Virtual Art Scroll continues on September 2nd!
Downtown Vision, Downtown Jacksonville’s Business Improvement District continues curating an interactive “Art Scroll” experience in lieu of the traditional First Wednesday Art Walk.
For this month’s Virtual Art Walk we will host an artist interview during our lunch time segment (12-1 p.m.) and will be sharing The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville’s 44th Annual Art Awards at 7 p.m.
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Wednesday, September 2nd
Virtual Events
12 p.m. | During our lunchtime segment on our Facebook Page, we will be interviewing artist Kiara Amaris Sanchez of Kiartist to chat about her journey to becoming an artist, her iconic style, and what Hispanic Heritage Month means to her.
7 p.m. | Join us in the evening as we stream The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville’s 44th Annual Art Awards. Many of our beloved Art Walk artists and performers are up for awards and we could not be more proud. You can catch the awards on their Facebook page.
Participate in the Online Auction Through September 6th
Sign Up For the Virtual Pre-Awards Cocktail Party with a Cocktail Making Class
Order Cocktail Making Ingredients
Support Local
All Day | Shop Art Walk by visiting iloveartwalk.com
Support Downtown Jacksonville by swinging through for lunch or dinner to-go!
FREE BEER | Stop in at Super Food and Brew for a free Bold City Brewery beer on us with your entree!
Hemming Park Artists
Each month, Art Walk hosts dozens of artists, seeking to show and sell their works. From jewelry to paintings and more, you’ll find a mix of unique, handmade items from both emerging and established artists.
While we are on hiatus, please support our Art Walk artists from the comfort of your home by clicking on the links below.
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Alternate Bazaar Art
Stickers & Prints
Belle Epoque Pottery
Pottery
Bello Boopie
Sarcastic Greeting Cards
bluedoorbodega
Pet Products &. Face Masks
Body & Soul
Body Products
Boho Babie Jewelry
Jewelry
Carol Iyer
Art | Paintings
Handcrafted by Alice
Jewelry
Hooked by Faith
Art
Itzcali Huichol
Accessories
Jax Pins
Accessories
JLJ Illustrates
Art
JMarie Art & Life
Art
JShipley's Shenanigans
Accessories
NEW Reads Publications
Books & Publisher
Opulent Venus
Art
Oremus Art
Art
Pink Flamingo Arts
Beaded Accessories
Pixel Ken
Digital Art & Prints
Reflections in Glass
Glass Art
Rhashid Dukes
Digital Art
Stenotab Handmade
Accessories
Tea Nation
Tea Products
The Bead Bowl
Accessories
The Art of Kyle Willis
Mixed Media Art
Unique Woodworks
Wood Art
Duvalz Finest
Clothing
More vendors we love and miss
Abdul’s Paintings and Carved Candles • Becky Lyons Arts • Creative Solutions Inc • Global Bambini • Mackenzie Renn • Maribeth Sanchez Illustrations • Patrick’s Metal and Stuff Showroom • Nani Mana Jewelry • Nicole Mangum and Michelle Ginder • Sarah Sew Geeky • Selah The Artist • Student Artist Collective • The Bead Guy • Tovah2Creations
Video Gallery
Don’t forget about the organizations and nonprofits who don the Main Stage.
Performers
Each month, Art Walk hosts some of the best performers in Jacksonville. Although you won’t be able to hear them live, follow the links below to see how you can continue to support our performers.
2020 Art Walk Performers:
Eric Jamaal Williams
JAMS
Three Hearts Dance
Esquire
The Florida Ballet
N.Finite Barz
Paradigm Flux
Players by the Sea
FSCJ danceWORKS
JFRD Pipes and Drums
Aisling Grove
First Coast Wind Symphony
Hope at Hand Presents: Jax Poetry Fest
Firewater Tent Revival
The Snacks
Smokestack
Dansations
Pine Forest Dance Ensemble
Scott Jones School of Dance
Heartspace 432
Participate
Whether you’re an emerging or established artist or performer, a food truck, Non-Profit, or business, Art Walk is the perfect opportunity to showcase your work in front of thousands of patrons.
Click the links below to virtually support our many businesses and organizations.
