Application

Art Crush - Rolling Educator Application

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Deadline: Oct 31, 2026 11:59 pm (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Date: May 15, 2026 7:00 pm - Nov 20, 2026 10:00 pm (EDT)
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Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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Free

About the application

This application is for Educators to teach at  ART CRUSH held on Trade & 6th Street (500-700 blocks) in the Arts District of Winston-Salem in North Carolina. 

 

  • May 15th: Color the District
  • July 17th: Winston Salem Weekend
  • Sept 18th: Hispanic Heritage
  • Nov 20th: Arts District Celebration

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and Educators will be notified 3 weeks before the ART CRUSH they are selected to teach in.

About the event

Starting this year, ART CRUSH will take place four times annually: May · July · September · November This refined schedule allows us to invest more deeply in each event while continuing to support arts and cultural activity throughout the city year-round. Join us for our lively event that showcases our local talent and supports our Arts District of Winston-Salem.
Arts District of Winston-Salem
Arts District of Winston-Salem
Arts District of Winston-Salem
Arts District of Winston-Salem

Terms & Conditions

BEFORE YOU APPLY, PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

Please review all of the information in this application before submitting. 

 

EVENT DETAILS

  • Event time: 7–10 PM
  • Session 1: 7:15-8:15 PM 
  • Session 2: 8:45-9:45 PM
  • We require eductaors to stay for both sessions. 30 minutes is availabe for setup between sessions

SELECTION PROCESS

  • 2 Art Educators will be selected per Art Crush to teach a beginner-level guided activity.
  • Activities should be involved enough to create an immersive experience, while open enough for visitors to participate at any time within the 1-hour window.
  • If you are selected, you will receive an acceptance email 3 weeks before your selected ART CRUSH, and a $100 honorarium by the Monday following ART CRUSH.
  • Educator selections are based on specific criteria to create a well-rounded event. They do not reflect, in any way, your value or talent as an Art Educator; ADWS is an equal-opportunity organization.

BOOTH INFORMATION

  • 10 stools & 2 6-foot tables will be provided for attendees.
  • 1 6-foot table will be provided for Educators to sell merch, art kits, and promote themselves.
  • Bringing tents and extra tables is acceptable

SALES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Educators are responsible for collecting their own payments.
  • Educators are responsible for charging and reporting sales tax (if required).

ADDITIONAL NOTES

  • Participants under 18 must have a legal guardian present if selected.
  • Creative demonstrations are welcome. Please do not use open flames.
  • Classes are not required to match the theme of the event
  • Educators may play their own music, if desired. Please bring your own speaker.
  • Please read through the logistics email before you arrive.
  • Our event map is not to scale. 
  • You cannot park on Trade or 6th. Please read our logistics where parking options are listed. 
  • Lights and electricity are not provided. Please, plan ahead.

Questions on the application

Business information

  • Business name
  • Legal business name
  • Contact name
  • Address
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Website (Optional)
  • Logo

Additional information

  • Prefered Pronouns
  • Which art form(s) best defines what you do/what attendees will most likely see from you at ART CRUSH? (Select all that apply).
  • Choose the classification that best describes your status as an Art Educator (check all that apply).
  • Artist Statement
  • Instagram Handle (@name or say n/a)
  • Facebook (full clickable link, please)
  • What best describes you? Please choose one.
  • What best describes your ethnicity? Please choose one.
  • What best describes you? Please choose one. ADWS is dedicated to being inclusive. This information helps us understand our current audience and future outreach initiatives.
  • Will you need assistance setting up your table?
  • If you answered "other" please put it in below:
  • If you answered "other" please put it in below:
  • If you chose "other", to ethnicity question, please specify.
  • If you chose "other", for the outreach initiatives question, please specify.

Picture requirements

  • Minimum pictures required: 4
Art Crush - Rolling Educator Application
Art Crush - Rolling Educator Application
ART CRUSH- 2026