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Call for Arists: 8th Annual River Clay Fine Arts Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on May 23, 2023 at 6:00am

October 20, 21, & 22, 2023

Decatur, Alabama

City Hall Lawn

Saturday 9am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm

75 artists

Deadline: June 14, 2023

Application fee: $40 Booth fee: $175

Located in the beautiful Tennessee Valley of north-central Alabama, Decatur is a fast-growing, burgeoning arts community and home to the Carnegie Visual Arts Center, Alabama Center for the Arts, and the Princess Theatre. The festival site, located on the Decatur City Hall campus, is surrounded by Alabama’s largest Victorian historic district and a picturesque, revitalized downtown complete with numerous bistros, galleries, restaurants and unique retail boutiques.

The fast-growing city of Decatur is conveniently located midway between Nashville and Birmingham, just 10 minutes west of I-65. You'll find that River Clay is a great draw to patrons from all over North Alabama, including Huntsville which is home to NASA, Redstone Arsenal and numerous world-class technology/engineering firms and boasts the highest per-capita level of education and income in Alabama, just 25 minutes to the east.

Now scheduled in gorgeous mid-October each year. Our 2022 artists experienced beautifully COOL autumn temps and HOT pre-holiday sales by enthusiastic and engaged collectors!

For 8 years now, our participating artists report great sales, exceptional event organization and unparalleled volunteer assistance and community enthusiasm.

Testimonials

"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 and R

"I just wanted to thank you for a great show this year. It was the best show I had, not only in sales, but in terms of ease of set up, helpfulness of the staff and just the general atmosphere of fun among both patrons and vendors. I look forward to River Clay every year and it is one of the very few shows I will travel out of town to do anymore. You all make it a pleasure to be a part of the River Clay Experience!" ...

David Byland, Bison Ridge Leather

More info: https://www.riverclay.org/apply/

Contact: Mary Reed artistinfo@riverclay.org

Call for Artists: 42nd Annual Downtown Festival & Art Show

Posted by Meg Mettler on May 18, 2023 at 6:00am

November 18 & 19, 2023

Gainesville, Florida

Historic Downtown Gainesville

Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm

200 artists

Deadline: June 26, 2023

Application fee: $36
Booth fees start at $275

Join us for the largest free celebration of art and culture in north Florida! The City of Gainesville's Annual Downtown Festival & Art Show transforms the streets of historic downtown Gainesville into a celebration of art and creativity complete with 200+ artists, live music, performing arts, multiple stages, and delicious culinary art experiences.

This year the Downtown Festival & Art Show is adding a Saturday evening arts panel happy hour cocktail event for arts lovers and visiting artists at the beautiful art deco Baby J's jazz bar; moving our 50 community booth nonprofit sponsors to the bricks of the Bo Diddley Plaza; and shifting our non-competitive arts market artists to the festival's brick southern streets near the Hippodrome. Like last year, we are once again including a festival beer garden, an emerging artist program, an artist hospitality room in the second floor conference room of the Hyatt, and Friday night drive-up load-in.

Artist Perks include:

Booth sitters
Friday evening drive-up load-in
Artist hospitality with complimentary hot beverages, snacks, & artist lunches
Hotel discounts
Free parking passes
$15,000+ in cash prizes
Five feet of space between booths
Double booth options

More info:
http://www.GainesvilleDowntownArtFest.net

Contact:
Chelsea Carnes carnes@cityofgainesville.org

Call for Artists: Funky Ferndale Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on May 16, 2023 at 6:00am

September 22, 23, & 24, 2023

Ferndale, Michigan

Nine Mile at Woodward

Friday 3pm-7:30pm, Saturday 10am-7:30pm, & Sunday 11am-6pm

120 artists

Deadline: June 24, 2023

Application fee: $25 Booth fees start at $425

Twice as funky as the average fine art fair.

Yes, a fine art fair can also be funky. We focus on art that has a bit of an edge. Traditional techniques but non-traditional images. We includ all mediums. Audience ranges from art lovers looking for more interesting work to art lovers that have not yet realized that passion.

An art fair for people looking for something a little different.

