Artist applications are open for Ink the Block Party 2026! We are seeking applications for Woodblock artists, Artist vendors, Muralists, and Volunteers. You can see an overview of the applications below, but for details please visit osc-arts.com to learn more and see all associated fees and deadlines. Actual event date is September 19, 2026 from 2-8PM in the 300 block of downtown Norman, Oklahoma on Crawford Ave.

FEE SUMMARY AT A GLANCE

Woodblock, registration only: $25

Registration plus 2x2 block: $40

Registration plus 2x4 block: $50

Artist vendor: $75

Muralist: Free (with $500 award per selected artist)

WOODBLOCK ARTIST (STEAMROLLER PRINT)

Artists carve a woodblock that gets inked and printed live via steamroller onto at least one piece of washed muslin cloth. OSC-Press supplies 2' x 4' MDF at 1/2" thick; self-supplied blocks must be 2'x2' or 2'x4' and 1/2" thick (other sizes require prior approval). Optional laid-back carving sessions run 6 to 8 PM on two evenings before the event, and artists can opt in to help print on event day. Blocks must be dropped off before 6 PM on the Saturday prior.

Fees:

Registration only (bring or reuse your own block): $25

2x2 MDF block plus registration: $40

2x4 MDF block plus registration: $50

ARTIST VENDORS (MARKET)

Artist market vending on event day. Vendors must provide a sales tax permit number (STS format) or SSN plus their vendor name via the city form, and must collect and remit Oklahoma sales tax (filing a Special Event Promoter application if they lack a permit). Food trucks additionally register with the City Clerk, meet OK Health Department regulations, and pass a Norman Fire Department inspection. Load-in is 12:30 PM, setup complete by 2 PM, and vendors stay until at least 7 PM (breakdown and cleanup at 8 PM).

Fee: $75 standard vending fee.

MURALIST

Four selected muralists create live, large-scale works on dedicated 4x4 ft panels in the 300 block of the Walker Arts District. Free to apply and participate; each selected artist receives a $500 award, is featured in event promotions, and works in a public, family-friendly setting. Artists bring their own supplies, with limited supplies provided by Uncanny Art House. Application deadline is August 31, 2026, with acceptance notifications on September 7.

Fee: none (free to apply; $500 award to each of the 4 selected).

VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers can help with woodblock printing prep, setup, hospitality, steamroller printing (inking and layout, or clean-hands fabric handling), live mural assist, live music assist, and breakdown. Shift options include woodblock prep on Sept 16 and 18, event-day shifts on Sept 19 (early 11 AM to 3 PM, midday 2 to 6 PM, closing 5 to 9 PM), and pre-event flyer distribution.

Fee: none.

Learn More and Apply Here!

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This Event/Opportunity is provided by Uncanny Art House and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 106 East Main St., Norman, OK 73069

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