GREAT NECK STREET FAIR

Showtiques Crafts, Inc., P.O. Box 477, Smithtown NY 11787. (631)724-5966. Fax: (631)724-5967. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.showtiques.com. Estab. 1978. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in early May (see website for details) in the Village of Great Neck. “Welcomes professional artists, craftspeople and vendors of upscale giftware.” Outdoors. Accepts photography, all arts & crafts made by the exhibitor. Juried. Number of exhibitors: 250. Public attendance: 50,000. Free to public. Deadline for entry: until full. Space fee: $150; corner space for $175. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website or call.

GREENWICH VILLAGE ART FAIR

711 N. Main St., Rockford IL 61103. (815)968-2787. Fax: (815)316-2179. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.rockfordartmuseum.org. Estab. 1948. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in September. Outdoors. Our application will open late October and close early January. Download prospectus to apply. Accepts photography and all mediums. Juried by a panel of artists and committee. Awards/prizes: Best of Show and Best of Categories. Number of exhibitors: 120. Public attendance: 7,000. Artists should apply by mail or locating prospectus on the website. Deadline for entry: April 30. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website or call.

GUILFORD CRAFT EXPO

P.O. Box 28, Woodstock NY 12498. (845)331-7900. Email: [email protected]. Website: guilfordartcenter.org; www.artrider.com. Estab. 1957. Fine craft & art show held annually in mid-July. Outdoors. Accepts photography, wearable and nonwearable fiber, metal and nonmetal jewelry, clay, leather, wood, glass, painting, drawing, prints, mixed media. Juried by 5 images of work and 1 of booth, viewed sequentially. Number of exhibitors: 180. Public attendance: 14,000. Public admission: $7. Artists should apply by downloading application from www.artrider.com or can apply online at www.zapplication.org. Deadline for entry: early January. Application fee: $45. Space fee: $630-655. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website, call.

GUNSTOCK SUMMER FESTIVAL

38 Charles St., Rochester NH 03867. (603)332-2616. Fax: (603)332-8413. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.castleberryfairs.com. Estab. 1971. Arts & crafts show held annually in early July in Gilford NH (see website for details). Indoors and outdoors. Accepts photography and all other mediums. Juried by photo, slide or sample. Number of exhibitors: 100. Public attendance: 10,000. Free to the public. Artists should apply by downloading application from website. Deadline for entry: until full. Space fee: $275. Exhibition space: 10x8 ft. (indoor) or 10×10 ft. (outdoor). For more information, artists should visit website.

TIPS "Do not bring a book; do not bring a chair. Smile and make eye contact with everyone who enters your booth. Have them sign your guest book; get their email address so you can let them know when you are in the area again. And, finally, make the sale-they are at the fair to shop, after all."

HIGHLAND MAPLE FESTIVAL

P.O. Box 223, Monterey VA 24465. (540)468-2550. Fax: (540)468-2551. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.highlandcounty.org. Estab. 1958. Fine arts & crafts show held annually the 2nd and 3rd weekends in March. Indoors and outdoors. Accepts photography, pottery, weaving, jewelry, painting, wood crafts, furniture. Juried by 3 photos or slides. Number of exhibitors: 150. Public attendance: 35,00050,000. “Vendors accepted until show is full.” Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website, call.

TIPS "Have quality work and good salesmanship."

HIGHLANDS ART LEAGUE’S ANNUAL FINE ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL

1989 Lakeview Dr., Sebring FL 33870. (863)385-6682.Fax: (863)385-6611. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.highlandsartleague.org. Contact: Martile Blackman, festival director. Estab. 1966. Fine arts & crafts show held annually 2nd weekend in November. Outdoors. Accepts photography, pottery, painting, jewelry, fabric. Juried based on quality of work. Awards/prizes: monetary awards up to $3,100 and purchase awards. Number of exhibitors: 100+. Public attendance: more than 15,000. Free to the public. Artists should apply by calling or visiting website for application form. Deadline for entry: October. Exhibition space: 10x14 and 10x28 ft. Artists should e-mail for more information.

HINSDALE FINE ARTS FESTIVAL

22 E. First St., Hinsdale IL 60521. (630)323-3952. Fax: (630)323-3953. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.hinsdalechamber.com. Fine arts show held annually in mid-June. Outdoors. Accepts photography, ceramics, painting, sculpture, fiber arts, mixed media, jewelry. Juried by 3 slides. Awards/ prizes: Best in Show, President’s Award and 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in 2D and 3D categories. Number of exhibitors: 140. Public attendance: 2,000-3,000. Free to public. Artists should apply online at www.zappli-cation.org. Deadline for entry: First week in March. Application fee: $30. Space fee: $225. Exhibition space: 10 10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail or visit website.

TIPS "Original artwork sold by artist."

HOLIDAY ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW

60 Ida Lee Dr., Leesburg VA 20176. (703)777-1368. Fax: (703)737-7165. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.idalee.org. Estab. 1990. Arts & crafts show held annually the 1st weekend in December. Indoors. Accepts photography, jewelry, pottery, baskets, clothing, accessories. Juried. Number of exhibitors: 95. Public attendance: 2,500. Free to public. Artists should apply by downloading application from website. Deadline for entry: August 31. Space fee: $110. Exhibition space: 10x7 ft. and 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail or visit website.

HOLIDAY CRAFTMORRISTOWN

P.O. Box 28, Woodstock NY 12498. (845)331-7900. Fax: (845)331-7484. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.craftsatmorristown.com. Estab. 1990. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in early December. Indoors. Accepts photography, wearable and nonwearable fiber, metal and nonmetal jewelry, clay, leather, wood, glass, painting, drawing, prints, mixed media. Juried by 5 images of work and 1 of booth, viewed sequentially. Number of exhibitors: 150. Public attendance: 5,000. Public admission: $7. Artists should apply by downloading application from www.artrider.com or can apply online at www.zap-plication.org. Deadline for entry: early July. Application fee: $45. Space fee: $495. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website, call.

HOLLY ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL

P.O. Box 2122, Pinehurst NC 28370. (910)295-7462. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.pinehurstbusinessguild.com. Contact: Susan Harrison. Estab. 1978. Annual arts & crafts show held 3rd Saturday in October. Outdoors. Accepts quality photography, arts and crafts. Juried based on uniqueness, quality of product and overall display. Awards/prizes: plaque given to Best in Show. Number of exhibitors: 200. Public attendance: 7,000. Free to the public. Artists should apply online. Deadline for entry: late March. Space fee: $75. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should call or visit website.

HOME, CONDO AND GARDEN ART & CRAFT FAIR

P.O. Box 486, Ocean City MD 21843. (410)213-8090. Fax: (410)213-8092. E-mail: oceanpromotions@ beachin.net. Website: www.oceanpromotions.info. Estab. 1984. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in March. Indoors. Accepts photography, carvings, pottery, ceramics, glass work, floral, watercolor, sculpture, prints, oils, pen and ink. Number of exhibitors: 125. Public attendance: 12,000. Public admission: $7/ adults; $6/seniors & students; 13 and under free. Artists should apply by e-mailing request for info and application (can also be completed online). Deadline for entry: until full. Space fee: $250. Exhibition space: 8x12 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website or call.

HOME DECORATING & REMODELING SHOW

P.O. Box 230699, Las Vegas NV 89105-0699. (702)450-7984; (800)343-8344. Fax: (702)451-7305. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.nashvillehomeshow.com. Estab. 1983. Home show held annually in early September (see website for details). Indoors. Accepts photography, sculpture, watercolor, oils, mixed media, pottery. Awards/prizes: Outstanding Booth Award. Number of exhibitors: 300-350. Public attendance: 25,000. Public admission: $8. Artists should apply by calling. Marketing is directed to middle and above income brackets. Deadline for entry: open until filled. Space fee: $900+. Exhibition space: 9x10 ft. For more information, artists should call or visit website.

HOT SPRINGS ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR

308 Pullman, Hot Springs AR 71901. (501)623-9592. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.hotspringsartsandcraftsfair.com. Contact: Peggy Barnett. Estab. 1968. Fine arts & crafts show held annually the 1st full weekend in October at the Garland County Fairgrounds. Indoors and outdoors. Accepts photography and varied mediums ranging from heritage, crafts, jewelry, furniture. Juried by a committee of 12 volunteers. Number of exhibitors: 350+. Public attendance: 50,000+. Free to public. Deadline for entry: August. Space fee: $100-200. Exhibition space: 10×10 or 10×20 ft. For more information, and to apply, artists should e-mail, call or visit website.

HYDE PARK ARTS & CRAFTS ADVENTURE

P.O. Box 1326, Palatine IL 60078. (312)751-2500, (847)991-4748. Fax: (847)21-5853. E-mail: [email protected] or [email protected]. Website: www.americansocietyofartists.org. Estab. 2006. Arts & crafts show held once a year in late September. Event held in Chicago, Illinois. Outdoors. Accepts photography, painting, glass, wood, fiber arts, hand-crafted candles, quilts, sculpture and more. Juried by 4 slides or photos of work and 1 slide or photo of display; #10 SASE; a résumé or show listing is helpful. Number of exhibitors: 50. Free to the public. Artists should apply by submitting jury materials. To jury via e-mail: [email protected]. If juried in, you will receive a jury/approval number. See website for jurying online.Deadline for entry: 2 months prior to show or earlier if spaces fill. Entry fee: $155. Exhibition space: approximately 100 sq. ft. for single space; other sizes are available. For more information, artists should send SASE, submit jury material.

TIPS "Remember that when you are at work in your studio, you are an artist. But when you are at a show, you are a business person selling your work."

STAN HYWET HALL & GARDENS WONDERFUL WORLD OF OHIO MART

714 N. Portage Path, Akron OH 44303. (330)836-5533 or (888)836-5533. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.stanhywet.org. Estab. 1966. Arts & crafts show held annually 1st full weekend in October. Outdoors. Accepts photography and all mediums. Juried 2 Saturdays in January and via mail application. Awards/prizes: Best Booth Display. Number of exhibitors: 115. Public attendance: 15,000-20,000. Deadline: June 1. Application fee: $25, nonrefundable. Application available online. Space fee: $525-750. Exhibition space: 10×10 or 10x15 ft. For more information, artists should visit website or call.

INDIANA ART FAIR

650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis IN 46204. (317)232-8293. Fax: (317)233-8268. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.indianamuseum.org. Estab. 2004. Annual art/craft show held the third weekend of February. Indoors. Juried event; 5-6 judges award points in 3 categories. 80 exhibitors; 3,000 attendees. $7 admission for the public. Application fee $25. Space fee $165; 80 square feet. Accepts ceramics, glass, fiber, jewelry, painting, sculpture, mixed media, drawing/pastels, garden, leather, surface décoration, wood, metal, printmaking, and photography.

TIPS "Make sure that your booth space complements your product and presents well. Good photography can be key for juried shows."

INDIAN WELLS ARTS FESTIVAL

78-200 Miles Ave, Indian Wells CA 92210. (760)346-0042. Fax: (760)346-0042. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.indianwellsartsfestival.com. Contact: Dianne Funk, producer. “A premier fine arts festival attracting thousands annually. The Indian Wells Arts Festival brings a splash of color to the beautiful grass concourse of the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. This spectacular venue transforms into an artisan village featuring 200 judged and juried artists and hundreds of pieces of one-of-a-kind artwork available for sale. Watch glass blowing, monumental rock sculpting, wood carving, pottery wheel demonstrations, weaving and mural painting. Wine tasting, gourmet market, children’s activities, entertainment and refreshments add to the festival atmosphere.” See Website for information and an application.

TIPS "Have a professional display of work. Be approachable and engage in conversation. Don’t give up—people sometimes need to see you a couple of times before they buy."

INTERNATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL

201 Hay St., Fayetteville NC 28302. (910)323-1776. Fax: (910)323-1727. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.theartscouncil.com. Contact: Ashley Hunt, special events coordinator; Kelvin Culbreth, director of special events. Estab. 1978. Fine arts & crafts show held annually the last weekend in September. Outdoors. Accepts photography, painting of all mediums, pottery, woodworking, sculptures. Work must be original. Juried. Awards: $1,000 in cash prizes. Number of exhibitors: 120+. Public attendance: 85,000-100,000 over two days. Free to public. Artists should apply on the website. Deadline for entry: early September. Application fee: $75; includes space fee. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail or visit website.

TIPS "Have reasonable prices."

ISLE OF EIGHT FLAGS SHRIMP FESTIVAL

18 N. Second St., Fernandina Beach FL 32034. (904)271-7020. Fax: (904)261-1074. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.islandart.org. Estab. 1963. Fine arts & crafts show and community celebration held annually the 1st weekend in May. Outdoors. Accepts all mediums. Juried. Awards: $9,700 in cash prizes. Number of exhibitors: 300. Public attendance: 150,000. Free to public. Artists should apply by downloading application from website. Deadline for entry: late January. Application fee: $30. Space fee: $200. Exhibition space: 10×12 ft. Average gross sales/exhibitor: $1,500+. For more information, artists should visit website.

TIPS "Quality product and attractive display."

JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY SPRING FAIR

3400 N. Charles St., Mattin Suite 210, Baltimore MD 21218. (410)513-7692. Fax: (410)516-6185. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.jhuspringfair.com. Estab. 1972. Fine arts & crafts, campus-wide festival held annually in April. Outdoors. Accepts photography and all mediums. Juried. Number of exhibitors: 80. Public attendance: 20,000+. Free to public. Artists should apply via website. Deadline for entry: early March. Application fee: $200. Space fee: $200. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website or call.

TIPS "Artists should have fun displays, good prices, good variety and quality pieces."

JUBILEE FESTIVAL

Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Drawer 310, Daphne AL 36526. (251)621-8222 or (251)928-6387. Fax: (251)621-8001. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.eschamber.com. Estab. 1952. Fine arts & crafts show held in late September in Olde Towne of Daphne AL. Outdoors. Accepts photography and fine arts and crafts. Juried. Awards/ prizes: ribbons and cash prizes totaling $4,300 with Best of Show awarding $750. Number of exhibitors: 258. Free to the public. Space fee: $100. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, and application form, artists should e-mail, call, see website.

KENTUCK FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

503 Main Ave., Northport AL 35476. (205)758-1257. Fax: (205)758-1258. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.kentuck.org. Call or e-mail for more information. General information about the festival available on the Website. “Celebrates a variety of artistic styles ranging from folk to contemporary arts as well as traditional crafts. Each of the 250+ artists participating in the festival is either invited as a guest artist or is juried based on the quality and originality of their work. The guest artists are nationally recognized folk and visionary artists whose powerful visual images continue to capture national and international acclaim."

KETNER’S MILL COUNTY ARTS FAIR

P.O. Box 322, Lookout Mountain TN 37350. (423)267-5702. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.ketnersmill.org. Contact: Dee Nash, event coordinator. Estab. 1977. Arts & crafts show held annually the 3rd weekend in October held on the grounds of the historic Ketner’s Mills, in Whitwell TN, and the banks of the Sequatchie River. Outdoors. Accepts photography, painting, prints, dolls, fiber arts, baskets, folk art, wood crafts, jewelry, musical instruments, sculpture, pottery, glass. Juried. Number of exhibitors: 170. Number of attendees: 10,000/day, depending on weather. Artists should apply online. Space fee: $125. Exhibition space: 15×15 ft. Average gross sales/exhibitor: $1,500.

TIPS "Display your best and most expensive work, framed. But also have smaller unframed items to sell. Never underestimate a show: Someone may come forward and buy a large item."

