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Call for Artists: 3rd Kensington Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 13, 2019 at 4:00am

May 25-27
Memorial Day Weekend

Milford, Michigan
Kensington Metropark, 4570 Huron Pkwy.

Sat. 10am-6pm; Sun. 10am-6pm; Mon. 10am-4pm

100 artists

Deadline: February 22

Application fee: $25; Booth fees start at $320

A beautiful art fair next to the lake in the heart of Michigan's most prosperous area. The show is centered in one of Michigan's wealthiest areas, Oakland County, which has the highest per capita income in the state. Traditional images do well in all price points. Audience is a little older with large homes and gardens. Artist booths are in the grass in a serpentine layout.

Extensive marketing and partnerships.

Held in a popular park by the beach with 800 dedicated parking spaces. The park winds along the river with convenient parking, food trucks and river views. The park already attracts 1.2 million visitors annually.

Learn more: https://www.kensingtonartfair.com/

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6929

Call for Artists: The Art of Fire: Clay - Glass - Metal

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 13, 2019 at 4:00am

June 8 & 9
Royal Oak, Michigan

Downtown on Washington St.

Sat. 10 am-7pm; Sun. 11am-5pm
120 Artists
Deadline: March 18

A unique event, featuring 60 clay, glass, and metal artists. The nations only show dedicated to clay, glass and metal.
Extensive demos in each medium.
Educated audience that loves this art and supports it with their purchases.
Artists that demonstrate or offer hands on projects get additional space at no charge.
A narrow focus on work created with minerals and heat attracts an audience specifically looking to purchase these items.

Our artists tell us it is a pleasure having customers who understand their work and techniques. Drive up to unload, convenient artist parking.

Learn more: https://www.artoffirero.com

Apply: https://is.gd/fire19

Presented by the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce with the assistance of Integrity Shows, info@integrityshows.com

Call for Artists: 6th Palmer Park Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 13, 2019 at 4:00am

June 1 & 2
Detroit, Michigan
Palmer Park

Sat. 10am-7pm; Sun. 11am-5pm

65 artists

Deadline: February 28

Application fee: $25; Booth fees start at $335

Best for high end traditional work, afro-centric work, larger paintings and sculpture.

The show is held in beautiful Palmer Park and is adjacent to some of the city's best neighborhoods. Residents are professionals with huge homes and great disposable income. Our experience is the shoppers like more traditional images, and afro-centric work also does well. Don't be afraid to bring larger work as many people have substantial historic homes.

The show winds around a pond and runs adjacent to the historic log cabin. Artists are encouraged to get out of the tent and create installations that enhance their work and interact with the natural beauty of the park.

The "entertainment" is art projects and artist demonstrations. Patrons are invited to get their hands dirty. All of this helps to contribute to appreciation and sales.

Why you should be here:

Limited to 65 artists
Significant paid advertising and news coverage
Easy drive up unloading
Experienced artists friendly organization
Free parking and RV parking

Learn more: www.PalmerParkArtfair.com

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6930

Call for Artists: St. Johns River Festival of the Arts

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 11, 2019 at 4:00am

May 4 - 5

Sanford, Florida

Presented By: St. Johns River Festival of the Arts

150 Artists

Deadline: February 25

Application Fee: $25

Booth Fee: $175/$225

Set in historic downtown Sanford, the event showcases a beautiful setting with Lake Monroe within walking distance, shops and dining and a large historic area. The festival takes place outside on brick lined streets close to city parks.

The St. Johns River Festival of the Arts is committed to promoting the arts and culture to our community. Art education is an integral part of our mission and has resulted in our Art for Kids program that offers art instruction to all students who have a desire to learn at no cost if unable to pay tuition. We support the arts and the belief that art is an important part of our humanity.

The festival features fine arts and fine crafts from over 150 artists. We offer demonstration venues for our attendees with demonstrating artists receiving a waived booth fee for demonstrating during the show. We have fine food vendors in a Culinary Arts Court along with acoustic music by regional musicians.