Learn more:

https://www.funkyferndaleartfair.com/

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

Intentional events for extraordinary results:

https://www.integrityshows.com/

Call for Artists: Prater’s Mill Country Fair Fundraising Event

Posted by Meg Mettler on May 9, 2023 at 6:00am

October 14 & 15, 2023

Dalton, Georgia

Prater’s Mill Historic Site

Saturday 9am-6pm & Sunday 9am-5pm

140 Artists

Deadline: July 25, 2023

Application fee: $40 Booth fees: $150

A quality festival of Southern artists, craftsmen, music and food, the Country Fair started in 1971 by a group of volunteers to raise funds to save the 1855 flour mill. It has grown into a celebration of Southern, Appalachian heritage with the best Southern food this side of heaven.

Located near Dalton Georgia, the Mill is the centerpiece of the Historic Site which includes other historic buildings including Shugart Cotton Gin, Grannary, Westbrook Barn, and Prater’s Country Store.

We provide a reasonably flat 15’x15’ outdoor space set on a mix of gravel and dirt compacted over the decades. Exhibitor amenities include reserved portolets, booth sitters and Store side exhibitor parking. Booth options of power and an extra five foot available in limited areas. Weather controls the crowd but we still draw thousands of buyers in the rain.

Testimonials

"Go to Prater’s, see how a show is supposed to run."
"Y’all take care of your exhibitors and have all the information on your website. Most shows don’t do that."
"We love doing Prater’s. It’s SO organized. Y’all make it easy."

More info: http://pratersmill.org

Contact: Mikey Sims fair@pratersmill.org

Event listing on website

Posted by Jeff Owen on May 4, 2023 at 8:10pm

I am wondering why so many artist's web sites don't list the shows they are scheduled to attend. I list every show I am going to do with a blurb about the show. So, what is it that prevents artists from updating their show schedule on their website?

Is it that they don't know how to update their website?

Do they not want other artists to know where they are going? (Best fishing spots remain confidential?)

Do their clients even look at their website for show info?

Is it some form of paranoia, to keep it secret?

I just find it odd that "if" you have a website to show your work, why wouldn't you let EVERYBODY know where you are going to be so they can come see you. A LOT of people I know don't email because they don't want the back and forth.

I bring this up because I have a lot of friends on the circuit who just don't update their websites to where they are going to show. Grant it, I am looking at their site so I can see where they are, but that is the whole idea.

It seems like a shame to have a powerful marketing tool and not use it to it's full advantage.

Let's see some responses...

Thanks,

Jeff Owen

www.jeffowen.com

Call for Artists: Fenton Art Walk

Posted by Meg Mettler on May 2, 2023 at 6:00am

Fenton, Michigan

July 29, 2023

Downtown & near the Community & Cultural Center

Saturday 10am-7pm

99 Artists

Deadline: July 7, 2023

Application fee: $20 Booth fee: $50

The City of Fenton DDA and Arts & Culture Commission, together with Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation, announce a call to artists for the 10th annual Art Walk. Our last event, held in 2019, was a huge success and we hope to have an even bigger turn out after a three-year hiatus. The event will be held at the Fenton Community & Cultural Center, designed by world renowned architect Eliel Saarinen, both inside and outside in Rackham Park, which surrounds the center. As the Art Walk grows, we have plans to spread to the downtown sidewalks of beautiful Fenton.

Art Walk is a multi-media, juried art show of original works. Applications are being accepted for all art styles. The deadline for applying is Friday, July 7th. Artists selected for Art Walk exhibition will be notified within three weeks of their application date and will receive additional information about the Art Walk and their booth assignments by Friday, July 14th.

More info: https://slpr.net/news/fentonartwalk/

Contact: Pat Allen contact_us@slpr.net

Call for Artists: Trinidad Art Fest

Posted by Meg Mettler on April 27, 2023 at 6:00am

July 15 & 16, 2023

Trinidad, Colorado

Sister Blandina Gardens

Saturday 10am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm

50 artists

Deadline: May 9, 2023

Application fee: $25 Booth fee: $85

The 2nd annual Trinidad Art Fest will be held in Sister Blandina Park, located in Trinidad's historic downtown. The park is gated, secure and has a fountian.

As the city of Trinidad looks to fund and support the arts, the opportunity to start an outdoor fine arts fair is of the utmost importance. Trinidad Art Fest looks to establish our arts fair as the largest in southeastern Colorado in the coming years.

Trinidad is conveniently located off Interstate 25 exactly in between Denver and Santa Fe. Nearly 8 million tourists pass though Trinidad annually making it a destination in Colorado.