KIA ART FAIR (KALAMAZOO INSTITUTE OF ARTS)

314 S. Park St., Kalamazoo MI 49007. (269)349-7775. Fax: (269)349-9313. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.kiarts.org/artfair. Estab. 1951. Fine arts & crafts show held annually the 1st Friday and Saturday in June. Outdoors. “The KIA’s annual art fair has been going strong for 60 years. Still staged in shady, historic Bronson Park, the fair boasts more hours, more artists and more activities. It now spans 2 full days. The art fair provides patrons with more time to visit and artists with an insurance day in case of rain. Some 210 artists will be invited to set up colorful booths. Numerous festivities are planned, including picnics in the park, public art activities, street performers and an artist dinner. For more information, visit www.kiarts.org/artfair."

KINGS MOUNTAIN ART FAIR

13106 Skyline Blvd., Woodside CA 94062. (650)851-2710. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.kingsmountainartfair.org. Contact: Carrie German, administrative assistant. Estab. 1963. Fine arts & crafts show held annually Labor Day weekend. Fundraiser for volunteer fire dept. Accepts photography, ceramics, clothing, 2D, painting, glass, jewelry, leather, sculpture, textile/fiber, wood. Juried. Number of exhibitors: 138. Public attendance: 10,000. Free to public. Deadline for entry: late January. Application fee: $10 (online). Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. Average gross sales/exhibitor: $3,500. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website, call or send SASE.

TIPS "Read and follow the instructions. Keep an open mind and be flexible."

KRASL ART FAIR ON THE BLUFF

707 Lake Blvd., St. Joseph MI 49085. (269)983-0271. Fax: (269)983-0275. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.krasl.org. Estab. 1962. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in early July (see website for details).Outdoors. Accepts photography, painting, digital art, drawing, pastels, wearable and nonwearable fiber art, glass, jewelry, sculpture, printmaking, metals and woods. Number of exhibitors: 216. Number of attendees: more than 70,000. Free to public. Application fee: $30. Applications are available online through www.zapplication.com. Deadline for entry: approximately mid-January. There is on-site jurying the same day of the fair and approximately 50% are invited back without having to pay the $30 application fee. Space fee: $250. Exhibition space: 15×15 ft. or $275 for 20×20 ft. (limited). Average gross sales/exhibitor: $3,000. For more information, artists should e-mail or visit website.

TIPS "Be willing to talk to people in your booth. You are your own best asset!"

LAKE CITY ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL

P.O. Box 1147, Lake City CO 81235. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.lakecityarts.org. Estab. 1975. Fine arts/arts & craft show held annually 3rd Tuesday in July. One-day event. Outdoors. Accepts photography, jewelry, metal work, woodworking, painting, handmade items. Juried by 3-5 undisclosed jurors. Prize: Winners are entered in a drawing for a free booth space in the following year’s show. Number of Exhibitors: 85. Public Attendance: 500. Free to the public. Space fee: $75. Exhibition space: 12×12 ft. Average gross sales/exhibitor: $500-$1,000. For more information, and application form, artists should visit website.

TIPS "Repeat vendors draw repeat customers. People like to see their favorite vendors each year or every other year. If you come every year, have new things as well as your best-selling products."

LEEPER PARK ART FAIR

22180 Sundancer Ct., Villa 504, Estero FL 33928. (239)495-1783. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.leeperparkartfair.org. Contact: Judy Ladd, director. Estab. 1967. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in June. Indoors. Accepts photography and all areas of fine art. Juried by slides. Awards/prizes: $3,500. Number of exhibitors: 120. Public attendance: 10,000. Free to public. Artists should apply by going to the website and clicking on “To Apply.” Deadline for entry: early March. Exhibition space: 12×12 ft. Average gross sales/exhibitor: $5,000. For more information, artists should e-mail or send SASE.

TIPS "Make sure your booth display is well presented and, when applying, slides are top notch!"

LES CHENEAUX FESTIVAL OF ARTS

Les Cheneaux Islands Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 301, Cedarville MI 49719. (906)484-3935; (888)364-7526. Fax: (906)484-6107. Website: www.lescheneaux.net/?annualevents. Estab. 1976. Fine arts & crafts show held annually 2nd Saturday in August. Outdoors. Accepts photography and all other media; original work and design only; no kits or commercially manufactured goods. Juried by a committee of 10. Submit 4 slides (3 of the artwork; 1 of booth display). Awards: monetary prizes for excellent and original work. Number of exhibitors: 70. Public attendance: 8,000. Public admission: $7. Artists should fill out application form to apply. Deadline for entry: April 1. Application fee: $65. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. Average gross sales/exhibitor: $5-500. For more information, artists should call, send SASE, or visit website.

LIBERTY ARTS SQUARED

P.O. Box 302, Liberty MO 64069. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.libertyartssquared.org. Estab. 2010. Outdoor fine art/craft show held annually. Accepts all mediums. Awards: prizes totaling $4,000; Literary Arts for Awards-$ 500; Visual Arts for Awards-$1,500; Folk Art for Awards-$1,500; Overall Best of Show Award-$ 500. Free admission to the public; free parking. Application fee: $25. Space fee: $75. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, e-mail or visit website.

LILAC FESTIVAL ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW

E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.lilacfestival.com. Estab. 1985. Arts & crafts show held annually in mid-May (see website for details). Outdoors. Accepts photography, painting, ceramics, woodworking, metal sculpture, fiber. Juried by a panel. Number of exhibitors: 150. Public attendance: 25,000. Free to public. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. Space fee: $200. For more information, and to apply, artists should e-mail or visit website.

LOMPOC FLOWER FESTIVAL

Lompoc Valley Art Association, 119 E. Cypress Ave., Lompoc CA 93436. (805)737-1129. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.lompocvalleyartassocia-tion.com. Contact: Becky Jazo. Estab. 1942. Sponsored by Cyprus Gallery. Show held annually last week in June. Festival event includes a parade, food booths, entertainment, beer garden and commercial center, which is not located near arts & crafts area. Outdoors. Accepts photography, fine art, woodworking, pottery, stained glass, fine jewelry. Juried by 5 members of the LVAA. Vendor must submit 5 photos of their craft and a description on how to make the craft. Free to public. Artists should apply by calling for application or download application from website. Deadline for entry: early May. Application fee: $200, plus insurance. Exhibition space: 12×16 ft. For more information, artists should visit website, call the gallery or send SASE.

TIPS "Artists should have prices that are under $100 to succeed."

MADISON CHAUTAUQUA FESTIVAL OF ART

601 W. First St., Madison IN 47250. (812)265-6100. Fax: (812)273-3694. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.madisonchautauqua.com. Contact: Georgie Kelly, coordinator. Estab. 1971. “Enjoy this juried fine arts & crafts show, featuring painting, sculpture, stained glass, textiles, pottery and more amid the tree-lined streets of Madison’s historic district. Stop by the Riverfront FoodFest for delicious treats. Relax and listen to the live performances on the Lanier Mansion lawn on the riverfront, and enjoy strolling performers.” Takes place in late September. “Painting (2D artists may sell prints but must include originals as well), drawing, photography, sculpture, weaving, wearables, jewelry, fiber, wood, baskets, clay/ pottery, glass, paper and leather. Other media will be considered, individually. No buy-sell, imports or kits. The number of artists in each category is limited to protect the integrity of the show. “

TIPS "Be honest with products. Communicate with organizers. Fair market price for area."

MASON ARTS FESTIVAL

Mason-Deerfield Arts Alliance, P.O. Box 381, Mason OH 45040. (513)309-8585. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.masonarts.org. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in mid-September (see website for details). Indoors and outdoors. Accepts photography, graphics, printmaking, mixed media; painting and drawing; ceramics, metal sculpture; fiber, glass, jewelry, wood, leather. Juried. Awards/prizes: $3,000+. Number of exhibitors: 75-100. Public attendance: 3,000-5,000. Free to the public. Artists should apply by visiting website for application, e-mailing or calling. Deadline for entry: April 1. Jury fee: $25. Space fee: $75. Exhibition space: 12×12 ft.; artist must provide 10×10 ft. pop-up tent.

City Gallery show is held indoors; these artists are not permitted to participate outdoors and vice versa. City Gallery is a juried show featuring approximately 30-50 artists who may show up to 2 pieces.

MEMORIAL WEEKEND ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL

38 Charles St., Rochester NH 03867. (603)332-2616. Fax: (603) 332-8413. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.castleberryfairs.com. Estab. 1989. Arts & crafts show held annually on Memorial Day weekend in Meredith NH. Outdoors. Accepts photography and all other mediums. Juried by photo, slide or sample. Number of exhibitors: 85. Public attendance: 7,500. Free to the public. Artists should apply by downloading application from website. Deadline for entry: until full. Space fee: $325. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should visit website.

TIPS "Do not bring a book; do not bring a chair. Smile and make eye contact with everyone who enters your booth. Have them sign your guest book; get their email address so you can let them know when you are in the area again. And, finally, make the sale—they are at the fair to shop, after all."

MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY HOLIDAY ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW

319 MSU Union, East Lansing MI 48824. (517)355-3354. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.uabevents.com. Estab. 1963. Arts & crafts show held annually, 1st weekend in December. Indoors. Accepts photography, basketry, candles, ceramics, clothing, sculpture, soaps, drawings, floral, fibers, glass, jewelry, metals, painting, graphics, pottery, wood. Juried by a panel of judges using the photographs submitted by each vendor to eliminate commercial products. They will evaluate on quality, creativity and crowd appeal. Number of exhibitors: 220. Public attendance: 15,000. Free to public. Artists should apply online. Exhibition space: 8×5 ft. For more information, artists should visit website or call.

MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY SPRING ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW

319 MSU Union, East Lansing MI 48824. (517)355-3354. Fax: (517)432-2448. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.uabevents.com. Contact: Stephanie Bierlein. Estab. 1963. Arts & crafts show held annually the weekend before Memorial Day Weekend in mid-May in conjunction with the East Lansing Art Festival. Both shows are free for the public to attend. Outdoors. Accepts photography, basketry, candles, ceramics, clothing, sculpture, soaps, drawings, floral, fibers, glass, jewelry, metals, painting, graphics, pottery, wood. Juried by a panel ofjudg-es using the photographs submitted by each vendor to eliminate commercial products. They will evaluate on quality, creativity and crowd appeal. Number of exhibitors: 329. Public attendance: 60,000. Free to public. Artists can apply online beginning in February. Online applications will be accepted until show is filled. Application fee: $260 ($240 if apply online). Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. (double booth available, $500 or $480 online). For more information, artists should visit website or call.

MID-MISSOURI ARTISTS CHRISTMAS ARTS & CRAFTS SALE

P.O. Box 116, Warrensburg MO 64093. (660)747-6092. E-mail: [email protected]. Estab. 1970. Holiday arts & crafts show held annually in November. Indoors. Accepts photography and all original arts and crafts. Juried by 3 good-quality color photos (2 of the artwork, 1 of the display). Number of exhibitors: 50. Public attendance: 1,200. Free to the public. Artists should apply by e-mailing or calling for an application form. Deadline for entry: early November. Space fee: $50. Exhibition space: 10x 10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail or call.

TIPS "Items under $100 are most popular."

MONTAUK POINT LIONS CLUB

PO Box 683, Montauk NY 11954. (631)668-2428. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.onmontauk.com/index.shtml. Estab. 1970. Arts & crafts show held annually Labor Day weekend. Outdoors. Accepts photography, arts & crafts. Number of exhibitors: 100. Public attendance: 1,000. Free to public. Exhibition space: 100 sq. ft. For more information, artists should call or visit website.

MOUNTAIN STATE FOREST FESTIVAL

P.O. Box 388, 101 Lough St., Elkins WV 26241. (304)636-1824. Fax: (304)636-4020. E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]. Website: www.forestfestival.com. Contact: Renee Heckel, executive director. Estab. 1930. Arts, crafts & photography show held annually in early October. Accepts photography and homemade crafts. Awards/prizes: cash awards for photography only. Number of exhibitors: 50. Public attendance: 50,000. Free to the public. Artists should apply by requesting an application form. For more information, artists should visit website, call, or visit Facebook page (Search “Mountain State Forest Festival").

MOUNT GRETNA OUTDOOR ART SHOW

P.O. Box 637, Mount Gretna PA 17064. (717)964-3270. Fax: (717)964-3054. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.mtgretnaarts.com. Estab. 1974. Fine arts & crafts show held annually 3rd full weekend in August. Outdoors. Accepts photography, oils, acrylics, watercolors, mixed media, jewelry, wood, paper, graphics, sculpture, leather, clay/porcelain. Juried by 4 professional artists who assign each applicant a numeric score. The highest scores in each medium are accepted. Awards/prizes: Judges’ Choice Awards: 30 artists are invited to return the following year, jury exempt; the top 10 are given a monetary award of $250. Number of exhibitors: 250. Public attendance: 15,000-19,000. Public admission: $8; children under 12 free. Artists should apply via www.zapplication.org. Deadline for entry: early April. Application fee: $25. Space fee: $350 per 10×12 ft. space; $700 per 10×24 ft. double space. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website, call.

NAPA RIVER WINE & CRAFTS FAIR

After the Gold Rush, P.O. Box 5171, Walnut Creek CA 94596. (707)257-0322. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.napadowntown.com; www.afterthegoldrushfestivals.com. Wine and crafts show held annually in early September (see website for details). Outdoors. Accepts photography, jewelry, clothing, woodworking, glass, dolls, candles and soaps, garden art. Juried based on quality, uniqueness, and overall craft mix of applicants. Number of exhibitors: over 200. Public attendance: 20,000-30,000. Artists should apply online. Space fee: $200. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website or call.

TIPS "Electricity is available, but limited. There is a $40 processing fee for cancellations."

NEW ENGLAND ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL

38 Charles St., Rochester NH 03867. (603)322-2616. Fax: (603)332-8413. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.castleberryfairs.com. Estab. 1988. Arts & crafts show held annually on Labor Day weekend in Topsfield, Massachusetts. Indoors and outdoors. Accepts photography and all other mediums. Juried by photo, slide or sample. Number of exhibitors: 250. Public attendance: 25,000. Artists should apply by downloading application from website. Deadline for entry: until full. Exhibition space: 100 sq. ft. Average gross sales/exhibitor: “Generally, this is considered an ‘excellent’ show, so I would guess most exhibitors sell ten times their booth fee, or in this case, at least $3,500 in sales.” For more information, artists should visit website.

TIPS "Do not bring a book; do not bring a chair. Smile and make eye contact with everyone who enters your booth. Have them sign your guest book; get their email address so you can let them know when you are in the area again. And, finally, make the sale—they are at the fair to shop, after all."

NEW ENGLAND CRAFT & SPECIALTY FOOD FAIR

38 Charles St., Rochester NH 03867. (603)332-2616. Fax: (603) 332-8413. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.castleberryfairs.com. Estab. 1995. Arts & crafts show held annually on Veteran’s Day weekend in Salem, New Hampshire. Indoors. Accepts photography and all other mediums. Juried by photo, slide or sample. Number of exhibitors: 200. Public attendance: 15,000. Artists should apply by downloading application from website. Deadline for entry: until full. Space fee: $350-450. Exhibition space: 10×6 or 10×10 ft. Average gross sales/exhibitor: “Generally, this is considered an ‘excellent’ show, so I would guess most exhibitors sell ten times their booth fee, or in this case, at least $3,000 in sales.” For more information, artists should visit website.

