The arts are alive in Peoria as we make plans to celebrate 55 years of bring original art to central Illinois.
As one of the oldest art organizations in the country, the Peoria Art Guild Fine Art Fair is nationally recognized for its organization, event marketing, and for putting the needs of the artists at the top of the priority list. We offer affordable hotel rates, convenient artist parking, coffee/rolls each morning, boxed lunches, Friday night homemade pizza party, Saturday night (artists only) hors d'oeuvres party, cold bottled water on demand, and 500+ volunteers to take care of any artist need.
Booth fees
Regular booth, $275
Corner booth, $375
Double booth, $750 (limit 5; first come, first serve)
Electricity, $20
Media
Original works include -- ceramics, digital art, drawings/pastels, fiber, glass, jewelry, leather, 2d mixed media, 3d mixed media, metal, painting; oils & acrylics, painting: watercolor, photography, printmaking, sculpture, wearable fiber and wood.
Sales Potential of Peoria
Peoria, Illinois, is home to world-class medical facilities, world headquarters of Caterpillar, numerous IT companies, 4 major universities within 50 miles, boutique shopping, quaint restaurants/ bars, sporting and entertainment venues, urban warehouse living, and an active arts community. It's big city amenities with Midwestern charm!
Location
Peoria Riverfront Festival Park, 200 NE Water Street, Peoria, IL 61602
Artist Awards
Best of Show: $3,000
3 Awards of Excellence
All award winners are invited to return to the 2018 Fine Art Fair
Perks
- Easy set-up and teardown/level and accessible
- Convenient reserved free parking for artists
- Affordable hotel accommodations near fair location
- 500+ volunteers to help as needed
- Artist-only break room and information center
- Overnight security - both Friday and Saturday
- ATM on site
Promotions
$25,000+ marketing campaign including social media, TV, radio, newspaper, digital and poster billboards.
Important Dates
April 14: Application deadline
May 12: Jury notification e-mailed
June 23: Deadline for payment of booth fees and acceptance forms
August 1: Last day for a booth fee refund (less $25 administrative fee)
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