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13 Reasons the Craft-Making Life Is the Better Life
Need a boost? We’ve created a list of 13 reasons making crafts makes your life better. We recommend sharing them with your crafting friends.

  1. Crafting satisfies the need to create.
  2. Crafting offers the satisfaction of seeing other people appreciate your products.
  3. Crafting gives you the knowledge that at any moment, people all over the country might be enjoying your work. You never know how far the crafts you sell might travel.
  4. Working on your crafts is an opportunity to relax, forget your daily worries, and focus entirely on one task.
  5. Crafting allows you a level of self-sufficiency that is rare in our time.
  6. Crafting connects generations as parents teach children and grandparents teach grandchildren.
  7. Crafters who attend fairs and festivals become a part of a community of other crafty, creative, and delightful people.
  8. Crafters can run their own business, set their own hours, and be their own boss.
  9. Crafters surround themselves with handmade, one-of-a-kind goods rather than mass-produced, low-quality products.
  10. Crafters are more observant, more mindful, and more inspired.
  11. Crafters make better friends. Well, they at least make better gifts to give their friends.
  12. Crafters develop an eye for detail and patience to accomplish stunning work.
  13. At the end of the day, a crafter can look back on their work and see exactly what they have accomplished, which is usually a lot.

What would you add to this list? Let us know by leaving a comment below.

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New Gallery Opens in Ann Arbor

8869199288?profile=originalThe Gutman Gallery is being launched by the Guild of Artists and Artisans as a new retail opportunity for Guild members. You know the Guild -- those folks who are part of producing the summer Ann Arbor Art Fair extravaganza. It is named after Vic Gutman, the man who started the Guild back in the 1970's. 

"Mine", by Chuck Wimmer

Vic continues to be an event producer in Omaha, including the Omaha Summer Arts Festival and many other events. Ann Arbor is where he started his career producing non-profit events. 

Karen Delhey, current executive director: "Gutman Gallery is the new place in Ann Arbor to get an exquisite piece of art for your home or purchase a unique gift for a loved one this Valentine’s day or anytime of the year!”

Learn more and visit the gallery located on 4th street in Ann Arbor: https://www.clickondetroit.com/all-about-ann-arbor/2020/02/03/new-gallery-in-town-the-guilds-gutman-gallery-to-launch-in-downtown-ann-arbor/

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Call for Artists: ARTBOX PROJECT Barcelona 1.0

March 18 - 22 Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain
Valid World Hall at the Buenaventura Muñoz 6
Deadline: February 15
 
Application fee: 45€
THE ARTBOX.PROJECTS is an art project that travels around the world with the aim of promoting young artists from all over the world and offering them a platform on which they can present themselves to the public. At every art hotspot where THE ARTBOX.PROJECTS stops, young artists from all over the world have the opportunity to participate in the art project.
Barcelona show

Your artwork will be shown digitally on a big LED screen (2x2 meters) during the ARTBOX.PROJECT Barcelona 1.0 show. In the ARTBOX.PROJECT Barcelona 1.0, the jury will select 10 finalists and 100 semi-finalists. The finalists will have the opportunity to exhibit their original artworks, the semi-finalists will receive a special presentation on two different 55" HD screens. The registered artworks, which will not be selected as finalists, will be shown digitally on the large 2x2 meter LED screen during the entire exhibition period.
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Visitors to the exhibition will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite artwork among the finalists and semi-finalists. The winner chosen by the visitors with the most votes will receive a cooperation contract with THE ARTBOX.GALLERY Switzerland in Zurich.


 
Contact: Jenny-Rose Zenklusen, office@artboxprojectbarcelona.com
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2020-artist-afi-2-2.jpgSugarloaf Craft Festivals - Apply Now!

Apply Today to Sugarloaf Craft Festivals! 11 Shows in 2020 located in VA, PA, MD & NJ. Limited Space Remains. Professionally managed, highly attended by affluent attendees ready to SHOP! Join Sugarloaf and see why so many love being part of our special creative community. Make 2020 your best year ever with Sugarloaf. Don't wait, apply today!
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SPRING '20 TOUR
Limited Space Remaining! 

