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Call for Artists: Broad Ripple Art Fair - Last Call!

Posted by Meg Mettler on January 16, 2020 at 7:40am

May 16 & 17

Indianapolis, Indiana

Indianapolis Art Center grounds

Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

175 Artists

Deadline: January 19

Application fee: $35 Booth fee: 12' x 12' $400

Now celebrating its 50th year, the Indianapolis Art Center's OneAmerica Broad Ripple Art Fair attracts an average of 16,000 visitors and offers an opportunity for the public to meet 175 fine art & craft artists from the U.S. and Canada.

The OneAmerica Broad Ripple Art Fair is located on the grounds of the Indianapolis Art Center, designed by Hoosier Architect Michael Graves, and its 9-acre ARTSPARK, plus the adjacent North Side Optimists Opti-Park, a recreational park. Located in the Broad Ripple Village Cultural District - a cultural arts, shopping, night club, and dining district - the Indianapolis Art Center is next to the popular Monon Trail urban greenway.

The OneAmerica Broad Ripple Art Fair is a gated event ($13 pre-sale and $15 day of) that is the largest annual fundraiser for the Indianapolis Art Center, a non-profit community arts organization. Income from the OneAmerica Broad Ripple Art Fair is used to support our Outreach Department, year-round classes, exhibitions, lectures and workshops that promote the creation and appreciation of art.

About Your Show:


	Kimberly Rorick/Painterly Pots

Extensive advertising and promotion worth at least $30,000.00
Booth Sitter Text Hotline; get a friendly booth sitter right when you need one!
Overnight Roving Security (Indianapolis Police Department)
Friday Night Preview Party for select areas
Saturday and Sunday Artist and Volunteer breakfast
Food Line passes; get to the front of any line, so you don't miss a sale!
Warm and professional staff dedicated to the arts

Jurying for Awards will take place on Saturday, May 18th. During the Fair, an independent on-site juror will judge booths and award cash and re-invite prizes totaling $2,000. Award-winners will be re-invited to the 2020 OneAmerica Broad Ripple Art Fair.

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=8024

More information: https://www.indplsartcenter.org/braf
Contact: Jo Banister jbanister@indplsartcenter.org
(317) 255-2464 ext. 2490

Call for Artists: 24th Annual Bay Harbor Arts Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 14, 2024 at 6:00am

July 20 & 21, 2024
Bay Harbor, Michigan
Village at Bay Harbor Marina Lawns
Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm
80 Artists
Deadline: April 1, 2024

Application fee: $40/Booth fee starts at $200

The Bay Harbor Arts Festival takes place in one of the most beautiful venues in northern Michigan. Set upon five miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, and the deep water harbor of Bay Harbor Lake on our Marina lawns, it is a truly spectacular backdrop for the artists and patrons alike.

The Bay Harbor Arts Festival is a lovely, "boutique" feel event with a variety of fabulous fine juried artists, as well as non-juried artisan market. Juried Cash Awards go to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. There is also live music during the two day event, as well as kids activities and enjoyment for the entire family.

The Arts Festival will be held in the Village at Bay Harbor on the waterfront lawns, Saturday, July 20th and Sunday, July 21st, 2024.

For more information:
www.bayharbor.com/event-detail/bay-harbor-arts-festival

Contact: Michelle Denise mdenise@bayharbor.com

Call for Artists: Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen Fall Fine Craft Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on January 17, 2024 at 6:00am

September 28 & 29, 2024
Oaks, Pennsylvania
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
Saturday 10am-6pm & Sunday 10am-5pm
90 Artists
Deadline: March 3, 2024

Application fee: $30/Booth fee starts at $270

The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center is a new venue for the PA Guild, and we are excited to spend the weekend in this comfortable, climate-controlled space offering many amenities for our artists and patrons, including convenient free parking and easy load in/out.

Known locally as the “Oaks Expo,” this convention and exhibition center in Oaks, PA, is located in the center of suburban Philadelphia, attracting locals from Montgomery County and Chester County, PA, as well as New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland.