TIPS "Do not bring a book; do not bring a chair. Smile and make eye contact with everyone who enters your booth. Have them sign your guest book; get their email address so you can let them know when you are in the area again. And, finally, make the sale—they are at the fair to shop, after all."

NEW MEXICO ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR

2501 San Pedro St., NE, Suite 110, Albuquerque NM 87110. (505)884-9043. Fax: (505)884-9084. Email: [email protected]. Website: www.nmartsandcraftsfair.org. Estab. 1962. Fine arts & craft show held annually in June. Indoors. Accepts décorative and functional ceramics, digital art, drawing, precious and nonprecious jewelry, photography, paintings, printmaking, mixed media, metal, sculpture and wood. Only New Mexico residents 18 years and older are eligible. See website for more details.

NEW ORLEANS JAZZ & HERITAGE FESTIVAL

336 Camp St., Suite 250, New Orleans LA 70130. (504)410-4100. Fax: (504)410-4122. Website: www.nojazzfest.com. Estab. 1970. This festival showcases music, cuisine, arts and crafts from the region and around the world. The Louisiana Heritage Fair is held at the Fair Grounds Race Course over the course of 2 weekends (late April/early May; see website for details). Contact the Crafts Dept (at the above address) for an application. Deadline: late December (see website for details). Call or visit website for more information.

NEW SMYRNA BEACH ART FIESTA

New Smyrna Beach Visitors Bureau, 2238 State Road 44, New Smyrna Beach FL 32168. (386)424-2175; (800)541-9621. Fax: (386)424-2177. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.cityofnsb.com; nsbfla. com/index.cfm. Estab. 1952. Arts & crafts show held annually the last full weekend in February. Outdoors. Accepts photography, oil, acrylics, pastel, drawings, graphics, sculpture, crafts, watercolor. Awards/prizes: $15,000 prize money; $1,600/category; Best of Show. Number of exhibitors: 250. Public attendance: 14,000. Free to public. Artists should apply by calling to get on mailing list. Applications are always mailed out the day before Thanksgiving. Deadline for entry: until full. Application/space fee: $150 plus tax. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should call.

NEW WORLD FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

P.O. Box 994, Manteo NC 27954. (252)473-2838. Fax: (252)473-6044. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.townofmanteo.com. Contact: Edward Greene. Estab. 1963. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in mid-August (see website for details). Outdoors. Juried. Location is the Waterfront in downtown Manteo. Features 80 selected artists from Vermont to Florida exhibiting and selling their works.

NORTH CONGREGATIONAL PEACH &CRAFT FAIR

17 Church St., New Hartford CT 06057. (860)379-2466. Estab. 1966. Arts & crafts show held annually in mid-August. Outdoors on the Green at Pine Meadow. Accepts photography, most arts and crafts. Number of exhibitors: 50. Public attendance: 500-2,000. Free to public. Artists should call for application form. Deadline for entry: August. Application fee: $60. Exhibition space: 11x11 ft.

TIPS "Be prepared for all kinds of weather."

OAK PARK AVENUE-LAKE ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW

P.O. Box 1326, Palatine IL 60078. (312)751-2500, (847)991-4748. Fax: (847)221-5853. E-mail: [email protected] or [email protected]. Website: www.americansocietyofartists.org. Estab. 1974. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in mid-August. Event held in Oak Park, Illinois. Outdoors. Accepts photography, painting, graphics, sculpture, glass, wood, paper, fiber arts, mosaics and more. Juried by 4 slides or photos of work and 1 slide or photo of display; #10 SASE; a résumé or show listing is helpful. Number of exhibitors: 150. Free to the public. Artists should apply by submitting jury materials. If you want to jury online please see our website and follow directions given there. To jury via e-mail: [email protected]. If juried in, you will receive a jury/approval number. Deadline for entry: 2 months prior to show or earlier if spaces fill. Entry fee: $170. Exhibition space: approximately 100 sq. ft. for single space; other sizes available. For more information, artists should send SASE, submit jury material.

TIPS "Remember that when you are at work in your studio, you are an artist. But when you are at a show, you are a business person selling your work."

OFFICIAL TEXAS STATE ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR

4000 Riverside Dr., Kerrville TX 78028. (830)896-5711; (888)835-1455. Fax: (830)896-5569. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.theartoftexas.com. Fine arts & crafts show held annually Memorial Day weekend on the grounds of the River Star Arts & Event Park. One of the top ranked arts & crafts events in the nation. Outdoors. Public admission: $10 (adult 3-day), $7 (adult Monday-only), $2 (children 12 & under). Application fee: $20. Space fee: $300-650. Exhibition space: 10×10 or 10×20 ft. (outdoor tent or indoor exhibit hall available). Application form online. Deadline: early December. For more information, artists should call, e-mail or visit website.

TIPS "Market and advertise."

OLD TOWN ART FAIR

1763 N. North Park Ave., Chicago IL 60614. (312)337-1938. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.oldtownartfair.com. Fine art festival held annually in early June (see website for details). Located in the city’s historic Old Town Triangle District. Artists featured are chosen by an independent jury of professional artists, gallery owners and museum curators. Features a wide-range of art mediums, including 2D and 3D mixed media, drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry and works in metal, stone and wood. Apply online at www.zapplication.org. For more information, call, e-mail or visit website.

ORCHARD LAKE FINE ART SHOW

P.O. Box 79, Milford MI 48381-0079. (248)684-2613. Fax: (248)684-0195. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.hotworks.org. Contact: Patty Narozny, show director. Estab. 2003. Fine arts & crafts show held annually late July (see website for details). Outdoors. Accepts photography, clay, glass, fiber, wood, jewelry, painting, prints, drawing, sculpture, metal, multimedia. Artist applications available via Zapplication, Juried Art Services, or via “manual” application. Awards $2,500 in prizes: $1,000 Best of Show; two $500 Purchase Awards; and five $100 Awards of Excellence. Admission $5; 12 & under free; free parking. Deadline: early March (see website for details). Space fee: $200. Exhibition space: 10×10, 10×15 or 10×20 ft. For more information, call, e-mail or visit website.

TIPS "Be attentive to your customers. Do not ignore anyone."

PANOPLY ARTS FESTIVAL

The Arts Council, Inc., 700 Monroe St., SW, Suite. 2, Huntsville AL 35801. (256)519-2787. E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]. Website: www.panoply.org. Estab. 1982. Fine arts show held annually the last weekend in April. Also features music and dance. Outdoors. Accepts photography, painting, sculpture, drawing, printmaking, mixed media, glass, fiber. Juried by a panel of judges chosen for their in-depth knowledge and experience in multiple mediums, and who jury from slides or disks in January. During the festival 1 judge awards various prizes. Number of exhibitors: 60-80. Public attendance: 140,000+. Public admission: $5/day or $10/weekend (children 12 and under free). Artists should e-mail, call, or go online for an application form. Deadline for entry: January. Space fee: $185. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. (tent available, space fee $390). Average gross sales/exhibitor: $2,500. For more information, artists should e-mail or visit website.

PARADISE CITY ARTS FESTIVALS

30 Industrial Dr. E., Northampton MA 01060. (800)511-9725. Fax: (413)587-0966. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.paradisecityarts.com. Estab. 1995. Five fine arts & crafts shows held annually in March, April, May, October and November. Indoors. Accepts photography, all original art and fine craft media. Juried by 5 slides or digital images of work and an independent board of jury advisors. Number of exhibitors: 150-275. Public attendance: 5,000-20,000. Public admission: $12. Artists should apply by submitting name and address to be added to mailing list or print application from website. Deadline for entry: September 9. Application fee: $30-45. Space fee: $650-1,500. Exhibition space: 8×10 and 10×20 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website or call.

PATTERSON APRICOT FIESTA

P.O. Box 442, Patterson CA 95363. (209)892-3118. Fax: (209)892-3388. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.apricotfiesta.com. Contact: Sandra Stobb, chairperson. Estab. 1984. Arts & crafts show held annually in May/June. Outdoors. Accepts photography, oils, leather, various handcrafts. Juried by type of product. Number of exhibitors: 140150. Public attendance: 30,000. Free to the public. Deadline for entry: mid-April. Application fee/space fee: $225/craft, $325/commercial. Exhibition space: 12×12 ft. For more information, artists should call, send SASE.

TIPS "Please get your applications in early!"

PETERS VALLEY ANNUAL CRAFT FAIR

19 Kuhn Rd., Layton NJ 07851. (973)948-5200. Fax: (973)948-0011. E-mail: [email protected], or via online contact form. Website: www.petersvalley.org. Estab. 1970. Arts & crafts show held annually in late September at the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta. Indoors. Accepts photography, ceramics, fiber, glass, basketry, metal, jewelry, sculpture, print-making, paper book art, drawing, painting. Juried. Awards/prizes: cash awards. Number of exhibitors: 185. Public attendance: 7,000-8,000. Public admission: $8. Artists should apply at www.zapplication.org. Deadline for entry: June 1. Application fee: $35. Space fee: $395. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. Average gross sales/exhibitor: $2,000 -5,000. For more information artists should e-mail, visit website or call.

PRAIRIE ARTS FESTIVAL

201 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg IL 60193. (847)923-3605. Fax: (847)923-2458. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.prairiecenter.org. Contact: Roxane Benvenuti, special events coordinator. Event held in late May. “With thousands of patrons in attendance, an ad in the Prairie Arts Festival program is a great way to get your business noticed. Rates are reasonable, and an ad in the program gives you access to a select regional market. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more information, see the website."

TIPS "Submit your best work for the jury since these images are selling your work."

PUNGO STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL

P.O. Box 6158, Virginia Beach VA 23456. (757)721-6001. Fax: (757)721-9335. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.pungostrawberryfestival.info. Estab. 1983. Arts & crafts show held annually on Memorial Day Weekend. Outdoors. Accepts photography and all media. Number of exhibitors: 60. Public attendance: 120,000. Free to Public; $5 parking fee. Artists should apply by calling for application or downloading a copy from the website and mail in. Deadline for entry: early March; applications accepted from that point until all spaces are full. Notice of acceptance or denial by early April. Application fee: $50 refundable deposit. Space fee: $200 (off road location); $450 (on road location). Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website or call.

PYRAMID HILL ANNUAL ART FAIR

1763 Hamilton Cleves Rd., Hamilton OH 45013. (513)868-8336. Fax: (513)868-3585. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.pyramidhill.org. Art fair held the last Saturday and Sunday of September. Call, e-mail or visit website for more information.

TIPS "Make items affordable! Quality work at affordable prices will produce profit."

QUAKER ARTS FESTIVAL

P.O. Box 202, Orchard Park NJ 14127. (716)667-2787. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.opjaycees.com. Estab. 1961. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in mid-September (see website for details). Outdoors. Accepts photography, painting, graphics, sculpture, crafts. Juried by 4 panelists during event. Awards/prizes: over $10,000 total cash prizes. Number of exhibitors: 330. Public attendance: 75,000. Free to the public. Artists should apply online, or by sending SASE. Deadline for entry: late August (see website for details). Space fee: $175 ($250 for double space). Exhibition space: 10×12 ft. (outdoor), 10×6 ft. (indoor). For more information, artists should call or visit website.

TIPS "Have an inviting booth and be pleasant and accessible. Don’t hide behind your product—engage the audience."

RATTLESNAKE ROUNDUP

Evans County Wildlife Club, P.O. Box 292, Claxton GA 30417. (912)739-3820. Fax: (912)739-3827. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.claxtonevanschamber.com. Estab. 1968. Arts & crafts show held annually 2nd weekend in March. Outdoors. Accepts photography and various mediums. Number of exhibitors: 150-200. Public attendance: 15,000-20,000. Artists should apply by filling out an application. Click on the “Registration Tab” located on the Rattlesnake Roundup home page. Deadline for entry: late February/early March (see website for details). Space fee: $85. Exhibition space: 10×16 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website or call.

TIPS "Your display is a major factor in whether people will stop to browse when passing by. Offer a variety."

RILEY FESTIVAL

312 E. Main St., Suite C, Greenfield IN 46140. (317)462-2141. Fax: (317)467-1449. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.rileyfestival.com. Contact: Sarah Kesterson, public relations. Estab. 1970. Fine arts & crafts festival held in October. Outdoors. Accepts photography, fine arts, home arts, quilts. Juried. Awards/ prizes: small monetary awards and ribbons. Number of exhibitors: 450. Public attendance: 75,000. Free to public. Artists should apply by downloading application on website. Deadline for entry: mid-September. Space fee: $185. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should visit website.

TIPS "Keep arts priced for middle-class viewers."

RIVERBANK CHEESE & WINE EXPOSITION

6618 Third St., Riverbank CA 95367-2317. (209)863-9600. Fax: (209)863-9601. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.riverbankcheeseandwine.org. Contact: Chris Elswick, event coordinator. Estab. 1977. Arts & crafts show and food show held annually 2nd weekend in October. Outdoors. Accepts photography, other mediums depends on the product. Juried by pictures and information about the artists. Number of exhibitors: 250. Public attendance: 60,000. Free to public. Artists should apply by calling and requesting an application. Applications also available on website. Deadline for entry: early September. Space fee: $345/arts & crafts; $465/commercial. Exhibition space: 12×12 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website, call or send SASE.

TIPS Make sure your display is pleasing to the eye.

RIVERFRONT MARKET

The Riverfront Market Authority, P.O. Box 565, Selma AL 36702-0565. (334)874-6683. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.selmaalabama.com. Estab. 1972. Arts & crafts show held annually the 2nd Saturday in October. Outdoors. Accepts photography, painting, sculpture. Number of exhibitors: 200. Public attendance: 8,000. Public admission: $2. Artists should apply by calling or mailing to request application. Deadline for entry: September 1. Space fee: $40; limited covered space available at $60. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should call or visit website.

ROYAL OAK OUTDOOR ART FAIR

Recreation Dept., P.O. Box 64, Royal Oak MI 48068-0064. (248)246-3180. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.ci.royal-oak.mi.us. Contact: Recreation Office Staff. Estab. 1970. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in July. Outdoors. Accepts photography, collage, jewelry, clay, drawing, painting, glass, wood, metal, leather, soft sculpture. Juried. Number of exhibitors: 110. Public attendance: 25,000. Free to pubic. Artists should apply with online application form and 3 slides of current work. Space fee: $250 (plus a $20 non-refundable processing fee per medium). Exhibition space: 15×15 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, call or visit website.

TIPS "Be sure to label your slides on the front with name, size of work and ‘top’."

SACO SIDEWALK ART FESTIVAL

P.O. Box 336, 12 ½ Pepperell Square, Suite 2A, Saco ME 04072. (207)286-3546. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.sacospirit.com. Estab. 1970. Event held in late June. Annual event organized and managed by Saco Spirit Inc., a non-profitorganization committed to making Saco a better place to live and work by enhancing the vitality of our downtown. Dedicated to promoting art and culture in our community. Space fee: $75. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. See website for more details.

TIPS "Offer a variety of pieces priced at various levels."

SANDY SPRINGS FESTIVAL

P.O. Box 422571, Atlanta GA 30342. (404)851-9111. Fax: (404)851-9807. E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]. Website: www.sandyspringsfestival.com. Estab. 1985. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in mid-September (see website for details). Outdoors. Accepts photography, painting, sculpture, jewelry, furniture, clothing. Juried by area professionals and nonprofessionals who are passionate about art. Awards/prizes: change annually; usually cash with additional prizes. Number of exhibitors: 100+. Public attendance: 20,000. Public admission: $5. Artists should apply via application on website. Application fee: $10 ($35 for late registration). Space fee: $200-350. Exhibition space: 10×10 or 10×20 ft. Average gross sales/exhibitor: $1,000. For more information, artists should e-mail or visit website.

