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Call for Artists: Bayou City Art Festival Downtown

Posted by Connie Mettler on April 23, 2010 at 5:58am

October 9 & 10

Houston, Texas
presented by the Art Colony Association
300 Artists
Deadline: April 30

Fall in Houston, the weather cools and Houstonians come out to celebrate at the Bayou City Art Festival Downtown.

The Festival, set against the dramatic skyline of the nation's fourth largest city, was ranked:

• the #3 art festival in the country in AmericanStyle Magazine's
"TOP 10 Festivals"
• in February 2009, named "Best Gallery in Houston"
• in March of 2009 by readers of Click2Houston.com, named "Best
Festival in Houston"
• in the 2008 Houston Press as best festival in "Best of Houston"
magazine
• consistently ranked in Sunshine Artists Top 50

"It's rated one of the top shows in the country and the Texas economy is far stronger than the rest of the country. I'm giddy about the sales, I'm giddy about the attention and I'm giddy about the weather because I'm from Minnesota!" - Kimber Fiebiger, First Place, Bayou City Art Festival Downtown 2008, Minneapolis, MN

"I love coming to Houston - there's no doubt. I love the city. I love to come to Houston because Houstonians interact so well with the artist. They really appreciate the artists. They love art here in Houston and I love the Bayou City Art Festival!" - Stephen Potts, Best in Show, Bayou City Art Festival Downtown 2008, Palmetto, GA

• Bayou City Art Festival Downtown has a demonstrated history in strong sales for artists
• National studies show Houstonians consistently have twice the discretionary income that
workers in similar industries have around the country
• With a median household income of over $50,000 and an income growth since 2000 of 13.1%
as reported in  Kiplingers.com
• Houston has been ranked the # 1 city in the U.S. in which to live, work and play in July 2008

2009 Award winners:
• Michael Madzo - Best in Show - Mixed Media 2D
• Chris Bruno - Second Place - Mixed Media 2D
• Melle Finelli - Third Place - Jewelry
• Best Booth - Patrick Dragon - Clay
• Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Ceramics Award - Marvin Blackmore - Clay

For more info: www.bayoucityartfestival.com or contact Kelly Kindred, Festival Coordinator, at
kelly@bayoucityartfestival.com

Applications: www.zapplication.org

Call for Artists: 5th Annual Riverfront Art Festival

Posted by Connie Mettler on April 30, 2010 at 7:44pm

September 17 - 19

Downtown Columbus, Ohio
150 artists
Deadline: May 7

The Riverfront Art Festival celebrates its fifth anniversary this year. It features a picturesque setting, winding along the west bank of the Scioto River in downtown Columbus. The location is nearly synonymous with festival-going, in a city ranked by American Style Magazine as one of the top 10 big cities for art.

While the heartbeat of the festival is its amazing selection of visual artists, the location is also home to a waterfront amphitheater, which plays host to a free performance by Opera Columbus, the season finale of Waterfire, and jazz over the course of the weekend - which helps to bring in the show's large crowds of well-heeled patrons.

The show features:
• abundant parking
• free electricity
• stunning view of the city
• free bottled water for artists, along with the artist friendly nature and ease of interaction for which By Hand has earned its reputation.
We hope to have the opportunity to host you among the 150 artists presented at this year's Riverfront Art Festival.

Late September in Columbus is beautiful. Add in the opera and live jazz, doesn't this sound like a great place to finish up your outdoor fair season?

For more info: www.byhandevents.com
Apply: www.zapplication.org

Call for Artists: Blue Water Art Fair

Posted by Connie Mettler on April 27, 2010 at 10:00pm

July 16 & 17 - The Blue Water Art Fair - new event!

On the riverfront
Port Huron, Michigan
Friday & Saturday
Held in conjunction with the Blue Water Fest
60 exhibitors
Deadline: May 1

Uh-oh, you have an open weekend in July (five weekends this year), please join us!

Artists already know the joys of Michigan summers. Please join us for the Blue Water Art Fair, part of the inaugural Blue Water Fest.

The Blue Water Fest builds on the rich tradition of the Port Huron to Mackinac Sailboat Race, a Michigan rite of summer since 1925, featuring a spectacular array of sailboats lining the Black and St. Clair Rivers in Port Huron. Thousands of people, sailors and those who wish they were, line the banks of the Black River, Port Huron to view the yachts. This annual tradition attracts spectators to Port Huron for the magnificent display of boats and now it will also anchor a festival of music, food, juried art and fun on the river.

Why you should apply:

· Small number of exhibitors makes it easy to be noticed
· Good exposure to an affluent clientele of boat aficionados
· A high caliber event new to the area
· Lakefront setting in the heart of a popular summer attraction
· Promotion that will make this a "must attend" destination for
residents and tourists, handled by Jon Witz who really knows
how to promote an event. He is the producer of Arts, Beats &
Eats.