PGC’s Fall Fine Craft Fair features full & half booth spaces for up to 90 artists, many of whom do not exhibit at outdoor venues. The variety of quality fine art & craft mediums will entice shoppers who are looking for cutting edge, contemporary and upscale home furnishings, jewelry and accoutrements.

We create opportunities for traditional and contemporary artisans, craft enthusiasts,
and collectors.

For more info: https://pacrafts.org/
Contact: Aviva Foster shows.pacrafts@gmail.com

Call for Artists: 63rd Annual South Haven Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on February 28, 2022 at 6:00am

July 2 & 3
South Haven, Michigan
Stanley Johnston Park
Saturday 10am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm
100 Artists
Deadline: March 7

Application fee: $40 Booth fee: $275

The South Haven Center for the Arts is proud to host the Annual South Haven Art Fair. South Haven is a coastal tourist destination for over 500,000 summer visitors from around the world and attracts massive Fourth of July crowds. The Art Fair takes place in a beautiful wooded park one block from Lake Michigan and South Haven’s North Beach.

Our goals are to provide a successful environment for exhibiting artists, creatively market the event to a wide range of potential buyers, and provide a professional awards program by credentialed judges. We will also prioritize the health and safety of our community, and will be responsive to current guidelines. We are ready to make this year's art fair one of the best and we welcome you to join us!

Please get more information on the South Haven Center for the Arts Website here: https://www.southhavenarts.org/

Application: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=9997

Contact: Kerry Hagy info@southhavenarts.org

Call for Artists: Ann Arbor Holiday Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on September 15, 2021 at 6:00am

December 4 & 5
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Washtenaw Farm Council Fairgrounds
Deadline: September 30

Application fee: $10
Booth fee: $145-$375

Reflecting on a very popular event from the 1980's, the Holiday Art Fair will be at the Fairgrounds (home shows, antique shows...).

With a focus on fine art, we will be accepting some traditional craft. Use your Ann Arbor collectors list. Lots of free parking and heated buildings.

WEB - https://www.annarborfair.com/
FREE APPLICATION - https://form.jotform.com/210045081161137

QUESTIONS - mark@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.

Intentional events for extraordinary results: www.integrityshows.com

Call for Artists: 4th Annual Kekionga Plein Air Event

Posted by Meg Mettler on June 25, 2020 at 11:53am

August 26 - 29

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Fort Wayne Arts Campus
Presented by the Fort Wayne Artists Guild
Begins Wednesday at 10am and closes on Saturday at 7pm
Registration: $35

The Fort Wayne Artists Guild presents the annual Kekionga Plein Air Event during the Taste of the Arts Festival. Artists will paint at the festival and are encouraged to paint around Fort Wayne and surrounding Allen County. This is a gathering of Plein Air artists and patrons coming together for four days of learning, painting, entertainment, friends and good company. On the final day all work entered in the plein art event will be exhibited to be judged and prizes will be awarded.

The plein art paint out is part of a larger arts weekend held on the Arts Campus in downtown Fort Wayne, adjacent to the art museum. It is Fort Wayne's finest weekend of the year celebrating the arts of dance, music, culinary presentations, and honoring the city's arts institutions.

This year, we are all adapting to unprecedented changes in our lives. We fully intend to participate if the Taste of the Arts is happening. However, if the Taste is cancelled it is our intention to still host the Kekionga Plein Air Event.

Our planning team continues to explore the changing needs and expectations of our community during this challenging time. We hope you'll join us.