Each year we add something different to the event, whether it be interactive or stand alone. We look forward to surprising our artists and public.

Extensive marketing in all mediums including lighted bill boards on I-4, printed media, social media, radio and WUCF, public television.

APPLY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6817

More Information stjohnsriverartfest.com

Contact: Kim House stjohnsriverartfest@gmail.com (407) 416-1779

Call for Artists: [Smash] Spring Fine Arts Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 10, 2019 at 4:00am

May 18 & 19
Castle Rock, Colorado
The Village at Castle Pines
(9 miles south of Denver)
24 artists
Deadline: March 1

10' x 10' Booth-fee: $445; 10' x 20' Booth-fee: $845

Corner add-on: $75; Electricity add-on: $15

In the heart of Castle Pines Village - the wealthiest & most affluent neighborhood in Colorado. Showcasing 24 top-shelf national fine-artists. Set-up on May 17th. Nearby overnight RV (self-contained) parking for traveling artists.

Live violin music and fine catering are provided to attract the buyers in this exclusive community.

For further inquiries, please contact the show's organizer:

Anthony Constantino Jr. Anthony@smashinthesquarefestival.com

APPLY: Anthony@smashinthesquarefestival.com, w/ 3 images + 1 booth-shot.

Information: https://www.smashinthesquarefestival.com/

Contact: anthony@smashinthesquarefestival.com

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Artists, find even more art fairs looking for artists: www.CallsforArtists.com

Call for Artists: 26th Frederick Festival of the Arts

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 9, 2019 at 4:00am

June 1 & 2

Frederick, Maryland

Presented by the Frederick Arts Council

Saturday 10-6; Sunday 11-5

100 Artists

Deadline: February 15

Application fee: $40; Booth fee:

Premium Placement: Standard 10' X 10' Booth, $470 (85 Available)
Regular Placement: Standard 10' X 10' Booth,$370 (35 Available)
Corner 10' X 10' Booth $540, (15 Available)
10' X 20' Booth $850, (5 Available)
Power is available for $60

This year marks the 26th anniversary of the Frederick Festival of the Arts, held the first weekend in June on the Carroll Creek Park (an urban park) in the heart of historic downtown Frederick which is less than an hour from DC and Baltimore. This Festival is a juried event of 100+ diverse artists who are chosen by a panel of three independent jurors.

The Frederick Festival of the Arts has strong community support and is well attended by locals and visitors alike. Under new management by an experienced art show organizer, this year's event will continue to be well organized, with adjustments made to accommodate artist feedback. A strong advertising campaign will support the high-quality exhibitors and arts programming.

Artists are well taken care of by helpful staff and volunteers, and while load in/out is carefully organized, there is plenty of help to assist. Other amenities include 24/7 security, nearby convenient parking, booth sitters, complimentary lunch and complimentary awards breakfast on Sunday morning.

For more information:

http://frederickartscouncil.org/programs/festival-of-the-arts/

APPLY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6828

Call for Artists: 52nd Annual Ann Arbor State Street Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 8, 2019 at 4:00am

July 18 - 21

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Presented By: State Street District

320 Artists

Deadline: February 22

Application Fee: $50 Booth Fee: $675

The Ann Arbor State Street District Art Fair is one of the four contiguous art fairs that transform downtown Ann Arbor for 4 days in July. The State Street District Art Fair takes over the city streets within the State Street District and brings the art world to the District. The State Street District Art Fair is known for its eclectic style and wonder as it joins fine art and the vibrant downtown District neighborhood. With the addition of the Emerging Artist section, the Fair is looking forward to reinventing our next 50 years and continuing to provide the Midwest with the best art event.