Volunteer booth sitters, dedicated artist hospitality, and free parking are included. Each artist and one (1) assistant shall receive meal ticket(s) for one meal daily provided by food trucks. Please be aware that we are not able to cater to all diets, allergies, or dietary needs, so please plan accordingly. 

Awards

First Place $1000

Second Place $750

Third Place $500

Honorable Mention $250

Trinidad recieves over 300 days of sunshine annually; but an afternoon rain/wind can happen in the summer monsoon season!

More info: http://www.trinidadartfest.com

Contact: Leigh Elliott-Lopez theteam@trinidadartfest.com

Call for Artists: Last call! 46th Cedarhurst Art & Craft Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on April 25, 2023 at 6:00am

September 8, 9, & 10, 2023

Mount Vernon, Illinois

Cedarhurst Center for the Arts

Friday 4pm-7:30pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm

100 Artists

Deadline: May 1, 2023

Application fee: $25 Booth fee: $280

The Cedarhurst Art & Craft Fair, a southern Illinois tradition, is celebrating its 47th year! Join us the weekend after Labor Day on the picturesque grounds at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts where the Fair attracts approximately 7,000 visitors. Our Fair is supported by the City of Mt. Vernon, the Mt. Vernon Convention / Tourism Bureau, plus regional, enthusiastic communities.

We invite you to be a part of the weekend festival as we celebrate the finest in American hand-made craftsmanship. Our jury committee is looking for quality artisans in a variety of mediums. In addition to traditional artists and crafters, we welcome applications from Indie crafters, DIY crafters, and those with a unique or unconventional sense of aesthetics.

Cedarhurst, a nonprofit arts foundation, hosts one of the longest running craft fairs in the country and we are proud of our long history of supporting the local fine craft movement and promoting growth and creative expression for all artists. In addition to shopping the quality artisan booths, our weekend festival features food vendors, beer tent, music, and a Kid Zone with make-and-take crafts. Visitors to the weekend Fair are encouraged to experience our 90-acre sculpture park and visit our indoor art museum galleries.

More info: http://cedarhurst.org

Contact: Vonda Jordan vonda@cedarhurst.org

Call for Artists: Art in the Park Festival 2023

Posted by Meg Mettler on April 18, 2023 at 6:00am

July 28 & 29, 2023

Richland, Washington

Howard Amon Park

Daily 8am-6pm

300 Artists

Deadline: May 5, 2023

Application fee: $35 Booth fee: $130

Located in the historic greenway area of Richland, Art in the Park Festival is the premier and largest art festival in the Mid-Columbia Basin. Art in the Park Festival has brought artists, live entertainment, and gourmet food concessions to Richland for over 72 years. With over 65 thousand people over a two-day weekend, Art in the Park Festival is an exciting and well loved annual event.

Art in the Park Festival annually features over 300 artists, two full days of live music with high attraction regional bands, and gourmet food trucks. This event is always free, all ages, and is open to the public.

Testimonials

“I have been doing the show circuit for 12 years, and this is my favorite show. I genuinely feel they care about me as an artist.” – Linda R.

“Art in the Park Festival gave me my start. 2021 was my first year and I sold ever piece of pottery I had. ” – Tyler S.

“It’s a drive for my wife and I, as we are from Arizona. Art in the Park is the one festival that we make sure we attend. Thanks to the volunteers for all they do! Great event.” – Piker & Sandy V.S.

We also offer free booth sitting throughout both days of the event, and are able to coordinate food runs and load-in assistance (load-in assistance is at a first-come, first-served basis with priority given to those who are mobility challenged. This service is offered by the help of volunteers). All of this is offered FREE of charge to our beloved artists.

This event is 100% coordinated, directed and staffed by volunteers.

