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Call for Artists: 7th Annual Affordable Arts Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on May 18, 2018 at 7:00am

August 26

Littleton, Colorado

Campus of Arapahoe Community College
9AM - 3PM
160 Artists in 15 media categories
Deadline: May 30

Jury/Booth fees are $30/$225 for a single 10x15 booth.
Double Booths available.
Corners available ($75)

THE AFFORDABLE ARTS FESTIVAL IS CURRENTLY

RANKED #20 IN THE NATION BY THE ARTFAIR SOURCEBOOK!

We invite all artists to apply.

From the Director of the Denver Arts Festival, this 7^th year show promises to continue building on the successes of the last few years to the ever expanding art buying market in Denver. Proceeds from the gate go to the Arapahoe Community College Foundation and in the past 6 years we have raised over $75,000 for scholarships at the college. Be part of one of the fastest growing festivals in the country.

In 2017 our crowds continued to show their enthusiasm by showing up over four hours before the gates opened to get the best deals. Several of our top selling artists went over $20,000 and several artists completely sold out in less than 1 hour! These are great numbers for any show but the AAF is only 6 hours long!

This festival will grow every year since those art buyers who experience it bring friends with them the following year.

Our artists and their work are posted on the website so we invite you to see who has exhibited and the kind of work that is available. This is one festival where the artists and the customers all seem to have big smiles on their faces and energy created by the buying frenzy that happens the minute the gates open is contagious!

Still not sure what this show is about?

Please go to: www.AffordableArtsFestival.com/festivalfaq.html and listen to the 15 minute audio

Over $40,000 spent on the promotion of the event to the art-buying public on TV, radio, social media, press releases, magazines, social and other venues
Set up available on Saturday August 25^th (with overnight security) or in the morning of the 26^th
The festival is held outdoors in the large field on the campus which is highly visible from Santa Fe Drive where over 65,000 vehicles travel daily.

APPLY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6155

Email questions: jim@affordableartsfestival.com

Contact: Jim DeLutes, Director - 303-330-8237

Booth pictures at Three Rivers, State College, Shadyside and Fair in the Park

Posted by Larry Berman on May 16, 2018 at 5:30pm

Booth pictures at Three Rivers, State College, Shadyside and Fair in the Park. Besides booth pictures I can also photograph some artwork in your booth. Please call me for more information 412-401-8100.

I'll be walking Three Rivers both periods, handing out cards and offering to shoot booth pictures. I usually walk the show on Friday and Sunday each week. If anyone is interested in a booth picture, please give me a call. When you come to Pittsburgh I can also schedule a time for you to come to my house to photograph your artwork. When I shoot booth pictures, I also make suggestions on improving placement of items in the booth.

Last year I walked State College on the first day and I'll try to do it again. If you doing State College and want a booth picture, please give me a call.

Same goes for Shadyside in August and Fair in the Park in September.

I also have a set of gray Pro Panels for rent for Pittsburgh events.

Larry Berman
http://BermanGraphics.com
412-401-8100

Equipment free & for sale

Posted by Harry Mackie on May 16, 2018 at 5:18pm

Is this where we would post the equipment that we would like to give away and/or sell?

We are getting out of the casting business & consequently have a lot to sell - burn out furnace, wax injector, flasks and all relevant equipment. Pick up in Chicago area.

We have PVC tent weights to give away - all in the Chicago area.

Call for Artists: 54th Annual Craft + Design Show

Posted by Meg Mettler on May 16, 2018 at 7:00am

November 16, 17 & 18

Richmond, Virginia

Presented By: The Visual Arts Center of Richmond

120 Artists

Deadline: May 26

Application Fee: $45 Booth Fee: $975-$1225

Craft + Design 2018 will be held for the second year at Main Street Station's newly renovated train shed. This 100,000-square-foot space, built in 1901 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has been renovated as part of a $90 million effort to restore Main Street Station. Glass walls offer visitors panoramic views of downtown Richmond. Craft + Design is the signature event of the Visual Arts Center of Richmond, a community arts center in the heart of the city's historic Fan District.

The venue, which sits squarely in the middle of the Shockoe Design District, is highly visible from Richmond's I-95 corridor and accessible via train. Amtrak passengers from Washington, D.C. and beyond are able to debark and walk directly into Craft + Design. In 2017, over 6,000 people visited the booths of 120 artists.

Richmond gets regular shoutouts from top travel publications for its riverfront, its bike trails and its food scene. With more than 45 galleries, a world-class art museum and a reputation for avant-garde street art, one thing's for sure-Richmonders know art.

