June 22-24
John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park
Downtown Des Moines, Iowa
*Applying artists and special guests are invited to a special Jury Preview on Wed., January 31 beginning at 5:30 p.m. The jury preview is an opportunity for artists to view their images at the same time and in the same manner the jury will see them. An email notice with all the details will be sent to all applicants.
Also consider these 2017 Insiders perspectives from Melanie Rolfes and Nels Johnson:
Downtown Des Moines, Iowa
180 Artists
Deadline: January 7
Application fee: $35; Booth fee: $475
The Des Moines Arts Festival® is one of the world's most respected festivals, winner of the coveted Gold Grand Pinnacle Award from the International Festivals and Events Association. This is a destination event attracting an art buying audience from across the Midwest, including Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, Missouri and Kansas.
Our marketing: an aggressive application of social, print, digital, radio, and television. Five media partners guarantee print, radio and television advertising. Total media value in 2017 was $2.6 million across all platforms. Dedicated social media promotion of all exhibiting artists. See our 2017 Final Report here.
10 ways the Des Moines Arts Festival works for your success:
Limited to 180 artists- Attendance estimated at 200,000+
- Total cash awards $9,000 + automatic invitation
- Leisurely setup (full day is available)
- Responsive website and integrated social media campaign
- Complimentary and secure wi-fi throughout the site
- 24-hour security
- Electric included in booth fee
- Booth sitters and energetic volunteers
- Color thumbnail in program and multiple images in online gallery.
Learn more: http://desmoinesartsfestival.org/
Apply: Zapplication.org/DesMoines
Also consider these 2017 Insiders perspectives from Melanie Rolfes and Nels Johnson:
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