TIPS "Most of the purchases made at Sandy Springs Festival are priced under $100. The look of the booth and its general attractiveness are very important, especially to those who might not know art."

SANTA-CALI-GON DAYS FESTIVAL

210 W. Truman Rd., Independence MO 64050. (816)252-4745. E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]. Website: www.santacaligon.com. Contact: Terri Singleton or Teresa Freeland. Estab. 1973. Market vendors show held annually Labor Day weekend. Outdoors. Accepts photography, all other mediums. Juried by committee. Number of exhibitors: 240. Public attendance: 225,000. Free to public. Artists should apply by requesting application. Application requirements include completed application, application fee, 4 photos of product/art and 1 photo of display. Exhibition space: 8×8 ft. and 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website or call.

SANTA FE COLLEGE SPRING ARTS FESTIVAL

3000 NW 83rd St., Gainesville FL 32606. (352)395-5355. Fax: (352)336-2715. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: springartsfestival.com. Contact: Kathryn Lehman, cultural programs coordinator. Fine arts festival held in early April (see website for details). “The festival is one of the 3 largest annual events in Gainesville and is known for its high quality, unique artwork.” Held in the downtown historic district. Public attendance: 130,000+. Call, e-mail or visit website for more information.

SAUSALITO ART FESTIVAL

P.O. Box 10, Sausalito CA 94966. (415)332-3555. Fax: (415)331-1340. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.sausalitoartfestival.org. Estab. 1952. Fine arts & crafts show held annually Labor Day weekend. Outdoors. Accepts painting, photography, 2D and 3D mixed media, ceramics, drawing, fiber, functional art, glass, jewelry, printmaking, sculpture, watercolor, woodwork. Juried. Jurors are elected by their peers from the previous year’s show (1 from each category). They meet for a weekend at the end of March and give scores of 1, 2, 4 or 5 to each applicant (5 being the highest). Number of exhibitors: 280. Public attendance: 40,000. Artists should apply by visiting website for instructions and application. Applications are through Juried Art Services. Dead line for entry: March. Exhibition space: 100 or 200 sq. ft. Average gross sales/exhibitor: $7, 700. For more information, artists should visit website.

SCOTTSDALE ARTS FESTIVAL

7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale AZ 85251. (480)874-2787. Fax: 480-874-4699. Website: www.scottsdaleartsfestival.org. Estab. 1970. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in March. Outdoors. Accepts photography, jewelry, ceramics, sculpture, metal, glass, drawings, fiber, paintings, printmaking, mixed media, wood. Juried. Awards/prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Places in each category and Best of Show. Number of exhibitors: 200. Public attendance: 40,000. Public admission: $7. Artists should apply through www.zappli-cation.org. Deadline for entry: October. Exhibition space: 100 sq. ft. For more information, artists should visit website.

SIDEWALK ART MART

Downtown Helena, Inc., Mount Helena Music Festival, 225 Cruse Ave., Suite B, Helena MT 59601. (406)447-1535. Fax: (406)447-1533. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.downtownhelena.com. Estab. 1974. Arts, crafts and music festival held annually in June in conjunction with the Mount Helena Music Festival. Outdoors. Accepts photography. No restrictions except to display appropriate work for all ages. Number of exhibitors: 50+. Public attendance: 5,000. Free to public. Artists should apply by visiting website to download application. Space fee: $100 ($125 if received after deadline). Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website or call.

TIPS "Greet people walking by and have an eye-catching product in front of booth. We have found that high-end artists or expensively priced art booths that had business cards with e-mail or website information received many contacts after the festival."

SIERRA MADRE WISTARIA FESTIVAL

37 Auburn Ave., Suite 1, Sierra Madre CA 91024. (626)355-5111. Fax: (626)306-1150. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.sierramadrechamber.com. Fine arts, crafts and garden show held annually in March. Outdoors. Accepts photography, anything handcrafted. Juried. Craft vendors send in application and photos to be juried. Most appropriate are selected. Awards/prizes: Number of exhibitors: 175. Public attendance: 12,000. Free to public. Artists should apply by sending completed and signed application, 3-5 photographs of their work, application fee, license application, space fee and 2 SASEs. Deadline for entry: late December. Application fee: $25. Public Safety Fee (non-refundable) $25. Space fee: $175 and a city license fee of $31. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website or call. Applications can be found on chamber website.

TIPS "Have a clear and simple application. Be nice."

SKOKIE ART GUILD’S ART FAIR

5211 W. Oakton, Skokie IL 60076. (847)677-8163. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.skokieartguild.org. Contact: B. Willerman, chairperson. Outdoor fine art/craft show open to all artists (18+). Held on second weekend of July. Space fee: $150 for 10×10 ft. space. Awards: Guild awards, a Mayor’s award and community business gift certificates are rallied. Deadline for application: mid-May.

TIPS Display your work in a professional manner: matted, framed, etc.

SMITHVILLE FIDDLERS’ JAMBOREE AND CRAFT FESTIVAL

P.O. Box 83, Smithville TN 37166. (615)597-8500. Website: www.smithvillejamboree.com. Estab. 1971. Arts & crafts show held annually the weekend nearest the Fourth of July holiday. Indoors. Juried by photos and personally talking with crafters. Awards/prizes: ribbons and free booth for following year for Best of Show, Best of Appalachian Craft, Best Display, Best New Comer. Number of exhibitors: 235. Public attendance: 130,000. Free to public. Artists should apply online. Deadline: June 1. Space fee: $125. Exhibition space: 12×12 ft. Average gross sales/exhibitors: $1,200+. For more information, artists should call or visit website.

SOLANO AVENUE STROLL

1563 Solano Ave., #PMB 101, Berkeley CA 94707. (510)527-5358. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.solanoave.org. Estab. 1974. Fine arts & crafts show held annually 2nd Sunday in September. Outdoors. “Since 1974, the merchants, restaurants, and professionals, as well as the twin cities of Albany and Berkeley have hosted the Solano Avenue Stroll, the east bay’s largest street festival.” Accepts photography and all other mediums. Juried by board of directors. Number of exhibitors: 140 spaces for crafts; 600 spaces total. Public attendance: 300,000. Free to the public. Artists should apply online in April, or send SASE. Space fee: $150. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website, send SASE.

TIPS "Artists should have a clean presentation; small-ticket items as well as large-ticket items; great customer service; enjoy themselves."

SOUTHWEST ARTS FESTIVAL AT THE EMPIRE POLO CLUB

Indio Chamber of Commerce, 82921 Indio Blvd., Indio CA 92201. (760)347-0676. Fax: (763)3476069. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.southwestartsfest.com. Estab. 1986. Featuring over 275 acclaimed artists showing traditional, contemporary and abstract fine works of art and quality crafts, the festival is a major, internationally recognized cultural event attended by nearly 10,000 people. The event features a wide selection of clay, crafts, drawings, glass work, jewelry, metal works, paintings, photographs, printmaking, sculpture and textiles. Application fee: $50 before August 31; $65 after. Easy check-in and check-out procedures with safe and secure access to festival grounds for setup and breakdown. Allow advance set-up for artists with special requirements (very large art requiring the use of cranes, forklifts, etc., or artists with special needs). Artist parking is free. Disabled artist parking is available. Apply online. For more information, artists should call, e-mail or visit website.

SPRING CRAFTMORRISTOWN

P.O. Box 28, Woodstock NY 12498. (845)331-7900. Fax: (845)331-7484. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.craftsatmorristown.com. Estab. 1990. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in March or April. Indoors. Accepts photography, wearable and nonwearable fiber, metal and nonmetal jewelry, clay, leather, wood, glass, painting, drawing, prints, mixed media. Juried by 5 images of work and 1 of booth, viewed sequentially. Number of exhibitors: 150. Public attendance: 5,000. Public admission: $7. Artists should apply by downloading application from www.artrider.com or apply online at www.zapplication.org. Deadline for entry: January 1. Application fee: $45. Space fee: $475. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website, call.

SPRING CRAFTS AT LYNDHURST

P.O. Box 28, Woodstock NY 12498. (845)331-7900. Fax: (845)331-7484. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.craftsatlyndhurst.com. Estab. 1984. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in early May. Outdoors. Accepts photography, wearable and non-wearable fiber, metal and nonmetal jewelry, clay, leather, wood, glass, painting, drawing, prints, mixed media. Juried by 5 images of work and 1 of booth, viewed sequentially. Number of exhibitors: 250. Public attendance: 14,000. Public admission: $10. Artists should apply by downloading application from www.artrider.com or can apply online at www.zapplica-tion.org. Deadline for entry: January 1. Application fee: $45. Space fee: $745-845. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website, call.

SPRINGFEST

Southern Pines Business Association, P.O. Box 831, Southern Pines NC 28388. (910)315-6508. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.south-ernpines.biz. Estab. 1979. Arts & crafts show held annually last Saturday in April. Outdoors. Accepts photography and crafts. We host over 160 vendors from all around North Carolina and the country. Enjoy beautiful artwork and crafts including paintings, jewelry, metal art, photography, woodwork, designs from nature and other amazing creations. Event is held in conjunction with Tour de Moore, an annual bicycle race in Moore County, and is co-sponsored by the town of Southern Pines. Public attendance: 8,000. Free to the public. Deadline: March (see website for more details). Space fee: $75. Exhibition space: 10×12 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website, call, send SASE. Apply online.

SPRING FESTIVAL, AN ARTS & CRAFTS AFFAIR

P.O. Box 184, Boys Town NE 68010. (402)331-2889. Fax: (402)445-9177. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.hpifestivals.com. 30th annual tour takes place in Omaha (April 13-15), Minneapolis (April 20-22) and Chicago (April 27-29). Application available online. Artists should e-mail or see website for specifics on each location and exhibitor information.

SPRING FINE ART & CRAFTS AT BROOKDALE PARK (BLOOMFIELD, NEW JERSEY)

473 Latchung Ave., Bloomfield NJ 07003. (908)874-5247. Fax: (908)874-7098. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.rosesquared.com. Contact: Howard Rose, vice president. Estab. 1988. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in mid-June. Outdoors. Accepts photography and all other mediums. Juried. Number of exhibitors: 160. Public attendance: 12,000. Free to public. Artists should apply on the website. Deadline for entry: mid-May. Application fee: $25. Space fee varies by booth size; see application form on website for details. For more information, artists should visit the website.

TIPS "Have a range of priced items."

SPRING FINE ART & CRAFTS AT BROOKDALE PARK (MONTCLAIR, NEW JERSEY)

12 Galaxy Ct., Montclair NJ (908)874-5247. Fax: (908)874-7098. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.rosesquared.com. Estab. 1988. Fine arts & craft show held annually in mid-June Father’s Day weekend. Outdoors. Accepts photography and all other mediums. Juried. Number of exhibitors: 180. Public attendance: 16,000. Free to the public. Artists should apply by downloading application from website or call for application. Deadline: 1 month before show date. Application fee: $25. Space fee: $340. Exhibition space: 120 sq. ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website, call.

TIPS "Create a professional booth that is comfortable for the customer to enter. Be informative, friendly and outgoing. People come to meet the artist."

SPRING FINE ART & CRAFTS AT THE WESTFIELD ARMORY

500 Rahway Ave., Westfield NJ 07090. (908)874-5247. Fax: (908)874-7098. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.rosesquared.com. Contact: Howard Rose, vice president. Estab. 2010. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in early April. Indoors. Accepts photography and all other mediums. Juried by 4 images of your work. Number of exhibitors: 130. Public attendance: 4,000. Admission fee: $6. Artists should apply on the website. Deadline for entry: early March. Application fee: $25. Space fee varies by booth size; see application form on website for details. For more information, artists should visit the website.

TIPS "Create a unique booth."

ST. CHARLES FINE ART SHOW

213 Walnut St., St. Charles IL 60174. (630)513-5386. E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]. Website: www.dtown.org. Fine art fair held annually in late May. Outdoors. Accepts photography, painting, sculpture, glass, ceramics, jewelry, nonwearable fiber art. Juried by committee: submit 4 slides of art and 1 slide of booth/display. Awards/ prizes: Cash awards of $3,500 awarded in several categories. $14,000 of art has been purchased through this program since its inception in 2005. Number of exhibitors: 100. Free to the public. Artists should apply by downloading application from website or call for application. Deadline for entry: February. Jury fee: $25. Space fee: $200. Exhibition space: 12×12 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, or visit website.

STEPPIN’ OUT

Downtown Blacksburg, Inc., P.O. Box 233, Blacksburg VA 24063. (540)951-0454. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.downtownblacksburg.com. Estab. 1981. Arts & crafts show held annually 1st Friday and Saturday in August. Outdoors. Accepts photography, pottery, painting, drawing, fiber arts, jewelry, general crafts. All arts and crafts must be handmade. Number of exhibitors: 170. Public attendance: 45,000. Free to public. Space fee: $150. Exhibition space: 10×16 ft. Artists should apply by e-mailing, calling or downloading an application on website. Deadline: early May.

TIPS "Visit shows and consider the booth aesthetic— what appeals to you. Put the time, thought, energy and money into your booth to draw people in to see your work."

ST. GEORGE ART FESTIVAL

86 S. Main St., George UT 84770. (435)627-4500. Email: [email protected]. Website: www.sgcity.org/artfestival. Estab. 1979. Fine arts & crafts show held annually Easter weekend in either March or April. Outdoors. Accepts photography, painting, wood, jewelry, ceramics, sculpture, drawing, 3D mixed media, glass. Juried from digital submissions, CDs and slides. Awards/prizes: $5,000 Purchase Awards. Art pieces selected will be placed in the city’s permanent collections. Number of exhibitors: 110. Public attendance: 20,000/day. Free to public. Artists should apply by completing application form, nonrefundable application fee, slides or digital format of 4 current works in each category and 1 of booth, and SASE. Deadline for entry: January. Exhibition space: 10×11 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail.

TIPS "Artists should have more than 50% originals. Have quality booths and set-up to display art in best possible manner. Be outgoing and friendly with buyers."

STILLWATER ARTS FESTIVAL

P.O. Box 1449, Stillwater OK 74074. (405)533-8539. Fax: (405)533-3097. E-mail: [email protected]. Estab. 1977. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in April. Outdoors. Accepts photography, oil, acrylic, watercolor and multimedia paintings, pottery, pastel work, fiber arts, jewelry, sculpture, glass art. Juried. Awards are based on entry acceptance on quality, distribution and various media entries. Awards/prizes: Best of Show, $500; 1st Place, $200; 2nd Place, $150 and 3rd Place, $100. Number of exhibitors: 80. Public attendance: 7,500-10,000. Free to public. Artists should apply online at stillwater.org/content/arts-fes-tival.php. Deadline for entry: early spring (visit website for details). Application fee: $150. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. Average gross sales/exhibitor: $700. For more information, artists should e-mail.

ST. JAMES COURT ART SHOW

P.O. Box 3804, Louisville KY 40201. (502)635-1842. Fax: (502)635-1296. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.stjamesartshow.com. Estab. 1957. Annual fine arts & crafts show held the first full weekend in October. Accepts photography; has 16 medium categories. Juried in April; there is also a street jury held during the art show. Awards/prizes: Best of Show-3 places; $3,000 total prize money. Number of exhibitors: 300. Public attendance: 200,000. Free to the public. Artists should apply by visiting website and printing out an application or via www.zapplication.org. Deadline for entry: late March (see website for details). Application fee: $30. Space fee: $500. Exhibition space: 10×12 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail or visit website.

