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Call for Artists: Art at Ives - 5th Annual

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 15, 2020 at 4:00am

May 16 & 17

Danbury, Connecticut
Ives Concert Park, Western Connecticut State University

Presented by Friends of the Ives, Inc.

Saturday 1pm-8pm & Sunday 11am-6pm

60 Artists

Deadline: April 3

Application fee: $25 Booth fee: $200

Ives Concert park is located on the Westside campus of Western Connecticut State University. Ives' lush oasis of natural beauty on Danbury's west side hosts world-renowned artists in a wide variety of music and theater genres.

This 2-day juried art show at Ives Concert Park features a great variety of high-quality original works and offers a diverse scope of art forms representing every major category. This 5th annual show will be a featured component in our Water Lantern Festival which drew approximately 4,000 patrons in 2019.

Great food & music, art demonstrations and children's events will also be included. A program directory as well as a digital program with each artist's contact information will be visible all year long on the Ives website with 1,859,482 impressions annually. The show will provide increased visibility for many artists, expanding awareness of the arts,

enriching the artistic, cultural, educational and economic vitality of the Western Connecticut Region.

ARTIST AMENITIES:

parking on the premises
easy load-in and load-out
complimentary Saturday and Sunday continental breakfast
booth-sitting and over night security Friday and Saturday
complimentary glass of wine or beer at the Water Lantern Festival on Saturday night.

The Ives is proud to work together creatively with many artists and community stakeholders such as the WCSU Art Department, Cultural Alliance of Western CT and Brookfield Craft Center to develop this show, envisioning and inspiring cultural enrichment for the entire family.

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=8399

Contact: Phyllis Cortese - pcortese@ivesconcertpark.com

Call for Artists: Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on January 28, 2020 at 4:00am

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

Application Fee: $45 (Guild Membership included)

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.

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.

Show Features:

$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

APPLY: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=8037

More Information: theguild.org/fairs/ann-arbor-art-fair/

Contact: Nicole McKay, nicole@theguild.org (734) 662-3382

10x20 Trimline Canopy (top only) for sale

Posted by Rebecca Dodson on July 2, 2019 at 10:20am

I have a 10x20 Trimline canopy top for sale. Purchased in 2007 by the original owner who only did indoor shows and never used the canopy. I only do 10x10 size booth so do not need the 10x20 top. I have photos showing the perfect, never used condition, will send by request. Including the Trimline giant drawstring storage bag with purchase.

Asking $450, local pickup in 53590. Will ship anywhere if you pay shipping charges.

A Useful Resource for Michigan Artists

Posted by Connie Mettler on May 15, 2009 at 11:30am

With the arts struggling everywhere, and Michigan being no exception, you might wish to subscribe to this excellent newsletter sponsored by the Arts Alliance, the Arts Alliance Cultural Newsletter. It covers art walks, gallery tours, job opportunities, creative resources, grants, lots!! It is pretty amazing in the breadth of its information. Here is the link for the website: http://www.a2artsalliance.org/. You can subscribe on the front page.

New in this week's Virtual Craft Show

Posted by Cafe Handmade - Virtual Craft Show on March 2, 2009 at 1:22pm

Come check out Cafe Handmade's Weekly Virtual Craft Show. We Have over 70 great Artists to see. Visit us at www.cafehandmade.com. We have a couple thousand of people visiting us every week, and we continue to grow.If you haven't already signed up for our eNewsletter please do so on our site, you'll be automatically entered everymonth in our Reader Rewards. 1 lucky reader will win a $50 shopping Spree the first monday of every month. 1st Drawing is to be drawn on April 6th. Get extra chances in the drawing by completing the Scavenger hunt at www.cafehandmade.com.We're excited to see we are growing at a rapid pace. We appreciate all the artists, and the people who visit every week.Thank you

Call for Artists: 2nd Annual Art Worth Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on April 12, 2023 at 6:00am

October 20, 21, & 22, 2023

Fort Worth, Texas

Lawn of Will Rogers Memorial Center

Friday-Saturday 10am-6pm & Sunday 11am-4pm

75 Artists

Deadline: June 3, 2023

Application fee: $30 Booth fee: $450

Art Worth presents a special opportunity to present and sell your work to an appreciative & affluent audience of North Texas art lovers. This juried festival of fine craft and fine art is be held on the lawn of Will Rogers Memorial Center within view of six museums, in the heart of Fort Worth’s Cultural District. This impressive collection of cultural resources also includes three theaters and the Will Rogers Center, a bustling hub for special events. Our show will occupy the park-like plaza at the center of these institutions, in an affluent and busy part of the city.

