How to Participate

CREATE ON SITE
Create on site at a pop-up art station
using supplies we provide.

CREATE AT HOME
Purchase a blank ball, decorate at home, submit form,
then drop off in collection bin.

Everyone is welcome: artists, non-artists, teams, families, schools, neighborhoods, companies.

VOTE!!! (come back for voting poll)

SPONSOR!!!

Prizes

Most Artistic Soccer Balls by popular and panel vote receive prizes. Voting begins mid-June. Return for voting details.
Wednesday, July 15, Campus 244, 5pm - Awards announcements for Campus 244 wall
Sunday, July 19, 5pm - Award announcements for Ashford Lane wall

Hawkers - The Deets - cocktail or mocktail happy hour with appetizers for up to 15 people.
Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center - Gift basket and 2-night weekend stay
Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter Ravinia - Voucher for 2-night weekend stay with $150 GC for dinner and complimentary parking
Hampton Inn & Suites Perimeter - 2-night weekend stay
Element Hotel at Campus 244 - 2-night weekend stay and basket with CT Cantina and Stage restaurant gift cards and logo coffee cups
Big Play - 1. Party for 20 people that includes four bowling lanes, shoe rentals, one round of mini golf, appetizers and a cocktail.
2. Bowling birthday package (90 minutes hosted in the bowling suite, 1 hour of bowling for 2 lanes, $20 player cards, and shoe rental for each guest plus 1000 redemption points for the birthday guest, 2 pizzas, ice cream, soft drinks, paper supplies, a party host, and up to 12 birthday guests!)
Mathnasium Dunwoody - 2 scholarships worth $1000 each!
Rush Union - Various Prizes
Check back for more prize details.

Winners receive prizes donated by Dunwoody businesses and hotels.
Winners announced at July Final Watch Events - Additional dates TBA
Wednesday, July 15, Campus 244, 5pm - Recognition Awards for Campus 244 soccer art wall

Workshops

Saturday, June 13, Ashford Lane Lawn, 4pm to 7pm
Wednesday, July 1, High Street Lawn Time 12pm to 2pm
Big Play - ongoing

Pop up workshop stations include soccer balls available while supplies last, plus materials and support.

$8 to Register for workshop

Submit Your Soccer Ball Artcomplete form first, then drop off. (workshop not required to enter)

Quick rules

• Avoid official tournament branding
• Use original designs
• Use size 5 balls
• After the exhibit, selected balls will be donated or sold

Tips for painting your soccer ball

• Clean first: Wash the ball with mild soap and water, let it dry completely. A quick wipe with rubbing alcohol helps paint stick.

• Test a small spot: Try your marker or paint on a small area first. If it beads up or scratches off easily, switch materials or use thinner layers.

• Use thin layers: Multiple light coats look better and last longer than one thick coat. Thick paint can crack when the ball flexes.

• Plan your design: Sketch with a pencil or light marker first, or outline your shapes before filling them in.

• Use seams as guides: The panels and seams are great natural borders for patterns, flags, mosaics, or storytelling scenes.

• Let it dry between colors: Smudging happens fast on a curved surface. Give each layer time to dry before adding details.

• Avoid heavy paint on seams: Paint can build up and flake where the ball bends most.

• Keep it slightly under inflated while painting: Inflate fully only after the design is finished and dry to reduce cracking.

• Add your name to the back: We will label the ball for display. Keep the front focused on the design.

• Seal it: A clear protective coat helps reduce scuffs and makes it more display friendly.
  Use light coats and let it cure before handling.

• Photograph it in good light: Take clear photos of the finished ball for submitting in the applications form & sharing online.