We are seeking original, handcrafted work in all media. This seems like the perfect place to create an art fair that celebrates the region, e.g., painting and photography with a maritime theme, rustic furniture, creations with an "up north" theme. The attendees love their boats and love the Lake Huron neighborhood.

Because of sponsorship by the City of Port Huron we are able to offer the spaces at these very reasonable prices:

Application fee: $10; Booth fee: $190; Corner fee: $35

A collaboration between the City of Port Huron and Jon Witz, producer of Arts, Beats & Eats; Art fair director, Connie Mettler

Learn more and apply today: www.TheBlueWaterFest.com

Be in on the ground floor of a cool new event surrounded by Michigan's Blue Waters and people excited to be "discovering" this new festival.

The facts:

This is a great date - there are hardly any art fairs on this weekend.
Booth fees can't be beat. When is the last time you paid under $200 for a two day event?
This one is going to be fun - come spend the weekend on the Lake Huron shoreline in the middle of an exciting festival.

Full disclosure: I am organizing the art fair together with my friend from Arts, Beats & Eats, Lisa Konikow.

Call for Artists: Bethesda Community Festival

Posted by Connie Mettler on May 8, 2010 at 8:48pm

June 18-20

Sterling Heights, Michigan
on the grounds of Bethesda Christian Church
16 Mile & Schoenherr
Deadline: May 15

TJs Customs, Inc., and FunFest Productions, a veteran Detroit area production company, are joining forces, presenting the Bethesda Community Festival and Artrageous Fine Art & Craft Show. With Fun Fest Production's expertise in mounting large scale events, and the Crimboli's attention to artists needs, this festival will provide a wide variety of experiences to guests. It will include:

• a fine art & craft show
• children's activities
• food vendors
• live musical entertainment

Expect excellent promotion that will bring visitors to your booth. Love to be a part of a new event and the attendant excitement? This one may be made for you.

Where is Sterling Heights? Click here.

Applications & more details: www.metalsculpturesbytomcrimboli.com

Call for Artists: 45th Annual Peoria Art Guild Fine Art Fair

Posted by Connie Mettler on March 7, 2010 at 3:00am

September 25 & 26

Peoria, Illinois
Riverfront Festival Park
Presented by the Peoria Art Guild
150 Artists
Deadline: March 15

"I was so pleased to be part of such a class act. The artists were stellar, the audience appreciative, the Peoria Art Guild phenomenal. I will be applying again next year. The 1,000 mile round trip drive was certainly worth the time and effort. And I dearly hope you will accept my work once again so that I may take part in the Peoria Art Guild Fine Art Fair 2010."-- 2009 participating Fine Art Fair Artist

DO WE HAVE YOUR ATTENTION?
Come to Central Illinois and let us show you why many artists consider the Peoria Art Guild Fine Art Fair the most fun (and profitable) fair they do all year! This is the region's largest cultural event, drawing 40,000 art enthusiasts.
Our Riverfront has been revitalized and energized.
Peoria is home to world-class medical facilities
We are world headquarters of Caterpillar (Fortune 50 Company)
4 universities within 50 miles, boutique shopping, quaint restaurants, unique lounges, sporting and entertainment venues, warehouse living, and a bustling arts community.
Experience the amenities of a big city with Midwestern hospitality!!

Why do artists clamor to get in???? Read ON...

"You're doing the right things! Heavy traffic!! Keep up the good work!! It's been a pleasure to be here"-- 2009 participating Fine Art Fair Artist.

We treat artists like rock stars (some would say better). We will deliver your meals, give you free stuff, entertain you at an awards dinner that EVERYONE looks forward to, and even deliver coffee to your booth! We can recommend the best burgers (or vegan fare), the fastest way to get to the hardware store, the cheapest gas in town, and the loosest slots at the local riverboat.

We've even been known to negotiate with Mother Nature......

"Another quality event-good job, guys. Keeping the rain on the other side of the river was genius." -- 2009 participating Fine Art Fair artist.

What are you waiting for?

$10,000 TOTAL AWARDS
Best of Show: $2,500
10 Awards of Excellence: $750
10 Honorable Mentions: Automatic Invite for 2011

ARTIST BENEFITS (WHAT ELSE ARE YOU GONNA GIVE ME?)
We pride ourselves on preserving the established reputation of this wonderful fair-now in its 48th year!
An appreciative buying audience for ALL mediums
Known for after-fair sales
Easy set-up and teardown/level and accessible; convenient reserved free parking for artists
Affordable and close accommodations
Over 450 energetic community volunteers-willing to please and deliver refreshments
Overnight security Friday and Saturday
Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner all weekend, Saturday night complimentary artist awards dinner (with entertainment); booth sitters
Opportunity to mix & mingle and pre-sell at the Friday night preview party
The company of highly respected, nationally recognized, award-winning artists
ATM on site for IMMEDIATE CASH PURCHASES!