Testimonials

"This is a new show with very big potential, in the perfect time and at the right location near the top attended museums area in Fort Worth. I was pleasantly surprised by the traffic on Saturday, and the sales went beyond my expectations. It is a very artist-friendly show and the quality of art is strong." - Jeanne Akita, Illusions Lab

"Art Worth was one of the best cultural experiences I’ve attended in Fort Worth. Hundreds of us enjoyed viewing the works of local visual artists, hearing live performances, shopping for unique gifts and enjoying the beautiful setting of Will Rogers Memorial Center. No one should miss this annual event!" - -Dr. Corey Trahan, Director of TCU Opera Studio

Fort Worth has a proven history of support for the visual arts.

More info: http://www.artworthfest.org

Contact: Greg Belz gregbelz@hotmail.com

PCI Certification for accepting credit cards

Posted by Richard L. Sherer on July 23, 2022 at 10:33am

I just completed my annual PCI Compliance which Clover Go requires of users. I was always skeptical of Square and others who do not require compliance. I see it as one more arrow in the defense quiver if I am ever sued over a credit card data breach. The questionnaire took an hour to complete as I did not understand most of the acronyms. I am not an IT person and they are certifying mega retail users as well as us art studio people with only a few sales. I sent them feedback about this issue. They also remotely scan your equipment and here again you really don’t know what is going on so I spoke with a rep. A few hours late I get email, I am good to go for another year. Here is what PCI Compliance is and if you are in business, it is something to consider. From: https://www.imperva.com/learn/data-security/pci-dss-certification/

"The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is a set of security standards formed in 2004 by Visa, MasterCard, Discover Financial Services, JCB International and American Express. Governed by the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC), the compliance scheme aims to secure credit and debit card transactions against data theft and fraud. While the PCI SSC has no legal authority to compel compliance, it is a requirement for any business that processes credit or debit card transactions. PCI certification is also considered the best way to safeguard sensitive data and information, thereby helping businesses build long lasting and trusting relationships with their customers."

MUSTANG HORSES PICTURES

Posted by Ejaz Khan on February 28, 2022 at 12:26pm

Mustangs are synonymous with freedom and empowerment in American society. These free-roaming horses were brought to America by the Spanish and have firmly planted themselves in our hearts and culture. Mustangs are owned by no humans, they live off the earth and have been admired for centuries. Pictures of mustangs in the wild have always sparked something in people. These horses living in their rugged habitat, independent of aid from anyone, is an inspirational sight. Mustang horse pictures give us an account of their lives and tell us their story.

View Mustang Horse Art on Office Wall

Call for Artists: Stony Creek Metropark Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on April 12, 2021 at 6:00am

July 24 & 25
Shelby Township, Michigan
Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 11am-5pm
75 Artists
Deadline: April 23

Application fee: $25

Booth fee: $355-$690

The Stony Creek Art Fair is in a beautiful setting next to a lake. The large parking lot is within 100 feet. Close to large homes and wealthy patrons, this show should be good for most price points. Stony Creek is a popular park in northern Oakland County near Rochester, Birmingham and other high-income cities. Millions of people visit the park annually.

The show offers dedicated parking for artists and patrons adjacent to the event. We will limit the show to 75 booths. Our marketing program is designed to attract qualified high-end art collectors.

For this event we have a preference for work that feels natural. Perhaps images of flora or fauna. Slightly more traditional in style. We do not include items such as candles, fragrances and silkscreened t-shirts. Originals, prints and high-quality limited edition reproductions are welcome.

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=8695

More information: https://www.stonycreekartfair.com/

Contact: Mark Loeb 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.

Intentional events for extraordinary results.

Call for Artists: 45th Gathering at the Great Divide

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 10, 2020 at 4:00am

September 5 - 7
Breckenridge, Colorado
Colorado Mountain College
107 Denison Placer Road
Saturday-Sunday 10am - 6pm & Monday 10am - 4pm
120 Artists
Deadline: March 31

Application fee: $35 Booth fee: $500 - $1,000

The 45th Annual Breckenridge Gathering at the Great Divide Art Festival has been consistently ranked in the top 200 Fine Art Shows in the country by Sunshine Artists (#37 in 2018). As one of the longest running events in Breckenridge, the tradition continues as the highlight of the Labor Day Weekend and will be limited to approximately 120 artists and craftsmen in a wide range of mediums.

