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Stanley Arts Festival
Deadline to Apply is Friday May 3, 2019, Midnight MST
Event Dates: September 7-8, 2019
Where: The Stanley Marketplace, Colorado. An adaptive reuse aviation facility and one of the most popular venues for people to eat, drink, shop, and play on the border of east Denver and Aurora.
Highlights:
 About the Stanley Arts Festival:
CherryArts presents the 2019 Stanley Arts Festival, Saturday & Sunday September 7- 8. The Stanley Arts Festival will be a celebration of art and local flavor paired with creative experiences. Brought to you by the same team that produces the Cherry Creek Arts Festival and year-round art education programs throughout Colorado.
Now entering its 5th year, the event will feature 90 juried artist exhibitors and take place outdoors on the runway and indoors of the Stanley Marketplace facility throughout the weekend. This festival brings together artists and community members in one of the most popular venues for people to eat, drink, shop, and play in the Denver metro area.
This event is frequented by affluent younger families and excited art buyers. The surrounding Stapleton neighborhood is comprised of the 10th best-selling master-planned community in the United States and houses over 19,000 residents with an average family income above $112,000.
CherryArts is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization providing access to art experiences and arts education in Colorado since 1991.
Apply Now at: www.zapplication.org
Application Deadline: Friday May 3, 2019, Midnight MST
For more information: Visit http://stanleyartsfestival.org/
Artists will be notified: Friday May 31, 2019
Booth Fee Due: Friday July 12, 2019
Last Day to Cancel and Receive 90% Booth Fee Refund: Friday July 19, 2019
Show Hours: 10am-5pm, Saturday & Sunday September 7- 8, 2019 (Hours Subject to Change)
 Questions: Email Hello@cherryarts.org
Website & Social Media:
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Well, this happened at end of March, I am a little late, because I had to make 600 pieces of art for my next three shows, and Bayou is one. Then I have Main Street Fort Worth and Mainsail.
I am blogging at a sushi bar, a good one, outside of Shreveport enroute to Ft. Worth, hereafter called FW.
Bayou is a tough show to call.
For many it can be a big winner. Especially if you have high-priced items.
If you sell in the lower, $30-$300 price range, then this show was a loser this year. Mind you, last year I made double this year, in those price points. The rich grow richer.
I have done this show over ten times. It is a long run from central Florida, easily 1200 miles.
Most years it has been acceptable to go that distance. But it can be off in many years, and this one was one.
I have blogged this show many times, so go back to them about the basic guts of the show. Know that you can turn down on Monday.
That said, on with the show.
I am getting older after doing shows for 47 years.
Formerly, I would drive 12 hours from Tampa to Lafayette, LA the first day. Stay at a Red Roof, eat either at Preajeans or the Blue Dog, Both real, authentic Cajun restaurants.
This year I gave into age.
I made it to Pensacola in seven hours from NSB, I live on the Atlantic now, go figure where this is, hint, right below Daytona.
Stay at the Baymont Inn, go eat at the Fish House. Life is good, and the fish is even better.
Then, I made it to Beaumont,TX in another seven hours. Found a great liquor store, got some Knob Creek
and then went into a great Cajun restaurant.
Next day, I was into Houston in a hour in one half.
Checked in, and was setting up at 10 am.
Took my time.
This a three day show.
When I got done I headed back to our hotel, where Check-in is also. Hampton Inn, great rate and a bus
ride to the show every day.
So for years I had spotted this restaurant called Bubbas. Always wondered what it was about. Finally went in.
Well, shit on a brick, I had the most important alcoholic revelation of my life time.
For you loyal followers, let us call this portion a Tequila Report. For the rest of ya, lazy-up and do some research on MY past blogs. There is a lot of treasure there.
On with the Tequila Report.
”How I met the most amazing bartender, ever, who can do magic tricks with multiple bottles of beer.
There!
Gotcha.
So I went into a Bubbas after setting up. I just wanted something cold and a little snack.