PROMOTION (AKA-HOW WILL PEOPLE FIND OUT WHERE TO DROP THEIR CASH???)
Comprehensive marketing and PR Campaign

$50,000+ national, regional and local advertising/marketing.
Fine Art Fair program distributed to over 200,000 Central Illinois homes the Sunday before the Fair.
Promotional pieces distributed through strategic partners. This includes Starbucks and other retail outlets targeting buyers with discretionary income.
Press releases sent to individual artists' communities listing artists by name.
· Billboards displayed throughout Central Illinois, covering both city AND Interstate populations.
· Digital/online presence through social media, event/tourism websites, sponsor weblinks
· Full color print ads in national and regional tourism magazines.
· Expansive radio and television coverage including live interviews, remote broadcasts, and advertising

Apply: www.juriedartservices.com
More info: www.peoriafineartfair.com

QUESTIONS-CONCERNS-RECOMMENDATIONS-ADVICE FOR THE LOVELORN??
Stacy Peterson
Special Events Coordinator
Phone: 309-671-1093
Email: artfair@peoriaartguild.org

Call for Artists: Lathrup Village Art Fair

Posted by Connie Mettler on May 6, 2010 at 9:00pm

June 26 & 27

7th Annual Art In The Park
Lathrup Village, Michigan
Presented by the Lathrup Village Community Foundation
Sat. 10 am-7 pm; Sun. 11 am-5 pm
100 Artists
Deadline: May 14

In affluent Oakland County, MI, you will find the City of Lathrup Village which combines a historic past with a dynamic present. Gracious homes and planned city growth have provided an ideal environment for convenient, small city living within the larger metropolitan Detroit area.

Where is Lathrup Village? Visit this link.

The art fair is situated in and around a lovely park setting that borders Southfield Road, taking advantage of the 50,000+ cars that pass through on any given day. A comprehensive advertising plan including articles in major newspapers, and increased radio promotions dedicated to bringing you the customers you deserve will be implemented.

Returning this year is the "Taste Of Michigan Brews" Mini Pub! This addition was a big hit with not only the attendees, but the artists themselves! The expanded food court will be centrally located for your convenience.

Our first rate hospitality is always a staple that includes:

• Staff who recognize artists needs
• Friendly volunteers to help you unload and booth sit
• Continental breakfast each day
• Artist reception at the close of the day on Saturday
• Spacious booths- 12 x 12 with ample aisles
• Overnight security
• Reasonable booth fee- $155

www.lathrupvillageartinthepark.com and
click on the Artist Link.

recreation@lathrupvillage.org

Call for Artists: Historic Shaw Art Fair

Posted by Connie Mettler on March 15, 2010 at 3:30am

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October 2 & 3
St. Louis, Missouri
Located on the beautiful tree-lined parkway of Flora Place at Tower Grove
Avenue
135 Artists
Deadline: April 15

The Historic Shaw Art Fair is highly rated by artists for warm hospitality, a beautiful setting, hard-working volunteers and good sales. It is held in one of St. Louis' finest historic neighborhoods, the Shaw Neighborhood. Stately homes along a tree-lined parkway provide a gracious setting for artists and visitors.

The Art Fair will take place during The American Arts Experience St Louis, a city wide celebration of The Arts, and on the same weekend as the Best of Missouri Market at the Missouri Botanical Garden, which is within walking distance of the Art Fair.

The Art Fair is promoted to the entire metropolitan area via direct mail, newspaper, television and radio advertising, Web sites, posters, and stories and interviews in the St. Louis media. Last year, 135 artists exhibited at the Art Fair, which was attended by approximately 10,000 visitors. The lovely urban location, the new food court, the great music and, of course, the fabulous art all add to a fantastic visitor experience.

Learn more and apply: www.shawartfair.org

Last Call for Artists: Arts. Beats & Eats

Posted by Connie Mettler on April 4, 2010 at 12:00pm

September 3-6
on the streets of downtown
Royal Oak, Michigan
Deadline: April 7

Please consider joining us in 2010 as Arts, Beats & Eats presents its 13^th annual event at its new location in downtown Royal Oak, Michigan.

If you remember the excitement surrounding this event in its early years with its wall-to-wall coverage in the media and the citizens of affluent Oakland County flooding in to enjoy the fine art, the elegant restaurants and both the nationally known and homegrown music on the stages then you will want to be part of this renaissance as Arts, Beats & Eats positions itself as THE cultural destination on Labor Day weekend for metro Detroit.

Art Fair Calendar.com

The new site not only continues the separation of the art from the food and stages that we instituted a few years ago, it also places it in a downtown full of unique stores, popular restaurants and theatres, a favorite destination for young professionals, families and residents
of the nearby cities of Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Troy and Huntington Woods.

Our promotion is considered among the best of art festivals nationwide. You cannot be in the metropolitan Detroit area on Labor Day weekend without seeing specials about the arts activities on television, hearing artists' interviews on numerous radio stations and seeing comprehensive feature articles in the press, directed solely to the juried fine arts show.