TIPS "Have a variety of price points. Don’t sit in the back of the booth and expect sales."

STOCKLEY GARDENS FALL ARTS FESTIVAL

801 Boush St., Suite 302, Norfolk VA 23510. (757)625-6161. Fax: (757)625-7775. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.hope-house.org. Contact: Anne Knox, development coordinator. Estab. 1984. Fine arts & crafts show held bi-annually in the 3rd weekend in May and October. Outdoors. Accepts photography and all major fine art mediums. Juried. Number of exhibitors: 150. Public attendance: 25,000. Free to the public. Artists should apply by submitting application, jury and booth fees, 5 slides. Deadline for entry: February and July. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should visit the website.

STONE ARCH FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

(763)438-9978. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.stonearchfestival.com. Contact: Sara Collins, manager. Estab. 1994. Fine arts & crafts show and culinary arts show held annually Father’s Day weekend in the Riverfront District of Minneapolis. Outdoors. Accepts drawing/pastels, printmaking, ceramics, jewelry (metals/stone), mixed media, painting, photography, sculpture metal works, bead work (jewelry or sculpture), glass, fine craft, special consideration. Juried by committee. Awards/prizes: free booth the following year; $100 cash prize. Number of exhibitors: 230. Public attendance: 80,000. Free to public. Artists should apply by application found on website or through www.zapplication.org. Application fee: $25. Deadline for entry: mid-March. Space fee: depends on booth location (see website for details). Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should call, e-mail or visit website.

TIPS "Have an attractive display and variety of prices."

ST. PATRICK’S DAY CRAFT SALE & FALL CRAFT SALE

P.O. Box 267, Maple Lake MN 55358-2331. Website: www.maplelakechamber.com. Contact: Irene Hudek. Estab. 1988. Arts & crafts show held bi-annually in March and early November. Indoors. Number of exhibitors: 40-50. Public attendance: 300-600. Free to public. Artists should apply by requesting an application. Deadline for entry: 1 month-2 weeks before the event. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should visit website.

TIPS “Don’t charge an arm and a leg for the items. Don’t over crowd your items. Be helpful, but not pushy.”

STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL

2815 Second Ave. N., Billings MT 59101. (406)294-5060. Fax: (406)294-5061. E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]. Website: www.strawberryfun.com. Estab. 1991. Fine arts & crafts show held annually 2nd Saturday in June. Outdoors. Accepts photography and only finely crafted work. Hand crafted works by the selling artist will be given priority. Juried. Public attendance: 15,000. Free to public. Artists should apply online. Deadline for entry: April. Space fee: $150. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail or visit website.

SUMMER ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL

38 Charles St., Rochester NH 03867. (603)332-2616. Fax: (603)332-8413. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.castleberryfairs.com. Estab. 1992. Arts & crafts show held annually 2nd weekend in August in Lincoln NH. Outdoors. Accepts photography and all other mediums. Juried by photo, slide or sample. Number of exhibitors: 100. Public attendance: 7,500. Free to the public. Artists should apply by downloading application from website. Space fee: $225. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should visit website.

TIPS "Do not bring a book; do not bring a chair. Smile and make eye contact with everyone who enters your booth. Have them sign your guest book; get their email address so you can let them know when you are in the area again. And, finally, make the sale—they are at the fair to shop, after all.”

SUMMERFAIR

7850 Five Mile Rd., Cincinnati OH 45230. (513)531-0050. Fax: (513)531-0377. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.summerfair.org. Estab. 1968. Fine arts & crafts show held annually the weekend after Memorial Day. Outdoors. Accepts photography, ceramics, drawing, printmaking, fiber, leather, glass, jewelry, painting, sculpture, metal, wood and mixed media. Juried by a panel of judges selected by Summerfair, including artists and art educators with expertise in the categories offered at Summerfair. Submit application with 5 digital images (no booth image) through www.zapplication.com. Awards/prizes: $10,000 in cash awards. Number of exhibitors: 300. Public attendance: 20,000. Public admission: $10. Deadline: February. Application fee: $30. Space fee: $375, single; $750, double space; $75 canopy fee (optional—exhibitors can rent a canopy for all days of the fair.). Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. for single space; 10×20 ft. for double space. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website, call.

SUN FEST, INC.

P.O. Box 2404, Bartlesville OK 74005. (918)331-0456. Fax: (918)331-3217. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.bartlesvillesunfest.org. Estab. 1982. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in early June. Outdoors. Accepts photography, painting and other arts and crafts. Juried. Awards: $2,000 in cash awards along with a ribbon/award to be displayed. Number of exhibitors: 95-100. Number of attendees: 25,000-30,000. Free to the public. Artists should apply by emailing or calling for an entry form, or completing online, along with 3-5 photos showing your work and booth display. Deadline: early May. Space fee: $125. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, call or visit website.

SYRACUSE ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL

572 S. Salina St., Syracuse NY 13202. (315)422-8284. Fax: (315)471-4503. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.syracuseartsandcraftsfestival.com. Contact: Laurie Reed, director. Estab. 1970. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in late July. Outdoors. Accepts photography, ceramics, fabric/fiber, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, wood, computer art, drawing, printmaking, painting. Juried by 4 independent jurors. Jurors review 4 slides of work and 1 slide of booth display. Number of exhibitors: 170. Public attendance: 50,000. Free to public. Artists should apply by calling for application or downloading from website. Application fee: $25. Space fee: $260. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website or call.

TALKING STICK FINE ART & WINE FESTIVAL

7555 North Pima Rd., Scottsdale AZ 85258. (480)837-5637. Fax: (480)837-2355. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.thunderbirdartists.com. Contact: Denise Dodson, president. Estab. 2011. Fine arts & crafts show. Held annually over Thanksgiving weekend. Outdoors. Accepts photography, paintings, bronzes, baskets, jewelry, stone, pottery. Juried; CEO blind juries by medium. Number of exhibitors: 175. Public attendance: 50,000. Public admission: $3. Applications available online at www.zapplication.com. Deadline for entry: mid-June (see website for specifics). Application fee: $30. Space fee: $410-1,230. Exhibition space: 10×10 to 10×30 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, call or see website.

TIPS "A clean, gallery-type presentation is very important."

TARPON SPRINGS FINE ARTS FESTIVAL

11 E. Orange St., Tarpon Springs FL 34689. (727)937-6109. Fax: (727)937-2879. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.tarponspringschamber.com. Estab. 1974. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in early April. Outdoors. Accepts photography, acrylic, oil, ceramics, fiber, glass, graphics, drawings, pastels, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, sculpture, watercolor, wood. Juried by CD. Awards/prizes: cash and ribbons. Number of exhibitors: 250. Public attendance: 20,000. Public admission: $2; free age 12 and under. Artists should apply by submitting signed application, CD, slides, fees and SASE. Deadline for entry: early December. Jury fee: $25. Space fee: $225. Exhibition space: 10×12 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, call or send SASE.

TIPS “Produce good CDs for jurors.”

THREE RIVERS ARTS FESTIVAL

803 Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh PA 15222. (412)471-3191. Fax: (412)471-6917. Website: www.artsfestival.net. Contact: Sonja Sweterlitsch, director. Estab. 1960. “Three Rivers Arts Festival has presented, during its vast and varied history, more than 10,000 visual and performing artists and entertained millions of residents and visitors. In its 50th anniversary year, Three Rivers Arts Festival faces a new turning point in its history as a division of The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, further advancing the shared mission of each organization to foster economic development through the arts and to enhance the quality of life in the region.” See website for more information.

TUBAC FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

P.O. Box 1866, Tubac AZ 85646. (52)398-2704. Fax: (520)398-1704. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.tubacaz.com. Estab. 1959. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in early February (see website for details). Outdoors. Accepts photography and considers all fine arts and crafts. Juried. A 7-member panel reviews digital images and artist statement. Names are withheld from the jurists. Number of exhibitors: 170. Public attendance: 65,000. Free to the public; parking: $6. Deadline for entry: late October (see website for details). Application fee: $30. Artists should apply online and provide images on a labeled CD (see website for requirements). Space fee: $575. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. (a limited number of double booths are available). For more information, artists should e-mail, call or visit website.

TULIP FESTIVAL STREET FAIR

P.O. Box 1801, Mt. Vernon WA 98273. (360)336-3801. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.mountvernondowntown.org. Estab. 1984. Arts & crafts show held annually 3rd weekend in April. Outdoors. Accepts photography and original artists’ work only. No manufactured work. Juried by a board. Jury fee: $10 with application and prospectus. Number of exhibitors: 220. Public attendance: 30,000-35,000.Free to public. Artists should apply by calling or emailing. Deadline for entry: late January. Application fee: $10. Space fee: $300. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. Average gross sales/exhibitor: $2,500-4,000. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website, call or send SASE.

TIPS "Keep records of your street fair attendance and sales for your résumé. Network with other artists about which street fairs are better to return to or apply for."

TULSA INTERNATIONAL MAYFEST

P.O. Box 521146, Tulsa OK 74152. (918)582-6435. Fax: (918)517-3518. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.tulsamayfest.org. Estab. 1972. Fine arts & crafts show annually held in May. Outdoors. Accepts photography, clay, leather/fiber, mixed media, drawing, pastels, graphics, printmaking, jewelry, glass, metal, wood, painting. Juried by a blind jurying process. Artists should apply online at www.zapplica-tion.org and submit 4 images of work and one photo of booth set-up. Awards/prizes: Best in Category and Best in Show. Number of exhibitors: 125. Public attendance: 350,000. Free to public. Artists should apply by downloading application in the fall. See website for deadline entry. Application fee: $35. Space fee: $300.Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail or visit website.

UPTOWN ART FAIR

1406 West Lake St., Lower Level C, Minneapolis MN 55408. (612)823-4581. Fax: (612)823-3158. E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]. Website: www.uptownminneapolis.com. Estab. 1963. Fine arts & crafts show held annually 1st full weekend in August. Outdoors. Accepts photography, painting, printmaking, drawing, 2D and 3D mixed media, ceramics, fiber, sculpture, jewelry, wood. Juried by 4 images of artwork and 1 of booth display. Awards/prizes: Best in Show in each category; Best Artist. Number of exhibitors: 350. Public attendance: 375,000. Free to the public. The Uptown Art Fair uses www.zapplication.com. Each artist must submit 5 images of his or her work. All artwork must be in a high-quality digital format. Five highly qualified artists, instructors, and critics handpick Uptown Art Fair exhibitors after previewing projections of the images on 8-ft. screens. The identities of the artists remain anonymous during the entire review process—all submitted images must be free of signatures, headshots or other identifying marks. Three rounds of scoring determine the final selection and waitlist for the show. Artists will be notified shortly after of their acceptance. For additional information, see the links on website. Deadline for entry: March. Application fee: $30. Space fee: $450 for 10×10 space; $900 for 10×20 space. For more information, artists should call or visit website.

A VICTORIAN CHAUTAUQUA

P.O. Box 606, Jeffersonville IN 47131-0606. (812)283-3728 or (888)472-0606. Fax: (812)283-6049. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.steamboatmuseum.org. Estab. 1993. Fine arts & crafts show held annually 3rd weekend in May. Outdoors. Accepts photography, all mediums. Juried by a committee of 5. Number of exhibitors: 80. Public attendance: 3,000. Exhibition space: 12×12 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, call or visit website.

VILLAGE SQUARE ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR

P.O. Box 1105, Saugatuck MI 49453. (269)857-2677. Fax: (269)857-7717. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.saugatuckdouglasartclub.org. Contact: Bonnie Lowe, art fair co-chairperson. Estab. 2004. The art club offers two fairs each summer.See website for upcoming dates. This fair has some fine artists as well as crafters. Both fairs take place on the two busiest weekends in the resort town of Sau-gatuck’s summer season. Both are extremely well attended. Generally the vendors do very well.

TIPS "Create an inviting booth. Offer well-made artwork and crafts for a variety of prices."

VIRGINIA CHRISTMAS MARKET

The Farm Bureau Center at Meadow Event Park, 13111 Dawn Blvd., Doswell VA 23047. Website: www.vashowsinc.com. Indoors. Virginia Christmas Market is held the 2nd weekend in November at Farm Bureau Center at Meadow Event Park. Virginia Christmas Market will showcase over 300 quality artisans, crafters, boutiques and specialty food shops. Features porcelain, pottery, quilts, folk art, fine art, reproduction furniture, flags, ironwork, carvings, leather, toys, tinware, candles, dollcraft, wovenwares, book authors, musicians, jewelry, basketry, gourmet foods—all set amid festive Christmas displays. Accepts photography and other arts and crafts. Juried by 3 photos of artwork and 1 of display. Attendance: 17,000. Public admission: $7. Artists should apply by calling, e-mail-ing or downloading application from website. Space fee: $335. Exhibit spaces: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should call, e-mail or contact through website.

VIRGINIA CHRISTMAS SHOW

P.O. Box 305, Chase City VA 23924. (804)253-6284. Fax: (800)253-6285. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.vashowsinc.com. Estab. 1986. Arts and crafts show held annually in November in Richmond, Virginia. Accepts photography and other arts and crafts. Juried by 3 slides of artwork and 1 of display. Attendance: 30,000. Public admission: $7. Artists should apply by calling or e-mailing for application or downloading online application. Space fee: $435. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. Included in this fee are booth curtains, 24-hour security in the show exhibit area, signage, a complimentary listing in the show directory and an extensive multi-media advertising campaign—radio, television, billboards, direct mail, magazines and newspapers—we do it all! Set-up is always easy, organized and convenient. The building is climate-controlled and many RVs may park on the premises for a nominal fee.

TIPS “If possible, attend the shows before you apply.”

VIRGINIA SPRING SHOW

11050 Branch Rd., Glen Allen VA 23059. (804)253-6284. Fax: (804)253-6285. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.vashowsinc.com. Estab. 1988. Holiday arts & crafts show held annually 2nd weekend in March in Richmond, Virginia. Indoors at the Show-place Exhibition Center. Accepts photography and other arts and crafts. Juried by 3 slides of artwork and 1 of display. Awards/prizes: Best Display. Number of exhibitors: 300. Public attendance: 20,000. Public admission: $7. Exhibitor application is online at website. Artists can also apply by writing or e-mailing for an application. Space fee: $335. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail or visit website.

TIPS “If possible, attend the show before you apply.”

WASHINGTON SQUARE OUTDOOR ART EXHIBIT

P. O. Box 1045, New York NY 10276. (212)982-6255. Fax: (212)982-6256. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.wsoae.org. Estab. 1931. Fine arts & crafts show held semiannually Memorial Day weekend and the following weekend in May/early June and Labor Day weekend and following weekend in September. Outdoors. Accepts photography, oil, water-color, graphics, mixed media, sculpture, crafts. Juried by submitting 5 slides of work and 1 ofbooth. Awards/ prizes: certificates, ribbons and cash prizes. Number of exhibitors: 150. Public attendance: 100,000. Free to public. Artists should apply by sending a SASE or downloading application from website. Deadline for entry: March, Spring Show; July, Fall Show. Exhibition space: 5×10 ft. up to 10×10 ft., double spaces available. For more information, artists should call or send SASE.

TIPS “Price work sensibly.”

