31 Mar Chalk Walk North Augusta Forward | Open Call For Art | Due Apr 7th
NORTH AUGUSTA FORWARD :
CALL FOR ARTISTS
Event: Third Thursday Chalk Walk
Event Date: Thursday, April 20th
Location: Downtown North Augusta (specific business location provided upon approval)
Summary Details: Art should be in keeping with a Spring Theme, Juried by NA Forward Arts + Culture
Committee, prizes will be awarded for 1st-3rd place winners, limited (10-15 artists)
Application Due By: April 7, 2023
Notification of Acceptance By: April 10, 2023
THIRD THURSDAY
Every month on Third Thursday Downtown North Augusta comes alive with unique experiences and
opportunities to engage with local shops and restaurants. Each month offers a new theme and new ways
to get involved. The community is invited to visit all participating business using the vintage trolley.
EVENT DESCRIPTION
April’s spring themed Third Thursday event will include a Chalk Walk featuring local artists alongside
downtown merchants. Depending upon the business you are paired with, the size of your “concrete canvas”
will vary from a standard size sidewalk square to larger, less restricted space. Artists can begin working on
their chalk art at 3 pm and need to be finished by 7 pm. North Augusta Forward will supply each artist with
chalk. The chalk will be available at the business you are paired with. The Arts and Culture Committee will
jury chalk art starting at 7 pm and awards will be announced by 7:45 pm. If selected, you will have the
opportunity to setup a table to display your art for purchase (you would be responsible for all supplies to
setup i.e., table, chair, linen).
NORTH AUGUSTA FORWARD
At North Augusta Forward, our mission is to inspire, lead and implement a united vision that provides the
best possible quality of life for the community of North Augusta, SC.
Through this mission, our vision is for North Augusta to become the “community of choice” to live, work
and play within the River Region.
REQUIRED SUBMISSION MATERIALS
1. Description of what you plan to create
2. Link to website or social media (if applicable)
3. In addition to the chalk art, if you plan to display/sell your artwork, please list and give a detailed
description of items you wish to sell. Images of your artwork must be submitted.
HOW TO APPLY
Artists can apply by completing this form HERE.
SELECTION PROCESS
North Augusta Forwards Arts + Culture Committee will select 10 to 15 applicants to create a chalk art
display on Third Thursday, April 20th. If selected, you will be notified by April 10, 2023 and given further
instruction.
DETAILS and PERAMETERS
• Ten-Fifteen (10-15) artists will be selected to participate
• Depending upon the business you are paired with, the size of the area for your art will vary from a
standard sidewalk square size to larger.
• Work can begin on April 20th at 3 pm and must be complete by 7 pm.
• The jury will review completed chalk at starting at 7 pm and awards will be announced by 7:45 pm.
• If selected and you plan to display/sell you art, you must be self-contained, and provide your own
electricity and water source. Artists will be responsible for the cleanup of their designated area,
including ground debris. Artists will be responsible for any tables, chairs or tents (with weights)
needed for their display.
• Please list and give a detailed description of items you wish to sell. Please attach a picture or submit
an example of your work.