More info: https://www.galleryatthepark.org/apply-now-2023

Contact: Brandie Saint-Claire artinthepark.richland.wa@gmail.com

Call for Artists: Last Call: 47th Annual American Artisan Festival @ARTVILLE

Posted by Meg Mettler on April 17, 2023 at 6:00am

September 29-30, & October 1, 2023

Nashville, Tennessee

Wedgewood Houston Neighborhood

Friday 11am-7pm, Saturday 10am-7pm, & Sunday 11am-5pm

125 Artists

Deadline: NOW! (or May 1, 2023)

Application fee: $40 Booth fee starts at $650

Shifting from its long-standing location in Centennial Park, this nationally recognized retail fine art and craft event features over 125 high-quality fine-art, craft, furniture and mixed-media artists. Moving the event into Wedgewood Houston Chestnut Hill neighborhood will bring a new audience of affluent buyers and greater attendance. The outside white-tented festival event will continue as always now weaving through the streets of Nashville throughout this hub of entertainment, fine arts, restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, shopping and more. This area boasts the new Soho House many new restaurants and galleries and is quickly becoming Nashville's most popular arts district making it a perfect spot for the relaunched American Artisan Festival.

The American Artisan Festival was founded by Nancy Saturn, craft pioneer, and taken over by her daughter Samantha Saturn following her mother's death. The event highlights top-tier artists across all mediums and the festival team delivers not only a high-value experience for the consumers, but also for the artists. We provide hospitality, breakfast each morning, booth sitting sign ups, an artist-only event, as well as $2500 in cash awards for best in show categories.

The event is a professionally run experience with very high marks from artist exhibitors, but is also family owned and artist-first in its approach to everything the festival creates and promotes.

Apply: https://artville.org/apply-as-an-artist

Learn more: https://www.americanartisanfestival.com/

Contact: Samantha Saturn saturnsamantha@gmail.com

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

Call for Artists: 38th Annual Michigan Challenge Balloonfest

Posted by Meg Mettler on April 11, 2023 at 6:00am

June 23, 24, & 25, 2023

Howell, Michigan

Howell High School Grounds

Friday 2pm-10pm, Saturday 9am-10pm, & Sunday 9am-8pm

40+ Artists

Deadline: June 2, 2023

No application fee Booth fee: $199

Join us as we celebrate the state championship of hot-air ballooning, and sell your artwork, crafts, gifts, souvenirs, collectibles and wares to thousands of guests. 100% of proceeds from your sale goes to you.

The Michigan Challenge Balloonfest is one of the premier summertime activities in Michigan, offering entertainment for the entire family. This community event has activities planned for everyone – from carnival rides, kid attractions, fireworks, and the always-popular balloon launches, fly-ins, and evening glow.

There are lots of events and attractions planned this year, and we look forward to seeing you there!

Learn more: https://www.michiganchallenge.com/

Contact: Laura Kashenider michallengeballoonfest@gmail.com

Call for Artists: 67th Annual St. James Court Art Show St. James Court Section

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

October 6, 7, & 8, 2023

Louisville, Kentucky

Historic Old Louisville

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

225 Artists

Deadline: May 1, 2023

Application fee: $40 Booth fee starts at $575

The original and largest section, the St. James Court, began in 1957. This section emphasizes Fine Arts and has openings for 225 artists. The Inner Courts on St. James Court are designated for our first-time juried artists and are highly marketed on social media, driving traffic to the only exclusive location for newly juried artists in all of the art show. With no more than 4 booths in a row, the Inner Courts afford every artist great visibility. The St. James Court Association believes so strongly in supporting the artists in the Inner Courts that the association awards a $5,000 prize to Best of Show among the newly juried artists exhibiting in the Inner Courts. The $5,000 Founder’s Award is the only prize given in the St. James Court Section of the art show.

Our goal is to bring buyers and artisans together in a carefully curated, high-quality art show that is enjoyable for all and financially rewarding for our exhibitors. Our artists are our #1 priority. Artists can expect high sales and a faithful following due to our show’s history and nationally high rankings.

Testimonials

"WOW I enjoy the ambience of the show. So awesome to connect with all my long time customers and so many new. I love the hours of the show. Thank you thank you!"
"The sheer amount of visitors almost guarantees some buyers for your genre of work. Being a "destination show" is a huge plus."
"Load in and load out were excellent. I love St. James!!"
"Knowledgeable, curious, and supportive patrons, helpful staff and volunteers, lovely venue, successful sharing of my artwork."
"There were people who really wanted to collect, like multiple pieces; one person even coming back to look for more."