For more info:artsunited.org/taste/kekionga-plein-air

Register: fortwayneartistsguild.org/kekionga-pleinair-event

Contact: Sandy McGill, smcgill1253@gmail.com

Call for Artists: 46th Omaha Summer Arts Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on January 3, 2020 at 4:00am

June 5, 6 & 7

Omaha, Nebraska

Adjacent to the north downtown stadium

Mike Fahey Drive between 10th & 14th
Friday 4pm - 9pm, Saturday 10am - 9pm
& Sunday 10am - 4pm

135 Artists

Deadline: January 15

Application fee $30 until January 15; $40 until January 22
Booth Fees: $350 or $425 (corner) single 10'x10', Limited Doubles Available

The Omaha Summer Arts Festival, celebrates its 46th year June 5-7, 2020. The Festival is Omaha's premier destination for arts and entertainment featuring 135 of the nation's finest visual artists, a stage of continuous musical performances and a hands-on Children's Fair.

The OSAF takes place in the North Downtown Makerhood on Mike Fahey Street from 10th to 14th Streets. This emerging, vibrant part of Downtown Omaha is alongside the College World Series ballpark and near restaurants, hotels and excellent parking.

Noteworthy:

Estimated Attendance 80,000
$3,000 in Cash Awards
Images of each artist's work on the OSAF website
Discounted hotel rates across from festival site, includes comp parking for car or van
Artist Concierge Helpline
Artist Survival Kit distributed on Friday
Awards breakfast on Saturday
Continental breakfast on Sunday
Indoor, air-conditioned private artist lounge
Artist-only indoor restrooms
Complimentary snacks and beverages
Experienced booth sitters
Artwork delivery service
Water delivery
Overnight, indoor storage
24-hour security by off-duty Omaha Police Officers
Electricity available - Limited

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=7914

Learn more: https://www.summerarts.org
Contact: Courtney Sklenar, csklenar@vgagroup.com, (402) 345-5401 Ext. 107

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Waterloo Holiday arts festival

Posted by Mary Gohman on September 4, 2009 at 3:04pm

Just got some info on this-does anyone know anything about it?

The Good News: NEA Gives $20,000 to Art Festival in Nevada

Posted by Connie Mettler on March 24, 2009 at 3:01pm

Good news for Reno, NV, from the NEA - a grant for $20,000 for their art festival. Read all about it here: http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/n/a/2009/03/23/entertainment/e164834D47.DTL Anyone on this site know anything about the Artown Festival in Reno?

Wanted: Crafty Person Who Lives in Orange County and/or Art and the Torah

Posted by Connie Mettler on November 10, 2008 at 5:00pm

1. Are you (or do you know) someone who makes crafts, preferably for a living, who lives in Orange County, CA? 2. Do you use the Torah as a source of artistic expression? If so, comment below ASAP for a publicity opportunity.

Call for Artists: St. James Court Art Show

Posted by Meg Mettler on June 21, 2021 at 6:00am

October 1, 2, & 3
Louisville, Kentucky
Historic Old Louisville
Friday & Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 10am-5pm
650 Artists
Deadline varies based on Section

Application fee: Varies based on Section
Booth fee: Varies based on Section

The St. James Court Art Show is held in the beautiful neighborhood of Historic Old Louisville, just south of Central Park on St. James Court, Belgravia Court, Magnolia Avenue, Third Street and Fourth Street. Old Louisville has been named "One of the Great Places of America" by the American Planning Association, and it boasts the largest contiguous collection of Victorian mansions in the United States. Old Louisville is approximately 3 miles south of downtown Louisville and just 3 blocks north of The University of Louisville. During the show, all streets within the event perimeter are closed to vehicular traffic.

Consistently ranked as one of the top fine art and craft shows in the country, the St. James Court Art Show attracts more than 250,000 visitors annually from all across the nation who come to purchase unique handcrafted items directly from the hands that crafted them. We take great pride in the focus and importance we place on our participating artists. Our team works hard year-round to ensure that the show remains to the level of expectations that our artists and guests deserve. A total of $10,000 in awards is presented by the jurors to be awarded to artists where excellence is determined.

Held annually on the first full weekend of October, the St. James Court Art Show has been running continuously since 1957. There are six sections of the art show. Each section is responsible for its own exhibit space/exhibitors, which total approximately 650 artists spread over four blocks. The St. James Court Art Show is produced by a consortium of neighborhood groups.