I was meeting Vic for dinner, so I just needed a little snack, with a libation.
Up walks my historic bartender.
I do not remember her name, but she was ample.
I ordered, one lowly beer and some food.
Next I know a pile of thirsty patrons rode in.
Then, I saw history happen.
She got an order for four bottled beers.
She picked them out of the ice and pressed them against her ample bosom.
She took the bottle capper and went—pop, pop, pop, pop,! All in one second.
It was electrifying.
The another order came in and she did it again.
I make her to be the Wyatt Earp of Houston, Texas.
Regulars tell me they come in here all afternoon just to watch her beerly-eruptions.
Well, for me, that became the high point of this whole show.
I made 59% less then last year. Bummer.
During The Show I saw at least 60 high priced 2-d pieces go by me in the $3-$10000 range.
High priced art sold here, Houston has big walls.
Weather was a factor here and it kept the crowds down.
Oh well, I have Fort Worth this week, and it has never been a let-down yet.
Pray for me. I need Devine intervention.
We all know it is all about the marketing. I'm on a bunch of show's mailing lists so I receive PR regularly. An art fair that has great communication skills is Artisphere in Greenville, S.C. I'm posting their latest email to inspire other show organizers.
Seems they haven't missed a thing. Right? Can you show me another show's emails that are as good?
October 4 - 6
Waterford, Virginia
Presented By: Waterford Foundation
125 Artists
Deadline: April 16
Application Fee: $30; Booth Fee: $500 and up
The fair takes place in the National Historic Landmark village of Waterford. Streets are closed. Both indoor and outdoor space is available.
The 15,000+ visitors who attend annually enjoy strolling through the streets, touring homes, learning about the artisans and their work and purchasing their wares. Fair organizers cater to all artistic preferences and budgets of the attendees. The result is a tasteful selection of juried high-quality, handmade products in twelve (12) media categories.
Founded in 1733, Waterford is situated in western Loudoun County - DC's wine country. For the 10th year in a row, Loudoun County, Virginia, has been named the No. 1 county in America for median household income, this year coming in at $134,464, according to U.S. Census Bureau reports. The second highest rated county, Fairfax, is our easterly neighbor.
Over the years, artisans have come to appreciate the warmth of the Waterford welcome and the support they receive from our well-educated and loyal clientele, villagers and volunteers. Many stay with local residents, forgoing hotels and the associated expenses.
New this year:
We are accepting contemporary artisans! Works eligible for exhibition and sale include traditional and contemporary basketry, clay, fiber/textile, heritage foods, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media/other, paper and wood.
Marketing Plan:
Our marketing campaign is extensive. Working with a PR firm that specialized in large events, our promotions cover the Mid-Atlantic region and includes but are not limited to the following:
* Radio coverage in both the DC Metro and Western Virginia/Eastern West Virginia areas
* Promotional displays in all 11 Virginia State Welcome Centers
* Social media coverage for general event and individual artisans' promotion
* Email campaign to over 14,000 Foundation members and area residents
* Ticket sales promoted through Eventbrite and Wegmans Stores
* TV promos on local DC metro area stations
* Newspapers, magazine and online advertising (Wash Post, TripAdvisor, Virginia Living, AAA, etc.)
* "Save the Date" cards sent to artisan as jpeg/pdf for own use promoting to their customer base
* Poster and rack card distribution to county businesses including 45+ wineries and breweries
* 75' banner on Dulles Greenway (toll) and 10' sign at village entrance; daily exposure 20,000+ drivers
* Collaboration with Visit Loudoun and the Virginia Tourism Corporation to further our reach
Testimonials:
"I drove 1,680 miles round trip to participate in the 2018 74th Annual Waterford Fair and I can say without hesitation, it was worth every mile. The autumn season is a popular time for fairs, but this is the one you want to be at.