Awards are presented in ceramics, contemporary design, fiber, glass, innovative use of traditional craft materials, precious metals, and wood and recycled materials. The show also features a New Artist Award and Best Booth Design Award. The 2017 Elisabeth Scott Bocock Best in Show Award went to glass artist Robin Kittleson.

APPLY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6442

More Information: https://www.visarts.org/events/craft-design-show/

Contact: Lizzie Oliver lizzieoliver@visarts.org (804) 353-0094

Artisphere

Posted by Wallace Fuller on May 15, 2018 at 3:23pm

I am not Nels , but here goes. Friday 91 and late night rain. Saturday 94, Sunday 98, Hot and humid all weekend long., now for the good news. Sales were the best we have had in a long time and we had a great neighbor in the green thumbed Teri Causey and her delightful husband Lou who had great golf stories about Nels. Would love to do this show again.

Last Call for Artists: Downtown Festival & Art Show - 2 days to deadline

Posted by Connie Mettler on May 14, 2018 at 9:00pm

December 1 & 2
Gainesville, Florida
37th Annual Downtown Festival & Art Show
Presented by the City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs
204 Artists
Deadline: May 17

Application fee: $34

Booth fee: $299.25 (competitive); $273.75 (non-competitive)

A signature event on the North Florida cultural calendar, the Downtown Festival and Art Show is one of the nation’s premier outdoor fine arts festivals.

Since 1996, the Downtown Festival & Art Show has ranked among the top festivals in the nation and has steadily climbed in rankings in recent years. The Downtown Festival & Art Show has consistently ranked among the top 100 fine arts festivals in the nation by Sunshine Artist magazine. A local favorite, the art show attracts 80,000 people to this beloved two-day event.

Learn more:

www.gainesvilledowntownartfest.org

Apply: http://www.gainesville
downtownartfest.org/artist-application/

Call for Artists: Carroll Swayze Invitational Art Festivals

Posted by Meg Mettler on May 14, 2018 at 7:22am

November 24 & 25

Englewood, Florida

60 Artists

Deadline: May 28

You are invited to apply to the 2018 Englewood Bank Invitational Thanksgiving Art Festival

Thanksgiving is one of Englewood's busiest tourist weekends.Last years show was very successful and I am working harder than ever to make the 2018 Art Festival even better! The Englewood, Venice, Sarasota, Boca Grande, and Charlotte Harbor communities are full to capacity with wealthy home owners and art lovers who are always looking to add to their art collections.

The festival is invitational and is truly one of the best quality small art shows in Southwest Florida. This small well attended art show is run by artist Carroll Swayze and each year she works diligently to maximize publicity, advertising extensively to attract an educated art buying crowd so that every artist in the show will have a successful experience.

There will be an artists party and dinner with live music and dancing around the fire pit at the Carroll Swayze Studio after the show on Saturday night for those of you who want to relax and continue the tradition of artists' camaraderie the way it used to be when art shows were fun. Artists are also welcome to camp on the property, apply early for a reservation.

For more information please email Carroll Swayze at SwayzeArt@msn.com

Deadline for applications is Monday, May 28,2018

There are only 60 spaces and the show fills quickly as it is first come/first serve. The deadline is just a guideline. APPLY NOW!

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Call for Artists: 60th Chesterton Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on May 11, 2018 at 7:33am

August 4 & 5
Chesterton, Indiana
presented by the Chesterton Art Center
Dogwood Park
100 Artists
Deadline: May 15

Application fee: $30
Booth fee: $220.00 Single/Member; $270.00 Single/Non-Member; $395.00 Double/Member; $495.00 Double/Non-Member

This is the 60th year for the Chesterton Art Fair. The fair is widely advertised and draws attendees from all over the midwest and beyond. We are a half-way point for Chicagoans who weekend in Michigan and many make it a point to attend the fair. It is held in beautiful Dogwood Park, close to Interstates I-80 (Indiana Toll Road) and I-94, an hour from Chicago.

The grounds are beautiful, in a large established and well-maintained park. Added this year were permanent restrooms. Convenient parking for artists as well as fair-goers. Artists may unload and load up at their booth site.

Flat grounds, some shade tree areas, and covered shelters make this park a perfect venue for our well-established fair. Grounds are secure overnight as well during the day by paid local police.

Rounding out the activities are music part of each day, food trucks, local restaurants and non-profit groups offering ample food choices and children's art activities.

Marketing:

Our marketing plan includes social media, internet advertising, banner ads, direct mail, and print advertising, across the midwest. We'll be advertising special events and give-aways to celebrate our 60th anniversary.

Testimonials:

Randy Kimery, participating artist: "An excellent Art Fair to attend. Our first year there and we'll be back."

