The Local Artist Collab Program is a celebration of creativity, culture, and community within the Tampa Bay Lightning family. It represents our commitment to uplifting local voices and showcasing the vibrant artistry that defines our region. Through this initiative, we honor the diverse perspectives and unique talents of Tampa Bay's artists, recognizing that our strength lies not in sameness, but in the kaleidoscope of stories and styles that come together to inspire our fans. United by a shared love for the Bolts, we weave art and hockey into a powerful expression of local pride.

2026-27 Lightning Local Artist Collaboration

The Lightning Foundation aims to celebrate the rich diversity of the Tampa Bay region through the expansion of the Lightning Local Artist Collaboration program. We are excited to bring back this meaningful program for its second season as part of our Hockey is For Everyone initiatives, striving to celebrate a wide array of populations within our community. Working with talented local artists from various backgrounds, the Lightning Foundation aims to incorporate their artwork into the team’s logo to create one-of-a-kind jerseys and other elements for the celebration game date.

We are looking for artists for the 2026-27 Lightning Local Artist Collaboration class! We are looking for artists for the below theme nights:

  • Black Heritage
  • Noche Latina (Hispanic Heritage)
  • Hockey Talks (Mental Health Awareness)
  • Pride
  • Women in Sports

Chosen artists will receive the following:

  • $4,000
  • Custom jersey
  • 4 tickets to game their design will be celebrated

Want to be considered for this opportunity? Apply now! For any questions regarding the program, please contact Samantha Bell at [email protected].

By blending art with the spirit of hockey, we hope to inspire fans to view the game through the lens of creativity and individuality, cultivating a more inclusive environment both on and off the ice.

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Legal Disclaimer:

All intellectual property and proprietary rights of any kind (including without limitation all rights of copyright) in all work product and all materials in any medium created by Artist, including, without limitation, drawings, drafts, specifications, writings of any kind, printed or graphic matter, video and audio recordings and other audiovisual works in any medium, source code, object code, HTML coding, artwork, designs, photographs, films, slides, manufacturing, development and exploitation rights in and to all plans, data, drawings, specifications, ideas, data, scripts, sketches, designs, concepts, reports, documentation, and/or other work product (whether tangible or intangible) and other documents and materials in any medium, including without limitation those in electronic form, created or modified by Artist being submitted to the Foundation in connection with the Artist’s application for the Program (the “Instruments of Service”) shall be considered “works made for hire” commissioned by the Foundation within the meaning of 17 U.S.C. § 101. All right, title, and interest in and to all Instruments of Service and all rights to copyright therein shall be vested entirely in the Foundation upon creation. If, for any reason, the Foundation may not be deemed to have commissioned a "work made for hire," Artist hereby assigns to the Foundation all right, title, and interest in and to all rights of copyright in the Instruments of Service, including without limitation the right to sue and collect damages for any past, present, and future infringements. The parties intend that any and all rights to the Instruments of Service and the rights to use same for any future use are to be conveyed to the Foundation in full. Artist agrees to execute any additional documents deemed necessary or desirable by the Foundation to carry out the purpose of the Program, including without limitation, a separate assignment to the Foundation of all, right, title, and interest in and to all Instruments of Service. Artist also agrees that it shall not use Instruments of Service for any other project or purpose, now or in the future. For the avoidance of doubt, nothing herein shall be construed as granting to the Foundation ownership of such portions of the Instruments of Service as are part of and incorporated in Artist’s prior work (e.g. portions of the Instruments of Service that are not specific to the Program). To the extent that Instruments of Service consist of Artist’s pre-existing work (the “Pre-Existing Materials”), Artist hereby grants to the Foundation a perpetual royalty-free license to use such Pre-Existing Materials for any purpose, including without limitation for the Program, and the right to modify, reproduce, and display the Instruments of Service in any manner and for any purpose.