300,000 peopleprojected over the 4-day weekend, based on last year's attendance, promotional media, event programming, reasonably good weather, and our wonderful new
site in downtown Royal Oak.
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Artist Amenities:

Onsite and overnight security provided
Vehicle unloading and loading at booth
Individual artist electricity (included in booth fee)
$7500 in artist awards

Ready to be part of a legend?

Apply today: www.juriedartservices.com
For more info: www.artsbeatseats.com

Questions?
lisa@artsbeatseats.com
connie@artfaircalendar.com

Full disclosure: I am one of the art directors for Arts, Beats & Eats.

Call for Artists: Shaker Heights Art & Music Festival

Posted by Connie Mettler on April 16, 2010 at 9:30pm

June 19 - 20
Shaker Heights, Ohio
Sat. 10 am - 8 pm
Sun. 11 am - 5 pm
150 artists
Deadline: April 18

Exciting News! The 25th annual CraftFair at Hathaway Brown is moving and improving!

The CraftFair at Hathaway Brown is now the Shaker Heights Arts and Music Festival! Ohio Designer Craftsmen, a non-profit organization dedicated to serving artists for over 45 years, has joined forces with the City of Shaker Heights and the Shaker Heights Arts Council to create a vibrant new outdoor community event in the heart of this affluent suburb of Cleveland. The event combines Ohio Designer Craftsmen's craft fair with the 7 year-old Shaker Summer Solstice Music Festival and is endorsed by the city.

Location:

New location between the Van Aken Shopping Center and Shaker Heights Country Club, just one mile from Hathaway Brown School
High-visibility paved surface in a busy shopping, dining and residential area with ample, free parking, ATMs, restaurants and a gourmet grocery.

Event Features:

Free Admission
Live music
Variety of food and drink vendors
Children's activities and entertainment
Artist demonstrations

Artist Amenities:

Reduced rates at nearby hotel
Sunday Breakfast Party
Complimentary beverage
Proximity to shops and services
Booth sitters
Courteous, professional staff
Show limited to 150 artists, selling to an elite clientele, including the loyal Hathaway Brown audience, the Shaker Arts Council's music festival audience, and hundreds of area shoppers.

This year only, the booth fee is just $299!

Apply today! Go to ohiocraft.org to apply online or to download a paper application. For further information or assistance, call 614.486.7119.

FYI - this reinvention of a popular Cleveland area event should be a winner - I love this new location and the pairing with the music and the partnership with the local Arts Council. A cool new opportunity for you.

Call for Artists: The Guild of Artists & Artisans Fall Art Fairs

Posted by Connie Mettler on April 12, 2010 at 4:00pm

Bringing art to the community and the community to art. That's the mission of the Guild of Artists & Artisans. The Guild, which has been a force in the art fair world for more than 40 years, is best known for its award-winning Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair. Guild events have a reputation for excellent advertising, fair attendance and artist amenities.

You can apply online right now for the Guild's 2010 fall shows. The applications can be found at: www.juriedartservices.com

and are open through midnight EST on April 19, 2010.

If you need any assistance in setting up your JAS profile, or have any questions about the Guild and its events, contact the Guild -- 734.662.3382 or info@theguild.org.

You can learn more about the Guild and its events by visiting its web site: www.theguild.org.

We think you'll like these two events:

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Crocker Park Fall Arts Fest

Crocker Part Art Fair

Westlake, Ohio
September 18 & 19
Deadline: April 19

The popular Crocker Park in Westlake, Ohio, is hosting the 3rd Annual Crocker Park Fall Arts Fest

The highlight of the event will be 99 juried artist booths on Main Street. The fine art fair is produced by The Guild of Artists & Artisans. Crocker Park is the $400 million innovative outdoor lifestyle complex in Westlake,
Ohio, just 12 miles from Cleveland. Crocker Park features a sophisticated mix of national retailers and eclectic local favorites plus restaurants, cafes, a multi-screen movie theater, beautiful luxury apartments and office space - all together in a congenial neighborhood of parks and tree-lined streets. More than 80,000 fairgoers annually attend the Arts Fest.

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Common Ground's 36th Annual
Birmingham Street Art Fair
Birmingham, MI
September 25 & 26
Deadline: April 19

Weaver Andrea Anderson, interviewed at the fair

New name! New location! New partnership! Common Ground's Birmingham Street Art Fair, formerly known as Art in the Park, brings its 36th art fair to a new and extraordinary location. The event moves from Shain Park to South Old Woodward, the celebrated gateway to downtown Birmingham. This location offers visitors a unique shopping experience and a pleasing variety of restaurants.

The City of Birmingham has long been celebrated for its small town charm and sophisticated elegance. More than 160 juried artists
will be featured in this pleasant setting. Common Ground has also
partnered with The Guild of Artists & Artisans in order to improve
and enhance the event for both artists and fairgoers. Extensive
advertising will bring more than 60,000 fairgoers to the event.