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May 23 & 24 Denver
Denver, Colorado
Staple Conservatory Green Plaza
Saturday 10am - 6pm & Sunday 10am - 5pm
145 Artists
Deadline: February 6

Application fee: $35   Booth fee: $495 - $1050

We invite all artists, both Colorado and national, to apply to the 2020 festival. Now in its 
22nd year, the Denver Arts Festival will be held at the Conservatory Green Plaza area of Northfield in the Stapleton development. The fine art exhibition features over 145 visual artists with over 50,000 people expected to attend.

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We are excited to continue working with the Stapleton Development. This large area that used to be the Denver airport property proved to be a great place for the festival over the last few years. It is now home to many upscale neighborhoods, parks, bike trails, shopping and more. There is plenty of free parking and all artists will be on paved streets. All art patrons from the Denver area will find it easy to come to DAF since the location of the festival is just off two major highways. 
 
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.
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Contact: Jim DeLutes jdphotos7@gmail.com (303) 330-8237
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Call for Artists: 37th Summerfest Arts Faire

Logan June 18 - 20
Logan, Utah
50 N Main Logan
Tabernacle Square in Historic Downtown Logan
Thursday-Friday 11am - 9pm & Saturday 10am - 8pm
170 Artists - Artists are invited to come early (starting Friday June 12)
Deadline: February 9
Application fee: $45   Booth fee: $300 - $670
You are cordially invited to submit an application to request participation in the 37th Annual Summerfest Arts Faire (SAF). Summerfest is a fine art/fine craft event popular with collectors and visitors (over 50,000) and takes place at Tabernacle Square in Historic Downtown Logan, the very heart of beautiful Cache Valley. Summerfest is a juried event known for its quality original artwork.
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HOSPITALITY SERVICES
Summerfest will provide the following services to artist exhibitors:
    1. Assistance with booth set up and teardown (you will be provided with contact information upon check-in).
    2. Booth sitters for breaks.
    3. Air-conditioned artist hospitality area with complimentary beverages, snacks, and SAF and community information. Available for artists only.
    4. Each artist will be featured on our website and on social media sites.
    5. Artists are invited to come early (starting Friday, June 12)
    6. An event program will be published which will include a site map, a listing of participating artists, their artwork and website addresses (if provided). Inclusion in the program is only guaranteed if the application is received by the deadline, payment is made on time, and requested artwork is submitted when required.
    7. Free parking is provided one block from the venue. Truck/trailer parking will be two blocks away. Please do not park your vehicle or trailer on the perimeter streets or grounds of Tabernacle Square except to load and unload. Violators will be fined and may not be invited back to the event.
    8. Exhibitor gift bags.
    9. Welcome reception with heavy hors d'oeuvres on Wednesday at 6 pm.
    10. CAMPSITES and LODGING. Campsites and hotels are available in abundance. Discounted lodging information will be sent out.
What Artists Say:
  • 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.

Contact: Elaine Thatcher, Executive Director elaine@logansummerfest.com (435) 213-3858
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November 19 & 20
Royal Oak Farmers Market
Royal Oak, Michigan
Presented by: The Guild of Artists and Artisans
Thursday & Friday 11am - 9pm (New Hours!)
65 Artists
Deadline: February 24, 2020

Application Fee: $25   Booth Fee: $250-$350
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The Guild of Artists and Artisans is proud to announce the Royal Oak Market: Art Fair Edition.  Now in it's fifth year, this show will take place indoors at the Royal Oak Farmers Market on Thursday and Friday. The Farmers Market is an enclosed marketplace that is conveniently located in the Civic Center at the corner of 11 Mile Road and Troy Street in downtown Royal Oak. The Royal Oak Farmers Market provides one of the premium market venues in southeast Michigan.  
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This is a juried fair.  The artists will be showing and selling their own work.  Admission for fairgoers is free. The event features 60 artists, music, food trucks, beer and wine and fairgoers will find the same excellence and variety as in the Guild's Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair.
 
