AMP: Artists' Meeting Place and Resource Collective

Ventura Spring ArtWalk Weekend Applications Now Available

The City of Ventura Cultural Affairs Division invites artists and merchants to apply by February 1st or February 12 to participate in the Spring ArtWalk Weekend-Saturday and Sunday, April 25 & 26, 2009 in Ventura's Downtown Cultural District.

A new participant orientation will be held on Wednesday January 14th at 7 pm in the City Hall Atrium; 501 Poli Street - 1st floor. Assistance will be available for interested participants and with matching up artists and merchants who apply by February 1st. All other applications must be in by February 12th. General questions on participating and instructions on filling out the application will be discussed, along with innovative ideas to market ArtWalk exhibits to draw in patrons.

Artists may choose to exhibit with a merchant host or showcase their art outdoors in artisan booths. Visit www.venturaartwalk.org for applications and full information.

ArtWalk is a free, twice-per-year, self-guided weekend walking tour of 200 established and emerging artists at over 80 galleries, studios and eclectic gallery-for-a day venues in Ventura's Downtown Cultural District, just steps from the beach and Ventura Pier.

Multicultural performances outdoors, a variety of children's activities and a free shuttle bus connect venue restaurants, salons, antique shops, boutiques and cafes. ArtWalk is one of the best ways to check out Ventura's bustling and diverse art community!

For more information contact: Robin Elander, ArtWalk Coordinator, at 805.658.4760 or relander@ci.ventura.ca.us.

Additional Websites on Ventura
www.ventura-usa.com
www.cityofventura.net
www.placeonline.us

from LA Culture Net