People in metro Detroit flock to this show -- the last art fair of the season. It will be exciting to see what this new partnership brings to the energy surrounding the event. Be there!

Apply today: www.juriedartservices.com

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More art fairs looking for artists:
www.artfairinsiders.com/callforartists

Call for Artists: Mount Clemens Art Fair

Posted by Connie Mettler on March 24, 2010 at 3:30am

June 4, 5 & 6

Anton Art Center
Mount Clemens, Michigan
80 artists, 12+ indie crafters
Deadline: April 1

Where is Mt. Clemens? Click here.

The facts:

· Presented by the Anton Art Center
· The fair takes place in picturesque downtown Mount Clemens, a small-scale urban
landscape with retailers, restaurants and nightclubs.
· The 2009 Mount Clemens Art Fair drew approximately 10,000 visitors.
· Over $1000 in cash prizes will be awarded to the most outstanding artists

The Mount Clemens Art Fair was among the first in the region to present fine artists and fine crafters along with alternative and urban crafters. Fine artists and fine crafters participating in all three days of the art fair are invited to conduct artist demonstrations. The Anton Art Center will publicize demos to attract a more discerning art fair patron, along with artist attendees.

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SATURDAY ONLY, alternative and urban crafters will be showcased in the CRAFTERS CARNIVAL, a single indoor space that will encourage a community atmosphere. The Crafters Carnival is a more affordable option for casual crafters and hobbyists, and is geared toward lower price-points and quirkier products.

The space hosting the Crafters Carnival will change each day of the fair, hosting student artists on Friday and fine art galleries on Sunday, giving fair-goers reason to come back each day for a different experience. In addition a wide variety of performerswill be scheduled throughout the art fair, inviting couples and families to relax, while they continue enjoying the art on display. A Children's Tent will host make-and-take arts and crafts for kids of all ages, along with
age-appropriate entertainment.

The Art Fair has wide demographic appeal and will be advertised throughout Macomb County and the surrounding area. We will be providing postcards to artists, sending out press releases and e-blasts to our mailing lists.

I like the variety of experiences for the fair-goer, something different every day. Very nice idea. Plus the appearance of the indie crafters, an unusual facet to a traditional art fair. Check this one out! CM

Find more information and download the application at: www.theartcenter.org/Mt.Clemens

Phone 586-469-8666; jcallans@theartcenter.org

Call for Artists: 4 Events in Chicagoland

Posted by Connie Mettler on March 3, 2010 at 10:00pm

D & W Events, Inc., is featuring four top notch Chicago area shows this summer. Debbie Netter, President and founder of D &W, has 20+ years of organizing events and knows how to make it less stressful for everyone!

May 29 & 30 - Vernon Hills, IL
June 5 & 6 - Deerfield, IL
July 10 & 11 - Northbrook, IL
July 16-18 - Lombard, IL
Deadline: March 15

Top reasons to consider a D & W Events, Inc., show: (not in order of importance!)

1. Well run, organized and fun!
2. Attentive artist hospitality including booth sitters, hot and iced coffee both days, continental breakfast both days, indoor
restroom facilities, bottled water delivered to you frequently throughout the show, discounted
hotel rates, overnight security
3. Booth fees for all shows remains at $275.00, and jury fee, $25.00. Larger booths and corners available for an additional fee.
4. Wonderful attendance from a higher economic buying crowd
5. Advertising intrinsically placed to capture the high to middle economic crowd
6. Easy load in and out
7. Promoter who cares and will implement your suggestions
8. Booth fee checks not cashed until show acceptance (or returned promptly)
9. Smaller shows means less artist competition
10. Juried and judged by industry professionals

What the artists say about D & W Events, Inc.:
--We sold more the first day at Deerfield than 2 days last year at Port Clinton.
--My sales exceeded my expectations.
--Your shows are well run and organized. It's refreshing to work with a promoter who cares.

This festival kicks off the Chicago area season:

MAY 29 & 30

Cuneo Gardens Art Fest

1350 Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills
Presented by: Cuneo Museum & Gardens
Deadline: March 15

Held in the sculpture garden of the historic Cuneo Mansion adjacent to the formal gardens and golf course
- Approximately 75 - 100 artists
- 5th year festival

June 5 & 6

Deerfield Festival of Fine Arts
Deerfield Road and Park Avenue, Deerfield
Presented by: Deerfield Fine Arts Commission & Village of Deerfield
Deadline: March 15

Held in town, busy city-like atmosphere
- Approximately 125 - 160 artists
- 8th year festival

July 10 & 11

Art in the Park - Northbrook
Village Green Park, 1320 Shermer Road, Northbrook
Presented by Northbrook Arts Commission in collaboration with Village of
Northbrook
And Northbrook Park District
Deadline: March 15

Held in beautiful downtown park, center of Northbrook
- Approximately 75 - 100 artists
- 10th year festival

July 16, 17 & 18 - New Event!