"I LOVE the Saint James Court Art show. Tucked in among the historic brick homes, the location couldn't be more picturesque. You drive right to your booth for load-in and out. Boxed lunch, water, snacks, booth sitters, and a fantastic awards party round out the amenities. The crowds come in droves, and they come to spend."

"St. James has consistently been one of my best shows for over 20 years. The organization, advertising and treatment of artists is stellar."

"Out of all of the shows that I traveled to, this was the only show where I could see myself potentially selling pieces for $10,000+. Any other show, I would have been hesitant to have any price tag over a few thousand. My second year, I am only doing three shows. St James made that cut. One of my top shows that I hope to do every year."

The St. James Court Art Show exists
to connect our artists with art enthusiasts.

Apply: http://www.stjamescourtartshow.com/exhibitor-information/

More info: http://www.stjamescourtartshow.com/exhibitor-information/
Contact: Lauren Hendricks lauren@ahadvertising.com

Call for Artists: College Hill Arts Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on January 19, 2020 at 4:00am

June 19 & 20

Cedar Falls, Iowa

University of Northern Iowa campus

Friday Noon - 8pm & Saturday 10am - 5pm

75 Artists

Deadline: January 27

Application fee: $25 Booth fee: $250

This year marks the 41st anniversary of the College Hill Arts Festival, held on the tree-shaded campus of the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, Iowa. A wide variety of original works including pottery, ceramics, wood, jewelry, metal sculpture, painting, photography, and glass, from some of the nation's best and most talented artists is offered. The festival has strong university, community, and patron support. It is a well attended, well organized, and well advertised event with high quality exhibitors.

Artists are treated with the highest concern by our friendly, attentive, and available staff. Artist amenities include outdoor, museum-like setting; large, spacious booths (most are shady); easy load-in/out; overnight security; artist hospitality room; nearby convenient parking; complimentary artists' buffet on Friday evening; booth sitters; and complimentary sack lunch for the road after the show is over. Artists can also take advantage of a bed & breakfast program which provides free lodging.

In addition, there are five $500 Awards of Excellence, a $250 People's Choice award, and a $750 Founders' Award. The festival features a Young Art Collectors Gallery, with original artwork created by the exhibiting artists with prices of $10 or less, which encourages youth ages 14 and under to make independent decisions about art.

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=7946

More information: http://collegehillartsfestival.org/

Contact: Mary-Sue Bartlett mary-suebartlett@cfu.net (319) 240-5639

One of a Kind Spring Show - Deadline Today!

Posted by Connie Mettler on February 5, 2019 at 10:44am

SPRING 2019 | APRIL 26–28

Apply for the One of a Kind Spring Show before it's too late!
Deadline: February 5

The deadline for the One of a Kind Show, held from April 26-28, is fast approaching. Apply by February 5 for the chance to sell to tens of thousands of affluent consumers who value handmade work and love to shop! The award winning show boasts an ideal downtown Chicago location, a premium indoor exhibiting environment, and unparalleled marketing and promotional opportunities. Apply via Zapplication.
For details, please visit oneofakindshowchicago.com or contact:

Kathleen Hogan
khogan@themart.com
312.527.7642

Amber Melson
amelson@themart.com
312.527.7757

THE MART — CHICAGO

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Conference Contest

Posted by Melanie Wray on August 13, 2012 at 6:03pm

I would love to win this contest because I need to put some new energy into the business. I have been I'll so much in the past few years that I haven't kept up as well as I used to. Now I have a new hip and a new lease on life. I want to build my jewelry business up to its previous levels as well as give my husband something to do now that he's had a stroke and cannot resume his past employment. I think this conference will enthuse us both while giving us the opportunity to meet new people and learn new things. Thank you for this opportunity.

