February 5th & 6th, 2022
Downtown Fort Myers, FL
200+ Artists
Option to participate in Opening Night: February 4th, 2022
Deadline: September 10, 2021
Apply now at ZAPPlication.org More information ArtFestFortMyers.com
We are beyond excited for ArtFest Fort Myers 2022! ArtFest Fort Myers is coming back as you knew us pre-COVID, 200+ artists with a great layout overlooking beautiful Downtown Fort Myers alongside the riverfront and yacht basin. A FREE, non-gated event for all members of the Southwest Florida community to come shop your artwork.
There is so much pent-up demand for art festivals and making homes ever more beautiful. Move.org names Fort Myers as a top market for first-time homebuyers, which is tied to an estimated 31% of existing home sales. There is such a desire for art to fill attendees’ hearts and enhance home is at an all-time high in Fort Myers.
How do we promote for you?
All advertising messages and media will be targeted to bring art buyers to you! Drawing in art lovers, experienced and new collectors and educated buyers, who are year-round residents and those visiting Southwest Florida during the peak of season, is our primary goal.
$175,000 Marketing Campaign targeted to art buyers from Marco Island to Sarasota to West Palm Beach and beyond. We are getting the word out about your fabulous art work via TV, radio, digital billboards, glossy magazines, theater/symphony programs, our website, eVites, and year-round Facebook, with paid ads and organic postings. We know the importance of online advertising and having a social media presence. Social media works best when artists & art festivals work together.
HOW DO WE ASSIST WITH ARTIST SUCCESS?
Multiple resources to help rebuild your business to create more revenue streams. We have also partnered with experts to bring you video trainings on the power of video, Images for Jury and Websites, and much more. There are opportunities for artists to participate in Artist-based promotions leading up to the festival. Please feel free to be in touch with any questions. We love talking with artists and we want you to succeed in all aspects of your art business.
At ArtFest Fort Myers, you will find:
· a very loyal base of VIP’s, patrons and sponsors who wait all year to purchase art at our festival.
· upscale dining areas, including shaded table seating & ample food/beverage options, encouraging buyers to stay longer and shop more.
· on-site arts related activities to keep the patrons engaged while they decide on more art purchases (high school art competition, children’s art yard, high school sidewalk chalk competition and more)
HOW DO WE TAKE CARE OF ARTISTS?
· Oversized booth spaces – 3 feet between booths & ample storage space behind
· Easy Friday Set-up with scheduled staggered drive-up access beginning at 8:30a
· Artists' Hospitality includes daily complimentary continental breakfast, water, and private indoor restrooms
· Dedicated Artist Ambassadors and Booth Sitters
· Discounted hotel rates at area hotels & Luminary Hotel & Co. in the heart of the festival with including covered parking with special artists rates.
· Reserved free artist parking with complimentary trolly transportation
· Professional 24-hour security
BE A PART OF ARTFEST FORT MYERS:
· Apply from May 14th – September 10, 2021 at ZAPPlication.org
· Visit our festival website ArtFestFortMyers.com. The Info for Artist page provides artist specific information including hotels, set-up, jury success & many other helpful tips.
· Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram where we feature festival artists and engage patrons year-round
Apply Now: ZAPPlication.org
Questions: Erin.Jackson@ArtFestFortMyers.com
Erin Jackson, Community Engagement Manager
1375 Jackson Street, Suite 401
Fort Myers, FL 33901
(239)768-3602
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