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Event Detail Questions

	What is ArtWalk?
	ArtWalk is San Diego’s largest urban arts festival. Over 400 artists participated in the 2007 event and over 100,000 visitors bought $1,000,000 worth of art work. The two day April event also includes live music, food vendors, an area of art and entertainment for kids and the local color and charm of downtown San Diego’s Little Italy.

	When is ArtWalk 2008?
	ArtWalk traditionally takes place the last full weekend in April. ArtWalk 2008 takes place April 26 and 27.

	Where is ArtWalk?
	Each year ArtWalk fills the neighborhood of Little Italy, located near downtown San Diego. The footprint of the event extends from the trolley stop on Beech Street (southern border of event), to the northern end of Fir Street (north border of event). Kettner, India and Columbia are the primary cross-streets. India Street is closed to vehicle traffic during the event.

	Is ArtWalk juried?
	ArtWalk is a juried event. This is why ArtWalk requires that artists supply images of art work before any application is complete. The ArtWalk jury reviews artwork based on specific artistic criteria. ArtWalk strives to ensure that visitors have access to the best fine art experience possible.

	When does application begin for ArtWalk 2008?
	NEW artist application for ArtWalk 2008 began April 15, 2007. Application for RETURNING artists began during the 2007 event (April 28 & 29, 2007). Application continues until all tent spaces are sold. They often sell out by mid-November. It is best to apply early as possible.

	How many people attend ArtWalk?
	Each year ArtWalk attracts more than 100,000 attendees.

	What hotels are in the area?
	You will find a comprehensive list of hotels in the Little Italy area here.

	When is artist check in?
	Artist may check in at ArtWalk office (734 West Beech, San Diego 92101) beginning Monday, April 14. Checking in at the office saves you time! Avoid the rush on the weekend of the event. If you do wait until ArtWalk weekend to check in, volunteers will be available in the office beginning at 7:00 AM.

What do I get for my application fee?

Artists receive the following:

1. Tent covered exhibit space (size selected at application)

2. Artist Package (see below)

3. A personal web page in our artist gallery online

4. Name and tent number in both event magazine and map

5. A small sign on each tent with artist’s name and tent number.

6. Eligibility to participate in our yearly community art project (see the ArtWalk website for information about The ArtReach Garden Bench project).

7. Entrance into ArtWalk’s Featured Artist competition (see Featured Artists below).

8. Opportunity to submit news items for ArtWalk’s monthly eGram newsletter.

	What is included in the Artist Package?
	Your Artist Package includes the following: guide/map; event poster; event magazine; and an event T-Shirt.

When will I receive my Guide/Map?

You must come into the ArtWalk office (734 West Beech St, Suite 100, San Diego 92101) to pick up your Guide/Map, along with the rest of the Artist Package. You can send someone to pick up your Artist Package for you. Artists will receive an email in April when the Packages are ready for pickup. Packages may be picked up on the weekend of the event. The ArtWalk office opens at 7:00 AM both days of the event.

	Will I get exposure through other ArtWalk projects?
	There are many opportunities through local media or sponsors to bring your work to the public. If you are interested, contact our office for more details on current projects.