The historic town of Waterford provides the perfect backdrop, and the show organizers and volunteers could not have been more accommodating and professional. Visitors were plentiful, sophisticated, and enthusiastic spenders, and host a kid's activity and offering live artisan demonstration at the booth drove traffic, definitely increase sales, and created an energy, excitement, and level of engagement with the visitors that few shows can match. The caliber of artist was impressive, and our neighboring artisans couldn't have been more professional, supportive during set-up and show hours, and fun to be with; we left with new friends, and promises to return next year.
As Artists, our time and resources are limited, so we need to pick shows carefully, but this is a pick that pays-off. Great venue, great people, great exposure, great energy, and strong sales. Hope to be back next year, and hope to see you there!" from a Galena, IL based artisan."
The Waterford Fair is open to demonstrating artisans who produce fine goods, crafted using materials and tools traditionally used in America in the 18th and 19th centuries. Goods may be traditional or contemporary in style. We are looking for both seasoned and innovative, young artisans. All work must be original in concept and design and be made and displayed by the artisan. All displayed work must be for sale, with prices clearly marked. Artisans may also take orders for works but must work directly with purchaser.
More Information: waterfordfairva.org
August 3 & 4Detroit, Michigan
Belle Isle
Belle Isle
Sat. 10am-7pm; Sun. 11am-5pm
100 artists
Deadline: April 22, midnight EST
Application fee: $25; Booth fees start at $355
One of the countries most beautiful art fairs on an iconic island park across from an amazing fountain. Held on beautiful Belle Isle State Park near downtown Detroit, the show attracts people
from all over the region that love the ambience.The Belle Isle Art Fair attracts a large diverse audience from the city and beyond. The audience is a mix of suburbanites and city dwellers with the budget and appreciation to buy art. Popular for both traditional and some edgier work. All price points do well.
Belle Isle is a beautiful island State Park in the Detroit River. Tens of thousands of people come out on summer weekends. The show is near the entry bridge across from the stunning Scott Fountain, with ample parking nearby.
Learn more: www.BelleIsleArtFair.com
September 6 & 7Indianapolis, Indiana
Sponsored by the Penrod Society
350-375 Artists
Deadline: May 3rd
Application Fee:
$30/$45; (extra $15 fee for Evening with Penrod participation)
$30/$45; (extra $15 fee for Evening with Penrod participation)
Space fee: (10' x 10') $325; double booths (10' x 20') $650; gallery booths (10' x 20') $900
Please join The Penrod Society on Saturday, September 7, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET, at Newfields, A Place for Nature & The Arts at the Indianapolis Museum of Art in Indianapolis, Indiana, for the 53rd annual Penrod Arts Fair!
The Penrod Arts Fair is an Indianapolis institution and a tradition cherished by patrons and exhibitors alike as one of the largest and best single-day, outdoor art fairs. Come join us this fall, and see why the Penrod Arts Fair is truly "Indiana's Nicest Day!"
A select number of interested applicants will be invited to participate in our seventh annual "Evening with Penrod" event, which features artists booths, local food, beverages, and performing art. "Evening with Penrod" will take place in the 
Yellow artist area of the Fair grounds the night before the Fair, Friday, September 6, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. ET. Evening with Penrod patrons will wind their way through the Yellow artist area before ending inside the Indianapolis Museum of Art.
Yellow artist area of the Fair grounds the night before the Fair, Friday, September 6, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. ET. Evening with Penrod patrons will wind their way through the Yellow artist area before ending inside the Indianapolis Museum of Art.
Saturday, July 13Fenton, Michigan
Presented By: Southern Lakes Parks Recreation
75 Artists
Deadline: April 13
Application Fee: $10 Booth Fee: $40
Fenton ArtWalk will take place along Leroy Street in beautiful and historic downtown Fenton, Michigan.
Providing a day of art, entertainment and fun to Fenton and the surrounding areas. We are in our 9th year of the Fenton ArtWalk and working on improving the quality of artisans and entertainment every year.
New this year: We have adjusted our hours (10am-7pm) and will be making major improvements for our set up time and procedures.