WATERFRONT FINE ART & WINE FESTIVAL

7135 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale AZ 85251. (480)837-5637. Fax: (480)837-2355. Contact: Denise Dodson, vice president. Estab. 2011. Fine art/craft show held annually over Valentine’s Day weekend. Outdoors. Accepts photography, paintings, bronzes, baskets, jewelry, stone, pottery. Juried; blind jury by CEO. Number of exhibitors: 150. Public attendance: 40,000. Public admission: $3. Apply online at www.zapplication.com. Deadline for entry: late August (see website for specifics). Application fee: $30. Space fee: $410-1,230. Exhibition space: 10×10 to 10×30 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, call or visit website.

TIPS “A clean, gallery-type presentation is very important.”

WATERFRONT FINE ART FAIR

P.O. Box 1105, Saugatuck MI 49453. (269)857-2677. Fax: (269)857-7717. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.saugatuckdouglassartclub.org. Contact: Bonnie Lowe and Jim Hanson, art fair co-chairs. For information, e-mail, call or visit the website.

TIPS “Create a pleasing, inviting booth. Offer well-made, top-quality fine art.”

WESTMORELAND ART NATIONALS

252 Twin Lakes Rd., Latrobe PA 15650-3554. (724)834-7474. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.artsandheritage.com. Contact: Diana Morreo, executive director. Estab. 1975. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in early July (see website for details). Photography displays are indoors. Accepts photography, all handmade mediums. Juried by 2 jurors. Awards/prizes: $7,000 in prizes. Number of exhibitors: 100. Public attendance: 155,000. Free to public. Artists should apply by downloading application from website. Application fee: $25/craft show vendors; $35/ art nationals exhibitors. Deadline: early March.Space fee: $375-750. Exhibition space: 10×10 or 10×20 ft. For more information, artists should visit e-mail, call or visit website.

WHITEFISH ARTS FESTIVAL

P.O. Box 131, Whitefish MT 59937. (406)862-5875. Website: www.whitefishartsfestival.org. Estab. 1979. Fine arts & crafts show held annually 1st full weekend in July. Outdoors. Accepts photography, pottery, jewelry, sculpture, paintings, woodworking. Juried. Art must be original and handcrafted. Work is evaluated for creativity, quality and originality. Awards/ prizes: Best of Show awarded half-price booth fee for following year with no application fee. Number of exhibitors: 100. Public attendance: 3,000. Free to public. Entry fee: $29. Deadline: see website for details. Space fee: $215. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. For more information, and to apply, artists should visit website.

TIPS Recommends “variety of price range, professional display, early application for special requests."

WHITE OAK CRAFTS FAIR

P.O. Box 111, Woodbury TN 37190. (615) 563-2787 or (800)235-9073. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.artscenterofcc.com. Estab. 1985. Arts & crafts show held annually in early September (see website for details) featuring the traditional and contemporary craft arts of Cannon County and Middle Tennessee. Outdoors. Accepts photography; all handmade crafts, traditional and contemporary. Must be handcrafted displaying excellence in concept and technique. Juried by committee. Send 3 slides or photos. Awards/prizes: more than $1,000 cash in merit awards. Number of exhibitors: 80. Public attendance: 6,000. Free to public. Applications can be downloaded from website. Deadline: early July. Space fee: $100 ($70 for Artisan member) for a 10×10 ft. under tent; $80 ($50 for Artisan member) for a 12×12 ft. outside. For more information, artists should e-mail, call or visit website.

WILD WIND FOLK ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL

P.O. Box 719, Long Lake NY 12847. (814)723-0707 or (518)624-6404. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.wildwindfestival.com. Contact: Liz Allen and Carol Jilk, directors. Estab. 1979. Traditional crafts show held annually the weekend after Labor Day at the Warren County Fairgrounds in Pittsfield, Pennsylvania. Barn locations and outdoors. Accepts traditional country crafts, photography, paintings, pottery, jewelry, traditional crafts, prints, stained glass. Juried by promoters. Three photos or slides of work plus one of booth, if available. Number of exhibitors: 160. Public attendance: 9,000. Artists should apply by visiting website and filling out application request, calling or sending a written request.

WILMETTE FESTIVAL OF FINE ARTS

P.O. Box 902, Wilmette IL 60091. (847)256-2080. Email: [email protected]. Website: www.wilmetteartsguild.org. Estab. 1992. Fine arts & crafts show held annually in September (see website for details). Outdoors. Accepts photography, paintings, prints, jewelry, sculpture, ceramics, and any other appropriate media; no wearable. Juried by a committee of 6-8 artists and art teachers. Number of exhibitors: 100. Public attendance: 4,000. Free to the public. Deadline for entry: April. Exhibition space: 12×12 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail, visit website, call, send SASE.

TIPS "Maintain a well-planned, professional appearance in booth and person. Greet viewers when they visit the booth. Offer printed bio with photos of your work. Invite family, friends and acquaintances."

WINNEBAGOLAND ART FAIR

South Park Avenue/South Park, Oshkosh WI 54902. E-mail: [email protected]. Estab. 1957. Fine arts show held annually the second Sunday in June. Outdoors. Accepts photography, watercolor, oils & acrylics, 3D, drawing, pastels, mixed media. Artwork must be the original work of the artist in concept and execution. Juried. Applicants send in photographs to be reviewed. Awards/prizes: monetary awards, purchase, merit and Best of Show awards. Number of exhibitors: 125-160. Public attendance: 5,000-8,000. Free to public. Deadline for entry: Previous exhibitors due mid-March. New Exhibitors due late March. $25 late entry fee after March. Exhibition space: 20×20 ft. For more information, artists should e-mail or see website. The updated entry form will be added to the website in early January.

TIPS “Artists should send clear, uncluttered photos of their current work which they intend to show in their booth as well as a photo of their booth setup.”

WYANDOTTE STREET ART FAIR

3131 Biddle Ave., Wyandotte MI 48192. (734)324-4502. Fax: (734)324-7296. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.wyandottestreetartfair.org. Contact: Heather Thiede, special events coordinator. Estab. 1961. Fine arts & crafts show held annually 2^nd week in July. Outdoors. Accepts photography, 2D mixed media, 3D mixed media, painting, pottery, basketry, sculpture, fiber, leather, digital cartoons, clothing, stitchery, metal, glass, wood, toys, prints, drawing. Juried. Awards/prizes: Best New Artist: $500; Best Booth Design Award: $500; Best of Show: $1,200. Number of exhibitors: 300. Public attendance: 200,000. Free to the public. Artists may apply online or request application. Deadline for entry: early February. Application fee: $20 jury fee. Space fee: $225/single space; $450/double space. Exhibition space: 10×10 ft. Average gross sales/exhibitor: $2,000-$4,000. For more information, and to apply, artists should e-mail, visit website, call, send SASE.

MARKETS

CONTESTS

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Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a newcomer still cutting your teeth, you should consider entering contests to see how your work compares to that of other artists or graphic designers. The contests in this section range in scope from tiny juried county fairs to massive international competitions. When possible, we’ve included entry fees and other pertinent information in our limited space. Contact sponsors for entry forms and more details.

Once you receive rules and entry forms, pay particular attention to the sections describing rights. Some sponsors retain all rights to winning entries or even submitted images. Be wary of these. While you can benefit from the publicity and awards connected with winning prestigious competitions, you shouldn’t unknowingly forfeit copyright. Granting limited rights for publicity is reasonable, but you should never assign rights of any kind without adequate financial compensation or a written agreement. If such terms are not stated in contest rules, ask sponsors for clarification.

If you’re satisfied with the contest’s copyright rules, check with contest officials to see what types of images won in previous years. By scrutinizing former winners, you might notice a trend in judging that could help when choosing your entries. If you can’t view the images, ask what styles and subject matters have been popular.

AESTHETICA CREATIVE WORKS COMPETITION

P.O. Box 371, York YO23 1WL, United Kingdom. Email: [email protected]. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.aestheticamagazine.com. The Aesthetica Creative Works Competition represents the scope of creative activity today, and provides an opportunity for both new and established artists to nurture their reputations on an international scale. There are three categories: Artwork & Photography, Fiction and Poetry. See guidelines online.

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF AVIATION ARTISTS INTERNATIONAL AEROSPACE ART EXHIBITION

13330 W. Gelding Dr., Surprise AZ 85379-6487. (623)556-9630. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.asaa-avart.org. Contact: John W. Clark, exhibition chairman. Entry fee: $40/entry for non-ASAA members. This annual contest is held to promote aerospace art. Several prizes will be awarded. Open to all skill levels. Call for entries for the 2012 exhibition will be posted in November. See website for more information.

ARTISTS ALPINE HOLIDAY

Ouray County Arts Association, P.O. Box 167, Ouray CO 81427. (970)626-3212. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: ourayarts.org/aah.html. Contact: Deann McDaniel, president. Cost: $25, includes up to 2 entries. Annual fine arts show. Juried. Cash awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes in all categories total $4,850. Best of Show: $500; People’s Choice Award: $50. Open to all skill levels. Photographers and artists should call or see website for more information.

THE ARTIST’S MAGAZINE’S ANNUAL ART COMPETITION

F+W Media, 4700 E. Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati OH 45236. (715)445-4621, ext. 13430. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.artistsnetwork.com/annualcompetition. Contact: Nicole Florence, customer service specialist. Cost: All entries in the Student/Beginner Division (for artists age 16 and over who (1) have been enrolled in a post-high school art program for no more than four years OR (2) have pursued art on their own or in workshops/lessons for no more than four years) are $15 per image. All others are $25 per image. Held annually. “You may enter work in any and all categories; there is no limit to the number of images you may enter. Enter online or mail all your entries in on one CD. If entering by mail, please include a separate sheet that gives the title, medium (oil, watercolor, etc.) and dimensions of each image. The titles of the images on the CD must match the titles on the sheet. All entries should be accompanied by an entry form. Incomplete entry forms and information sheets, and improperly named image files will be disqualified. Image files cannot exceed 2MB. The file must be saved as a JPEG in RGB color mode (not CMYK). File names should include only letters, numbers and spaces. See website for complete submission details; and a list of eligible categories. Awards: More than $25,000 in cash prizes; 5 1st Place awards: $2,500 each; 5 2nd Place awards: $1,250 each; 5 3rd Place awards: $750 each; 15 Honorable Mentions: $100 each. Winners will be featured and finalists’ names will be published in an upcoming issue of The Artist’s Magazine. Nine finalists will be featured in the “Competition Spotlight” in The Artist’s Magazine, 12 finalists will be featured as “Artist of the Month” on our website and the works of 12 finalists will be offered on our website as desktop wallpaper. All winners and finalists will receive a certificate suitable for framing. All award winners and Honorable Mentions receive a 1-year membership to the North-Light VIP Program. See website for prizes to be won in the Student/Beginner Division category. Open to all skill levels. April 13, 2012 deadline. E-mail or see website for more information.

THE ARTIST’S MAGAZINE ALL-MEDIA

F+W Media, 4700 E. Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati OH 45236. (715)445-4621, ext. 13430. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.artistsnetwork.com/2010-online-competition. Contact: Nicole Florence, customer service specialist. Cost: $20/ entry. Annual contest held to recognize the best work being done in various mediums. Awards: the grand prize winner receives a $500 prize, as well as a subscription to The Artist’s Magazine and $100 worth of North Light Books. All 7 first place winners receive $100, complimentary subscriptions to The Artist’s Magazine and $100 worth of North Light Books. Honorable mentions receive complimentary subscriptions to The Artist’s Magazine and $50 worth of North Light Books. Open to all skill levels. E-mail or see website for more information.

THE ARTIST’S MAGAZINE OVER 60 COMPETITION

F+W Media, 4700 E. Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati OH 45236. (715)445-4621, ext.13430. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.artistsnetwork.com/over60. Contact: Nicole Florence, customer service specialist. Cost: $15/slide or image. Annual contest for artists age 60+ working in all traditional art media. Entries can be submitted online using the online entry form. There is no limit to the number of images you may enter. You may mail all your entries in on one CD. You must include a cover sheet that lists the title, medium/media, and dimensions of each image. The titles of the images on the CD must match the titles on the sheet. Image files cannot exceed 2MG. The file format must be JPEG. If your work is selected for the top 10, we will contact you at a later date and ask that you provide a high-res replacement file. Incomplete entry forms and information sheets, and improperly marked CDs will be disqualified. See website for complete submission details. Awards: $1,000 in prizes; 10 winners each receive $100. Winners will be published in the March issue of The Artist’s Magazine and on the website. All winners will receive a certificate suitable for framing. Open to all skill levels; however, participants must be 60 years of age or older. October deadline. E-mail or see website for more information.

ARTIST TRUST FELLOWSHIP AWARD

1835 12th Ave, Seattle WA 98122. (209)467-8734, ext. 9. Fax: (206)467-9633. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: artisttrust.org. Contact: Miguel Guillen, Program Manager.

ARTSLINK PROJECTS AWARD

CEC Artslink, 435 Hudson St., 8th Floor, New York NY 10014. (212)643-1985, ext. 23. Fax: (212)643-1996. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.cecartslink.org. Contact: Tamalyn Miller, program director. Estab. 1962.

CREATIVE QUARTERLY CALL FOR ENTRIES

244 Fifth Ave., Suite F269, New York NY 10001-7604. (212)591-2566. Fax: (212)537-6201. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.cqjournal.com. Entry fee: $10/entry. Quarterly contest. “Our publication is all about inspiration.” Open to all art directors, graphic designers, photographers, illustrators and fine artists in all countries. Separate categories for professionals and students. We accept both commissioned and uncommissioned entries. Work is judged on the uniqueness of the image and how it best solves a marketing problem. Winners will be requested to submit an image of a person, place or thing that inspires their work. We will reprint these in the issue and select one for our cover image. Creative Quarterly has the rights to promote the work through our publications and website. Complete rights and copyright belong to the individual artist, designer or photographer who enters their work. Enter online or by sending a disc. Winners will be featured in the next issue of Creative Quarterly corresponding with the call for entries and will be displayed in our online gallery. Runners-up will be displayed online only. Winners and runners-up both receive a complimentary copy of the publication. Open to all skill levels. Deadline: The last Friday of each January, April, July and October. See website for more information.

DIRECT ART MAGAZINE PUBLICATION COMPETITION

123 Warren St., Hudson NY 12534. (845)688-7129. Email: [email protected]. Website: www.slowart.com. Contact: Tim Slowinski, director. Cost: $35. Annual contest. National magazine publication of new and emerging art in all medias. Cover and feature article awards. Open to all skill levels. Send SASE or see website for more information. SlowArt Productions presents the annual group thematic exhibition. Open to all artists, national and international, working in all media. All forms of art are eligible. Entrants must be 18years of age or older to apply. 96 inch maximum for wall hung work, 72 inch for free-standing sculpture.

HOW INTERACTIVE DESIGN AWARDS

4700 E. Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati OH 45236. (715)445-4612, ext. 13430. Website: www.howdesign.com/interactivedesignawards. Contact: Nicole Florence, customer service. Annual contest to recognize the best in digital design. See website for complete submission details and a list of categories. Awards: All winning entries will be featured in HOW’s March Design Annual and receive a $100 discount to the HOW Design Conference. One “Best of Show” winner will get a free trip to the HOW Conference (round-trip airfare, hotel and registration). Open to all skill levels. Deadline: early July. E-mail or see website for more information.