Zandra Ratcliff, attendee: "So much amazing art work to see. We enjoyed ourselves immensely. The artists are fun to talk to also. Very impressive!"

Learn more and apply: www.chestertonart.com

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Call for Artists: Funky Ferndale Art Fair

Posted by Connie Mettler on May 8, 2018 at 8:30pm

September 21-23

Ferndale, Michigan

Fri. 3pm-7pm; Sat. 10am-7pm;

Sun. 11am-5pm

120 artists

Deadline: May 16

Application fee: $25; Booth fees start at $355

Best for non-traditional work in all mediums, under $750, jewelry and fiber.

This show features art with an edge. The show draws an appreciative audience looking for funky and unusual artwork in all media categories. They are happy to spend money on art that they love.

Fashionable Ferndale's downtown is a thriving business community with distinctive boutiques and bistros. The lively atmosphere attracts young upwardly mobile professionals. This show is designed to provide a showcase for artists that have work that appeals to that group. As Detroit continues its comeback Ferndale becomes an even more desirable area.

A healthy advertising budget along with extensive marketing and news coverage brings out the art lovers.

Integrity Shows uses a 3 year jury rotation plan. Once accepted, artists can count on being in the show for 2 more years provided they submit an application by the deadline.

Learn more: www.FunkyFerndaleArtFair.com

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6040

Presented by Integrity Shows, info@integrityshows.com

Mark Loeb, Integrity Shows President, has been producing and consulting with events since 1982 in metro Detroit. In addition to these five events he consults with art fair and event organizers.

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Call for Artists: 2 Art Fairs in Fort Wayne, IN

Posted by Connie Mettler on May 8, 2018 at 4:02pm

Any possible chance you have an opening on the weekend of September 8 & 9?

Here are two opportunities with low overhead:

Fort Wayne Arts Festival at Jefferson Pointe
This will be year two at this popular upscale shopping center with many restaurants that is a community center for this affluent area of the city

Easy hours: Saturday, 10-6 (followed by a concert that will bring in buyers for the evening), Sunday noon-5.

The fair is run by veteran show organizer Teri Marquart.Amenities include an ongoing exhibitor hospitality suite; boxed lunch [Saturday only]; booth sitters; assistance with loading/unloading; and private security. Marketing consists of postcards [digital files available to artists]; email blasts; social media; local TV and radio; event calendars; and on-site banners.

Deadline: May 16. Application fee: $25; booth fee: $135

Learn more & apply: https://www.jeffersonshopping.com/events/
West Central Home and Garden Tour and ArtsFest
The ArtsFest is part of the highly anticipated home tour in a neighborhood that was placed on the National Historic Register in 1984, with leafy trees and an easy going vibe, where the neighbors show off their unique homes to old house lovers.

Easy set up, drive up to your booth. Short hours. Good food from food trucks. Cool place to spend the weekend.

No specific deadline: until full. Fee $50

Apply: http://www.westcentralhomeandgardentour.org/?page_id=28

Learn more about the neighborhood: http://www.westcentralhomeandgardentour.org/?page_id=9

I'm posting these here because of my personal interest in the events. I moved to Fort Wayne last fall and am a judge for the Fort Wayne Arts Festival and my new home is in the West Central neighborhood. If you do one of these shows I'd love the opportunity to meet you and will probably have a party on my front porch on Saturday night and you are invited. What do you think?

Call for Artists: Baltimore Fine Craft Show

Posted by Connie Mettler on May 8, 2018 at 7:10am

August 30 - September 2

Baltimore Convention Center

Deadline: May 15

Thursday, 12 pm-8 pm; Friday & Saturday, 11 am-7 pm;

Sunday, 11 am-6 pm

Deadline: May 15

Application fee: $35 Notification: May 20

The 3rd Annual Baltimore Fine Craft Show returns to the Baltimore Convention Center August 30-September 2 2018. This dedicated Fine Craft Section of Baltimore's 38th Annual Art, Antique and Jewelry Show is presented by the Palm Beach Show Group.

The Show will feature the nation's top contemporary craft artists, offering their latest celebrated works in a comfortable, indoor setting. Building on its 38 year run in Baltimore, the Art, Antique and Jewelry Show, with the added component of fine craft, will create the opportunity for creators of original art, specifically one-of-a-kind objects, to be exposed to a discriminating audience of collectors of fine objects.

Three jurors who are experts in the field and newly selected each year will choose the artists from a large pool of applicants. Previous exhibitors must re-apply each year. There is no quota for any category of Craft Art. The Show does not charge sales commissions.

