Call to Artists - Capitol Hill People's Fair

Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods, Inc (CHUN) Presents:
The 41st Anniversary of the Capitol Hill People's Fair

Call to Artists

WHAT:  An Arts & Crafts Festival, and Celebration of Community

WHERE: Denver, CO

WHEN: Saturday and Sunday
           June 2 and 3, 2012

NOTEWORTHY:

*Juried show.

*24-hour security.

*Booth sitters.

*Discounted parking in nearby garage with in-and-out privileges.

*Entry/booth fees: $35/$300.

*10% discount ($30) off booth fees for artists applying prior to February 1, 2012.

*Estimated annual attendance: 250,000

*For more details about the show, please visit www.peoplesfair.com.

The Capitol Hill People's Fair is one of the largest two-day festivals in the country with over 250,000 fairgoers, and is one of Colorado's longest-running outdoor urban festivals featuring handmade arts & crafts, food from local restaurants, and live local entertainment.  Located in the heart of downtown Denver, the People's Fair is a celebration of community and the kick-off to the summer festival season.  Exceptionally high public attendance and community support.

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS - deadline March 9, 2012:

Online application and more information available at: http://fs2.formsite.com/CHUN2010/AC2012/index.html

 

OR - you may download the application here:  

http://www.chundenver.org/client_files/5_page_files/ACAPPWEB.pdf
Email inquiries to:

Andrea Furness
CHUN Assistant Director
andreafurness@chundenver.org 

Or by telephone:
303-830-1651

LAST WEEK TO APPLY - Call to Artists - East Lansing Art Festival

East Lansing Art Festival 2012    

Call to Artists

WHAT:  Juried Fine Art and Fine Craft Event

WHERE: Downtown Streets of East Lansing, MI

WHEN: Saturday and Sunday
           May 19 - 20, 2012
           Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
           Sunday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

NOTEWORTHY:

*Nationally ranked - 60th in the nation by Sunshine Artist magazine's "200 Best."

*Limited to 200 - 220 participating artists.

*Helpful and friendly, well-seasoned staff and volunteers.

*Easy load-in and load-out.

*Knowledgeable and dedicated art patrons. 

*Parking near festival site, included in cost of booth fee.

*Boothsitting.

*10' x 10' booth spaces ($300) and 10' x 20' double booths ($600) available. Corners are available on a limited first-paid-first-served basis for an additional fee of $50.

*Non-profit event produced by the East Lansing Art Festival Board of Directors under the auspices of the East Lansing Arts Commission/City of East Lansing.

 

Established in 1964, the East Lansing Art Festival is held every Spring on the weekend prior to the Memorial Day weekend and is a festive kickoff of the art fair season. The popular Festival attracts an estimated 60,000 attendees from across the region. In addition to the 200-220 juried exhibitors, emerging artists are also invited to participate through a competitive selection process.

 

East Lansing is a charming University town with a wide variety of shops, restaurants, galleries and the beautiful Michigan State University campus across the street. ELAF attracts well-educated visitors, unaffected by the economic downturn in the State including professional people from State government and the University. Festival programming includes well-planned entertainment, and arts activities that enhance the art rather than distract from it. Affiliation with regional media and statewide Public TV and radio stations guarantees the festival is well promoted - bringing the right people to you.

 

From the director, Corinn VanWyck:

"Our artist surveys show that artists experience great sales at our festival - many, many artists reported that they had their best sales in quite a while at our show and were very happy to kick off the festival season in East Lansing! We have an informed and enthusiastic community of collectors here and they really welcome and appreciate the artists."

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR MAY FESTIVAL:

 

Deadline:  January 31, 2012 on www.zapplication.org 

 

For more details, visit: www.elartfest.com 

 

Email inquiries to:

info@elartfest.com

Call to Artists - Kings Mountain Art Fair

49th Annual
Kings Mountain Art Fair

Call to Artists

     

WHAT: Fine Arts and Crafts - Under the Redwoods

          Ranked as one of the Top Five Fine Art Fairs in California, and in the Top 50

          in the nation. (Art Fair SourceBook 2011)

WHERE: 13889 Skyline Boulevard, Woodside, California

            (30 minutes south of San Francisco, along the San Francisco Peninsula)  

         

WHEN:  Labor Day Weekend, Sept. 1 - 3, 2012 

           

NOTEWORTHY:
  

 *A stunning location and complete dedication to the artists (no musical groups, wine tastings, or commercial or corporate vendors).   This fair is known for drawing serious art buyers.

  

*A juried art fair, limited to 135 artists.

  

*An entirely volunteer run event, benefitting the Kings Mountain Fire Brigade and local school programs.  A strong reputation as an artist friendly venue, in a beautiful location, with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere for artists and patrons.

  

*Top 25% each year are automatically re-invited to return.

  

*Please visit www.kingsmountainartfair.org for more information and description.

 

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS: 

Deadline:  January 30

Apply through www.kingsmountainartfair.org/callforentry/ 

   

Application fee:  $10 due with online application

If accepted there is a $100 non-refundable entry fee and 15% commission on sales to participate.

Accepted artists are required to participate in the show, accompanying their art. (Assistants welcome to accompany and booth sitters are available during the Fair.)

Jurying occurs in February, acceptance notification is no later than March 15

Inquires: Please email KMAFsecty@kingsmountainartfair.org  or call (650) 851-2710

Opening Reception Tomorrow! - Allan Gorman - Abstract Journeys

"Two Doors Waiting"    ©2011    Oil on Linen     36 x 48

a l l a n   g o r m a n  -  a b s t r a c t   j o u r n e y s

  

a solo exhibition of new paintings at

 The Art Gallery | Sussex County Community College

One College Hill, Newton, NJ

       

January 23 - February 27, 2012

Opening Reception Friday
January 27, 2012 from 6-8 pm

For more information and directions please visit: http://www.sussex.edu

Limited Edition Artists Books Artist Residencies Art Fellowship Artist Opportunities New York - Women's Studio Workshop

Limited Edition Artists Books Artist Residencies Art Fellowship Artist Opportunities New York - Women's Studio Workshop

Drawing Now with the Hell'O Monsters and Jasmine Bertusi

Call to Artists - Park Point Art Festival

Park Point Art Festival

Call to Artists

WHAT:  Juried Fine Art and Fine Craft Festival

WHERE: On the Shores of Lake Superior, Duluth, MN

WHEN: Saturday and Sunday
           June 23 - 24, 2012

NOTEWORTHY:

*One of  Minnesota's premier art festivals.

*Limited to 120 juried fine artists and craft persons.

*Jury/Booth Fees: $15/$185.

*$1,300 Cash Awards.

*Extensive Advertising and Promotional Program.

*Friday Setup; drive up to your space for load-in and load-out.

*Artist Amenities include booth-sitters, water delivery to booth, artist's dinner.

*For more details about the show, click HERE
Located on the sandy shores of Duluth's unique Park Point Neighborhood, the festival is a grassroots event planned and operated by a dedicated volunteer group from the Park Point Community Club.  The festival is known for its excellent treatment of artists, as well as a highly loyal community of art enthusiasts and buyers.  The stunning waterside setting and repeat customers encourage artists from the Midwest and beyond to return every year.

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS:

Click HERE to download the application.

Deadline:
March 1, 2012

Email inquiries to:
carlatamburro@charter.net

You may also contact by telephone: Carla Tamburro
Art Fair Coordinator
218-428-1916