Art at the Shops - Yorktown
Lombard

Held in the beautifully landscaped outdoor mall
- Approximately 75-100 artists
- Artist Preview Gala on July 15, 5 pm to 8 pm

Every D & W Events, Inc., fine art and fine craft festival features:

outstanding customer service
Friday afternoon set up availability
organization, coordination, proactivity
cash prizes
artist hospitality
free day and overnight parking
day and overnight security

Visit the D & W Events website for more information and to download
an application: www.dwevents.org

More questions? Contact Debbie Netter at dwevents@comcast.net

Call for Artists: 9th Annual Berkshires Arts Festival

Posted by Connie Mettler on March 12, 2010 at 3:30am

July 2, 3 & 4

Great Barrington, Massachusetts
Ski Butternut
175 Exhibitors

Deadline: A Few spaces left

For artists who are not familiar with the Berkshires Arts Festival it is an east coast show in one of the country's Premier Cultural Resort Areas. If you visit www.Berkshires.org and explore a bit you will find abundant reasons why the Berkshires is a summer haven for affluent art lover from NYC and its surrounding communities, as well as Massachusetts, New Jersey and Connecticut.

This is a sweetheart of a show at a beautiful ski resort with attendance of around 8,000 who gladly pay the $11.00 admission. The director limits the number of exhibitors to around 185. He is looking for extremely talented new artists who are not going to Cherry Creek and could use a good show that weekend. He has space for about 20 more artists.....

The Berkshires Arts Festival is part of a suite of shows run by American Art Marketing which produces some of the finest fine art and fine craft events in the country. The Directors Richard and Joanna Rothbard are artists who have established themselves not only as innovative show promoters but are also the owners of An American Craftsman Galleries, one of the finest contemporary craft showcases in the country with galleries at the Sheraton Manhattan Hotel and at Rockefeller Center in New York City.

Learn more about this arts festival: www.berkshiresartsfestival.com

Apply: www.AmericanArtMarketing.com

Call for Artists: Traverse City Outdoor Art Fair

Posted by Connie Mettler on April 1, 2010 at 3:30am

July 31

Traverse City, Michigan
Presented by Artcenter Traverse City
120 artists
Deadline: April 7

It is our 50th year and we want you to celebrate with us!

Artcenter Traverse City invites you to apply to its 50th Annual Outdoor Art Fair, to be held on the campus of Northwestern Michigan College in
beautiful Traverse City, Michigan. We offer spacious display areas, with ample parking to provide the perfect Art Fair atmosphere. Our juried fair seeks to maintain the highest standards for both the artists and the viewing public.

This is one of Artcenter's premier events and fundraiser, we are comprised of working artists and members who volunteer time, talent, and experience to ensure a quality show. We offer a cash award and a pre-juried complimentary booth for 2011, and we are continuing our 20% pre-jury invitation to selected artists.

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Film Festival. This opportunity offers a unique twist to our celebration. Their event spills over to the NMS campus. This will be a vibrant and exciting day drawing visitors from many diverse lives.

Making it easy for you:

Setup Friday night or Saturday from 6 am to 9 am
Rooms available on Campus
Reasonable fees - $25.00 entry fee
$135.00, 10 x 10 booth fee

Artists will be contacted: April 23, 2010.

We also encourage you to participant in our image competition your artwork featured on marketing materials; print advertisements, post cards, event program, and TV PSA.

Contact us for further information: info@artcentertraversecity.com

Learn more and apply: www.artcentertraversecity.com

Call for Artists: ArtRapids! Elk Rapids, Michigan

Posted by Connie Mettler on March 2, 2010 at 11:30pm

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June 26
Elk Rapids, Michigan
Veteran's Memorial Park
10 am to 5 pm
75 Artists
Deadline: April 1

Where is Elk Rapids? Visit this link.

Elk Rapids is at the center of some of the most affluent real estate in northern Michigan, on the shores of Grand Traverse Bay, near Charlevoix and Harbor Springs. This area has really blossomed with new homes, golf courses and galleries in the last ten years, making it a desired vacation, second home location, for people from Chicago and Detroit.

It is held in Veteran's Memorial Park, by Grand Traverse Bay in the heart of this charming harbor town. Patrons can walk two short blocks where they will find restaurants, antique shops and art galleries. Elk Rapids already attracts an art-loving clientele the year around.

Patterned after the very successful Charlevoix Waterfront Art Fair, the organizers have planned every detail including a reception (appetizers and wine) the night before for the artists and volunteers. The next morning volunteers are on hand with golf carts at 5 am to unload artists vans and help with setup. Then the sun comes out and the people show up. As they know this is a one day show so it is "now or never."

Prize money: Art Fair Calendar.com

$1000 Best of Show
$600 Honorable Mention
$125 Best Display
$125 People's Choice.

