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Artist and Venue Hosting Agreement
Grand Haven Main Street
519 Washington Ave. Grand Haven, Michigan 49417
Phone: (616) 935-3216 ghmainstreet@gmail.com
EVENT INFORMATION
Same as previous years – you may enter 1 piece in each of 5 categories. Registration is $25 per entry. You can enter one piece per category – painting, photography, drawing, mixed media, and sculpture(3D). So, upwards of 5 entries total, as long as each one is in a different category. An individual artist can only WIN a prize in one category in the popular vote competition.
This year $7500 in prize money will be awarded to 1st and 2nd place winners in each category. 1st place winners will receive $500, with 2nd place winners receiving $250.
See below for further information on categories and awards.
The list of businesses who expressed an interest in participating this year can be viewed via the following link:
Venues Seeking Artists
As in previous years, ArtWalk will NOT match businesses and artists. It is the Artists responsibility to arrange for their work to be displayed at a participating venue. It is the Venues responsibility to provide the names of artists that will be displaying in their space.
IMPORTANT DATES
August 16, 2019 – Deadline for Artist Registration
September 13 – 16, 2019 – Deliver, set-up art for display at venue(s), per agreement w/venue
September 17 – October 7, 2019 – ArtWalk Event
September 28, 2019 – Artists Meet & Greet Concert & Artists’ Market (optional)
October 3, 2019 (Thursday) – ArtWalk Awards Ceremony & Reception
October 6, 2019 (Sunday) – Clean up /Remove art (at 5 p.m. unless other arrangements are made)
ART CATEGORIES
Category 1 – Drawing/Collage/Print/Print Media
Basic Definition: Implying volume, space and color with the use of line.
Category 2 – Painting
Basic Definition: Artwork would include any paint or any mix of paint media.
Category 3 – Photography
Basic Definition: Traditional photo process, digital, and computer enhanced.
Category 4—Sculpture (3-D)
Category 5 – Specialty Media
Basic definition: Any media that cannot be defined by the other four categories. Inclusive, but not limited to jewelry, fabrics, fiber, etc.
ARTIST APPLICATION PROCESS
- Obtain and complete Artist Registration (see above for link to the PDF)
- Return registration to Grand Haven Main Street with the registration fee (see address below)
- Entry Categories can be TBD at registration but Grand Haven Main Street must be updated by 8/22/2018 with the chosen media
- You may submit your registration without obtaining a venue. YOU ARE ULTIMATELY RESPONSIBLE FOR OBTAINING YOUR VENUE and your venue must be updated with Grand Haven Main Street by 8/22/2018
- Complete list of available venues: Venues Seeking Artists
Grand Haven Main Street
519 Washington Ave. Grand Haven, Michigan 49417
Phone: (616) 935-3216 ghmainstreet@gmail.com
ARTIST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where do I obtain a registration form?
The registrations can be picked up at Grand Haven Main Street or by printing this 2019 Artist REGISTRATION – all registrations are due by 8/16/2019
Is there a fee to enter my work?
Yes, there is a $25 fee per piece entered
Are there prizes being awarded?
Yes, this year the total prize money is $7500. Prize money will be awarded to the 1st and 2nd place winners in each of the 5 Art Categories described earlier in this page. 1st place winners will receive an award of $500, with second place winners receiving $250.
When can I begin contacting venues?
As soon as you are registered.
How do I find out which venues are participating?
A complete list of participating venues can be easily found at www.ghartwalk.com under Artists & Venues in the Venues Seeking Artists Tab or by clicking the following link.
https://ghartwalk.com/participating-venues/
What happens after I confirm my venue?
Contact Grand Haven Main Street with the venue information via phone or email. Both vendor and artist need to complete the Artist and Vendor Hosting Agreement form Artist and Venue Hosting Agreement and return to Grand Haven Main Street via email or postal mail. THIS MUST BE COMPLETED AND RETURNED BY 8/16/2019.
How many pieces can I enter in ArtWalk?
You can enter one piece per category – painting, photography, drawing, mixed media, and sculpture(3D). So, upwards of 5 entries total, as long as each one is in a different category. An individual artist can only WIN a prize in one category in the popular vote competition. A $25 fee is required for each piece entered.
When do I need to have my piece installed at my registered venue?
All art pieces need to be at the designated venue on or before September 16. 2019
Can I sell my work during the event?
Yes, you are allowed to sell your art during the event. However, ALL artwork must remain in the venue until the close of the event.
What is the contact information for ArtWalk – Grand Haven Main Street?
Grand Haven Main Street
519 Washington Avenue
Grand Haven, MI 49417
616-935-3216
ghmainstreet@gmail.com