Acceptable Media Categories:

Basketry, ceramics, decorative fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, paper, wearable art, and wood.

The Craft Show is committed to presenting the most thoughtful, original, and skilled American & International craft and design objects. The Baltimore Fine Craft Show is looking for one-of-a-kind and limited edition objects that have been conceived and perfected by the artist's own hands and created in the artist's studio.

Please note:
New technologies such as computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) that are used in the designing and making of a craft are acceptable, but not acceptable when these technologies are used to actually make the final product.

Repurposed materials, including found objects, are being used as art material to make some craft pieces. This is a desirable practice, and artists who incorporate repurposed materials are encouraged to specify this in their statements.

Apply: http://www.juriedartservices.com/index.php?content=event_info&event_id=1323

Learn more: http://www.baltimorefinecraft.com

Saint Louis Art Fair Jury Results

Posted by S Brian Berkun on May 7, 2018 at 4:00pm

Wow! Just got the results from the Saint Louis Art Fair. In addition to the rejection notice I got you can see how the jury scored the show for all 4 rounds THEN you can compare the results with the images/submissions of the various artists! (they only use numbers to identify the applications) Very useful as an educational tool. It is also interesting to read the various artist statements to get a feel for how others introduce their work. I always struggle with that 100 or 200 word limit.

Some very good artists got rejected in round three so I don't feel so bad! Wish other shows were as forthcoming with this kind of information, it could only make shows better I think.

Try this link: http://www.saintlouisartfair.com/jury-results.html

Call for Artists: 13th Annual NIC Fest

Posted by Meg Mettler on May 4, 2018 at 7:00am

June 8, 9 & 10

Casper, Wyoming

Presented By: The Nicolaysen Art Museum

73 Artists

Deadline: May 31

Application/Jury Fee: $35 Booth Fee: $400

NIC Fest is celebrating its 13th year in beautiful downtown Casper, Wyoming! This outdoor festival remains the leading showcase for artists in the northern Rocky Mountain Region. Energized by amazing live music, hands-on activities for the kids and great food, NIC Fest attracts more than 10,000 people.

This year, the event will coincide with the opening weekend of College National Finals Rodeo held in Casper, attracting visitors from around the country! Our mission is to collect, preserve, and exhibit the work of contemporary artists and present it to the community as a vital source of inspiration and education. Marketing:

We are marketing the event locally and regionally. We have billboards, cinema ads, flyers posted, social media posting and boosting, and more. We work with our sponsors and local businesses to get the word out about our beloved community event.

APPLY: http://thenic.org/events/nic-fest/

More Information: www.thenic.org
Contact: Dana Volney dana@thenic.org (307) 235-5247

Melbourne Art Festival—Show has some serious problems, hopefully they can be fixed.

Posted by Nels johnson on May 2, 2018 at 2:11pm

This show was last weekend. Melbourne is by the Intercoastal on the Atlantic Ocean in Florida.

The Show has been going on a long time, and until two years ago, it was always held on the streets in downtown. Right by all the bars and restaurants. It drew big crowds and they bought. They also had one of the largest Patron Purchase Awards system, over $100K pledged.

Then two years ago the show moved to a municipal park, northwest and miles away from downtown. I have done the show many times and always came home with a $3K-plus paycheck and a shitload of Patron ribbons.

This year was my first time doing it in the park.

Frankly, I think it sucks.

Did not even break $1K for the two days. Never saw even one patron carrying a ribbon.

The Show layout is troublesome.

Basically, this is two different shows.

If your booth is on the left side of the lake (west) you get surging crowds who steadily walk between the rows of booths that face the paved walkway. Customer parking is over here.

The live music is here. Consequently, this side did much better with sales.

Now, if you are on the right side of the lake(east) you do not have the same experience.

There is the same paved walkway as on the west side. But here is the catch.

on the one side of the walkway booths are at its edge with their front openings facing it.

But on the other side of the walkway, booths are setup almost sixty feet away.

So patrons have to make a serious detour and walk across shell and dirt to get to them.

I was in this area along with about 45 other booths.

Similiarly, further north of our area another 20 booths were set back like us. They died too.

We lost at least 50% of the crowd.

The Show needs to have all the booths equally set back from the paved path so everybody gets a good look.

Moving the show out of downtown has affected the quality of the crowd. When it was downtown we got the beach people, with money, to come and they bought.

In the park we have a different, cheap, low price point crowd. Some got pissed that I would dare to charge $30 for a 8x10 matted photo. Most would not even consider anything priced over $100. Sorry, but this show is attracting a bunch of tire-kickers with no taste.

I could go on, but it will just sound like sour grapes.