Marketing Plan:

The State Street District Art Fair works jointly with the other three art fairs to market the overall Ann Arbor Art Fair. The power of the collective gives a large amount of area marketing for the event. Marketing pieces include:

The Ann Arbor Art Fair Official Event Guide: lists each artist by media, booth, and alphabetically with ad space available for purchase by artists
Feature opportunities on the State Street District Facebook page as well as the Ann Arbor Art Fair Facebook page and other social media platforms
Listing on the StateStreetDistrict.org website
Additional website listing on TheAnnArborArtFair.com

APPLY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6944

More Information: www.statestreetdistrict.org/fair/
Contact: Frances Todoro-Hargreaves, artfair@statestreetdistrict.org, (734) 646-1500

Call for Artists: 36th Summerfest Arts Faire

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 7, 2019 at 4:00am

36th

June 13-15

Logan, Utah

Historic Logan Tabernacle Grounds

Thu. & Fri. 11am-9pm; Sat. 10am-8pm

150 Artists

Deadline: February 17

Application fee: $45 Booth fee: 12X12 - $285 - $650

Summerfest is a fine art/fine craft event popular with collectors and visitors (over 50,000). Logan is a university town in a valley of about 100,000 people. Summerfest Arts Faire is held on the grounds of the historic Mormon Tabernacle in a park-like setting. It is on Main Street in the downtown retail area, so it is highly visible to the passing public. Logan is a strong arts town, with museums, live theatre and opera, galleries, and more.

This is a juried event with quality original artwork, outstanding performances, and fun food. We are continually expanding our advertising in order to attract an even larger art-buying public.

Marketing:

We advertise on radio, print and digital media throughout all of northern Utah, southeastern Idaho, and southwestern Wyoming, and we are committed to our artists' success.

You'll Find:

Large 12'x12' booth sizes; Low fees
An air conditioned hospitality suite for artists
Wednesday set-up is available and encouraged
Dedicated artist assistance for load-in and load-out; booth sitters
Artists are invited to come early (starting Friday, June 7) and participate in our plein air paint out and photography contest, and to attend the awards ceremony and opening reception held on Wednesday evening
Free parking and lodging discounts are also available

Summerfest is a non-profit corporation intent on elevating our community through exposure to fine art. We hope you will join us this year!

What Artists Say:

Artist comments from our most recent artist survey (2017):

A good experience overall for me! My art was very well received and my sales good!
Great festival overall, and I was very pleased with how well my "::" art was received in a predominately conservative Mormon community.
Best show that I participate in. The committee and volunteers are amazing.
Great staff! Great booth sitters! And a great experience! I did far better than I expected.
I wish all our shows were run as well as Summerfest.

APPLY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=7011

More Information: www.logansummerfest.com

Contact: Elaine Thatcher info@logansummerfest.com (435) 213-3858

Call for Artists: 6th Palmer Park Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 6, 2019 at 4:00am

May 19 & 20
Detroit, Michigan
Palmer Park

Sat. 10am-7pm; Sun. 11am-5pm

65 artists

Deadline: February 28

Application fee: $25; Booth fees start at $335

Best for high end traditional work, afro-centric work, larger paintings and sculpture.

The show is held in beautiful Palmer Park and is adjacent to some of the city's best neighborhoods. Residents are professionals with huge homes and great disposable income. Our experience is the shoppers like more traditional images, and afro-centric work also does well. Don't be afraid to bring larger work as many people have substantial historic homes.

The show winds around a pond and runs adjacent to the historic log cabin. Artists are encouraged to get out of the tent and create installations that enhance their work and interact with the natural beauty of the park.

The "entertainment" is art projects and artist demonstrations. Patrons are invited to get their hands dirty. All of this helps to contribute to appreciation and sales.

Why you should be here:

Limited to 65 artists
Significant paid advertising and news coverage
Easy drive up unloading
Experienced artists friendly organization
Free parking and RV parking

Learn more: www.PalmerParkArtfair.com

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6930

Call for Artists: 16th Funky Ferndale Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 6, 2019 at 4:00am

September 20-22

Ferndale, Michigan

Fri. 3pm-7pm; Sat. 10am-7pm; Sun. 11am-6pm

100 artists

Deadline: May 17

Application fee: $25; Booth fees start at $355

Best for non-traditional work in all mediums, under $750, jewelry and fiber.

