The 23rd-annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival Committee recently announced a call for artists to create the official t-shirt and poster artwork for the 2027 Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival.

Artists may submit original designs that meet the following guidelines:

1. Artwork must be the artist's original creation. No AI allowed.
2. The design should reflect the theme: hot air balloons, art, music and the Gulf Coast.
3. The artwork must include: 23rd Annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival.
4. The year 2027 must be featured.
5. Foley, AL should appear in the design.
6. Final commissioned poster size will not exceed 18 inches wide by 24 inches tall.
7. If selected, the artist agrees to relinquish ownership of the artwork.
8. Selected artwork becomes the sole property of the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival and the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce, and may be used in any manner the Chamber deems appropriate without further compensation.
9. The commissioned artist will receive a one-time payment of $500.

To confirm your participation or ask questions, contact Rachel Spear at (251) 943-5550, rachel@southbaldwinchamber.com.

The deadline for submissions is Thursday, Oct. 1.

Deliver submissions to the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce, 200 N. Alston St., Foley, AL 36535 or mail them to PO Box 1117, Foley, AL 36536.