Arbitrary Art Grant: Deadline May 15

Posted by Connie Mettler on March 16, 2009 at 3:36pm

Vital 5 Productions and Artists for a Work Free America The spring and summer of 2009 will reveal twelve $500.00 Arbitrary Art Grants in a variety of mediums, such as music, dance, writing, fashion design, architecture, photography, painting and many more. These twelve grants will culminate at this year’s Bumbershoot Festival in Seattle in a Vital 5 Produced exhibit entitled DADA ECONOMICS. To kick off this series of seemingly absurd grants, we are going to give $500.00 to one person who builds a sculpture inside of a steel grocery cart, created only from the store's inventory. Build it, photograph it, and email a picture to: info@vital5productions.com before May 15th, 2009. On May 30th, a winner will be selected, called and given $500.00 cash. There is no application or judge, and I promise the winner will be selected in a completely random manner. This grant is open to people of all ages, of all skill levels, in all countries. All you need is a grocery store and a camera. If you don't have a digital camera or an email address, take a real picture and mail it to: Vital 5 Productions, POB 23385, Seattle, WA 98102. Only one entry will be allowed per person, and all entries will be displayed in the DADA ECONOMICS exhibit this September. This information was found at Alyson Stanfield's "Art Biz Blog.'

Think Like a Search Engine

Posted by Connie Mettler on February 10, 2009 at 3:42pm

Many of you have websites, and some of you are doing all the work there. Here is a good article about Search Engine Optimization to get you thinking and tweaking to increase the traffic on your site: "How to Think Like a Search Engine" by Scott Fox:

Zapplication process

Posted by Michael on February 5, 2009 at 12:26pm

hi all,I'm just getting into the zapplication process and need advice on how to get my existing print photos up and running for the zapp process..do I need to take them to a photo shop or do I need special software? I'm ready to apply to several shows and feeling depressed about not getting it.Anyone??? Thanks for help...MIKE

be cautious about international web orders

Posted by Jan Richardson on March 5, 2009 at 11:20pm

recently I recieved an inquiry from a prospective collector in Australia. This person ordered 3 very expensive pieces. They were in a hurry, the command of the english language was spotty, wanted to use a credit card. I responded that the shipping costs could be prohibitive and that did not seem to phase the customer. Indeed they offered to arrange for pickup of the pieces. They said they would handle it, implying they would handle the costs but it did not feel right. They would not respond to my request for a cashiers check(reccomended by my bank).I offered some information about the work and there did not seem to be any curiosity or interest about the work which is unlike the normal customer. I discovered that this is a common scam put upon international used book sellers.I recieved another inquiry from a different australian , much the same but sent to a large number of on line merchants, only some of whom were artists.Beware international orders. insist that your arrange the shipping and have the costs covered by the customer. I found that UPS to Australia was in the range of $450 for a medium size box containing an $600- 800 sculpture. insist on a cashiers check and check with your bank before you let the merchandise go. Dangers include the customer charging back the credit card and shipping companies that bill you the shipper later. Go with your gut.

George Bailey, Meet Darwin

Posted by Jeane Vogel on February 2, 2009 at 10:55am

"Potter's not selling. He's buying! And why? Because we're panicking and he's not."George Bailey, It's A Wonderful LifeA room full of scared people trying to get their money out of a rickety, broken down, old Savings & Loan before all hell breaks loose. That's the image that comes to mind as I prepare for Art Fair Season --2009.Imagine the room filled with art fair artists. Imagine we've lost faith in ourselves ....Continue reading at Beyond the Art Fair, http://www.jeanevogel.blogspot.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.

Intentional events for extraordinary results: www.integrityshows.com

SPRING 2019 | APRIL 26–28

Apply for the One of a Kind Spring Show before it's too late! Deadline: February 5

Kathleen Hogan khogan@themart.com 312.527.7642

Amber Melson amelson@themart.com 312.527.7757

THE MART — CHICAGO

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Apply for the One of a Kind Spring Show before it's too late!
Deadline: February 5

Kathleen Hogan
khogan@themart.com
312.527.7642

Amber Melson
amelson@themart.com
312.527.7757