Space Fees:
1 space, 1 artist $125
1 space, 2 artists $175
2 spaces, 1 artist $250

Testimonials from artists:

--This was a terrific show, well organized, advertised, and well attended. Glad to be in the show.

--My compliments to all involved. The art presented was upscale. Very well done.

--Thanks for selecting fine art (as opposed to crafts). It's very difficult to find art shows, and if you continue to keep a high standard and accept only fine art, you will get that reputation and buyers coming with the knowledge that it is an art show and they are prepared to spend accordingly.

For more information and to download an application visit: www.artrapids.org.

Call for Artists: Art in the Park - Columbia, MO

Posted by Connie Mettler on March 1, 2010 at 3:21pm

June 5 & 6
Columbia, Missouri
Stephens Lake Park
presented by the Columbia Art League
105 Artists
Deadline: March 9

Founded in 1958, Art in the Park is the oldest fine arts and crafts fair in mid-Missouri, attracting 18-20,000 visitors with art buying intent! Held in the verdant tranquility of Stephens Lake Park it features 105 artists from across the United States working in painting, photography, ceramics, jewelry, glass, wood, metal, mixed media, fibers and more, Art in the Park aims to have something for every pocket.

Highlights:

free to the public
hundreds of free parking spaces available at the adjacent Boone Hospital parking lot
free shuttle buses running constantly between the parking lot and the edge of the festival
musical and magical family entertainment under the tented pavilion, festival food, children's art projects, art demonstrations
Art in the Park is the highlight of summer in Columbia.

Good news for artists:

Juried by an artists working in a variety of mediums, the event features 105 artists and newcomers are always encouraged to apply
A welcome party for the artists and event patrons is held at the Columbia Art League gallery on the Friday night
breakfast is provided on both Saturday and Sunday mornings and a lunch box on Saturday.
Booth sitters and volunteers are plentiful throughout the weekend.
Solid advertising in the run up to the event on TV, Radio, Newspaper, Posters plus Facebook, Yard Signs and billboards on I-70 help swell the traffic to this iconic summer event.

When asked how they would rate their Art in the Park experience in a 2009 visitor survey, the event received an overwhelming 100% positive rating.

Learn more and apply: http://artinthepark.missouri.org

P.S. I lived in Columbia for a few years -- this is a very cool place. CM

Call for Artists: 35th Annual Outdoor Art Show in Pennsylvania

Posted by Connie Mettler on March 10, 2010 at 7:00am

August 21 & 22
Mt. Gretna, Pennsylvania
35th Annual Outdoor Art Show
Sponsored by the Pennsylvania Chautauqua
265 artists
Deadline: April 1

Jury Fee: $25.00 per application
Booth Fee: $350.00 per 10' x 12' space

In mid-August as many as 18,000 festival-goers will plan on enjoying a weekend of art, crafts, entertainment and gourmet food.

Where is Mt. Gretna, PA? Visit this link.

Every year, during the third weekend of August, this community of some 700 homes and cottages suddenly springs to life, welcoming 265 artists chosen through juried competition and
20,000 visitors who-by their presence acknowledge the role that
art plays in their homes, hearts, and lives.

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And every year, as thousands of art show patrons return, many others discover Mount Gretna for the first time. For everyone who comes, it is a return to an earlier era: a time when neighbors greeted neighbors from their front porches, when going for ice cream meant going for a stroll rather than getting into an automobile, and when life itself pulsed at a rocking chair pace.

New this year:
20 fewer artists and booth sizes increased to 10 x 12

Very nice things were said about Mt. Gretna at ArtFairInsiders.com by this year's participants, including, "I will certainly sign up for the Mt. Gretna, PA show again."

Learn more about the event at: www.mtgretnaarts.com
Contact them at: mtgretnaart@comcast.net
or 717-964-3270

Apply online at Zapplication.org

Call for Artists: Atlanta Arts Festival

Posted by Connie Mettler on April 14, 2010 at 8:30pm

September 18 & 19
4th Annual Atlanta Arts Festival
Atlanta, Georgia
Piedmont Park
200 Artists
Deadline: April 26

You are invited to apply to become one of 200 jury selected participants for this beloved autumn festival.

Produced by a highly qualified staff and a strong pool of committed volunteers, both sharing multiple years of event production and promotion in the City of Atlanta, the festival is dedicated to showcasing talented artists from throughout the country for its enthusiastic art buying crowd.

Items of Interest:

$7,200 in award money
Artists retain all proceeds from their sales
Commemorative poster image will be selected from a show participant

Artist Amenities:

Artist Awards Dinner
Artist hospitality providing continental breakfast & refreshments
Booth sitting
Load-in / load-out at booth space
Near or on-site parking
24 hour security patrols
Discounted rates at participating hotels

Julie Tepp and her staff understand the dynamics of bringing Art Fair Calendar.com

the "right" people to the event. Last year they turned down sponsors that would have brought large crowds to the park because it was not the audience they were seeking. It is not their goal to bring record numbers to the festival, but to bring buyers. This in turn is not exactly good for the Festival's bottom line, but it is smart strategy for a longer term view of building a quality event.

