Preguntas frecuentes – Artistas Japan Weekend

What is the function of this website?

The web https://arte.japanweekend.com is the official platform for artists who want to participate in Japan Weekend. Its main function is to centralize the entire registration process as an artist.

Functions of the Japan Weekend art website

Register and sRequest your artist identifier code

Create your artist account.
Upload your portfolio with examples of your work.
Include your personal and billing information.
Receive your Artist identifierwhich allows you to register for future events.

Update your artist information

You can modify your alias, social networks or contact information.
You can also resubmit portfolios if you change your style (only when the annual review period opens).

Manage your participation securely

The code is personal and non-transferable.
All the info is associated to your profile, which facilitates future management.

What is the purpose of registering?

1. Get your artist code

This is the main purpose of registration. Only if you register and upload your portfolio you will be able to receive your identifier codewhich is mandatory to apply for a booth.

2. Demonstrate that you are an artist and that you create your own products.

By registering you upload your portfolio, your process videos and your social media. This allows the Japan Weekend team:

Verify that you comply with the regulations.
Classify you as NOCOM, AH o +18.
Confirm that what you do is original and does not infringe copyright.

3. Access event registration forms

Once you have registered and your code has been approved, you can sign up for events when registration opens.

4. Receive official info about your application

As everything is linked to your profile, any communication about:

Acceptance or rejection of your application.
Migrations or changes.
Event data (schedules, location, etc.) arrives directly associated with your registration.

5. Easily update your info

If you change your alias, style, networks or products, you can update everything from your profile on the website (when the review period is open).

Is it mandatory to register if I want to attend Japan Weekend as an artist?

Yes, it is mandatory to register if you want to attend Japan Weekend as an artist and have a booth in the artist area.

Why is registration mandatory?

To participate as an artist in Japan Weekend, you must obtain a artist identifier codewhich is personal, unique and for life. This code is obtained by registering on the official website of artists: https://arte.japanweekend.com. Without this code, you cannot apply for a booth or participate in the artists' area.

What does registration involve?

When you register, you must:

Fill in your personal and artistic data.
Upload your portfolio with samples of your work.
Provide links to your social networks.
Include videos where you are seen creating your products from scratch.

This information allows the Japan Weekend team to review and approve your application and place you in one of the groups:

NOCOM (non-commercial / amateur)
AH (artist house / professional)
+18 (adult content)

What happens after the review?

Once your code has been approved, you will be able to apply for booths at Japan Weekend events. There are two forms to apply for booths:

Form 1: Determines the order of registration and who is the person responsible for the stand.
Form 2: Collect all the information related to your booth, the artist 2 and if you want proximity to another booth.

Both forms are mandatory and must be completed within the established deadline.

Can I share a booth with another artist?

Yes, but both must have their own artist identifier code. If you request a booth in the Artist Houseboth must have AH code. If it is in the Non Commercialboth must have a code, regardless of the group to which they belong.

What happens if I don't register?

If you do not register and do not obtain your artist ID code, you will not be able to apply for a booth or participate as an artist in Japan Weekend. Registration is a prerequisite to ensure that the products sold at the event are original and created by the artists themselves.

Do I have to choose the type of grouping I want (Non-commercial, Artist House or +18)?

Yes, you have to make it clear what kind of grouping you are looking for when you upload your portfolio.

Because is not evaluated equally a portfolio for a booth Artist House (AH) that for one Non Commercial (NOCOM). These are two different levels, and the Japan Weekend team takes into account the type of grouping you want to achieve to assess whether your work is a good fit or not.

Why is it important?

If your goal is to gain access to Artist House (AH), your portfolio must demonstrate a higher level in technique, originality and variety. They are looking for artists with a more professional approach.
If you aim at Non Commercial (NOCOM)The review is more flexible. Compliance with regulations is valued, but the same technical level is not required as for AH.
If your portfolio is mainly focused on +18 content (over 70%), you could be assigned directly to the group +18 to expose in that area.

What happens if I don't clearly indicate what I want?

It is important that you are honest with yourself and your current level of performance. The team that reviews portfolios needs to know which grouping you are applying for (AH, NOCOM or +18) because are not valued equally. Asking for AH "just in case" does not work. Request Artist House (AH) is not a lottery. You will not be assigned AH simply because you asked for it. It is a group reserved for artists with:

Solid and developed technique. Well defined personal style. Extensive portfoliowith a variety of products and finished illustrations.

What if I don't have that level yet?

It's OK. If you're just starting out, have fewer pieces, or your style is still developing, it's better to order NOCOM directly.
That does not close any dooryou can continue to grow and reapply for AH at a later date when you feel that your work has evolved.

In addition...

Keep in mind that reviewing a portfolio with AH intent takes more time and detail. If someone asks for AH without having a proper portfolio, they are taking up the team's time unnecessarily and taking space away from those who are prepared.

Be clear and realistic: it's best for everyone.

Requesting a grouping that fits your current level will make the process fairer, more streamlined and give you a better chance of getting a place in the event.