Guild Show Features:
  • Extensive advertising and promotion
  • Cash Awards to Artists
  • Professional and respectful art fair staff
  • Available move-in help
  • Well-provisioned artist hospitality
  • Negotiated special rates for artists in nearby hotels and motels
  • Friendly booth sitters
  • Professional, overnight security 
  • Artist parking is free
Contact: Nicole McKay, nicole@theguild.org  (734) 662-3382
 
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Call for Artists: 59th Grand Haven Art Festival

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Grand Haven, Michigan
Presented By: The Chamber of Commerce Grand Haven, Spring Lake & Ferrysburg
100 Artists
Deadline: February 15

Application Fee: $30       Booth Fee: $285
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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 27 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:
  • 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. 3538f3a7-b0bd-4a4a-947f-148b78cc6f06.png
  • 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 59th 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!"
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Good marketing!! How is your mailing list?

I'm on several artist email lists and regularly receive their show announcements. Please tell me you have a mailing list ... email is good enough. 

Active member on this site, John Leben, does a great job of marketing. What do you think of his recent email:

Greetings!
John Leben Exhibiting at Eight
Florida Art Fairs this Winter
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The Arbor Ark - Digital Painting by John Leben
 
Jan 31-Feb 2
Artfest Ft Myers - Ft.Myers - Booth 146
Feb 8-9
Bonita Springs Art Festival - Bonita Springs
Feb 14-16
Arti Gras Art Festival - Jupiter - Booth 511
Feb 22-23
Naples National Art Festival - Naples
Mar 7-8
Bonita Springs Art Festival - Bonita Springs
Mar 13-15
Under the Oaks Art Show - Vero Beach
Mar 21-22
Downtown Naples Art Fair - Naples
Mar 28-29
Santa Fe College Spring Art Festival - Gainesville 
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Forbidden Fruit                                        High Rise                                             Rain Tree
Leben Announces New Environmental Initiative
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What about you? Share your tips on email marketing, or copy and paste your recent email in the comments below. 

What? not keeping in touch with the people who love your work?? My advice: do NOT go to that marginal show next weekend. Devote the weekend to getting your marketing/website/email gathering together. How do you think we got started -- 16 years ago? 

Not sure where to start? "Search" on this site for tips on websites, email marketing, and/or listen to this podcast. It is several years old, but the content is evergreen. Click here.
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September 26 & 27
Birmingham, Michigan
South Old Woodward 
Produced in association with The Guild of Artists & Artisans
Saturday 10am - 6pm & Sunday 10am - 5pm
160 Artists
Deadline: February 24

Application Fee: $30.00   
Booth Fees: $350 - $700Guild

Common Ground's Birmingham Street Art Fair celebrates its 46th anniversary in 2020. The fair is located on the streets surrounding Shain Park, in downtown Birmingham, Michigan. The park is conveniently located in the center of this favorite suburban downtown and features welcoming pathways and beautiful landscaping. As the downtown center, the park is surrounded by convenient parking for artists and fairgoers and within easy access to the many unique stores and fabulous restaurants of downtown Birmingham - favorites of the upscale shoppers and residents throughout Oakland County and beyond. This highly respected event will showcase 160 juried artists in an elegant and extraordinary setting.
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Common Ground is pleased to continue its presenting partnership with The Guild of Artists & Artisans. This collaboration helps Common Ground maintain its status as an important regional resource helping youths, adults and families in crisis while ensuring the continuation of this highly-respected fine art fair. 

Show Features
  • Extensive advertising and promotion
  • Cash Awards to Artists
  • Professional and respectful art fair staff
  • Well-provisioned artist hospitality tent
  • Negotiated special rates for artists in nearby hotels and motels
  • Friendly booth sitters
  • Professional, overnight security
Contact: Nicole McKay - nicole@theguild.org - (734)662-3382
 
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Gourds for Sale

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They have been stored in my home

In excellent condition 

Reason for selling retiring and moving abroad.

