Who can apply?
Any artist who makes artwork by hand can apply--professionals, students, amateurs. All artwork must be handmade by you. You must be present at the show yourself, no sales representatives are allowed.

What type of artwork do we accept?
The Beacon Hill Art Walk was founded for local painters. The show is still mostly paintings. No prints or giclees--originals only. Some photography is accepted; we prefer photographs that are handmade and not mass produced. Some pottery is accepted; decorative, not functional. All applicants are juried.

NO crafts
NO reproductions
NO jewelry
NO kits
NO imports
NO greeting cards
NO T-shirts.

How do I apply?
There are 2 steps to applying. All applicants, returning and new, must:

1. Fill out the application form (neatly, legibly) and mail with a check fo $60 to Beacon Hill Art Walk, c/o Beacon Hill Civic Association, 74 Joy Street, Boston, MA 02114.
2. Email 2 photos of your work and a couple of sentences about you/ your artwork to info@beaconhillartwalk.org.

Note: There are no refunds.

When do I hear if I am accepted?
If you are a painter, we will notify you when we receive your payment.
An email response is not enough to hold your space; we will hold your space after we receive your check. We will accept painters as long as there is space available.

If you are a photographer or potter, we will hold all applications until the Early Bird Deadline of March 31st and then jury from the received applications.

What is the deadline to apply?
There is no set final deadline. We will accept artists until all spaces are full.

The Early Bird Deadline of March 31st is for last year's artists to claim their previous space. Deadline to be listed on our website is May 20th. See How do I get on the website? Below.

How do I get my work posted on the website?
If you emailed us your 2 photos and bio blurb, we will put you on the website. Deadline is May 20th. The participating artist list will remain up all year long-- customers often email us later looking for a particular artist.

Why aren't you accepting PayPal again?
Because in 2010 and 2011-- both years we accepted PayPal-- several artists reversed their payments after the show.

Is there a number to call for info?
No. Only email. If your question is not answered here, email us. Please do not call the Civic Association-- they handle our money but cannot answer questions about your space or display, etc.

 

SPACE ASSIGNMENT
When do I get my location assignment?
We will post location assignments on our website a week before the show.
We will post a map of your location that you can download, which will show you your exact space and the spaces of the other artists in your garden.
We will also post a map of the whole art walk, with the streets of the neighborhood, so you can see where your spot is.

Can I request a new space?
Yes. If you are returning and have a request for a new location, write it on your application form. If you do not have a specific request, then tell us what you didn't like about your old space and we will try to change it.

If you participated years ago and have a space request, write it on your form. If it is available, we will try to give it to you.

If you are applying for the first time, and have a location request, write it on your form and we will try to accommodate you.

Why can't I know my spot earlier?
We need to get permission from all the residents abutting all of the locations before we start assigning any spaces.

WEATHER
What if it rains?
Bring a plastic drop cloth or a tarp (such as from Home Depot) to cover your artwork in case of a rain shower. If it is raining heavily all day, we will use indoor locations.

When will we know if it's rainy day locations?
The committee will decide at 8 am the morning of the show, and post it on the home page.

Can I bring a tent?
There are a limited number of spaces that can accommodate a 10x10 tent. You must request on your application form that you want to bring your tent.

Do you supply tents?
No. We do not supply any display materials. You must bring your own tables, easels, etc.

BEACON HILL GUIDELINES AND SET UINFO

How do I unload?
There will be location maps on the website. Drive as close to your spot as you can, stop, unload, and move your car immediately. Bringing a friend or helper is important, so someone can help you unload or move your car (or watch your belongings while you move the car). Unfortunately there are not enough art walk volunteers to watch your gear during unloading.

Be respectful of neighbors and other artists, and don't block streets. You MUST move your car before you begin to set up.

Can I nail into walls or fences?
NO!! The residents are kind enough to allow us to use their property to display our artwork. You may not nail into or in any way damage buildings, fences, gardens, plantings, etc. Do not move their property, do not leave any garbage. If you cause damage or leave garbage we will not be allowed back in that garden in the future!

Some spaces have fences; if you bring wire, rope, hooks, etc. you can hang your paintings. You are held responsible for your area; please leave it as you found it. Please be courteous and remove any litter customers may have left behind.

How should I set up?
Some artists have Pro Panels, or wire grids. You can get pegboard or a piece of trellis from Home Depot. You can put small paintings on a table. You can lean large paintings along a building. Use your imagination and be flexible-- all of the spaces are different sizes and shapes. This is a very unique show!

Can I leave early?

NO! Artists may NOT break down before 6 pm. Artists who leave early will not be allowed to return.

 

Where is the nearest bathroom?
There are Porta Potties set up for the day at the corner or West Cedar and Cambridge Streets. (At the corner where CVS is, under the Red Line.)

Can I smoke in my space?
No. There is no smoking on private properrty. Several owners will ony let us use their gardens if the artists do not smoke, partly because of the smell and partly because past artists have left cigarette butts behind.

Where is the nearest ATM?
The are several banks and ATMs on Charles and Cambridge. They are marked on the Art Walk map for customers.

Is there a number to call for info?
No. Only email. If your question is not answered here, email us. Please do not call the Civic Association-- they handle our money but cannot answer questions about your space or display, etc.

Do you need volunteers?
YES!! We ask neighbors, spouses and friends to be at the start tables for 2-hour blocks of time on the day of the event. You will be greeting visitors and handing them maps.

We also need help ahead of time organizing and publicizing the show. If you can give us a couple of hours, pop us an email and we'll give you a task!