Learn more: https://www.stjamescourtartshow.com

Contact: Karen Clayton kclayton@stjamescourtartshow.com

Call for Artists: 57th Annual Park Forest Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on April 5, 2023 at 6:00am

September 16 & 17, 2023

Park Forest, Illinois

Tall Grass Arts Association

Village Green of downtown

Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm

80+ Artists

Deadline: May 5, 2023

Application fee: $35 Booth fee: $175

The Park Forest Art Fair is the second oldest, continuously juried fine art fair in the Chicagoland region. For several years, the Park Forest Art Fair has been voted one of the top Five Small Town Art Fairs in the country by the ArtFairCalendar annual survey of “Best Art Fairs in America.”

This is an extraordinarily artist-friendly fair. The downtown street provides awnings under which new and emerging artists who have not yet invested in a tent can display their artworks. Volunteers can help unload and load vehicles.

They also provide water all day, both days and can provide time for bathroom breaks. The Tall Grass Board of Directors serves breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, snacks at mid-day on Saturday and a scrumptious dinner Saturday night along with an awards ceremony.

Several of the artists have exhibited continuously for nearly three decades. Other, newer artists come from throughout the Midwest. A long-standing tradition at the Park Forest Art Fair, one that is loved by all of the artists, is that fair-attendees stop and chat with the artists. Artists are welcome to demonstrate their artwork techniques during the fair.

More info: https://www.tallgrassarts.org/

Contact: Janet Muchnik jmuchnik@sbcglobal.net

Call for Artists: 56th Annual Flint Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on April 4, 2023 at 6:00am

June 10 & 11, 2023

Flint, Michigan

Flint Institute of Arts

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

150 Artists

Deadline: April 22, 2023

Application fee: $30 Booth fee: $275

The friendliest art fair in Michigan! The 56th 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. Up to 150 artists will receive invitations from the Jury to participate in this two-day event.

As an invited artist you will enjoy one of the most exciting and hospitable festival locations anywhere. And, as we make a special effort to connect patrons with our artists, we require that all artists, regardless of weather, be present each day of the fair. Hours are 10 am to 6 pm on Saturday and 11 am to 5 pm on Sunday.

Spaces are a grassy 10' x 10' with storage space behind each booth. Rental is a modest $275 per space; double spaces and corner spaces may be requested (additional fees) for the display of your work. 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.

More info: http://flintartfair.org

Contact: Tracey Stewart flintartfair@flintarts.org

Call for Artists: 31st Historic Shaw Art Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 29, 2023 at 6:00am

October 7 & 8, 2023

St. Louis, Missouri

4100 & 4200 Flora Place -

Historic Shaw Neighborhood

Saturday 9am-5pm & Sunday 10am-5pm

120 Artists

Deadline: April 17, 2023

Application fee: $25 Booth fee: $375

The Historic Shaw Art Fair is highly rated by artists for easy load-in/take-down, warm hospitality, a beautiful setting, hard-working volunteers and good sales. It is held in one of St. Louis’ finest historic neighborhoods — the Shaw Neighborhood. Stately homes along a tree-lined parkway provide a gracious setting for artists and visitors. A food court and live music, plus children's gallery and activity area round out the offerings.

The Art Fair will take place on the same weekend as the Best of Missouri Market at the Missouri Botanical Garden — typically held on the first complete October weekend each year — which is within walking distance of the Fair.

Artists comments

Easiest set up ever, great neighborhood, great venue, wonderful volunteers and organizers. Couldn't ask for better. And the food booths this year were INSANE! DELISH!!!
Good show. Amazing setting.
It is very unusual that I can't find something to complain about regarding a show. This show is the exception. Keep doing what you are doing. I don't know how you could make it a better.
Thank you to all the volunteers that give their time over the weekend. You have some of the best that care about the artist.

More info: http://ShawArtFair.org

Contact: Greg Gobberdiel ShawArtFair@ShawStLouis.org

Call for Artists: Art on Main

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 28, 2023 at 6:00am

September 23 & 24, 2023

Hendersonville, North Carolina

Main Street

Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm

100 Artists

Deadline: April 14, 2023

Application fee: $30 Booth fee: $300

This will be the 64th Art on Main. Autumn in the Western North Carolina mountains finds thousands of visitors traveling to the region to enjoy its amazing fall foliage. Tourists coming through the mountains for the beautiful foliage change stop for this world-class juried Fine Art Street festival. Hendersonville Downtown hosts 16,000- 18,000 visitors for this event.

Art on Main is held in Historic Downtown Hendersonville, surrounded by restaurants and shops with a layout in the street allowing a spacious booth layout with storage behind each booth and a safe event for artists and the public. Judges Awards will be up to $2,000.00. Judging will begin on Saturday morning at 10:00am. Judges Awards will be announced Sunday morning.