Breckenridge is located just 80 miles west of Denver in Summit County (which includes Copper Mountain, Frisco, Silverthorne, and Keystone) in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. This is the last big weekend of the summer with many locals, destination tourists, front range tourists, and second home owners in attendance for this very well established show.

Due to construction of a new parking structure by our old location, this year's festival will be held in the Colorado Mountain College parking lot

just north of town. This is a very large paved lot with great visibility from Highway 9, the only way to come to town from I-70. This allows us to have free parking for artists and patrons. You can drive right to your booth.

No gate fee
Free parking
Free coffee, bagels/donuts each morning
Water provided throughout weekend for artists

Apply:

https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=8173

For more information: http://www.mountainartfestivals.com/

Contact: Richard Cunningham, dcphoto49@embarqmail.com

Call for Artists: Cherry Creek Arts Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on November 15, 2019 at 4:00am

July 3 - 5

Denver, Colorado

Cherry Creek Arts Festival

Cherry Creek North

2nd through 3rd Avenues from Clayton to Steele Street

Friday & Saturday 10am - 8 pm & Sunday 10am - 6pm

250 Artists

Deadline: December 1

Application Fee: $45
Booth Fee: 10 x 10 $850; Corner $975

$350 Emerging Artist Program

The Cherry Creek Arts Festival invites you to apply to be one of 250 exhibitors at the 2020 event, a world-class and award-winning celebration of the visual arts. CCAF enjoys an attendance of 330,000 visitors to the Cherry Creek North Shopping District in Denver, Colorado. The three-day event gives patrons the rare and special opportunity to meet and purchase art from exhibiting artists. Our goal is to provide the public and our selected exhibitors an experience of unparalleled quality.

Average artist sales $15,600 (as reported from the 2019 artist survey)
Over $1 million marketing and advertising the artists
$30,000 offered in artist purchase awards
330,000 annual visitors hosted over the festival weekend
Projection jury process, artists viewed in order of the date application is submitted

You can apply now at www.Zapplication.org.

To apply: create an online artist profile; prepare and upload your images; complete the application and submit before the deadline of midnight (MST) on Sunday, December 1, 2019.

Best regards,

The CherryArts Team

July 3, 4 & 5, 2020

www.CherryArts.org

(303) 355-2787

Website to link to to apply:
https://cherrycreekartsfestival.org/artist-application/

Albequerque Holiday Show, Anyone?

Posted by Christian Rodgers on September 6, 2011 at 10:00pm

I am just starting out- I will be doing my very first show at Red River New Mexico at the end of this month. I was late in applying for Fall shows so I was glad to get into the Albequerque show Thanksgiving weekend, Albequerque-right? But it was voted the top 200 in the nation somewhere- has anyone done this show? I have to plan a tour leaving from Ca.- any suggestions. You have all been great and I would love to meet you. Christian.

Radio show tonight on how to prepare for a fair

Posted by Annette Coleman on July 28, 2011 at 1:15pm

Live show, please call 646-915-9294 to join the conversation from 9-10pm Mountain Standard Time. Go to www.BlogTalkRadio.com/annette-coleman to learn more! Learn from your fellow artists and help others with your expertise!

Want Propanels in SW FL

Posted by Barbara Groenteman on July 2, 2009 at 10:24am

Looking for 10x10 propanel setup prefer charcoal or darker

Buyers' Market in Philly

Posted by don crozier on January 25, 2009 at 11:46pm

Anyone going to Buyers' Market in Philly in February?http://www.americancraft.com/BMAC/We are planning to drive from St Louis, a little risky this time of year, but last year, we made it okay. Hotel rooms were fairly easy to get on Priceline, which could be a bad sign. Has anyone heard anything?

10x10 Trime line Tent for sale in Texas

Posted by Dede Koll on September 5, 2021 at 10:30am

10x10 tent with all accessories /Trimeline by Florish

10 ft awning

carry bags for tent, poles , awning etc

3 mesh white panels

4 sand weight bags

Set of dark burgundy fireproof show curtain, cover 3 sides

lighting included for overhead + telescopic clamp table lighting

Tent is in very good condition. I live in East Texas. No shipping, must pick up.

asking $750 or best offer

dkollaritsch@yahoo.com

936-568-0570 leave message.