This fair attracts both traditional art fair lovers and those that did not realize that they love fine art. We focus on work that is a bit less traditional, art that invites conversation. Don't be mistaken though, it is a juried fine art fair. Work must be of the highest quality and made by the artist. Check the website to see last year's art to see how your work fits in.

Fashionable Ferndale's downtown is a thriving business community with distinctive boutiques and bistros. The lively atmosphere attracts young upwardly mobile professionals. This show is designed to provide a showcase for artists that have work that appeals to that group. As Detroit continues its comeback Ferndale becomes an even more desirable area.

A healthy advertising budget along with extensive marketing and news coverage brings out the art lovers.

Learn more: www.FunkyFerndaleArtFair.com

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6991

Call for Artists: 3rd Kensington Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 6, 2019 at 4:00am

May 25-27
Memorial Day Weekend

Milford, Michigan
Kensington Metropark, 4570 Huron Pkwy.

Sat. 10am-6pm; Sun. 10am-6pm; Mon. 10am-4pm

100 artists

Deadline: February 22

Application fee: $25; Booth fees start at $320

A beautiful art fair next to the lake in the heart of Michigan's most prosperous area. The show is centered in one of Michigan's wealthiest areas, Oakland County, which has the highest per capita income in the state. Traditional images do well in all price points. Audience is a little older with large homes and gardens. Artist booths are in the grass in a serpentine layout.

Extensive marketing and partnerships.

Held in a popular park by the beach with 800 dedicated parking spaces. The park winds along the river with convenient parking, food trucks and river views. The park already attracts 1.2 million visitors annually.

Learn more: https://www.kensingtonartfair.com/

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6929

Call for Artists: The Art of Fire: Clay - Glass - Metal

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 6, 2019 at 4:00am

June 8 & 9
Royal Oak, Michigan

Downtown on Washington St.

Sat. 10 am-7pm; Sun. 11am-5pm
110 Artists
Deadline: March 18

A unique event, featuring 110 clay, glass, and metal artists. The nations only show dedicated to clay, glass and metal.
Extensive demos in each medium.
Educated audience that loves this art and supports it with their purchases.
Artists that demonstrate or offer hands on projects get additional space at no charge.
A narrow focus on work created with minerals and heat attracts an audience specifically looking to purchase these items.

Our artists tell us it is a pleasure having customers who understand their work and techniques. Drive up to unload, convenient artist parking.

Learn more: https://www.artoffirero.com

Apply:https://is.gd/cgm2018 https://is.gd/fire19

Presented by the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce with the assistance of Integrity Shows, info@integrityshows.com

Call for Artists: 4th Belle Isle Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 6, 2019 at 4:00am

August 3 & 4

Detroit, Michigan
Belle Isle

Sat. 10am-7pm; Sun. 11am-5pm

100 artists

Deadline: April 19

Application fee: $25; Booth fees start at $355

One of the countries most beautiful art fairs on an iconic island park across from an amazing fountain. Held on beautiful Belle Isle State Park near downtown Detroit, the show attracts people

from all over the region that love the ambience.

The Belle Isle Art Fair attracts a large diverse audience from the city and beyond. The audience is a mix of suburbanites and city dwellers with the budget and appreciation to buy art. Popular for both traditional and some edgier work. All price points do well.

Belle Isle is a beautiful island State Park in the Detroit River. Tens of thousands of people come out on summer weekends. The show is near the entry bridge across from the stunning Scott Fountain, with ample parking nearby.

Learn more: www.BelleIsleArtFair.com

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6931

Call for Artists: 9th Great Lakes Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 5, 2019 at 4:00am

April 6 & 7

Novi, Michigan

Suburban Collection Showplace

200 Artists

Deadline: February 15

Application Fee: $30; Booth Fees: $400-$700

Want to stay close to home AND earn money in April?

Then please consider applying to our show.