Stay away from this turkey until they figure out how to make it flow.

It is really sad to see a once great show sink to the depths of this one.

Call for Artists: 42nd Annual Cow Chip Arts and Crafts Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on May 2, 2018 at 7:00am

September 1
Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin
Marion Park
Presented By: River Arts Inc.
150 Artists
Deadline: May 15

Application Fee: $25 Booth Fee: $85

Over the years, the lighthearted tradition continues, and we welcome you to attend the 42nd annual Wisconsin State Cow Chip Throw and Festival! The Arts and Crafts Fair is part of this Festival, which sees over 40,000 people attend each year. This is one of the region's largest events, and we invite you to submit an application to be a part of it!

Only art and craft items of original design and handcrafted by the exhibiting artist may be at Cow Chip. Not allowed: buy sell items, consignment pieces, work made from kits/patterns, imported items, and food vendors.

New this year, we are using an online application system called ZAPP. No mailing discs of photos required! Artists can submit everything online through this system, and then use their same profile to apply to shows all over the country.

APPLY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=5860

More Information: https://www.riverartsinc.org/cow-chip/.

To learn more about River Arts Inc, please visit www.riverartsinc.org.

Contact: Kristina Coopman kcoopman@riverartsinc.org (608) 643-5215

WANTED Good Quality Pop-Up Tent With Sides...So ME, NH, Boston Area

Posted by brenda D'amato on April 30, 2018 at 2:27pm

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Dogwood Art Festival, Knoxville, Tennessee, April 27-29

Posted by margaret luttrell on April 30, 2018 at 10:30am

Well, most of you might be saying Wah? Never heard of this one...But there is something to be said for a small show in a town that has seen lots of revitalization in their downtown but not much art happening. This show has gone on for the last 35 years ( I believe) but has always been a mixed bag of art, soap and local jewelry. But It is changing. Yes, some of those items were still there... but there was a new upgrade to fine art that was appreciated and bought.

With about 90 artist scattered around the downtown Market Square Mall and a pretty area called Krutch Park, the crowds came in earnest. The food trucks ( and there were many options) were far enough away from the art that the art became center stage. Music played from a central stage with a mixed bag of entertainment and honestly, I was glad I wasn't too close to that area as it was pretty loud. On every block, there were varied street performers.

The weather was fabulous, the first three really nice warm days that brought the crowds out and with booth fee, 350 dollars, the show was well worth it. For those of us that have thought that the only way to reap rewards in this business is to do the Plaza's and the Cherry Creek's .....it's interesting to me how small town's and city's are getting more art savvy and want more options besides the two or three galleries that maybe are in town. Our business is on the upswing in places like this. They are spending money, lots of money and it's nice to see. Might be worth looking into shows similar...because I did great and I am becoming a major believer that sometimes you don't have to go cross country to get to a great show.

point of a wait list?

Posted by johnnie dobson on April 30, 2018 at 9:28am

anybody have any experience with show directors letting artists into a show who 1) havent even applied to the show which of course means that they didnt (or couldnt) jury in on their own merits and 2) blew by all those in same media who were on a wait list after jurying in. i dont know if ill get any responses due to potential blackballing but i myself have chosen to follow another path so maybe the question is moot. still bothers me though and am wondering how other artists handle this kind of situation

Call for Artists: 10th Annual Art In Bayfront Park

Posted by Meg Mettler on April 30, 2018 at 7:00am

August 18 & 19
Duluth, Minnesota
Bayfront Park on the beautiful shoreline of Lake Superior
150 Artists
Deadline: May 14

Application/Jury Fee: $25 Booth Fee: $300-$400

The 10th 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.

ARTIST AMENITIES:
NEW opportunity to stay in a University of Wisconsin-Superior dorm room for $20 - $30 per night! Only 9 minute drive to Bayfront Park. Convenient parking. Onsite overnight security Friday and Saturday nights. Booth sitter during fair hours. Artist demonstration opportunities. Overnight camping onsite with pre-approval.

* MARKETING: Local and regional advertising in print, online and radio.

* LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION: Bayfront Festival Park is located front and center of Duluth.

* EASY: 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.

APPLY: http://www.artinbayfrontpark.com

More Information: www.artinbayfrontpark.com

Contact: Heather Williams heatherwmpls@gmail.com (952) 473-6422

Any one have experience with Eurmax PREMIUM pop up canopy?

Posted by Jessica Curning-Kuenzi on April 27, 2018 at 9:17am

I'm looking to buy a Eurmax Premium pop up canapy with side walls. Can anyone give me any advice about if I should buy this tent or not. Thanks

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