PLEASE NOTE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION (OR BEING SELECTED BY THE FOUNDATION) DOES NOT GUARANTEE AN ARTIST WILL HAVE A CONTRACTUAL OR ANY OTHER FORM OF RELATIONSHIP WITH THE FOUNDATION OR ANY OF ITS AFFILIATES.  ARTISTS CHOSEN WILL BE CONTACTED BY FOUNDATION PERSONNEL AT ANY TIME IT DEEMS APPROPRIATE IN ITS SOLE AND ABSOLUTE DISCRETION REGARDLESS OF PRIOR COMMUNICATIONS TO THE CONTRARY (IF APPLICABLE) TO DISCUSS THE POSSIBILITY OF ENTERING INTO A WORKING RELATIONSHIP WITH THE FOUNDATION AND FOR THE SELECTED ARTIST TO POTENTIALLY CREATE A SPECIALTY NIGHT LOGO FOR THE APPLICABLE GAME. FOR THE AVOIDANCE OF DOUBT, NEITHER AN APPLICABLE ARTIST NOR THE FOUNDATION SHALL BE REQUIRED TO ENTER INTO ANY FORM OF ARRANGEMENT UPON THE ARTIST’S SELECTION (E.G. WRITTEN OR ORAL AGREEMENT).  PLEASE NOTE, HOWEVER, THE FOUNDATION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO NOT MOVE FORWARD WITH HAVING ANY SELECTED ARTIST DESIGN A SPECIALTY NIGHT LOGO FOR ANY REASON.

MEET THE ARTISTS

Juan Pablo Parra- Noche Latina

My name is Juan Pablo Parra. I am a Mexican born artist who has lived most of his life in the U.S. As an artist, it is a great honor to be a part of the inaugural class of artists who have been chosen by the Tampa Bay Lightning to honor our social diversity through artistic expression. My design for the Hispanic Heritage month Jersey was inspired by a few aspects of Hispanic culture, and I knew that I wanted the artwork to be as colorful as the Mexican motifs I knew so well growing up.

Juan Pablo Parra | Noche Latina

Meet Juan Pablo Parra, the artist behind the Lightning's Hispanic Heritage Month jersey

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Jared Wright- Hockey Talks

I think Hockey Talks is a great initiative and I'm honored to help spread the message. I believe mental health is just as important if not more important than physical health, yet it's not often talked about openly. The power of speaking about your thoughts, feelings or struggles can be incredibly beneficial, whether it is to a friend, family member or a professional. Being honest about what you're feeling isn't a weakness, it's a strength that can make a real difference. My hope is that with time we can break the stigma surrounding mental health, and the struggles we all face can be shared openly and confidently.

Jared Wright | Hockey Talks

Meet Jared Wright, the artist behind the Lightning's Hockey Talks jersey

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Clancy Riehm- Black Heritage

Everything about this design IS black history. The core elements are inspired by Harlem renaissance artist Aaron Douglas. Douglas was an advocate for equality before civil rights and depicted afro-centric themes throughout his work. He was a visionary ahead of the times. I am beyond honored to continue his message into the modern era.

Clancy Riehm | Black Heritage

Meet Clancy Riehm, the artist behind the Lightning's Black Heritage jersey

Check out the details ->

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Gillian Fazio- Women in Sports

Creating this piece for the Tampa Bay Lightning has been an incredibly meaningful opportunity, both personally and professionally. As a female artist working in the historically male-dominated world of public art and murals, being chosen to represent the intersection of sports and gender equality is an honor. Through this design, I hope to highlight that gender equality is not about erasing contrast, but about honoring it by creating space for everyone to thrive, together. I’m honored to contribute to this moment of visibility—where sports, art, and femininity intersect in powerful and transformative ways.

Check out the details ->

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Tracey Jones- PRIDE

Working with the Tampa Bay Lightning to create a special experience for the community has been so fulfilling. The Pride community is like a beautifully cut gem—each facet representing a unique identity, story, and experience. Just like a gem gains strength and sparkle through its many sides, the LGBTQ+ community shines through its variety—of voices, journeys, and expressions of love and self. And when we come together, we don’t just reflect the light—we amplify it.