The Showplace is a first class expo building situated right off the freeway in an affluent area Detroit's western suburbs. The show offers fine artists in the region a reliable, regularly scheduled, weather-free venue to showcase their freshest and most beautiful work. It is a destination event for artists and patrons alike.

Consistently lauded as one of the most artist-friendly Art Fairs, accepted artists are given postcards for their customers, email blast content for their patrons, free electricity, complimentary snacks and drinks during the show, complimentary morning coffee, muffins, drive right up to your booth for unloading and loading, plus more!

What to expect:

Elegant Grand Gallery entrance showcasing your art.
Delectable cuisine and relaxing entertainment.
Community partnerships and other fresh components, to create a regional marketplace for artists and their patrons.

Participating Artists will also benefit from a multi-level marketing and publicity campaign to promote the event throughout the region, including media partnerships in print, radio, television, direct mail and building awareness of this new regional event.

For more info: www.GreatLakesArtFair.com

Apply: https://www.greatlakesartfair.com/?page_id=200

Contact: Jackie McMahon, (248) 348-5600, ext. 208

Call for Artists: Grand Haven Art Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 4, 2019 at 4:00am

June 29 & 30

Grand Haven, Michigan

Presented by The Chamber of Commerce Grand Haven, Spring Lake & Ferrysburg

100 Artists

Deadline: February 15

Application Fee: $30 Booth Fee: $275

The Grand Haven Art Festival is a community event inviting 100 artists from the region to transform Washington Avenue into a chic, outdoor, art gallery. Rated number 14 in the Top 200 Shows by Sunshine Artist magazine, this well-attended event boasts free admission, food vendors, kids' activities and live music. Residents and visitors from Grand Rapids, Chicago, Detroit and more, visit the annual Grand Haven Art Festival looking to purchase that perfect piece for their homes, cottages and offices.

Artist Amenities:

Artist Awards
- Artists to win Best in Show, Jury's Choice and Excellence Award, all selected by an onsite jury, will be invited to participate in the 2020 Grand Haven Art Festival without jury and application fee. These winners also receive cash prizes.
- Honorable Mention Award in each category and the People's Choice Award will be invited to participate in the 2020 Grand Haven Art Festival without jury and application fee.
Complimentary morning coffee and pastries Saturday and Sunday
Complimentary snacks and water brought to artists
Host an Artist program - accommodations with residents for artists
Artist Social the first night of the Festival
Roaming Booth Sitters to allow for artist breaks
Boxed lunches available for purchase and delivered directly to artist's booth Saturday and Sunday.
Artist-only parking reserved one block from the start of the show.
Extensive Festival marketing and promotion
Artist survey to collect feedback, comments and suggestions
Paid security Friday and Saturday nights throughout the Festival
Grand Haven Art Festival Brochure including name, image, booth number and contact information of all participating artists accepted and paid by April 15.
Booth sign with name, business, booth number, medium, city and state for easy identification
Information packet provided in April including lodging options, area information, event logistics, etc.
A welcoming and excited community for the 58th Annual Grand Haven Art Festival, a top-rated show!

Testimonials:

"Pleasant. Profitable. Wonderful staff."
"Very busy and great sales! Easy access to booths and very hospitable staff."
"Best show of the summer season!"

APPLY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=7040

Website: www.grandhavenartfestival

Facebook: www.facebook.com/GrandHavenArtFestival

Contact: Mary Sherman, msherman@grandhavenchamber.org, (616)842-4910

Call for Artists: [SOLO] Art Expo New York

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 3, 2019 at 4:00am

Exhibit at an acclaimed showcase of independent artists

[SOLO] and the Rising Artist Gallery offer independent artists the opportunity to showcase their work alongside mega-show Artexpo New York. But we know it can be a little intimidating to embark on an art show of this magnitude. That's why we're here to guide you every step of the way, from submitting your application and preparing for the event to participating in the show itself and following up afterward.

Behind all of our fine art shows, publications, and events, you'll find a hardworking team of art marketing experts who can help you grow your business. Get to know the Redwood Media Group team, and then give Rick Barnett a call at 831-747-0112 or email rick@redwoodmg.com today to plan your path to success.