SOUTH FLORIDA LOOKING FOR 2 BLACK PROPANELS

Posted by Stephanie Lavender on January 29, 2021 at 2:11pm

NEEDS ASAP..WILL TRAVEL TO GET THEM IN FLORIDA (depends on mileage but Im in Ft Lauderdale and will be at Bonita in 1 1/2 weeks)

Covid-related questions for promoters

Posted by Reid Watts on April 23, 2021 at 11:00am

I was about to fire off an email off to a promoter, but then it occurred to me that these are really questions that all promoters need to answer for all of us given the current situation:

Will the show staff, artists and crafters be required to be vaccinated?
Will masks be required?
Will the show be capacity limited? If so, by how much?
Will the booths be spaced 6’ apart in all directions?
Will temperature checks be required for entry?
How can I be confident that the promoter will not do a “Sugarloaf” and declare bankruptcy after collecting booth fees?
Does the promoter have all of the permissions and signed contracts necessary to hold the fair, or is he or she speculating that they will be finalized sometime before the date of the fair?

Can you think of any additions to the list?

Kutztown 2009 - First Hand Account

Posted by Michelle Sholund on June 30, 2009 at 8:49pm

I was at the Kutztown Festival yesterday (June 29) and as always, had a great time. The 9 day festival held in Kutztown Festival is like a Renaissance Festival, but cut out the minstrels and 'ol English dialogue and insert PA Dutch heritage, history, and traditional folk art. I have gone to the festival for about 5 years now and primarily go as a shopper with Christmas list with many names usually checked off by the end of the day once I am done there. I haven't been able to do the event since it takes place over a 9 day period.The event has taken place since the 70's and every year gets better with age. The jury does an amazing job with a large variety of folk art and traditional art forms galore. There is about 350 artists who make up the event, plus demonstrations from artists and others such as barn raising. I have several friends who do the event each year and find it to be THE event to do (and look forward to) each year as many make at least $5,000 over that period of time with many more making about $20,000 or so - all depending on what is being sold and contacts after the event. The event also offers information about hotel and even housing options including housing options at the local college and campground info as well as opportunities in staying on site.One artist, Lin who works with recycled glass cups and creates stained glass and butterfly feeders. New to the show, Lin stated how she was just happy to be accepted into the event. After the first two days of the event being open she quickly learned it can be a very profitable event making several good sales. Monday proved to be good, despite less foot traffic. In my experience, walking the event on both weekdays and weekends, some weekdays can be incredibly busy especially if the weather cooperates. The event ends around the 4th of July with a great fireworks display. Another artist, a jewelry maker who works with leather, attended the show for the first time last year, had such a successful time found it was necessary to buy two booth spaces. So far the weeks start has showed it was the best move to ever make.Don't take my word for it, go to their website - www.kutztownfestival.com (I think that is the site address) and see for yourself. Information on how to apply and more is found there. I am seriously thinking about signing up for 2010 - maybe I will see you there! - Michelle Sholund, By the Bay Botanicals

Call for Artists: Last Call: Royal Oak Market/Art Fair Edition

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 4, 2024 at 6:00am

November 21 & 22, 2024
Royal Oak, Michigan
Royal Oak Farmers Market
Thursday & Friday 11am-9pm
65 Artists
Deadline: March 10, 2024

Application fee $25/Booth fee starts at $250

Royal Oak Market: Art Fair Edition, now in its 9th year, will take place indoors at the Royal Oak Farmers Market. This is a juried show featuring approximately 60 artists. In addition to wonderful Fine Art, roughly 6,500+ fairgoers enjoy adjacent parking and free admission in a fun and festive environment, making it the perfect event to purchase a gift of fine art for someone for the holidays or a great date night experience.

The Royal Oak Farmers Market provides one of the premium market venues in Southeast Michigan and is conveniently located in the Civic Center at the corner of 11 Mile Road and Troy Street in the heart of downtown Royal Oak. The surrounding community boasts some of the most eclectic shops and restaurants! Free artist parking.

Apply now:

https://www.theguild.org/
Contact: Nicole McKay nicole@theguild.org

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