3rd Thursday Modesto Art Walk

To participate in the Art Walk you must sign up before 5 PM on the second Tuesday of the month. Late registrations will not be placed and will be invited to participate in the following month’s Art Walk.

All participating artists must check in at 1315 J Street between 3:30 and 4:30PM before going to their designated location. At check in artist will be provided with an event branded Artist Name Tag, identifying them as an official Art Walk Artist, some Art Walk Maps to help any patrons that may ask for directions, and raffle tickets to have community members that purchase an item fill out to be entered in a drawing for a prize from a local sponsor. All raffle tickets will need to be returned to 1315 J Street by 8 :30 PM.

Artist Easels and Support:

All Art Walk participants will be offered the use of one wooden ease during the event at no cost. Easels are to be picked up at Artist check at 1315 J Street between 3:30 and 4:30PM the day of Art Walk. 

Additional easels may be rented from the SAC for $5 per easel (max of 3 easels per artist). All requests for additional easels must be made by the second Monday of the month. Easels must be returned by 8:30PM the night of Art Walk. 

Artists must sign up by the 2nd Monday of the month by 5 PM to Art Walk, to be placed.

• Program participation cost $10 per Art Walk

  All artists wishing to participate in the Art Walk must during the sign up period beginning on the third Friday of the Month and before 5 pm on the second Monday of the next month. Please note that Art Walk Program Participation costs are nonrefundable.

Benefits to Artists participating in Art Walk

Showcase Your Work:

The art walk provides an opportunity to present your art to the community in a welcoming, well-organized environment that elevates your creative vision.

Dedicated Promotional Support:

Our team will provide participating Art Walk Artists with marketing support, via event specific social media campaigns, email blasts, and printed materials. Furthermore, Stanislaus Arts Council’s Member artists will be featured in the Artist Member Directory

Access to a Prime Location:

The Stanislaus Arts Council curates strategic, high-traffic spaces for participating artists, offering maximum exposure and engagement opportunities.

Community Recognition:

Being part of an event organized by a trusted and established organization like the Stanislaus Arts Council enhances your reputation and aligns you with a respected arts initiative.

Networking Opportunities:

Connect with local creatives, community members, arts supporters, business owners, and industry professionals who can support and advance your career.

Direct Sales Opportunities:

The art walk is a proven platform for selling art, offering you the chance to directly interact with buyers and close sales without commissions.

Cultural Contribution:

Participating in the art walk helps enrich Modesto’s cultural landscape and positions you as a vital part of its creative identity within the Dos Rios Arts & Cultural District.

Affordable and Accessible:

Program participation costs to artists are kept as low as possible to support the operations of Art Walk while remaining affordable to ensure artists of all levels can take part in this enriching event.