I bought these gourds some years ago at a gourd farm in GA, thinking I would do some shows but it never worked out.

please refer to link for photos

I’d like to really sell these gourds, and would welcome any feedback from any Gourd artists out there, who would know what they are worth nowadays.

Thanks Brian

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Call for Artists: Levis Commons Fine Art Fair

 
August 15 & 16
Perrysburg, Ohio
The Town Center at Levis Commons
Produced by The Guild of Artists & Artisans
Saturday 10am - 7pm & Sunday 11am - 5pm
130 Artists
Deadline: February 24

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Booth Fees:
   Guild Members: $300 10'x10' & $600 10'x20' 
   Non-members: $325 10'x10' & $650 10'x20' 
   Plus $60 for all corners
 
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The Town Center at Levis Commons hosts the 16th Annual Levis Commons Fine Art Fair produced and created by The Guild of Artists & Artisans. The Town Center at Levis Commons is a unique "open-air lifestyle experience," featuring sophisticated shopping, superb dining and entertainment and is located in the welcoming community of Perrysburg, Ohio. It's the perfect setting for an exceptional art fair.

Parking and admission are free. Fairgoers will find the same excellence and variety as in the Guild's award-winning Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair. Featured work will include jewelry, ceramics, painting, glass, photography, fiber and more. More than 35,000 fairgoers attend annually. 
 
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  • Extensive advertising and promotion
  • Cash Awards to Artists
  • Professional and respectful art fair staff
  • Well-provisioned artist hospitality tent
  • Negotiated special rates for artists in nearby hotels and motels
  • Friendly booth sitters
  • Professional, overnight security
Contact: Nicole McKay - nicole@theguild.org(734) 662-3382

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Hello fellow artists, I got into the Pecan street art festival in Austin tx.  I can not find much info about it. The booth fee is kinda high at $690ish for single booth. So iam hesitant to accept till I find out a bit more info. I can mot find any reviews. Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

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Call for Artists: Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair

July 16 - 19
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Streets of downtown Ann Arbor, including Main, Liberty and State
NEW show hours in 2020: 
Thursday-Saturday 10am-8pm (soft close), 9pm (hard close)  
& Sunday 10am-6pm
Produced By: The Guild of Artists & Artisans
375 Artists
Deadline: February 3 
 
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Booth Fees: $725-$1223   Corner Fee: $75

The Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair is one of four official partner fairs that comprise the award-winning and highly respected Ann Arbor Art Fair. Roughly 400,000 people attend the event each year. The Summer Art Fair is located on Main Street in the heart of Ann Arbor as well as Liberty and State Streets, stretching from its charming downtown to the campus of the University of Michigan. The Summer Art Fair has 375 artist booths, art demonstrations and live entertainment. 
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It is the only show run by and for the artists. In addition to $7,500 in cash awards, a complimentary Friday night artist happy hour and Sunday morning breakfast, it does not have any vendor spaces.

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  • $7,500 in Cash Awards to Artists!
  • The only show run by and for the artists
  • No vendor spaces
  • Extensive advertising and promotion
  • Select Social Media artist highlights leading up to the event
  • Artist listing including large image and link to artist website when provided on event page
  • Professional and respectful art fair staff
  • Well-provisioned artist hospitality tents and water delivery
  • Negotiated special rates for artists in nearby hotels and motels
  • Friendly booth sitters and set-up, tear-down helpers
  • Professional, overnight security
  • Artist Happy Hour - Friday Night
  • Artist Breakfast - Sunday Morning
Contact: Nicole McKay, nicole@theguild.org  (734) 662-3382
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Nine Things Artists and Crafters Know That Other People Don't
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ACT provides business insurance for artists and crafters who sell their wares at fairs, shows, and other events. In the past years, as we have worked with professional artists and crafters, we have learned that there are many things that artists and crafters know about the art world that most people aren’t aware of.

For one thing, many people are surprised when they hear the term “artist insurance” because they do not know how the art world works for independent artists. They don’t realize that artists, like any other small business owners, need to insure their business.

So, to celebrate artists and crafters and help everyone become more aware of the art world, we’ve put together this list of nine things artists and crafters know that other people should know too.