2020 Food Trucks:
Back to the Grind
Best Burgers Jax
Chubby Burrito
Dagwoods
Frozen Sweets Truck
Fusion Food Truck
Hapa Li
Happy Grilled Cheese
Humble Wood Fire
Island Girl Seafood
Latin Soul Grille
Mr. Potato Spread
Rocco’s Pizzaria
Saffron
Son of a Butcher
Umami
2020 Businesses and Organizations:
Affordable Marijuana License
African International Village
Boys Scouts Troop 837
Scouts BSA Troop 522 and 465
City of Jacksonville US Census
Connecting thru Music
DNP Cupcakery
Excellence Academy for the Performing Arts
First Coast Parkinson’s Run
Hello Fresh
Jacksonville Symphony
Jax Rides, LLC.
JASMYN
Jump4Jax
My Gym
Neighborhood Services Office
Northside Coalition of Jacksonville
One Blood
Pina Colada de Puerto Rico
River City Pride
Save the Children
Sea Shepherd Conservation Society
The Performers Academy
The Professional Liar (Magician)
The Ritz Theatre & Lavilla Museum
The Women’s Center of Jacksonville
Unified Rhythm
University of North Florida Grad School
Venue Highlights
Continue to support #DTJax’s small businesses and stay updated on what restaurants and businesses are offering to-go and gift cards here.
Venues
1904 Music Hall
Live Performance
Bellwether
Dining
Bold City Downtown
Bars & Nightlife
Breezy Jazz Club
Live Performance
Chamblin's Uptown
Dining
Cypress Floral Design
Shopping
De Real Ting
Bars & Nightlife
Dos Gatos
Bars & Nightlife
Gili's Kitchen
Dining
Jacksonville Main Library
Arts & Culture
Jessie Ball duPont Center
Developments
MOCA Jacksonville
Arts & Culture
Myth Nightclub
Bars & Nightlife
Southlight Gallery
Arts & Culture
Superfood and Brew
Dining
Sweet Pete's Candy Co.
Dining
The Volstead
Bars & Nightlife
Wolf & Cub
Shopping
The #DTJax Logo Art Contest Entries
Ages 0-10
Winner: Isla Age 9
Samantha Age 7
Cheyanne Age 9
Alex Age 9
Cooper Age 7
Joe Age 5
Hannah Age 6
Cassidy Age 7
Ava Age 6
Leviathan Age 7
Regina Age 9
Noah Age 7
Margot Age 6
Ages 11+
Winner: Mason Age 16
Sage Age 11
Alma Age 34
Erin Age 44
Janna Age 57
Jean Age 62
Adults with intellectual and developmental differences
Winner: Austin Age 24
Stacia Age 50
Carol Age 39
Maddie Age 23
Avery Age 30
Jason Age 35
Emily Age 38
Eugene Age 61
Ryan Age 60
Micheal Age 40
Rebecca Age 53
Edward Age 51
Shawn Age 50
Bobbi Age 44
Campbell Age 37
Micheal Age 40
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About Art Walk
The First Wednesday Art Walk is a monthly event produced by Downtown Vision, Inc. (DVI), the Business Improvement District, to bring people to the cultural and historical center of the city and showcase Jacksonville’s deep and energetic pool of creative talent. Open to visual and performing artists, Art Walk is on the first Wednesday of every month from 5 – 9 p.m., rain or shine. More than 35 Art Walk venues stretch across Downtown Jacksonville’s core and include Hemming Park, galleries, museums, cultural and educational venues, restaurants and bars, Downtown businesses and more.The First Wednesday Art Walk is a great way to meet fellow artists, buy and appreciate their work, and be part of the rapidly growing art scene in Jacksonville. We estimate that, on average, 5,000 art enthusiasts attend each month to see more than 100 artists exhibiting at Art Walk.
2020 Art Walk Themes
- February: Non-Profits for the Arts
- March: St. Paddy Takes Over #DTJax
- April: eARTh Day
- May: May I Have This Dance?
- June: Bold City Release Party
- July: Red, White and Blues
- August: Back to School ARTs
- September: Sneak Peek into Hispanic Heritage Month
- October: Nightmare on Laura Street
- November: Salute to Service
- December: Spirit of Giving
(*Themes are subject to change)
Sponsors
Getting Around
Parking
Parking is free after 6 p.m. Art Walk night at meters and at the Elite Parking Services garage on the corner of Clay and Adams streets.
Skyway
A unique and scenic way to get around Downtown, the elevated Skyway will take you down the block or all the way across the St. Johns River for free, with extended hours during Art Walk.
Accessibility
Art walk is centered around James Weldon Johnson Park, our home base, which is a fully wheelchair accessible 1.54 acre public park in the heart of Downtown.