Lake George Art & Canoe Trail
The Lake George Art & Canoe Trail
In a collaboration between the Town, the Village, and Lake George Arts Project, 18 uniquely designed and painted canoes and paddles, as well as 3 new murals will be sited and displayed throughout the village. This project will showcase the talents of regional artists while beautifying the landscape, enhancing the aesthetics of the Village, extending public art to new areas and unexpected places, and introducing art to the community in a captivating and innovative way.
A map featuring each installation will be designed, printed and available throughout the town and village. Signage with QR codes (pointing to the project section of the LGAP website) will include the artist’s name, the title of the work, and narrative text about the work, which would include any historical references and/or the artist’s inspiration.
All of the information will also be available on the LGAP website which will feature the wayfinding map, images of each work and expand upon the information about the artists and their work.
As an artist, can I apply to paint a canoe and a mural?
Yes!
I’m not available to paint a canoe during the scheduled timeframe. Can I still apply?
To ensure the project is completed on time, we have scheduled a 3- week window (May 4 – May 20, 2026) for painting all of the canoes and paddles. All selected artists must complete their paddles and canoes in that timeframe. Paddles may be brought to your studio to complete, but the canoes will be installed on their bases and can not be moved.
If I’m selected, can I change my design?
The panel will select designs they feel are best suited to the project. You are welcome to make slight adjustments to color, layout, or even the composition as needed, but the general design should stay the same. If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Tanya.
Are groups allowed to apply?
YES – artist collectives, school-based, civic groups, etc… are all invited to apply. Artists can also apply as a partnership (two artists). Please fill out the application using the primary contact’s name and information.
I read your suggested themes, but I want to submit something else for consideration, can I?
Absolutely! We are looking for a diverse range of talented and passionate artists, who work in an equally diverse range of styles and create unique compositions
Suggested Themes:
Themes suggested for the work include the history and landscape of Lake George and Lake George as a place of respite and creative inspiration for artists. Artists are not required to submit designs based on the suggested themes. We want to see a wide variety of artistic styles, creative uses, compositions, and designs.
Artists interested in submitting a design must fill out the online application and submit a design draft (using the template provided is optional) to The Lake George Arts Project via the link below. Applications will not be accepted via social media.
Artists should carefully read the Guidelines for Design before submitting their design proposal.
Artwork that does not fit the guidelines will not be considered.
Artwork submitted after the submission deadline can not be accepted.
Submission Fee:
$0 – The Lake George Arts Project is committed to ensuring our opportunities for artists are accessible to all and there is no fee to submit your work
Who can apply:
This project is open to all local and regional artists living within a 100 mile radius of Lake George NY. Both established and emerging artists are encouraged to apply.
Selected Artists:
Selected artists will be asked to paint (1) fiberglass canoe, placed upright & 1 paddle (please see renderings for measurements)
Selection Process:
18 submissions from all of the design submissions will be chosen by a panel of representatives from LGAP and from the Town and the Village of Lake George.
Artist Stipends:
Selected artists will receive $3,500 + $800 to cover the cost of supplies. Selected artists will have to provide a W-9 form to The Lake George Arts Project prior to receiving payment. Artists will receive their first payment ($800) at the mandatory training session to ensure they have time to purchase / order the supplies they need and receive the remainder of their payment after the completion of the project.
Important to Note
Selected artists will be required to attend a mandatory meeting on
Thursday, Thursday, April 9, 2026
Artists will complete their canoes and paddles in plein air, on-site
between May 4 – May 20, 2026
Sites for the canoes have been carefully curated to maximize impact. Canoe locations will be assigned, at random, to selected artists and artists will be notified of their location at the mandatory training session.
All of the paddles will be strategically displayed on the lampposts lining Route 9 and Canada St.