1. Most artists are not reclusive. They can be found meeting and greeting the public and other artists at fairs and shows across the country. Many people don't realize that they don't have to go to New York or Chicago to see impressive, creative work. There might be an art event just down their street.

2. Artists don’t have to be famous to have successful careers and businesses. The internet has made it more possible than ever for artists to sell their wares, and art events across the country are thriving as well.

3. Artists and crafters can stimulate local economies. By purchasing goods from local, independent artists, consumers keep money in their own community.

4. Artists are not snobs. At least, they are not all snobs. Most artists fit right in with everyone else. In fact, you are probably surrounded by more artists and crafters than you think you are.

5. Art fairs and craft shows, are brimming with creative work that you don’t have to be a wealthy collector to purchase.

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6. Art does not have to be obscure or inaccessible. Many artists would be happy to talk to you about their work, what it means to them, and what they hope it means to you. You don’t have to have a PhD to be lifted and inspired by their work.

7. Artists know how to produce wares with their hands, something that most people would not have the patience and care to learn.

8. There are a few things you should not say to artists and crafters at fairs. Don't comment on their prices being too high or try to haggle away their profits. Don't ask them how much revenue they bring in from their business. Don't joke about their work. Be respectful, and show appreciation for their efforts. 

9. There are a few things you should say to artists and crafters. For example, if you see something you admire, compliment them or ask them about their process. Ask them why they enjoy their work. 

 

Share this post to tell everyone what they should know about independent artists and crafters.

 

If you like this post and would like to know more about this program, visit our website here.

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Call for Artists: Art Birmingham

May 9 & 10 Guild Birmingham
Birmingham, Michigan 
Presented By: The Guild of Artists & Artisans
Downtown on South Old Woodward
Saturday 10am - 6pm & Sunday 10am - 5pm
160 Artists
Deadline: February 3

Application Fee: $30   
Booth Fee: $345 
(10x10); $690 double booth; + $65 corner

Art Birmingham takes place in a new location in 2020 along South Old Woodward in downtown Birmingham. Moving from Shain Park to S. Old Woodward, this show will be visible from Woodward Avenue, making it more accessible to fairgoers. It is also within easy access to the many unique stores and fabulous restaurants of downtown Birmingham - favorites of the upscale shoppers and residents throughout Oakland County and beyond. A Mother's Day Tradition, this highly respected event will showcase 160 juried artists in an elegant and extraordinary setting.
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Featured work includes painting, ceramics, photography, jewelry, glass, wood, sculpture, mixed media, fiber, metal and more. Admission is free to fairgoers and the event serves as a benefit for the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center.

Marketing Plan:
The Guild of Artists & Artisans does extensive marketing and PR for its shows in print, digital, social, and TV and Radio. Locations include WDET, WNIC, WWJ, Fox 2 Detroit, SEEN Magazine, Freep.com, USAToday, The Jewish News, Between the Lines, Facebook, Instagram, and more.

Show Features:
  • c3473efe-5af3-4365-8d0b-be1f81411ee8.png Extensive advertising and promotion
  • Cash Awards to Artists
  • Professional and respectful art fair staff
  • Well-provisioned artist hospitality tent
  • Negotiated special rates for artists in nearby hotels and motels
  • Friendly booth sitters
  • Professional, overnight security

Contact: Nicole McKay  nicole@theguild.org    (734) 662-3382
 
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Call for Artists: QFest Arts Festival

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Quincy, Illinois
Downtown in Washington Park
Friday 5:30pm - 9:30pm, 
Saturday 10am - 5pm, & Sunday 11am - 4pm
55 Artists
Deadline: February 2

Application fee: $20   Booth fee: $100

In Quincy, our community prides itself on hospitality, and we believe there is no better example of our warmth than how we treat Q-FEST exhibiting artists. We try to think of everything: water delivered to your booth, free coffee and treats in the morning, booth sitters for meal and bathroom breaks. Our volunteers bend over backwards to make you feel welcome and comfortable.
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Beyond this kindness, we work tirelessly to promote the Festival in the Quincy region and beyond to bring in a large crowd to purchase your art. We fund raise constantly to grow our awards and increase the amount of Art Bucks ($) in people's hands.

