July Visual Artists Application Form

The Arts District of Winston-Salem (ADWS) hosts a monthly event on the 3rd Friday of the month (April - December). We call this event: ART CRUSH, plenty of art to love!

ART CRUSH 2023 & 2024 was a huge success. Over 500 artists shared and sold their work to over 30,000 attendees. A section of downtown is closed off to traffic for an evening that includes art, live musical performances, and make-it opportunities. We expect attendance to grow considerably as we gain traction and membership.

WHAT ADWS BELIEVES.

Art is a universal language and a source of connection that knows no boundaries. Our mission is to connect with and amplify diverse voices and visions, bringing them together at the heart of our city.

Our vision as the Arts District of Winston-Salem is to foster a thriving community that inspires and advocates for creative opportunities. Through arts-centric events, local partnerships, and passionate community building, we simultaneously lift our artistic community, and reinforce and reinvigorate our city’s slogan of “The City of Arts and Innovation.”

ADWS MEMBERSHIP

ADWS does not require membership to be involved in ART CRUSH, but we do appreciate your support. Consider annual support of ART CRUSH by joining today- https://www.artsdistrictws.org/join

SELECTION PROCESS

20-30 artists will be selected per month by the Arts District of Winston-Salem (ADWS). Decisions are based on specific criteria, they do not reflect, in any way, your value or talent as an artist; ADWS is an equal-opportunity organization.

BEFORE YOU SUBMIT

You must review and sign the contracts and information given for this application.

• Each maker will need to be at the event the entire time. Including load-in and break down, this will be from 6 pm - 10:30 pm.
• A 6ft table will be provided and already set up for you. You are welcome to bring an additional table or even a tent, but please know that you will only have 1 hour to setup.
• Each maker will need to be completely set up by 7 pm.
• If you sell your wares, you will be solely responsible for collecting payment and sales tax (if applicable).
• If chosen, any participant under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
• Feel free to demonstrate your craft, but please no open fire

Please note this application is only for the month of July. If you wish to be a part of other Art Crush Months please fill out the corresponding forms located on our profile.