2009 Festival Poster by Richard Jacobus

Visit the application (www.zapplication.org)information on how to participate!

To learn more about the festival visit: AtlantaArtsFestival.com

Call for Artists: Art on the Grand

Posted by Connie Mettler on April 8, 2010 at 12:30pm

June 5 & 6

Farmington Hills, Michigan
Saturday 10 AM - 7 PM
Sunday 11 AM - 6 PM
Application deadline: April 9

New Bigger Location + New Date!

We are excited to announce that Art on the Grand has become GRANDER this year! Due to its amazing popularity, the fair will be a brand new, stand-alone event (NOT part of the Founders Festival) in downtown Farmington, to the delight of the city, and all involved.

Grand River Avenue (our main street) will be closed for several blocks east of Farmington Road, as art takes center stage over the whole city! Events arranged around Art on the Grand will appeal to the high-level crowds:

an opening reception, wine/beer tent
hands-on art activities for kids
high quality entertainment
food from some of our wonderful area restaurants.

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Come join us for the premier year of the NEW Art on the Grand, located right on Grand River Avenue in downtown Farmington. We are known as the artist-friendly fair, where you are treated with respect. Despite economic woes, this great fair has experienced an overwhelmingly positive response from
participating artists, visitors and the City government. One of our
artists who has returned every year, told us 2009 was his best year for sales, even though it took place during the Ann Arbor Art Fair. And...our new date will eliminate that major competition!

Farmington is a beautiful town located in the richest county in Michigan (Oakland) surrounded by the larger City of Farmington Hills. This art fair is for you: with one of the nation's highest SEV's, Farmington and Farmington
Hills vigorously support the arts, and welcome you to our community.

The committee does everything they can to treat you right:

Provide assistance the day of set-up and the evening of take-down
Put our reliable staff at your disposal, to relieve you for breaks
Offer donuts, bagels, and coffee in the morning, and cold bottled water or lemonade
for the sultry afternoons

The committee says, "the artists have told us how much they Art Fair Calendar.com

enjoy this fair, as opposed to a massive, impersonal fair setting, where they get lost in the crowd of exhibitors. They love the special attention they receive both from us and the crowd that attends, calling this a
"gem of an art fair".

Art on the Grand is a juried show, accepting applications in any artistic medium, provided it is

fine
original
handmade (original prints may be sold)

At stake is a $500 "Best of Show" prize, as well as two honorary Mayor's Choice awards from the mayors of Farmington Hills and Farmington, plus, of course, whatever sales you make! Cost for a 11 X 11 booth is only $250.

Apply online at: www.zapplication.org
or

Download the application at: www.downtownfarmington.org

For further info: Nancy Coumoundouros, 248 473 1870

E-mail: ncoumoundouros@fhgov.com

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Looking for more art fairs for your 2010 art fair season?
www.ArtFairInsiders.com/callforartists

Call for Artists: Amish Acres

Posted by Connie Mettler on March 22, 2010 at 3:30am

August 5-8
Nappanee, IN
350 exhibitors
Deadline: April 1

The 48th annual Amish Acres Festival is seeking talented artists and craftsmen to exhibit and sell their wares around the pond at Amish Acres.

Amish Acres is an 80 acre farmstead, listed in the National Register of Historic Places in the heart of Indiana's Amish country, Nappanee, IN. It is an historic attraction demonstrating three generations of the legacy of the family who lived here and a destination for travelers interested in learning about the Amish a way of life, a life nearly forgotten in today's fast paced world.

Helpful information:

This event pulls from a wide region and includes an effective advertising and marketing plan that encircles Nappanee from Chicago to Detroit to Toledo and Indianapolis - expect visitors from a large geographic area who call this their favorite show

The readers of Sunshine Artist have selected Amish Acres as one of the 200 Best for the 10th year running, further ranking it the 7th Best Classic & Contemporary Craft Show in the Country

The American Bus Association chose Amish Acres Festival as one of its Top 100 Events in North America in 2008 for an unprecedented third time (2005, 2006 & 2008)

Partnership with a national pharmacy chain in our and surrounding 5 state region for Art Festival promotion

Expect authentic Hoosier hospitality that includes:

free accessible parking

electricity

no jury fee

exhibitor discounts on hotels, theatre tickets, food and drink

$10,000 in cash awards

60,000+ is the expected attendance based on previous years

A casual family oriented atmosphere abounds as Amish Acres remains a family run business. The Festival was started in 1961 and is still owned by the same family, on to its second generation of management now. There are many activities on this historic farm but the Art and Crafts Festival is a singular event and eagerly awaited by past exhibitors and patrons.

Visit the website to learn more about Amish Acres and to download an application: www.amishacres.com

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