Showcase 2026 Artist Vendor Application - Dorchester Center of the Arts

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Section 1: Contact Information

Tell us how to contact you about your Showcase 2026 application.

Primary Contact Name*

Enter the name of the person DCA should contact about this application.

Artist or Business Name*

Email*

Phone Number*

Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Website

Optional

Social Media

Optional

Section 2: About Your Artwork

Tell the jury what you create and what you plan to sell at Showcase 2026.

Art Category*

Select all that apply.

Brief Description of Artwork*

Please briefly describe the artwork or handmade items you plan to sell at Showcase 2026.

Vendor Status*

First-time Showcase Vendor

Returning Showcase Vendor

Section 3: Artwork for Jury Review

All artist vendors must submit work for jury review. Upload at least one clear image of your artwork or provide a link to an online portfolio. Three images are preferred. All items sold at Showcase 2026 must be original, artist-created work made by the applying vendor. Commercially manufactured, imported, or resale items are not permitted.

Artwork Submission Method*

Upload artwork images

Provide artwork link

Artwork Images*

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, pdf, heic, Max. file size: 2 MB, Max. files: 3.

Please upload 1-3 images of your artwork for jury review. Accepted file types: JPG, JPEG, PNG, or PDF. Maximum file size is 2 MB per file. If your image files are too large to upload, please either reduce the file size before submitting or provide a website, Google Drive folder, Dropbox link, or social media link where the committee can view your artwork.

Artwork or Portfolio Link*

Link to your website, online portfolio, Instagram, Facebook page, or shared photo folder. Make sure the link is public or viewable by Dorchester Center for the Arts.

Section 4: Booth Request

Booth spaces are 10 feet by 10 feet. Showcase 2026 will take place rain or shine. Artists are strongly encouraged to bring a canopy. Please indicate your preferred booth space below. Booth fees are only due after acceptance. Approved artists will receive payment instructions after review by the Showcase Committee. Please indicate your preferred booth space below. Booth fees are only due after acceptance. Approved artists will receive payment instructions after review by the Showcase Committee.

Booth Space Requested*

Single Booth, 10' × 10' - $50 through August 7, then $60

Double Booth, 10' × 20' - $75 through August 7, then $85

Special Booth Requests

List any accessibility needs, placement considerations, or other requests. Requests are not guaranteed.

Section 5: Supporting DCA

DCA’s Tricky Tray is a fundraising raffle featuring donated artwork, handmade goods, gift certificates, and other special items. Proceeds help support DCA programs, exhibitions, and community arts activities.

Would you be interested in donating one or more items to the Tricky Tray?*

This is optional and does not affect jury selection or vendor acceptance.

Yes

Maybe - please contact me

Not at this time

Tell Us About Your Possible Donation

Please describe the item(s).

Section 6: Final Agreement

Please check box before submitting your application.

Original Artwork Agreement*

I confirm that the artwork submitted is original and created by me.

Acceptance Agreement*

I understand that submitting this application does not guarantee acceptance.

Booth Fee Agreement*

I understand that booth fees will be collected only after acceptance.

Weather Agreement*

I understand that Showcase 2026 is a rain-or-shine event.

Vendor Guidelines Agreement*

I agree to follow all Showcase 2026 artist vendor guidelines.

Electronic Signature Agreement*

I certify that the information in this application is accurate and understand that typing my name below serves as my electronic signature.

Electronic Signature*

Type your full legal name as your electronic signature.

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