We will be sharing our event on our website, social media, television, billboards, and printed material.
For more information, please visit www.slpr.net and find ArtWalk under the Events Tab.
APPLY: http://www.slpr.net
Email Address: FentonArtWalk@slpr.net
September 27 - 29
Decatur, Alabama
Presented By: River Clay Foundation
75 Artists
Deadline: April 3
Notification Date: April 20
Application Fee: $35 Booth Fee: $150
APPLY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=7478
Located in the beautiful Tennessee Valley, Decatur, Alabama is a burgeoning arts community whose City Hall campus is surrounded by Alabama's largest Victorian historic district and a picturesque, revitalized downtown complete with numerous bistros, restaurants and unique retail boutiques. The city of Decatur is conveniently located midway between Nashville and Birmingham. You'll find Huntsville, home of NASA, Redstone Arsenal and numerous technology/engineering firms boasts the highest per-capita level of education and income in Alabama, just 25 minutes to the east.
Now in it's 5th year, the River Clay Fine Arts Festival remains a big hit with artists and collectors in the venerable Southeast fine art festival schedule! Our past participating artists reported great sales, exceptional organization and unparalleled volunteer assistance.
New for 2019:
We're eagerly anticipating the opening of the new Cook Museum of Natural Science in June. Located directly across the street from River Clay, the multi-million dollar Cook Museum is expected to bring in several hundred thousand visitors per year and we're expecting additional traffic for River Clay.
We're eagerly anticipating the opening of the new Cook Museum of Natural Science in June. Located directly across the street from River Clay, the multi-million dollar Cook Museum is expected to bring in several hundred thousand visitors per year and we're expecting additional traffic for River Clay.
Marketing:
The majority of our River Clay budget is used in marketing this festival. Our support system includes the City of Decatur, the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, the Decatur/Morgan County Convention and Visitors Bureau, Decatur Downtown Redevelopment Authority, the Carnegie Visual Arts Center, McComm Group, EatDecatur (restaurant association), Athens State University, Alabama Center for the Arts, Calhoun Community College, numerous local industry and corporate entities allowing the award-winning* professional River Clay marketing team to aggressively promote this event.
* Awarded an American Advertising Federation North Alabama Gold ADDY Award in 2016 and named the Decatur Morgan County Tourism Event of the Year for 2018.
Testimonial:
Very professionally run from application, to set up, to load out. The artists are appreciated with an exceptional party with patrons, not to mention they provide us lunches! The art is exceptional, and show is well balanced... they appreciate fine art and artists! ... Roger Poer, Designs by R & R
Artist Amenities:
- Indoor restrooms for artists
- Air-conditioned hospitality center (water, snacks, swag bag, etc.)
- Artist helpline/liasons
- Booth sitters available
- Breakfast and lunch, both Saturday and Sunday for artist and one assistant
- Easy check in, volunteer help for load-in and load-out
- Close, free parking
- Tax booth on site
- Artists will have an active link from the River Clay site to their artist website and will also be provided with information to drive customers to their booth
APPLY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=7478
More Information: https://www.riverclay.org
September 21 - 22
Naperville, Illinois
Presented By: Naperville Art League
APPLY TODAY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=7034
10am - 5pm
135 Artists
Deadline: April 1
Notification Date: May 12
Jury Fee $35 until 3/26; $65 3/26 to 4/1; Booth Fee $450, 10 x 12
We invite you to apply to our juried art exhibition and sale, which is held along the renowned Naperville Riverwalk and downtown city streets. The Riverwalk, considered to be one of the most beautifully maintained park grounds in the Midwest, features plants, trees, fountains and covered bridges along side a winding brick walkway. This paved path is a natural showcase for many of the sculptures and artwork commissioned by Naperville's Century Walk committee. As the focal point of downtown Naperville, it is a delightful setting for a Fine Art Fair. Visitors travel from far and near to enjoy the splendor of the riverwalk and the quaint restaurants and shops in downtown Naperville. On the third weekend in September we add to the ambiance with an outstanding display of the finest in visual arts.
