Ketchikan area Artists and Creatives have been inspiring the communities of this area since the beginning. Whether it is beautifully engineered and created halibut hooks, or the magnificent totem poles of the area, to the stories, poetry and drawings for the inception of the Alaska Magazine, to the creation and evolution of Wearable Art in Alaska artists continue to make the world we live in meaningful and joyful.
Call to Artists - KRBD
KRBD invites artists to submit an original design for our 50th Birthday Party! On May 23, 2026, we will celebrate 50 years of community radio in Southern Southeast Alaska with Live Day performances and an evening dance party at the Ted Ferry Civic Center. The selected design will be featured in event publicity and printed on commemorative merchandise.
Guidelines
· All mediums are accepted. Submit physical artwork or digital files that can be reproduced clearly on shirts and print materials.
· Design must be new and not shown previously. No prior public display or commercial use.
· Required text: “KRBD Community Radio,” “2026,” “50 years,” and “Ketchikan, Alaska.”
· Original work only. No AI-generated designs, stock elements, or third-party trademarks.
· Camera-ready: Provide clean linework and high contrast so the design prints well on shirts and posters.
· Digital format: Preferred scalable vector file (EPS or PDF). High-resolution JPG is acceptable.
· Contact info required: Include your name, mailing address, phone, and email with your submission.
How to Submit
Drop off physical artwork:
· KRBD, 1101 Copper Ridge Lane, Ketchikan, AK 99901
· Email digital submissions: linda@krbd.org
· Deadline: Monday, December 10, 2025, 5:00 p.m. AKST.
Selection and Prize
· Selection committee: A diverse committee of community members will review all eligible entries and select one design.
· Prize: $500 honorarium for the chosen design, plus KRBD merch and bragging rights.
Rights and Credits
· Copyright: KRBD will hold the copyright to the winning design.
· Credit: The artist will be credited on KRBD channels and event materials where feasible.
Artwork Return
Unselected physical artwork will be available for pick-up at KRBD after the selection is announced. Please do not send irreplaceable originals by mail.
