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ArtWalk Frequently Asked Questions

Application Questions

When is ArtWalk 2026?

Sunday, December 6, 2026 | 12 PM – 5 PM
Rain date: Sunday, December 13, 2026
Location: Boylan Heights Neighborhood (27603), Raleigh, NC

Artists must be available for either date.

What is Boylan Heights ArtWalk?

ArtWalk is a juried outdoor art show featuring artists of all disciplines — pottery, jewelry, painting, photography, woodworking, textiles, mixed media, and more.

Selected artists showcase and sell their work from porches, lawns, and driveways throughout the historic Boylan Heights neighborhood, welcoming thousands of visitors in a festive, community-centered setting.

How do I apply?

Apply online here

  • Application Deadline: Thursday, April 30, 2026

  • Application Fee: $12 (non-refundable), paid by credit card at time of submission

  • Notification of Status: June 2026

How much does it cost to participate if I’m selected?

  • $80 for non–Boylan Heights artists

  • $50 for Boylan Heights residents

If sharing a booth, only one participation fee is required.

Is previous participation a guarantee of acceptance?

No. ArtWalk is juried annually, and previous participation does not guarantee acceptance.

How does the jury process work?

Applications are reviewed and scored within their declared media category by a panel of jurors composed of artists and Boylan Heights residents.

Artists with the highest scores in each category are selected.
The jury changes each year to ensure fairness and diverse representation.

Spaces are limited, and not all applicants can be accommodated.

What are jurors looking for?

Applications are evaluated based on:

  • Originality – Unique voice; no mass-produced work

  • Craftsmanship – Quality materials and execution

  • Presentation – Professional images and booth setup

  • Consistency – Cohesive body of work

  • Fit for ArtWalk – Alignment with the event’s character

  • Medium – Artists are juried only within their declared category

What types of work are NOT accepted?

  • Buy/sell or mass-produced items

  • Commercially manufactured kits or patterns

  • Work inconsistent with submitted images

  • Work not created by the applicant

  • Only artists juried into the event may participate.

Image & Application Requirements

What do I need to submit with my application?

  • Select the most appropriate media category

  • Submit a short description (40 characters max) for maps and promotional materials

  • Upload up to 4 high-resolution images (fewer allowed, no more than four)

What are the photo requirements?

✔ Recent, high-resolution images
✔ One artwork per image
✔ Neutral or uncluttered background
✔ Anonymous (no name, watermark, or logo)

Do not submit:

  • Group shots or collages

  • Images with people or distracting backgrounds

  • Photos taken at other markets or retail settings

  • Blurry or low-resolution images

  • Work you do not plan to sell

Applications with unclear or non-compliant images may be disqualified.

Can I apply in more than one category?

Yes. If your work fits multiple categories, you may submit separate applications.
A $12 fee applies to each category submission.

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If selected in multiple categories, you only pay one participation fee.

Booth & Placement Questions

How large is my booth space?

Approximately 10 x 10 feet.

All display materials must fit within your assigned space.

Can I choose my booth location?

Booth locations are assigned by ArtWalk staff and may be on a porch, lawn, driveway, parking lot, or studio space throughout the neighborhood.

While requests are considered, specific placements cannot be guaranteed.

Can I share a booth?

Yes.

  • Both artists must apply separately and pay the $12 application fee.

  • Both must be accepted by the jury.

  • Only one participation fee is required if sharing.

  • Limit two artists per booth.

If you want to be placed next to another artist but not share a booth, list their name in the Location Request section of the application.

What do I need to bring?

  • Artists are responsible for their own:

  • Tables, chairs, shelves, tents (if permitted)

  • Tablecloths and display materials

  • Signage

  • Payment systems

  • Electricity and Wi-Fi are not guaranteed.
    Generators, personal electrical devices, open flames, and flammable gases are not permitted.

Is ArtWalk responsible for my artwork?

No. Artists participate at their own risk.
ArtWalk is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items.

Event Day Details

What time is set-up?

Set-up begins at 10 AM.
Artists must be ready by 12 PM.

Do I have to stay for the entire event?

Yes. Artists must remain for the full event (12 PM – 5 PM) unless prior approval is granted by the ArtWalk Co-Chairs.

What about clean-up?

Artists are responsible for booth teardown and leaving their space clean and undamaged.

Please respect host properties and ensure walkways remain clear.

General Housekeeping

What happens if it rains?

The rain date is Sunday, December 13, 2026.
Artists must be available for both dates.

What is the refund policy?

  • Full refund if ArtWalk cancels the event.

  • No refunds if the event shifts to the rain date.

  • Full refund for written cancellations received on or before November 1, 2026.

  • No refunds after November 1, 2026.

Will my artwork be featured on the website?

By submitting images, you grant ArtWalk permission to use them for promotional purposes unless you opt out.

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ArtWalk does not create individual artist pages.
If you would like us to link to your work, you must provide an active website or public Instagram/Facebook account in your application.

Still Have Questions?

Email us at: boylanheightsartwalk@gmail.com or contact us here

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