The Riverwalk Fine Art Fair is in the center of a sophisticated, art conscious community, with highly educated, affluent patrons. The show is heavily promoted through newspaper features and inserts, billboards, posters, and paid advertising. Thousands of postcards are sent to previous and potential buyers and an estimated 74,000 festival goers attend this highly anticipated show.
Amenities:
- Best of Show Award: One recipient receives $1,000 cash award and an invitation to return in 2019.
- Awards of Excellence: Ten artists will receive a $250 cash award (based on the highest average scores of our judges) and an invitation to return in 2020.
- Honorable Mention Awards: Four artists will receive a $100 cash award (based on judges' scores) and an invitation to return in 2020.
- Artists are invited to set up on Friday any time after 11:00 am. If an artist would like to set up earlier than 11:00 am, please call the show director and special arrangements will be made.
- Artist Reception: All participants are invited to the artist reception and award presentation on Saturday, September 21.
- Complimentary continental breakfast for artists on Saturday and Sunday.
- Estimated attendance of over 70,000.
- Overnight security officers patrol the park on Friday and Saturday.
- Electricity is available in limited areas at no extra charge. Artist must indicate the need in the application. Determination will be made on a winning artist/returning artist/new artist priority.
- Roving and on-demand booth sitters are available to assist the artists.
- Delivered box lunches available for purchase on both days.
- Complimentary bottled water for artists.
- Unlimited complimentary invitation postcards.
- Marketing materials feature artwork from select, accepted artists.
- Booth sign identifying artist, category, city and state.
- Promotional Riverwalk Fine Art Fair booklet distributed to over 40,000 homes and businesses listing artists and their mediums, to include color images, booth map and helpful information for festival goers.
- Food lines for "artists only" at food vendors.
- Curb-side unloading and loading on main street.
- Roomy booths with storage space behind them and some with space on both sides.
- Artist-only parking close to the fair during show plus reserved overnight parking for large vehicles and trailers. We will keep you updated!
- A strong volunteer staff dedicated to making the Riverwalk Fine Art Fair an artist's favorite show.
APPLY TODAY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=7034
More Information: http://www.napervilleartleague.com/rfaf.html
August 17 & 18
Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania
Presented By: Pennsylvania Chautauqua
260 Artists
Deadline: April 1; Notification: May 31
Application Fee: $25 Booth Fee: $380 - $760
The show is held on the streets and in the wooded parks of Mount Gretna, a summer resort community.
Named as a Sunshine Artist Top 200 Show.
Each year on the third weekend in August, the Pennsylvania Chautauqua, a non-profit organization, established in 1892 for the purpose of advancement and promotion of cultural activities, the arts and entertainment, sponsors an art show.
As many as 18,000 festival-goers will plan on enjoying a weekend of art, crafts, entertainment and gourmet food, all "under the trees of old Chautauqua." The show includes an Emerging Artists' area, a Kid's Art Show, Theatre for Young Audiences, musicians and strolling performers.
As many as 18,000 festival-goers will plan on enjoying a weekend of art, crafts, entertainment and gourmet food, all "under the trees of old Chautauqua." The show includes an Emerging Artists' area, a Kid's Art Show, Theatre for Young Audiences, musicians and strolling performers.
In the summertime under the cool shade of the trees of Old Chautauqua, color and creativity explode. The quiet of the forest is broken with the sounds of music and laughter. The cottages are alive with conversation as friends and families celebrate the summer. Rocking, talking, sharing the treasures they have found at the Mount Gretna Outdoor Art Show.
For additional information, please visit www.mtgretnaarts.com
July 20 & 21Lake Zurich, Illinois
Presented by: D & W Events, Inc.
60 Artists
Deadline: April 4
Notification Date: April 9
Application Fee: $20 Booth Fee: $250
This is a 2nd-year show in beautiful Paulus Park at 200 South Rand Road directly adjacent to the lake. The park has paved walkways and shade. There are restaurants and shopping across the street.