And don't worry: Your comfort level will improve as you gain more experience in the market. The most important thing is to be prepared. Remember, it can take an artist a lifetime to become an overnight success.

Exhibit at [SOLO] >

Exhibit in Rising Artist Gallery >

We look forward to talking to you, and we hope to see you showcase your work at Pier 92 this April 4-7!

Sincerely,
The Artexpo New York Team

www.artexponewyork.com

CONTACT US:
sales@artexponewyork.com

Call for Artists: Kensington Metropark Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 1, 2019 at 4:00am

May 25, 26 & 27

Kensington Metropark

Milford, Michigan

Produced By: Integrity Shows

100 Artists Third Year

Deadline: February 22

Application Fee: $25, Booth Fee: 10x10-$335, 15x10-$485, 20x10-$640
Corner Space +$75

Drive up to unload, convenient artists parking.

The Kensington Art Fair continues to grow. Artists with all price points indicated strong sales. Many report selling originals priced in the thousands. The beautiful setting adjacent to the lake is both visible and attractive.

Kensington Metro Park

A beautiful art fair next to the lake in the heart of Michigan's most prosperous area. Traditional images do well in all price points. Audience (20,000) is a little older with large homes and gardens. Artist booths are in the grass in a serpentine layout.

Extensive marketing and partnerships.

Integrity Shows works hard to earn your trust. Artists rank us high for service, for marketing, and for results. We feature artwork as the focus of our marketing.

APPLY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6929

Contact: Mark Loeb, info@integrityshows.com

Call for Artists: East Lansing Art Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on January 31, 2019 at 4:00am

May 18-19

Downtown East Lansing

East Lansing, Michigan

Presented By: East Lansing Art Festival Board

175 Artists

Deadline: January 31

Application Fee: $35

Booth Fee:

All booths, regardless of size, are assigned on a first paid, first served basis.

Accept & Purchase Deadline: April 5

Single (10 W x 10 D) Booth: $340.00

Single Booth with Corner: $400.00

(corner is defined as two open sides of your tent.)

Double (20 W X 10 D) Booth: $680.00

Double Booth with corner $740.00

The East Lansing Art Festival is an evolving outdoor celebration of fine art and fine craft. East Lansing is a charming university town with a variety of shops, restaurants and galleries. The beautiful Michigan State University campus is right across the street, which is now home to the renowned Eli & Edythe Broad Art Museum.

The 56th annual East Lansing Art Festival is free to the public and features over 170 fine artist exhibitors. The festival also includes children's art

education activities, an artist demonstration area, poetry readings, and live local music.

The festival opens on Saturday morning and runs through Sunday afternoon and attracts over 70,000 knowledgeable art patrons from around the region. It is consistently ranked in Sunshine Artist Magazine's annual Best 100 Shows listing and listed in the Top 50 Art Fairs in America by ArtFairCalendar.com.

The East Lansing Art Festival will be expanding its local partnerships featuring an architectural installation as well as working with Michigan State University to bring unique family arts experiences.

Marketing:

We host a well-rounded marketing plan that includes print, TV, Radio, billboards and social media. The promotion plan targets all regions of the state of Michigan, the Chicago area, northern Ohio and Indiana.

AMENITIES:

$6,000 in Artist Awards. All award winners are exempt from jury for the following three consecutive festivals.
Award ribbons are presented to winning artists during the Artist Reception.
Complementary promotional postcards sent to exhibiting artists
Friday drive-up load-in at booth assignment
Morning coffee and donuts
Booth sitters available for artists to take breaks
Free Artist parking
Saturday evening Artist Reception - RSVP required.
Security patrols Friday and Saturday nights.
Dedicated Board of Directors and volunteers that will be at your service

Testimonials:

"Very well organized and one of the easiest load-ins anywhere."

"You truly do everything extremely well."

"Great volunteers' classy marketing, well done show, amazing dinner and sales. Bless you all! Thank you!"

