Artist Alley

What to know before you go

Where Creativity Meets Celebration

Artist Alley is a vibrant hub where talented individuals come together to showcase their creativity and passion. Here, you’ll discover a treasure trove of unique, handmade creations—from stunning art prints to custom shirts, keychains, pins, and more.

Take your time to explore all the amazing tables. Engage with the artists, learn about their inspirations, and maybe even commission a piece that’s uniquely yours. You never know—you might just stumble upon your new favorite artist.

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Artist Alley | Holiday Matsuri

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Application Information

How Our Selection Process Works

Holiday Matsuri uses a juried lottery system to ensure fairness:

Important Notes: We cannot respond to individual inquiries about application status, waitlist position, or denial reasons.

Important Dates

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Portfolio Requirements

What to Submit:

  • Up to Two (2) portfolio links (main + backup recommended)
  • Accepted formats: Personal website, Instagram, Twitter, DeviantArt, ArtStation, Google Drive
    • Bonus: Include a photo of your planned table display setup!

Portfolio Guidelines:

  •  All artwork must be your original creation
  • Collaborative works accepted (list all contributors clearly)
  • Ensure links remain accessible throughout the review period
  • Showcase your best and most representative work
  • Include variety if possible (different styles, subjects, mediums)

Applications Now Open

Artist Alley Table Options & Pricing

Standard
Artist Table

Price:

$500

Included:

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Premium
Artist Table

Price:

$700

Included:

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Now Open!

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Artist Alley Policies

What you CAN Sell

Original Artwork & Creations:

  • Your original illustrations, paintings, and sketches
  • Digital art prints of your work
  • Handmade crafts and accessories
  • Original character designs
  • Commission work created by you
  • Your artistic interpretations of existing characters
  • Parody artwork (not too close to original logos)
  • Transformative fan art creations
  • Original takes on popular franchises
  • Adult content (must be properly covered/concealed)
  • Adult content requiring ID check for viewing uncensored work
  • Mass-produced merchandise of your own original designs

What you CANNOT Sell

Prohibited Items:

  • Generative AI imagery or AI-assisted artwork
  • Counterfeit, bootleg, or licensed commercial products
  • Food, beverages, or consumables
  • Commercially Licensed Mass-produced merchandise
  • Proxy selling (other artists’ work without them present)
  • Traced artwork or copied licensed logos
  • Items requiring open flames or dangerous materials
  • Mass-produced items from overseas suppliers
  • Items that infringe on intellectual property
  • Anything requiring special licensing or permits
  • Weapons or weapon replicas (even decorative)
  • Live animals or plants

Proxy Selling & Table Transfer Policy

All registered artists are required to be physically present at their assigned tables throughout convention hours (Friday through Sunday). Tables may not be staffed by third-party sellers, intermediaries, or unauthorized representatives. During Artist Alley check-in, the applicant must present government-issued photo identification matching the name submitted in their application before receiving permission to set up. Only artwork created by the table’s registered artist may be sold at that location. Special circumstances involving collaborative projects or designated assistants require prior written approval through the application process. Violations of this policy, including identity misrepresentation or unauthorized sale of another creator’s work, will result in immediate ejection from Holiday Matsuri’s Artist Alley and a lifetime ban from participating in future events. 


Tables are not transferable: Any artist who sublets or transfers their table is subject to removal without refund.

AI-Generated Content Policy

Artwork generated via the use of artificial intelligence, machine learning or similar algorithms, is prohibited at Holiday Matsuri. Selling or promotion of AI generated art is cause for removal without a refund from any vendor or artist booth.

Frequently Asked Questions

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