In addition to our wonderful and talented artists, there will be live music, hands-on kids art, and food vendors. The location is closer to the parking lot so artists cart less. Food vendors, in addition to the beach hut, will be on site.
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Painting by Peter Thaddeus
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Online ads in Google, Facebook, Daily Herald, and all Chicagoland and Illinois calendars. Radio ads on WBEZ and WNUR.
Testimonials:
This has the potential to be an amazing show, look at this setting and you (D & W Events, promoter) are so organized it's a pleasure to do your shows.
Thank you for removing the buy/sell metal artist. And, thank you for running a great show.
Jury Process:
Contact: Debra Netter dwevents@comcast.net (847) 726-8669Online jury, Zapp. 4 images required including 1 current booth set up.
If artist doesn't have a booth image, please contact promoter.
More Information: http://www.dwevents.org
November 22, 23 & 24 Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Benton Convention Center
Patron's Preview: Fri. 6:00pm-9pm
Sat. 10am-6pm; Sun. 12pm-5pm
Sat. 10am-6pm; Sun. 12pm-5pm
Presented by: Piedmont Craftsmen
110 exhibiting artists
Deadline: April 4
Application fee: $25; Booth fee: starts at $650
Piedmont Craftsmen is a Juried Fine Craft Guild that has represented and supported Fine Craft Artists since 1963. Artists jurying for Piedmont Craftsmen's Fair are applying for lifetime membership in a Guild with a year-round gallery in downtown Winston-Salem, and strong Exhibition and Education programs.
The event is promoted to and attended by an audience that includes Charlotte and Raleigh as well as North Carolina's Piedmont Triad. Fair visitors also come from South Carolina and southern Virginia.
Promotions include print advertising (newspaper and glossy monthlies), radio, direct mail, billboards, social media; television, national, statewide and regional news releases to print and broadcast media; valued at roughly $80,000.
Artist Amenities: booth sitting, artist rates at several hotels, loading dock managers, 2 Preview Party guest passes, up to 4 day passes
Booth fee: starts at $625 for a 10x10 booth, includes pipe and drape and electricity. 50% due with contract, balance by September 19.
- Reported Exhibitor sales at the Fair over the past several years have averaged over $3,100.
- Piedmont Craftsmen has a large and loyal customer base for our annual Fair and our Year-Round Gallery in the heart of Winston-Salem's Downtown Arts District.
- The Gallery/Shop, which only sells work by juried exhibiting members, welcomes between 13,000 and 15,000 visitors annually and has averaged more than $200,000 in sales over the past four years. Piedmont Craftsmen has an active community education program, including long and short term artist residencies in the public schools, and partnerships with Habitat for Humanity and the Sawtooth School for Visual Art.
Our Fair Exhibitors and members say:Good treatment of the artists...helpful set up and breakdown...You all do a fantastic job...
The annual Fair is outstanding and could be in any large city anywhere in the world...
They will do whatever they can to help you as an artist because they are there to help artists...one of the top galleries in the southeast...
They get my "Good Housekeeping seal of approval" for craft artists... a history of attracting top craftsmen who continue evolving...
Learn more: www.piedmontcraftsmen.org
9 Oatmeal PRO PANELS plus Oatmeal Desk.
Adjustable feet
2 stabilizer bars
Only used once, in great condition.
$1000.
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Trimline Canopy with extended telescoping poles for Gallery height exhibits.
$1000
Only used once.
Anyone interested I’ll be at the Cedar Key Arts Festival ‘this weekend, and at the Spring Arts Festival in Gainesville FL next weekend, April 6/7th
I can bring Panels and or Canopy to the show, or can be picked up at my home here in Gainesville FL.
please feel free to call my home at 352-373-6242.