"I sold very well in 2022, and look forward to 2023."

More info: https://www.acofhc.org/

Contact: Eric Kerchner eric@acofhc.org

Call for Artists: Last Call - 53rd Annual Peters Valley Craft Fair

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 27, 2023 at 6:00am

September 23 & 24, 2023

Augusta, New Jersey

Sussex County Fairgrounds

Daily 10am-5pm

125+ Artists

Deadline: April 1, 2023

Application fee: $25 Booth fees start at $250

We invite you to apply to Peters Valley School of Craft’s 53rd Annual Juried Craft Fair that will be held at the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta, NJ. The show receives approximately 5,000 attendees mainly from NJ, NY, PA, CT. The show is advertised extensively throughout the tri-state area through print ads, mailings, radio and on social media. There is a web page featuring all participating artists with links to individual websites. Artist Merit Awards include cash prizes, next year booth discounts and jury exemption.

Awards

Gold Award: $150 cash award; $400 off 2024 booth fee
Silver Award: $125 cash award; $300 off 2024 booth fee
Bronze Award: $100 cash award; $200 off 2024 booth fee
Honorable Mention: $100 off 2024 booth fee
Emerging Artist Award: $125 cash award; $200 off 2024 booth fee

The Sussex County Fairgrounds are located at 37 Plains Road, Augusta, NJ. This fully accessible venue, is located less than 60 miles from NYC in the beautiful Sussex Skylands region, and conveniently located off of Route 206. Located 11 minutes away from the town of Newton, NJ, the Fairgrounds are close to hotels, food and shopping. RV parking and camping are available on-site for a fee.

Peters Valley is a nationally recognized nonprofit focused on cultivating creative thinking
through craft media and educating the public about fine craft.

More info: https://petersvalley.org/events/craft-fair/

Contact: Fran Singh craftfair@petersvalley.org

Call for Artists: Last Call - Evergreen Fine Arts Festival

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 24, 2023 at 6:00am

August 26 & 27, 2023

Evergreen, Colorado

Buchanan Rec Center Fields

Daily 10am-5pm

100+ Artists

Deadline: March 24, 2023

Application fee: $45 Booth fee: $485

This is the 57th ANNUAL EVERGREEN FINE ARTS FESTIVAL, held at the Buchanan Recreation Center (Evergreen Parkway and Ellingwood Trail/Squaw Pass). The original outdoor fine arts event for the Evergreen area, this high-quality arts festival provides this affluent bedroom community of Denver the best of the best in art. Each year an estimated 8,000 collectors from Fort Collins to Colorado Springs find their way to this free event nestled in the heart of the foothills west of Denver.

AWARDS

Ribbons and monetary awards are awarded at the artists dinner on Saturday evening following the close of the day's show. Artists do not need to be present to win.

ARTIST AMENITIES

Artist amenities include a catered dinner on Saturday evening for the artist and one guest, booth sitters, overnight security, free parking, artist only restrooms, easy access to food and beverages, and early set up on Friday.

AGAIN THIS YEAR .. artist parking within walking distance of the festival and artist pay parking on-site.

For more information and link to application, please go to www.evergreenfineartsfestival.com .

Contact: Julie Sims efafdirector@evergreenartists.org

Call for Artists: 47th Annual Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show

Posted by Meg Mettler on March 23, 2023 at 6:00am

November 2 - 5, 2023

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

PA Convention Center

Thursday 4pm-9pm, Friday 11am-7pm, Saturday 10am-6pm, &
Sunday 10am-5pm

195 artists

Deadline: April 1, 2023

Application fee: $50 Booth fees start at $1350

The 47th annual Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show will showcase work by 195 of the finest contemporary craft artists from across the United States. All work is for sale. Artists receive 100% of their sale proceeds. The Show will take place at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, conveniently located to restaurants, Chinatown, shopping, parking garages and public transportation.

Categories represented at the show include ceramics, furniture, jewelry, fiber, wood, metal, glass, emerging artists, and more. The Show opens on Thursday, November 2 with a gala preview and continues on Friday through Sunday, November 5 at 5pm.

Learn more: http://www.pmacraftshow.org

Contact: Nancy Omeara nancy.omeara@philamuseum.org

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