HOW INTERNATIONAL DESIGN AWARDS

4700 E. Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati OH 45236. (715)445-4612, ext. 13430. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.howdesign.com/internationaldesignawards. Contact: Nicole Florence, customer service. Annual contest to recognize the best graphic design work from around the world. Awards: All winning entries will be featured in HOW’s April International Design Annual and winners will get a $100 discount to the HOW Design Conference. One “Best of Show” winner will get a free trip to the HOW Design Conference (roundtrip airfare, hotel and registration) and an award to be presented at the conference. Open to all skill levels. Deadline: mid-August. E-mail or see website for more information.

HOW LOGO DESIGN AWARDS

4700 E. Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati OH 45236. (715)445-4612, ext. 13430. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.howdesign.com/logodesignawards. Contact: Nicole Florence, customer service specialist. Annual contest. “There are no categories, and it doesn’t matter if your logo was created for yourself, for work or just for fun…we want to see what you can do! So take this wide-open media and run with it! All logos must be submitted online at howdesign.com. The image size must not exceed 1280×1024 pixels. The image can be saved at a resolution that will enable us to zoom in to see details during judging, but the file size must not exceed 2MB.” Awards: 10 winners will be featured on the HOW website, get $150 worth of HOW books and a 1-year subscription to HOW magazine and receive a graphic to post on your website announcing your winning status. Open to all skill levels. Deadline: early June. E-mail or see website for more information.

HOW POSTER DESIGN AWARDS

4700 E. Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati OH 45236. (715)445-4612, ext. 13430. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.howdesign.com/posterdesignawards. Contact: Nicole Florence, customer service specialist. Annual contest. “There are no categories, and it doesn’t matter if your poster was created for yourself, for work or just for fun…we want to see what you can do! So take this wide-open media and run with it! All posters must be submitted online at howdesign.com. The image size must not exceed 1280×1024 pixels. The image can be saved at a resolution that will enable us to zoom in to see details during judging, but the file size must not exceed 2MB.” Awards: 10 winners will be featured on the HOW website, get $150 worth of HOW books and a 1-year subscription to HOW magazine, and receive a graphic to post on your website announcing your winning status. Open to all skill levels. Deadline: early June. E-mail or see website for more information.

HOW PROMOTION DESIGN AWARDS

4700 E. Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati OH 45236. (715)445-4612, ext. 13430. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.howdesign.com/pro-motiondesignawards. Contact: Nicole Florence, customer service specialist. Annual contest. HOW’s longest-running design competition (launched in 1988). “This is the only awards program to specifically recognize outstanding promotional work—a design firm’s self-promo, a project for a client’s goods or services, an announcement, or a student résumé or portfolio. HOW’s Promotion Design Awards celebrates design work that’s engaging, memorable and effective at moving the viewer toward action.” See website for complete submission details and a list of categories. Accepts actual samples of annual reports, brochures, catalogs, direct mail, book and magazine covers and interior pages, invitations, announcements, greeting cards, letterhead, logos, packaging, posters, print advertising, calendars, wearables, 3D objects and other print projects. Also accepts color print-outs of workspaces, signage and other environmental graphic design. Does not accept videos, CDs, DVDs, websites or other interactive work, or digital images or slides of print work. Digital work is eligible in our Interactive Design Awards. Designs may be entered in more than one category. Submit a separate entry and fee for each category. Awards: All will be featured in HOW’s Self-Promotion Design Annual, and winners will get a $100 discount to the HOW Design Conference and a certificate. Best of Show awarded a free trip to the HOW Design Conference (round-trip airfare, hotel and registration) and an award to be presented at the conference. Open to all skill levels. Deadline: March. E-mail or see website for more information.

IN-HOWSE DESIGN AWARDS

F+W Media, 4700 E. Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati OH 45236. (715)445-4612, ext. 13430. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.howdesign.com/in-howsedesignawards. Contact: Nicole Florence, customer service specialist. Cost: Single entry—$65 (stationery systems count as single entries); Campaign—$90 (3 or more pieces that function as a system or series). Make checks payable to F+W Media, Inc. Payment must accompany entries. Entries received without payment will be disqualified. Entry fees are nonrefundable. Annual contest held to recognize the best creative work produced by designers working in corporations, associations and organizations. Submissions are evaluated by business category to ensure that a broad range of design work is represented. Accepts actual samples of annual reports, brochures, catalogs, direct mail, book and magazine covers and interior pages, invitations, announcements, greeting cards, letterhead, logos, packaging, posters, print advertising, calendars, wearables, 3D objects and other print projects. Also accepts color print-outs of workspaces, signage and other environmental graphic design. Does not accept videos, CDs, DVDs, websites or other interactive work, or digital images or slides of print work. (Digital work is eligible in our Interactive Design Awards.) Designs may be entered in more than one category (see website for category listing). See website for complete submission details; and a list of eligible categories. Awards: Best of Show winner will receive: two-page spread in HOW’s February issue; 3 HOW design conference registrations to be used at the event; $500 HOW Books gift certificate to be redeemed at the HOW design conference bookstore; 1-year HOW subscription; frameable certificate for winner and for the company CEO, along with a letter from HOW celebrating the work and a press release to the design community promoting your win. Merit winners will receive publication in HOW magazine and a $100 gift certificate toward the HOW Design Conference. Open to all skill levels. April deadline. Call, e-mail or see website for more information.

INTERNATIONAL ART SEARCH ANNUAL PAINTINGS & DRAWINGS ONLINE COMPETITION

P.O.Box 188, Ft. Myers FL 33902. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.internationalartsearch.com. Contact: Ona Nygaard, customer service. Cost: $25/1st entry, $5 for each additional entry, up to 6. Annual contest. Online competition and year-long exhibit. Awards: $3,250 in cash prizes. Open to all skill levels. Deadline: early December. Artists should see website for more information.

LOS ANGELES CENTER FOR DIGITAL JURIED COMPETITION

107 W. Fifth St., Los Angeles CA 90013. (323)646-9427. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.lacda.com. LACDA is dedicated to the propagation of all forms of digital art, supporting local, international, emerging and established artists in our gallery. Entry fee: $30. Its juried competition is open to digital artists around the world. It also sponsors other competitions throughout the year. Visit website, e-mail, call for more information, including deadline dates.

LOVE UNLIMITED FILM FESTIVAL & ART EXHIBITION

5215 N. Lombard, Suite 2, #136, Portland OR 97203. (503)482-8568. Fax: (888)LOVE-304 (568-3304). Email: [email protected]. Website: www.loveanddiversity.org. Contact: Submissions administrator. Cost: $30. Accepts art, photos and all types of designs, as well as film and scripts. Awards: over 120 given out during a gala red carpet event in Venice, Los Angeles. Photos and videos of past events are online. Open to all skill levels. November deadline. See website for more information.

ONLY ORIGINALS ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL ART COMPETITION

P.O. Box 592, Benton AR 72018-0592. (501)778-8830. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.onlyoriginals.org. Contact: Carol Fullerton-Sansel, gallery owner. $20. Annual contest to find emerging artists to showcase on the website and to help interested clients link to their sites. The gallery charges no commission, but instead encourages clients to contact artists directly. Open to artists 18 years of age or older, residing in 1 of 44 selected countries and all skill levels. All 2D work will be considered, including painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, digital imagery, mosaics, artistic quilts, etc. Up to 20 finalists will have 6 works showcased on the website. There is a single cash award, which varies in amount. $5 from each entry goes toward the cash prize, with minimum and maximum prizes defined in the prospectus. If the winner lives outside the U.S., the prize money is deposited into a PayPal account. Next deadline: March 1, 2012. E-mail or see website for more information.

ONLY ORIGINALS ANNUAL NATIONAL INVITATIONAL

P.O. Box 592, Benton AR 72018-0592. (501)778-8830. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.onlyoriginals.org. Contact: Carol Fullerton-Sam-sel, gallery owner. Cost: $20. Annual contest to find emerging U.S. artists to showcase on the website and to help interested clients link to their sites. The gallery charges no commission, but instead encourages clients to contact artists directly. Open to all artists 18 years of age or older of all skill levels. All 2D work will be considered, including painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, digital imagery, mosaics, artistic quilts, and more. Up to 20 artists will have 6 works showcased on the website. There is a single cash award, which varies in amount. $5 from each entry goes toward the cash prize, with minimum and maximum prizes defined in the prospectus. Next deadline: September 1, 2012. E-mail or see website for more information.

PASTEL 100

F+W Media, Competitions Dept., 4700 E. Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati OH 45236. (715)445-4621, ext. 13430. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.artistsnetwork.com/pasteljournalcompetition. Contact: Nicole Florence, customer service specialist. Cost: $20/image. Annual contest sponsored by The Pastel Journal offers cash, prizes and publicity to winners. Enter files online or via regular mail. All digital files submitted via regular mail must be accompanied by an Official Entry Form or facsimile. There is no limit to the number of images you may enter. If you mail all your entries in on one CD, please include a separate sheet that gives the title and dimensions of each image. Image files cannot exceed 2MB. The file format must be JPEG. If your work is selected for the top 100, we will contact you about sending a high-res replacement. Incomplete entry forms and information sheets, and improperly marked CDs will be disqualified. Slides will not be accepted. CDs will not be returned. See website for a listing of categories. Awards: More than $13,000 in cash prizes, including Best in Show award, worth $5,000, and the Grand Prize award, worth $2,500. All top prizewinners and place winners will receive features in The Pastel Journal. Honorable mentions (70 awarded) will be featured in The Pastel Journal. See website for a complete list of awards. Open to all skill levels. Artists must be 16 or older. Work must be at least 80% soft pastel; no oil pastel. NuPastels and other “harder” pastels are considered soft pastels. The contest is open to artists in the U.S. and abroad. All works must be original. Compositions based on published material or other artists’ work are not considered original and are not eligible. See website for complete eligibility details. Next deadline: August 15, 2012. E-mail or see website for more information.

PRINT’S CREATIVITY + COMMERCE

F+W Media, Competitions Dept., 4700 E. Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati OH 45236. (715)445-4612, ext. 13430. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.printmag.com/article/creativity-and-commerce. Contact: Nicole Florence, customer service specialist. Cost: $100/entry. Projects in which multiple pieces are part of a single program will require a $125 fee. Annual contest showcasing outstanding business-focused print and interactive design from around the world. Features the best branding campaigns, websites, advertising, corporate brochures, annual reports, identity systems, packaging, catalogs, motion graphics, and signage produced to communicate with a company’s audience, investors, employees, or the public. Submit up to 10 digital photos per entry (2 MB per photo). If your work is selected as a finalist you may be asked to send a sample. Enter by mail using the downloadable entry form. If you enter via this method, attach a completed form to the back of each item submitted. Make 2 copies of each completed entry coupon, so that you have three in all—1 original and 2 copies—for each entry. Include the 2 copies with your payment, if you are not paying online. Please indicate what the entry is, or its purpose, in a few sentences, on the form. For all entries, state the nature of the client’s business. Entries cannot be returned. See website for complete submission details and a listing of categories. Awards: all winning entries will be showcased in Print and also a special online gallery. Open to all skill levels. September deadline. Call, e-mail or see website for more information.

PRINT’S HAND DRAWN COMPETITION

F+W Media, 4700 E. Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati OH 45236. (715)445-4612, ext. 13430. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.printmag.com/article/hand-drawn. Contact: Nicole Florence, customer service specialist. Cost: $40/entry; $60/campaign or series; $20/students, $30/student campaign or series. Annual contest devoted solely to illustration. Open to all participants and all illustrations styles. There are no restrictions and all entries will be judged equally. All files must be submitted electronically and be 2MB in size or smaller. Awards: $500 for best in show; $250 for two runner-ups and placement in the magazine and on printmag.com. Open to all skill levels. September deadline. Call, e-mail or see website for more information.

PRINT’S REGIONAL DESIGN ANNUAL

F+W Media, 4700 Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati OH 45236. (715)445-4612, ext. 13430. Fax: (715)445-4087. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.printmag.com/article/regional-design-annual. Contact: Nicole Florence, customer service specialist. Cost: Single entries: $65 each piece; campaigns and series: $90 (3 or more pieces in each submission). Ad campaigns, book cover series, corporate brochure series, or poster series will all be considered campaigns. Any packaging entry, whether a single package or a family of packages, will be considered a single entry (fee: $65). Any letterhead entry that consists of stationery, envelope, and business card will be considered a single entry. Held annually. “The Regional Design Annual is more than just a catalog of the best American design created over the year. For thirty years, this highly-anticipated collection of art and design has displayed the considerable breadth and depth of highquality work being generated in every corner of the country. For many designers, the RDA symbolizes the pinnacle of design accomplishment, while at the same time directly reflecting the aesthetics and zeitgeist of the regions included.” Enter online or send a physical copy using the entry form. If entering online, you may submit up to 10 digital photos per entry (2MB per photo). If your work is selected as a finalist you may be asked to send a sample. See website for complete submission details; and a listing of categories. Awards: Winners will be published in the December issue of Print, as well as featured in an online gallery. Open to all skill levels. Deadline 2012: February 1 (see website for details). E-mail or see website for more information.

SPLASH: THE BEST OF WATERCOLOR

F+W Media, 4700 E. Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati OH 45236. (715)445-4612, ext. 13430. E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]. Website: www.splashwatercolor.com; www.artistsnetwork.com/competitions. Contact: Nicole Florence, customer service specialist. Cost: $30 for the first painting and $25 for each additional painting. Annual contest showcasing the finest watercolor paintings being created today. A new book in the series is published every year by North Light Books and features nearly 140 paintings by a wide variety of artists from around the world, each with instructive information about how it was achieved—including inspiration, tips and techniques. “We look for excellence in a variety of styles and subjects. The dominant medium must be transparent watercolor, though minor uses of other media are acceptable.” Your digital images may be submitted online or on CD/DVD (please label the disks with your name and address). Mailed entries must be accompanied by a color printout and an entry form. Disks will not be returned. For judging purposes, these images must be high-quality, in RGB color mode, TIFF or JPEG format, and 72dpi. All digital files must be smaller than 2MB. Digital files submitted by mail must be labeled with your last name, first name, the entry number (should correspond to the number on the entry form), with no punctuation marks until the file extension (example: Wolf Rachel 3.jpg). Awards: winning paintings will be published in a beautiful hardcover book. Open to all skill levels. December 2011 deadline. E-mail or see website for more information.

STROKES OF GENIUS: THE BEST OF DRAWING

F+W Media, 4700 E. Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati OH 45236. (715)445-4612, ext. 13430. E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]. Website: www.splashwatercolor.com; www.artistsnetwork.com/competitions. Contact: Nicole Florence, customer service specialist. Cost: $30 for the first drawing and $25 for each additional drawing. Annual contest showcasing the finest drawings being created today. A new book in the series is published every year by North Light Books and features nearly 140 drawings by a wide variety of artists from around the world, each with instructive information about how it was achieved—including inspiration, tips and techniques. Artwork can be in any dry medium, or wet medium applied in a linear fashion that would be traditionally considered drawing. Final judgment on whether a work of art fits into the “drawing” category will be determined by the editors. All submissions will be reviewed by Rachel Wolf and the editorial staff of North Light Books. Art will be selected on the basis of general quality as well as suitability for this publication. Your digital images may be submitted online or on CD/DVD (please label the disks with your name and address). Mailed entries must be accompanied by a color printout and an entry form. Disks will not be returned. For judging purposes, these images must be high- quality, in RGB color mode, TIFF or JPEG format, and 72dpi. All digital files must be smaller than 2MB. Digital files submitted by mail must be labeled with your last name, first name, the entry number (should correspond to the number on the entry form), with no punctuation marks until the file extension (example: Wolf Rachel 3.jpg). Awards: winning drawings will be published in a beautiful hardcover book. Open to all skill levels. April deadline. E-mail or see website for more information.