APPLY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6846

More Information: Email: info@elartfest.com www.elartfest.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/#!/ELArtFest

Phone: 517-930-1203

Call for Artists: 21st Annual Denver Arts Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on January 31, 2019 at 4:00am

May 25 & 26

Memorial Weekend

Stapleton, Colorado

Held at the Conservatory Green

Saturday - 10AM-6PM and Sunday - 10AM-5PM

150 Artists

Deadline: February 7

Application Fee: $35 Booth Fee: $495. Corners, doubles and electricity available

We invite all artists to apply. Now in its 21st year, the Denver Arts Festival
continues to support both Colorado and National visual artists. The Denver Arts
Festival will hold its annual premier fine arts and fine crafts event at the
Conservatory Green in the Northfield area of Stapleton.

The Stapleton Community covers 12 square miles that used to be the Denver airport property. It is now home to many upscale neighborhoods, 50 parks, bike trails, shopping and more. Currently over 30,000 residents live there but new houses are going up constantly so that number increases every year. The Denver Arts Festival is the largest event in Stapleton. Stapleton is also in the top 1% of median income and education levels in the nation and is the only development in the country that has a forever funded office whose primary job is to create and support events in Stapleton.

We are proud to be working with the MCA (Master Community Association) to hold the festival at Stapleton. There is plenty of free parking and all artists will be on paved streets. All art patrons from the Denver Metro area will find it easy to come to DAF since the location of the festival is just off two major highways.

The fine art exhibition features over 150 visual artists with over 50,000 people expected to attend. Artist amenities include booth sitting, overnight security, great onsite staff to handle any issues promptly.

Marketing:

Promotion of the event to the art-buying public in newspapers, radio, television,

press releases, magazines, social media and other venues valued at over $150,000.

APPLY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=7056

More Information: http://www.denverartsfestival.com

Contact: Jim DeLutes, Director, Jim@DenverArtsFestival.com, (303) 330-8237

Call for Artists: 6th Annual Art in The Village

Posted by Meg Mettler on January 30, 2019 at 4:00am

June 22 & 23

Winnetka, Illinois

Presented By: North Shore Art League

80 Artists

Deadline: February 8

Application Fee: $35 Booth Fee: $425 single/ $700 double

North Shore Art League, the 94 year old arts organization located in Winnetka, IL, will be bringing its national juried show, Art in the Village, to Winnetka's Hubbard Woods Park again this summer. On Saturday, June 22nd and Sunday, June 23rd, the park will be bustling with artists from across the country exhibiting their works to enthusiastic art buyers. The park provides a beautiful setting. Conveniently located along Green Bay Road, there is plenty of free parking within the Hubbard Woods Design District of the village.

The League is locally well-known with close ties to the Art Institute of Chicago, Columbia College and many art galleries, schools and organizations throughout the area. This 6th Annual Art in the Village show will be well promoted. Friendly and helpful staff will be on hand for easy set-ups/take-downs.

Ads will be placed in the Chicago Tribune, Winnetka Current, and various North Shore local papers as well as sponsor websites, eblasts, posters, banners and possible radio broadcasts on site.

Testimonials:

"You and your staff were as artist friendly as I could ask for. There was plenty of water, help and everything else I hope to find in a show."
"We had a terrific weekend. Very helpful and friendly volunteers. Wonderful community involvement. A great balance of high quality artwork. Keep doing what you're doing! Thank you for allowing us to participate!"
"Just a quick note to say a big THANK YOU for putting on such a wonderful, sweet, successful show! Thank you for all your hard work and for all the great volunteers! You have a great organization and I feel fortunate to have been a part of it this year. The public was very appreciative and knowledgeable about what was being exhibited and many paintings found new homes. So ... congratulations on a great event, great volunteers, great staff, great setting and an overall wonderful experience!"

APPLY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=7028

More Information: www.northshoreartleague.org

Contact: Linda Nelson lnelson@northshoreartleague.org, (847) 446-2870