This outdoor arts festival is located in the heart of Quincy in historic downtown Washington Park. We have a quick, efficient check-in process leaving you plenty of time to set-up. Ample nearby parking is available at no cost. Electricity is available at no extra charge on a first come, first-serve basis.

About the Show:
Q-FEST is looking for Fine & Fresh artists including makers of one-of-a-kind items who may not necessarily identify with the fine art label. All interested artists/makers must apply and will be subject to the jury process. Original painting, photography, jewelry, mixed media, sculpture, glass, ceramics, fiber and more will be available at a variety of price points.

What you can expect from us:
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  • $5000 in Awards including a $1,000 Best of Show purchase award
  • Online Artist Gallery with color images
  • Energetic volunteers delivering water to your booth and booth sitting
  • Artist Awards Brunch on Sunday
Even better:
We pre-sell art bucks. These art bucks may be used to purchase artwork from any participating artist, and artists are reimbursed for the full face value. All sponsors receive art bucks based on their level of giving, so this cash is ready to be spent on art!

Marketing:
Extensive marketing takes place in and around the Quincy market including thousands of dollars in print, TV, radio and social media advertising and everything else!

Testimonials:
  • "This year I will do approximately 23 shows. I sincerely doubt that any of the other shows can beat the organization, communication, hospitality, and overall friendly atmosphere of the Q-Fest!." - 2019 Participating Artist
  • "Great volunteers, well organized, beautiful area, nice customers and fellow artists." - 2019 Participating Artist

Questions? Contact Amanda Brown: info@artsfaire.org, 217-779-2285
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Call for Artists: 64th Talbot Street Art Fair

Talbot StJune 20 & 21
Indianapolis, Indiana
on Talbot Street from 16th to 20th
Presented by Talbot Street Art Fair, Inc.
Saturday 10am - 6pm & Sunday 10am - 5pm
250 Artists
Deadline: February 1

Application Fee: $30     Booth Fee: $350

The Talbot Street Art Fair is recognized as one of the top art shows in the United States and is the oldest juried Art Fair in central Indiana which remains free to the public. The fair is held in the picturesque, historic Herron-Morton neighborhood on the near northside of Indianapolis. The Talbot Street committee is an artist-driven network striving to improve and uphold the quality and creativity of it's exhibitors, and actively working to deny and remove buy/sell or representatives to participate.
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Over 60,000 visitors come from near and as far as 100 miles away to view the artwork of 250+ artists from across the country. This event is well supported by the community in rain or sunshine with good buying energy.

We're doing our best to meet your needs:
  • Artists can drive up to their booth to load/unload and set up the day before the event. Due to the historic nature of this neighborhood, the narrow roads limit access to extra-large vehicles and long trailers. Artists with these vehicles can dolly from close side streets or adjacent alleys. 
  • Security is on hand Friday afternoon thru Sunday evening. 
  • Artists' amenities include air conditioned restrooms, coffee with donuts on both mornings of the fair, water delivered throughout the event
  • RV parking and limited reserved artists' parking but plenty of on-street free parking nearby. 
We have listened to the artists and are eliminating
all side streets again this year!

We have an aggressive marketing campaign including but not limited to radio, television, newspapers, flyers, bill boards, magazines, social media and on line advertisements.

On-site judges will award $6,500 in prize money for artists in the 2020 fair.

NEW: Larger spaces
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Although we do not allot double spaces, there are larger spaces ranging from 14' to 20' in width at $30 per additional foot. Also, there are a limited number of larger booths/corner booths in designated spaces. This is on a first-paid-first-reserved basis. If you previously exhibited and want your previous space, we will try to accommodate you. If you are unsure of your booth number, tell us 'same as last year' and we will research it.