Thanks Brian
August 17 & 18 Duluth, Minnesota
Bayfront Park
150 Artists
Deadline: May 13
Notification Date: May 20
Application Fee: $25 Booth Fee: Single 12' wide x 10' $300; Corners add $100; Electrical add $25; Trailer onsite add $50; Camping add $25 per night
The 11th annual Art in Bayfront Park is a two-day art fair located on the beautiful Duluth lakefront. Art lovers find quality work from local and regional artist. Work includes jewelry, painting, photography, ceramics, metalwork, glass and more. Expected attendance is 10,000.
Convenient parking. Onsite overnight security Friday and Saturday nights. Booth sitter during fair hours. Artist demonstration opportunities. Overnight camping onsite with pre-approval. Easy load-in and load-out with drive up access to most locations. Some space allow for trailers to remain behind booths. Booth set-up available Friday afternoon. 12' wide x 10' booth space with ample storage behind spaces.
MARKETING: Local and regional advertising in print, online and radio.
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION: Bayfront Festival Park is located front and center of Duluth.
SPECIAL OFFER
Stone Arch Bridge Festival artists will receive an automatic invite and acceptance with NO jury fee to participate in Art in Bayfront Park! If you are accepted to the Stone Arch Bridge Festival, and want to participate in Art in Bayfront Park your jury fee for Art in Bayfront Park will be applied towards your booth fee.
Festival Favorite Awards:
- $100 reward in each category
- Automatic acceptance into the 2020 Art in Bayfront Park Art Fair.
- Application fee waived for the 2020 art fair.
- Marketing and publicity during and after the event.
More information: www.artinbayfrontpark.com
Contact: Heather Williams heatherwmpls@gmail.com 952-473-6422
June 15 & 16Minneapolis, MN
10am-5pm
Presented By: Stone Arch Bridge Festival
250 Artists
Deadline: April 10
Application Fee: $25 Booth Fee: $350 - $475
Located along the beautiful Minneapolis Riverfront stretching from the foot of the Stone Arch Bridge to Hennepin Avenue.
Third largest public festival in Minnesota with a strong 25-year history the Stone Art Bridge Festival is a platform for artists to sell, share inspiration and receive recognition for their fine arts and crafts. Fun and festive environment for attendees. Valuable and high-profile platform for artists.
Marketing plan includes major media partners the Star Tribune, City Pages and 3 radio stations.
Testimonials
- My wife and I do a little over 40 events throughout the year and this show will more than likely be in our top five shows this year and was our #3 for last year.
- We appreciate this show and the people that come out for it! We wouldn't miss it for anything!
APPLY and more Information: http://www.stonearchbridgefestival.com
Contact: Heather Williams heatherwmpls@gmail.com (952) 473-6422
September 7 & 8
Wausau, Wisconsin
120 Artists
Presented By: Wausau Festival of Arts, Inc.
Deadline: March 31
Application Fee: $40
Booth Fee: $160 - $210
Booth Fee: $160 - $210
The Wausau Festival of Arts, part of Wausau's ARTRageous Weekend, is now in our 55th year. We are a well-established, beautifully run event hosting 120+ juried artists in 11 different types of media. This festival takes place outdoors along Third Street and on the 400 Block in Wausau's Downtown River District Shopping Neighborhood, recently named one of seven Wisconsin Cities with can't-miss shopping experiences by TravelWisconsin.com. Also voted "Best Fall/Winter Annual Event" by the City Pages.
In addition to the art, approximately 20,000 patrons enjoy live entertainment on the hour at two different stages, various local and charitable food stands, as well as a family art tent with hands-on projects and kid-friendly entertainment. Additionally, there is a Young Collectors' Market and Scholarship Silent Auction.
New this year: an expanded Still Young at Art. Free make-and-take art classes where adult students learn a specific technique taught by local artists with a variety of media including, paper, pastels, fiber, and watercolor.
Marketing:
Advertisement and marketing includes: newspaper, TV, radio, social media, state and regional wide publications, and online advertising. The juried show features fine art and fine craft artists from around the US and beyond. This year's marketing theme is "Tree of Art."
