Guidelines

ArtStock Studio Tour is open to all visual media artists except film.

Application Process
Artists are required to submit the following, along with their completed application, in advance of the deadline:

• Five -Seven (5 – 7) images of original work intended for sale
• A non-refundable application fee, paid online
• Artist Statement (limit your statement to 150-175 words.)

Note: we are looking for a Statement not an Artists Bio. If you need help writing your statement look at ARTPLACER’s do’s and dont’s or ARTDEX’s Guide.

Artists are required to open their studios or join a popup gallery during the event (a studio is any workspace which the artist is permitted to open to the public and where the artist can demonstrate their original art, working methods – living rooms, parent’s garages, etc. are permissible) all hours of the event. Each site should be designated by an Artstock sign and red balloons. (Additional signs can be provided).

Artists should self-promote their participation in any manner as long as any mention of their studio address includes information about ArtStock Studio Tour.

Applicants will receive an email confirmation of their successful submission. If you do not receive a confirmation, please email reg@artstocktour.com. Applications do not guarantee acceptance. Artists must apply each year; acceptance in a previous year does not guarantee acceptance in future years.

Fees –

• Your fee for the 2025 Artstock Studio Tour is $85.00 for artists and $65.00 for students and Teachers after June 1 fee is $95.00
• This fee locks in your participation and space in the Gallery Show (both online and at CVA). Additionally it is used toward mailings, management of the ArtStock website, development of marketing materials, incidental expenses for the Preview and Opening Receptions, and Gallery and inclusion in various calendars in Greensboro and Guilford County.

Timeline – 

• • • Registration April 1 – May 31. (Artist $85.00 – Student – $65.00)
    • Late Registration after June 1. (Artist $95.00 – Student – $75.00)

What ArtStock Offers Accepted Artists –

• • • Each artist receives a dedicated page on the ArtStock website, featuring a website link, artist statement, and five – seven photos of the artists current work for sale you submitted in this application. The website will remain online until June 1st 2026 and promoted during the entire year, providing continued presence on the internet for all artists.
    • 2025 Artstock Participants are required to show at least two pieces of their current work in the ArtStock Gallery at The Center for Visual Art in the Greensboro Cultural Arts Center. The final number of pieces /space per artist will be determined by the number of participants.  The art provided for your dedicated page will also need to be available for the ArtStock Online Gallery Store. There is a 30% commission charged for sales at both The Center for Visual Art Gallery during the week of the event and the Online Gallery Store. We will provide additional forms for the Galleries.
    • This year we are including a video interview for each artist to be used on their page and in social media. After you sign up you will be contacted to schedule your time and place for the video interview. we will also give you access to the video for your own use as well.
    • Studios Signs directing visitors to your studios are provided to each artist with a refundable sign deposit.
    • Announcements about you and your work will be published via Artstock social media from June 2025 to Oct 2025.
    • POP-UP galleries will be available for artist without studio space a first come basis. Please contact Artstock to arrange for a popup location as needed.

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