at the second and third stages of the contest process. Full contest details, eligibility requirements, and submission instructions are available at www.visitwinchesterva.com/partners.

The takeaway

This public art contest is an innovative way for the Winchester-Frederick County region to showcase its vibrant local culture and creative community, while also promoting the area as a premier tourism destination through a unique and eye-catching vehicle wrap design.