Testimonials:
From artists answering an anonymous survey:
- "Best sales ever! Once again fabulous event; so honored to be a part of this event. THANKS!!"
- "The volunteers are abundant and very helpful!"
- "Great show and outstanding customers!"
More Information: www.wausaufoa.org
Image by Michelle Lundgren
Can you show us a better one? Upload below.
Actually, the deadline has changed on the image above. It is now April 15.
August 10 & 11
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Presented By: Wisconsin Designer Council 
150 Artists
Deadline: April 2
Notification Date: April 19
Application Fee: $35 Booth Fee: $325-790
New: This well established show is moving to the plaza in front of Fiserv Forum in the heart of Milwaukee's entertainment district. Fiserv Forum is the new home of the NBA Milwaukee Bucks. The 76,000 sq ft plaza is located at 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave. in the bustling north end of downtown Milwaukee. The vibrant surrounding area provides the best in Milwaukee dining and entertainment. The plaza's flat, even concrete and paver brick surface provide for easy tent setup and visitor strolling. This is a popular destination that should be attractive to art buyers.
The fair is open to any and all artists 18 years or older working in ceramics, digital art, fiber wearable, fiber non-wearable, glass, jewelry metal, jewelry non-metal, leather, metal, mixed media, painting and all associated 2D media, photography, printmaking, sculpture or wood.
New This Year:
* Our NEW VENUE is the plaza in front of Fiserv Forum in downtown Milwaukee
* Our media categories now include PAINTING AND ASSOCIATED 2D MEDIA
* To reflect these changes, our name is now MORNING GLORY ART FAIR
Testimonials:
- "I rate Morning Glory in my top 5 shows over the past 5 years."
- "You have a quality show with educated art buyers. Your volunteers were EXCELLENT! Keep up the great work!"
- "This was a very successful show for me. The patrons at this show appreciated my type of work and relative to others shows, I sold a lot."
- "I have a following, and the quality of the art is very good - the customer is there to purchase."
Contact: Beth Hoffman bethhoffman@wi.rr.com (262) 894-0038
June 8 & 9
Flint, Michigan
Presented By: Friends of Modern Art 
150 Artists
Deadline: April15
Application Fee: $25 Booth Fee: $250
The friendliest art fair in Michigan! The 52nd Annual Flint Art Fair is a juried fine art and fine craft fair held on the lawn of the Flint Institute of Arts in the heart of the beautiful Flint Cultural Center. All artists and fine craft persons are invited to apply.
Invited artists enjoy one of the most hospitable festival locations anywhere. The 10' x 10' booth spaces are grassy with ample storage space behind each booth. Coffee and donuts are available Saturday and Sunday morning in the Artist Hospitality area. Our Hospitality team of experienced volunteers is available to provide artists with short breaks, and complimentary bottled water is available to artists at any time during the fair. We provide easy check-in and checkout procedures with drive-up access to your booth for set-up and breakdown. Parking is free and we have 24-hour security during the fair. Booth rental is $250 per space; double spaces and corner spaces may be requested for additional fees.
+ Local and regional print and outdoor advertisements including billboards
+ Local television and cable marketing
+ Local radio including on-air interviews
+ Listing on local and relevant event calendars
+ 400 posters and 3,500 postcards distributed around the greater Genesee County area
+ Social media promotion including Facebook & Twitter, reaching tens of thousands
+ Listing on Flint Institute of Arts' website
+ Event marketing duration is approximately one month
FLINT ART FAIR has been voted the #1 favorite summer event in Michigan by M-Live, rated one of the most "Artist Friendly" venues in the state, and one of the 50 best fairs in the country by Sunshine Artist Magazine.
APPLY: http://www.flintartfair.org
More Information: www.flintartfair.org
Contact: Tracey Stewart, contact@flintartfair.org, (810) 237-7303
Contact: Tracey Stewart, contact@flintartfair.org, (810) 237-7303
