Projects

The Burbank Arts Beautification Program

The Burbank Arts Beautification Program is an initiative of the City of Burbank’s Cultural Arts Commission in partnership with the Parks and Recreation Department, and Public Works Department. As part of the Burbank Arts Beautification Program the goal of this project is to bring visual art out of museums and galleries, so everyone can enjoy it. Furthermore, the painting of these boxes is designed to encourage community pride and beautify the neighborhood. To that end, sixty (60) utility boxes have been painted by talented artists who were inspired by the theme of: “Just Imagine”, “A World of Possibilities”, “A World of Entertainment”, “Celebrate Community”, “Memorable Moments”, and “New Art on the Block.”

This program would not be possible without the support from the Art in Public Place Committee, as well as our generous sponsors. To find out information on future opportunities or how to get involved, please email us at burbanksarts@burbankca.gov.

Phase 7 – “Soaring”
CALLING ALL ARTISTS!

Interested in sponsoring a box for Phase 7?
Complete a Phase 7 Sponsorship Application and submit to BurbankArts@burbankca.gov!

Artists – Looking for Inspiration?
Watch our “Virtually Burbanksy: The Art of the Box” to learn how previous Burbank Beautification Program artists created their art on the most unusual of canvases!

Check out this video produced by the New York Film Academy – Los Angeles, California that highlights the success of the 2019 Burbank Arts Beautification Program.

Phase 5 - 2021

In 2021, ten (10) traffic signal boxes located along Burbank Blvd. were selected and painted by talented artists who inspired by the theme "memorable moments". The artists were selected through a competitive application process, which required them to meet certain criteria and guidelines. All submissions were blindly judged by a distinguished Selection Committee which included: High School Arts Instructor Jonelle Pickett, Burbank Art Association Member Jamie Butterworth, Burbank Art in Public Places Committee member Patti Hollis, Youth Board member Yogini Vazirani, and Burbank Cultural Arts Commissioner Katherine Zoraster.

Memorable Moments

Books of Burbank

Love and Hope

Memories Return

Nostalgic Memorable Moments

Capturing Moments

What’s Your Favorite Season?

Animal Politics

City Birds

Eight Directions of Art

Phase 4 - 2020

In 2020, twelve (12) traffic signal boxes located in the Magnolia Park area of Burbank were selected and painted by talented artists who were inspired by the theme “Celebrate Community”. The artists were selected through a competitive application process, which required them to meet certain criteria and guidelines. All submissions were blindly judged by a distinguished Selection Committee which included: High School Arts Instructor Beth Morrison, Burbank Business Owner Kerry Krull, Burbank Art in Public Places Committee member Kat Olson, and Burbank Cultural Arts Commissioner Katherine Zoraster.

Burbank Dreamin’

All of us together

Scent of Magnolia Park

Celebrating Community

Under the Magnolia Tree

Community Reflections

A Cartoon Kingdom

Thrive

Taking a Stroll with my Best Friends

United We Rise

Love, Kindness, Unity

Bots on Parade

Phase 3 – 2019

In 2019, fourteen utility boxes located in the media district of Burbank were selected and painted by talented artists who were inspired by the theme “A World of Entertainment”. The artists were selected through a competitive application process, which required them to meet certain criteria and guidelines. All submissions were blindly judged by a distinguished Selection Committee which included: High School Arts Instructor Courtney Abruzzo, Executive Director of DC Collectibles Jim Fletcher, Art History professor Deborah Jenkins, Burbank Art in Public Places Committee member Kat Olson, Animation Director Tom Yasumi, and Burbank Cultural Arts Commissioner Katherine Zoraster.

It’s a Zoo Out There

Rocket Dogs are a World of Entertainment

Jam Box

The Strange Little Theater

Cattle Drive

Blue Skies Burbank

Flashing Lights

Just Past the Hills

A Vintage Postcard for Burbank

Elements of Art

Merry-Making

A Whimsical Wonderland

Set Your Sights High

Early Morning Thoughts During Early Morning Walks

Phase 2 - 2017

In 2017, five utility boxes located throughout the City of Burbank were selected and painted by 5 talented artists inspired by the theme of “A World of Possibilities”. The artists were selected through a competitive application process, which required them to meet certain criteria and guidelines. All submissions were blindly judged by a distinguished Selection Committee which included: Burbank Cultural Arts Commissioner Katherine Zoraster, Burbank High visual and performing arts instructor Rebecca Platner, Expressionist artist Randall Williams, Department of Cultural Affairs Associate Chris Riedesel, guerilla socialist artist Kathi Flood, and Burbank Art in Public Places committee member Robert Brody.

A World of Possibilities

Media Capitol of the World

The Crossroads of Aspiration

Tomorrow’s Artists

A Real Imaginary World

Phase 1 - 2015

In 2015, seven utility boxes located throughout the City were selected and painted by 7 talented artists inspired by the theme of “Just Imagine”. The artists were selected through a competitive application process, which required them to meet certain criteria and guidelines. All submissions were judged by a distinguished Selection Committee which included: iconic American muralist Kent Twitchell, artist Nan Rae, Burbank Cultural Arts Commissioner Lynda Willner, Burbank High animation and sculpture instructor Jonelle Pickett, and Burbank Art in Public Places committee member Dink O’Neal.

Good Morning Burbank

Elusive Ilusions

Creature Comforts

Aves Affinity

When the Earth Dreams

Taking Flight

Fun and Imagine with 3-D