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#1: American Craft Made
Online Artists Directory & Online Pop Up Marketplaces
 
The American Craft Made Online Artists Directory is new for 2022 and represents the evolution of our online marketplace events into an opportunity for artists to gain visibility and sell their work over the course of an entire year.10347588057?profile=RESIZE_400x
Apply April 1 - May 1, 2022
 
This program will bring contemporary craft artists from around the country together in a directory designed to share their work and their story and offer opportunities to participate in exclusive online marketplace events. Artists will be promoted to our targeted craft audience of over 60,000 email subscribers and 100,000 social media followers. Directory artists will also be the first to be considered for partnerships and collaborations as they arise.
 
Our e-commerce platform has reached over 160,000 visitors and generated over $617,000 in revenue for participating artists since the launch in fall
2020.
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#2: 35th Annual American Craft Made / St. Paul
October 7, 8, & 9
St. Paul, Minnesota
St. Paul RiverCentre
Friday & Saturday 10am-6pm & Sunday 11am-5pm
300 Artists
 
Deadline: May 1
 
Application fee: $45      Booth fee: Varies
 
Now in its 35th year, the St. Paul marketplace’s established show attracts a loyal regional audience, many of whom are collectors. The event draws eight thousand attendees on average from Minnesota’s Twin Cities of Minneapolis (where ACC has its headquarters) and St. Paul, as well as western Wisconsin. It’s held at Saint Paul RiverCentre, a premiere facility in the heart of downtown. Total artist sales for our 2019 St. Paul show came to an estimated $1.2 million.
10347537901?profile=RESIZE_710xArtists who already applied to the 2022 St. Paul show last summer do not need to re-apply. In order to balance our media makeup we are specifically calling for applications for work within the clothing and accessories and home goods categories. Jewelry applicants will be placed on a waiting list.
 
 
Contact: Alaina Nuehring anuehring@craftcouncil.org
 
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#3: 46th Annual American Craft Made / Baltimore
March 3, 4, & 5, 2023
Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore Convention Center
Friday & Saturday 10am-6pm & Sunday 11am-5pm
450 Artists
Deadline: July 15, 2022
 
Application fee: $45      Booth fee: Varies
 
Coming up on its 46th year, the Baltimore marketplace is our flagship event and takes place at the impressive Baltimore Convention Center in Maryland.
10347577886?profile=RESIZE_584xWith an average attendance of 17 thousand annually, this highly competitive and prestigious marketplace is a must-attend event for the craft community, attracting artists, buyers, and craft appreciators from across the United States. Total retail artist sales for our 2019 Baltimore show came to an estimated $5.2 million.
 
 
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Call for Artists: Artisphere

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May 8 - 10
Greenville, South Carolina
Main Street - downtown
Thurs. May 7: Opening Night Gala 6 pm-10 pm
Fri. Noon-8pm, Sat. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-6pm
135 Artists
Deadline: October 4

Application fee: $35
Booth fees:
Standard 12' x 12' $450, Corner $550, Double $900
Electricity: $40

Despite its short history, Artisphere has distinguished itself as both a regional and national highlight.  A supportive, art-loving community, beautiful setting, and over 500 volunteers make Artisphere an enjoyable experience for 135 exhibiting artists.  
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In addition to a Purchase Awards Program that provides an average of $10,000-$12,000 in art sales, Artisphere distributes $15,000 in prize money to eleven award winners each year.
 
Average artist sales: $9,930
 
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  • Convenient set-up and load-out
  • Parking, security
  • Reduced hotel rates
  • Volunteer booth sitters and complimentary meals
Artisphere's multi-media advertising campaign markets the festival throughout the Southeast region in print ads, print and digital ads in national travel and leisure pubications, and regional radio & television ads. Artisphere is also marketed through festival brochures, social media, and the Artisphere website.

For more information: https://artisphere.org/
Contact: Robin Aiken, robin@artisphere.org, (864) 271-9355
 
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Call for Artists: Old Town Art Fair

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Chicago
250 Artists
Deadline: December 15
Application Fee: $40    Booth Fee: $625
                             
Perennial Favorite 
Now with Friday Set Up

Exhibiting Artists often name the Old Town Art Fair as one of their most successful events of the year. The enthusiastic collectors, family-friendly atmosphere and helpful neighborhood volunteers make it a favorite. Hear what artists have to say. 

Considered one of the top Art Fairs in the country by artists and buyers alike, the Old Town Art Fair has been voted #1 in the country for the past three years in a row by ArtFairCalendar.com.  This fine art fair takes place the second weekend of June in the heart of the charming Old Town Triangle Historic District on Chicago's North Side.  There are 250 artists, an estimated 30,000 art lovers, a Garden Walk, Live Music, Food Court and Children's Corner.
 
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Hundreds of volunteers team up 
with neighborhood residents to produce this exceptional show on behalf of the not-for-profit Old Town Triangle Association.  All proceeds benefit neighborhood preservation, art and cultural programming and youth groups.

The Old Town Art Fair also offers:
  • Artists' Breakfast -Continental Breakfast is available Saturday and Sunday morning
  • Artists' Aid - Girl Scouts distribute refreshments to the Artists during the Fair
  • Booth Sitting - available Saturday and Sunday afternoon.
  • FRIDAY SET UP!
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"The 2018 Old Town Art Fair was my best show ever. 
Not just at Old Town, or Chicago, but anywhere. Best. Show. Ever." 
Exhibiting Artist
 
Contact: Barbara Guttmann, info@oldtownartfair.org,  
(312) 337-1938
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