Learn more:  www.talbotstreet.org
Contact: Gayle Herrli, gayle5@aol.com   (317) 745-6479 
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Call for Artists: Webster Arts Fair

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Webster Groves, Missouri
Presented by Webster Arts
Webster University and Eden Theological Seminary Grounds
Intersection of Lockwood and Bompart
105 Artists
Deadline: February 5
 
Application fee $35; Booth fee $350

Webster Arts Fair is loved by artists and patrons alike for its commitment to high-quality art in a warm and friendly environment. The Webster Arts Fair thrives on the support of knowledgeable patrons who take a personal interest in the artists and their work. The 17th annual Webster Arts Fair will attract more than 20,000 visitors to historic Webster Groves, an upscale suburb just 10 minutes west of downtown St. Louis.

Sunshine Artists magazine ranked Webster Arts Fair as the 77th best fair, specializing in contemporary & classic fine craft. Sunshine Artists further notes that Webster Arts Fair "is known around the show circuit for its unbelievable artist treatment," which "makes working this festival a delight." Webster Arts Fair prides itself on the quality hospitality of its artists and treating crowds to delicious food, top-notch music performances, and unique creative activities for the whole family.
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Marketing:
Webster Arts uses a variety of paid and free advertising, including billboards, NPR radio, print ads, adult rock radio, TV and radio interviews, and social media.

A few comments from last year's artist survey:
  • Every detail was taken into consideration.
  • Customers know good art and are willing to spend money for it.
  • Good crowd -- You treat us artists very nicely. Thank you!
  • The setting, volunteers, the staff. I just really like how you value the artist.
  • Great treatment, venue, buyers.
  • Super excellent!
  • Sales, location, time of year, hospitality, and the communications building up for the fair are stellar!
  • Great artist amenities.
  • Well organized, artist friendly.
  • Low-key, well-organized, artist run, great neighborhood support.
  • Extremely well organized in a way that is considerate of the artists!
  • Great organization and volunteers. High-quality artists.
  • Great hospitality, good communication, wonderful volunteers, reasonable fees. Love the extra space behind and on the sides of the booths!
Top-Notch Artist Amenities:
  • Casual complimentary dinner Friday night
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    Andy Throm, Painter
  • Continental Saturday morning breakfast
  • Complimentary dinner for artists on Saturday night brought to your booth
  • Catered awards breakfast Sunday morning
  • Complimentary snacks, drinks, and water delivered frequently to each booth
  • Booth sitters available
  • Air-conditioned artist break area with flush toilets
  • Close, free parking; 24-hour security
  • Great deal on comfortable accommodations at Webster University dorms within walking distance of fair
  • Easy load-in and load-out with volunteer assistance available
  • 250 committed volunteers 
Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=7809

For more information: https://www.websterartsfair.com/
Contact: Jeane Vogel, j.vogel@webster-arts.org, (314) 918-2671
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Call for Artists: 7th Annual Art in the Village

June 13 & 14Winnetka logo
Winnetka, Illinois
Hubbard Woods Park along Green Bay Road
Presented by the North Shore Art League
Saturday & Sunday
80 Artists
Deadline: February 2

Application fee $50  Booth fee $525 - $705

Located in Winnetka's Hubbard Woods Park, in the bustling design district, this fair generates large, enthusiastic art buyers. Winnetka is one of Chicago's most sought after northern suburbs located along the shores of Lake Michigan. The League's 95-year history and quality event reputation are apparent in all of the pre-show interest from artists and patrons. The show will be well promoted. Friendly and helpful staff will be on hand.

Enter this early show and get the summer started!

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Space in this boutique show will be limited giving you a great opportunity to stand out in the smaller venue. As a 501(c)(3) organization, the League is dedicated to bringing high quality arts experiences to its community through classes, workshops, exhibits, lectures and special events. NSAL also provides scholarships to graduating high school seniors who have shown excellence in the arts in high school.
 
Artist Testimonials:

"Once more, I want to say the show was awesome, the volunteers were very kind and available to me anytime, attendance was great and the ambiance was very beautiful. I really enjoyed exhibiting and hope to be in the show again next year. Please pass along my thanks to everyone."
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"We had a terrific weekend! Very helpful, 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."

"It's a quality show and a very engaging community."

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