WATERCOLOR ARTIST’S WATERMEDIA SHOWCASE

F+W Media, 4700 E. Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati OH 45236. (715)445-4621, ext. 13430. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.artistsnetwork.com/watermediashowcase. Contact: Nicole Florence, customer service specialist. Cost: $20/image. Annual contest. You may enter online or you may mail all your entries in on one CD. All entries must be submitted as digital files. You may enter work in any and all categories; there is no limit to the number of images you may enter. If entering via regular mail, you must include an entry form. Please include a cover sheet with your disk. Indicate the file name, title and dimensions of each entry. Please include the title of the entry in the corresponding file name on disk. File names should include only letters, numbers and spaces. Image files cannot exceed 2MB. The file must be saved as a JPEG in RGB color mode (not CMYK). If your work is selected as a winner, we may contact you about sending a high-res replacement. Incomplete entry forms and information sheets, and improperly named image files will be disqualified. See website for complete submission details. Award: Best of Show: $500; 2nd Place: $250; 3rd Place: $100; 4th Place: $50. Award winners will be published and Honorable Mentions’ names will be listed in the February 2012 issue of Watercolor Artist. All winners and honorable mentions will receive a certificate suitable for framing. Open to all skill levels. July 15, 2012 deadline. E-mail or see website for more information.

FRED WHITEHEAD AWARD FOR DESIGN OF A TRADE BOOK

Texas Institute of Letters, P.O. Box 609, Round Rock TX 78680. (512) 238-1871. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: texasinstituteofletters.org. Contact: W.K. (Kip) Stratton, acquisitions. Offered annually for the best design for a trade book. Open to Texas residents or those who have lived in Texas for 2 consecutive years. See website for guidelines. Deadline: early January.

MARKETS

WORKSHOPS & ART TOURS

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Taking an art or design workshop or tour is one of the best ways to improve your creative skills. There is no substitute for the hands-on experience and one-on-one instruction you can receive at a workshop. Besides, where else can you go and spend several days with people who share your passion for art or design?

Plein air drawing and painting are perennial workshop favorites. Creativity is another popular workshop topic. You’ll also find highly specialized workshops, such as Celtic design and forensic art. Many tours specialize in a specific location and the great artistic opportunities that location affords.

As you peruse these pages, take a good look at the quality of workshops and the skill level the sponsors want to attract. It is important to know if a workshop is for beginners, advanced amateurs, or professionals. Information from a workshop organizer can help you make that determination.

These workshop listings contain only the basic information needed to make contact with sponsors, and a brief description of the styles or media covered in the programs. We also include information on costs when possible. Write, call, or e-mail the workshop/tour sponsors for complete information. Most have websites with extensive information about their programs, when they’re offered, and how much they cost.

A workshop or tour can be whatever the artist or designer wishes—a holiday from the normal working routine, or an exciting introduction to new skills and perspectives on the craft. Whatever you desire, you’re sure to find in these pages a workshop or tour that fulfills your expectations.

AON CELTIC ART WORKSHOP

P.O. Box 23178, Connaught PO, Calgary AB T2S 3B1, Canada. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.aon-celtic.com/aon-workshops.html. Contact: Emily Broder. Learn the intricate art of Celtic design. Topics covered will be the basic Celtic knot, complex knotting patterns, trefoil knots and freehand knotting, as well as the double, triple and quadruple spiral and an introduction to celtic animals. Within these patterns, we’ll experiment with traditional embellishments and colors, easy gilding techniques, and the various ways Celtic design can be incorporated into any creative work. We will also brainstorm how to take the designs covered and begin creating your own unique works of Celtic art. All techniques will be covered, no experience in Celtic art or painting required. Just a sense of fun and a willingness to explore. The Bow Valley Calligraphy Guild will be hosting the next workshop, November 19-20, 2011. Registration is open to members and public; see their website at www.bvcg.ca for more information. To book this workshop for your local group or calligraphy guild, please visit Aon’s website. Please book at least 6 months in advance. Open to beginners and intermediate creatives. Cost: Typically $800 USD for bookings in the USA; $700 CAD for Canadian bookings. Transportation and lodging costs extra. E-mail or see website for more information.

ARROWMONT SCHOOL OF ARTS AND CRAFTS

556 Parkway, Gatlinburg TN 37738. (865)436-5860. Fax: (865)430-4101. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.arrowmont.org. Offers weekend, 1- and 2-week workshops in photography, drawing, painting, clay, metals/enamels, kiln glass, fibers, surface design, wood turning and furniture. Residencies, studio assistantships, work-study, and scholarships are available. See individual course descriptions for pricing.

ART ESCAPES WORKSHOPS WITH DORY KANTER

3142 SW Fairview Blvd., Portland OR 97205. (503)224-3331. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.dorykanter.com. Contact: Dory Kanter, artist and workshop organizer. Cost: $200-3,000; lodging, breakfasts and some additional other meals included for international workshops only. Next workshops: December 2011 (Maui HI) and September 2012 (Provence, France). “Join Dory as she makes it easy to create art everyday with original Art Escape projects designed to spark your creativity and capture the sights and scenes around you. Learn enlivening observational art projects to record your wanderings—at home or on the road. Discover how to create an artistic journal or travel journal filled with sketches, collages, and watercolor paintings with innovative ways to chronicle your thoughts and impressions. Dory will demonstrate how to create luminous watercolor mixes with her four color triads. This workshop explores traditional and nontraditional methods for putting your experiences on paper by enhancing your artistic eye, practicing the art of the quick sketch, and storytelling with images combined with text. All skill levels will experience both inspiration and success.” Interested parties should e-mail and see website for more information.

ART REVOLUTION: REINTERPRET, REINVENT AND REDEFINE

E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.cyrstudio.com. Contact: Lisa L. Cyr. This highly visual presentation by multi-disciplinary artist and author Lisa L. Cyr will provide valuable knowledge and insight into the ideology behind groundbreaking, multi-media work. A behind-the-scenes look at many of today’s leading artists and illustrators will shed light on signature processes and techniques. 2D, 3D, digital and new media work will be shown in inventive combinations. The lecture will also include a survey of the historical influences behind contemporary thinking and approaches, unfolding the origins of unconventional picture making throughout the decades. This traveling lecture is open to all skill levels. Cost varies depending on where the workshop is held. E-mail or see the website for more information.

ART WORKSHOPS IN GUATEMALA

4758 Lyndale Ave. S, Minneapolis MN 55419-5304. (612)825-0747. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.artguat.org. Contact: Liza Fourre, director. Estab. 1995. Annual workshops held in Antigua, Guatemala. See website for a list of upcoming workshops.

BIG ART, SMALL CANVAS

E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.joycewashor.com. Contact: Sally Lamson. Three-day oil workshop to be held September 6-8, 2012 at the Creative Arts Center in Chatham MA. “BIG ART, small canvas gives you the guidance you need to create small paintings. You will learn all about mixing colors, composing, creating depth and textures in a small format. Smaller canvases allow you to enjoy everything about painting with less expense, less mess and less time!” Open to all skill levels. See www.capecod-creativearts.org or www.joycewashor.com for more information, including cost.

CAPTURING RADIANT LIGHT & COLOR

10030 Fair Oaks Blvd., Fair Oaks CA 95628. (916)966-7517. E-mail: [email protected]. Website:www.lightandcolor.com. Contact: Susan Sarback, artist/instructor. Cost varies depending on location and number of days. 2012 dates: January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October. See website for specific dates and pricing. Workshops offer instruction on painting with oils and/or pastels. Open to all skill levels. Call, e-mail or see website for more information.

COASTAL MAINE ART WORKSHOPS/ ROCKLAND

P.O. Box 845, Camden ME 04843. (207)594-4813. Email: [email protected]. Website: www.coastalmaineartworkshops.com. Contact: Lyn Donovan, director. Annual. Workshops held weekly mid-July through mid-October. Nationally and internationally known master painting instructors are brought in to teach 5-day classes. Subjects include: studio and plein air, portrait, still life, and composition/values/color, in a variety of mediums. “We have glorious scenery, a fine large studio and a reputation for lavish personal attention. Rockland is halfway up the coast of Maine and full of great art, places to stay and terrific food.” Open to all skill levels. Cost: Generally, class tuition ranges from $425-650. Cost includes a complimentary lobster dinner and daily snacks, 24-hour parking and studio use. Lodging and other meals are extra; students make their own arrangements. Most establishments provide a breakfast. Artists should write, send SASE, call, e-mail or see website for more information.

CREATIVE ARTS WORKSHOP

80 Audubon St., New Haven CT 06511. (203)562-4927. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.creativeartsworkshop.org. Contact: Harold Shapiro, photography department head. Nonprofit regional center for education in the visual arts that has served the Greater New Haven area since 1961. Located in the heart of the award-winning Audubon Arts District, CAW offers a wide-range of classes in the visual arts in its own three-story building with fully equipped studios and an active exhibition schedule in its well known Hilles Gallery. Offers exciting classes and advanced workshops. Digital and traditional b&w darkroom. See website for more information and upcoming workshops.

DAWSON COLLEGE CENTRE FOR TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

4001 de Maisonneuve Blvd. W., Suite 2G.1, Montreal QC H3Z 3G4, Canada. (514)933-0047. Fax: (514)937-3832. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/ciait. Workshop subjects include imaging arts and technologies, computer animation, photography, digital imaging, desktop publishing, multimedia, and web publishing and design. See website for course and workshop information.

DRAWING FOR THE ABSOLUTE BEGINNER

Cincinnati OH. (513)671-6525. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.shadowblaze.com. Contact: Mark or Mary Willenbrink. Held annually in June and September. Learn basic drawing and art principles and techniques with step-by-step demonstrations and personal instruction. Each student will complete a drawing during their workshop. “Mark is known for his encouragement and for being able to bring out the best in his students.” Open to beginners and intermediate creatives. Cost determined by the specific workshop and location. Call or e-mail for more information.

DYNAMICS OF LIGHT-FILLED LANDSCAPE PAINTING

(808)873-0597. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.pleinairjourneys.com. Contact: Julie Houck. Cost: $350, instruction only. Annual workshop teaching the fundamentals of light on the landscape. See website for 2012 dates. Open to all skill levels. Artists should call, e-mail or see website for more information.

ETRUSCAN PLACES LANDSCAPE PAINTING IN ITALY

10 Ashland St., Newburyport MA 01950. (212)780-3216. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.landscapepainting.com. Contact: Maddine Insalaco, director. Annual workshop held May through October. “Intensive one-week open-air landscape painting workshops in Tuscany and the Roman Campagna.” Cost: from $2,150-2,950 depending on class and occupancy. Fees include everything except travel, paints and brushes. Open to all skill levels. Call, e-mail or see website for more information.

EXPERIMENTAL PAINTING: INSPIRATIONAL APPROACHES IN MIXED MEDIA

E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.cyrstudio.com. Contact: Lisa L. Cyr. Throughout this highly visual, hands-on workshop by multi-disciplinary artist and author Lisa L. Cyr, attendees will learn how to employ both 2D as well as 3D mixed media techniques to expand and transform their visual vocabulary. Some of the topics covered include: employing alternative working grounds, toning the painting surface in imaginative ways, building the visual architecture and utilizing innovative mixed media techniques to create intriguing effects. Discussions on pictorial format, composition and overall conceptual development will help each attendee to expand upon their own creative process and approach. This traveling workshop is open to all levels. Cost varies depending on where the workshop is held. E-mail or see the website for more information.

FINE ARTS WORK CENTER

24 Pearl St., Provincetown MA 02657. (508)487-9960. Fax: (508)487-8873. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.fawc.org. Contact: Dorothy Antczak, summer program director. Estab. 1968. Faculty includes Constantine Manos, David Graham, Amy Arbus, Marian Roth, Gabe Greenburg, Joanne Dugan, David Hilliard, and Connie Imboden. Write, call or e-mail for more information.

FIRESIGN ART & DESIGN STUDIO AND B&B

P.O.Box 265, 730 Smiths Road, Quathiaski Cove, British Columbia V0P 1N0, Canada. (877)285-3390 (toll free) or (250)285-3390. Fax: (250)285-3105. Email: [email protected]. Website: www.firesignartanddesign.com. Contact: Nanci Cook, owner. Annual. 12-14 workshops held from March through October. Artists/instructors teach specific workshops in small classes (5-7 students) in watercolor, oil, acrylic, fiber art and mixed media. Location is the beautiful Quadra Island. Spring workshops are held in the studio; summer and fall workshops held outside. Instructors include: Brian Simons, David Gallup, Dianne Bersea, Norma Jackson, Grant Fuller, Clive Powsey, Suzanne Northcott, Lisa Birke, Marjorie Turnbull and more. Open to all skill levels. Cost: $600-650 CDN for 5-day workshop. Includes delicious lunches, 2-3 B&B rooms available for a 10% discount. Some weekend workshops scheduled, 2-3 day duration. Weekend cost: $200-295 CDN. Artists should write, call, e-mail or see website for more information.

HORIZONS: ARTISTIC TRAVEL

P.O. Box 634, Leverett MA 01054. (413)367-9200. Fax: (413)367-9522. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.horizons-art.com. Contact: Jane Sinauer, director. One-of-a-kind small-group travel adventures: 1 and 2-week programs in the American Southwest, Mexico, Ecuador, Peru, Burma, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia, Southern Africa, Morocco, Northern India. Upcoming workshops: October 9-15 “Off-Beat Southwest: Canyon Country,” January 13-22 “Southeast Asia Explorer,” March 7-13 “Ecuador: Treasures of the Andean Highlands.” See website for more information, including pricing and registration.

HOW TO CREATE A SENSE OF DEPTH (AND MUCH MORE!)

Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff, 374 Industrial Park Dr., Boone NC 28607. (800)227-2788 ext.1123. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.cheapjoes.com/art-instruction/artist-workshops.asp or www.lauriehumble.com. Contact: Edwina May, workshop coordinator. Held annually. Next workshop held May 7-9, 2012. Learn, not only how to compose your work to draw the viewer in, but also how to use a sense of depth to hold the viewers interest longer. Beginners and advanced painters alike will come away with a new understanding of how to achieve a sense of visual depth through a series of exercises Laurie has carefully designed to teach specific concepts. Lessons learned can be applied to any painting style or skill level. Cost: around $495. “Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains, terrific views from studio, lots of area attractions, discounted lodging rates for workshop participants. Classes held in a spacious workshop studio, color correct lighting, individual adjustable artist tables, ergonomic adjustable chairs, separate demo area with overhead teaching mirror. Convenient parking, no stairs to climb. Delicious lunches provided Monday-Thursday. Free coffee, hot tea, fresh fruit and other goodies. Gift each morning. Outlet store next door for supplies, true southern hospitality, friendliest customer service in the world.” Call, e-mail, or see website for more information.

JULIE GILBERT POLLARD WATERCOLOR AND OIL WORKSHOPS

(623)849-2504. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.juliegilbertpollard.com. Contact: Julie Gilbert Pollard. Held annually. See website for upcoming dates. “Julie Gilbert Pollard has taught watercolor and oil classes for over 25 years. While glowing, brilliant color in a format of painterly realism is her personal painting objective, her goal when teaching is to assist in the search for the individual artistic personality of each student, leaning heavily on the fundamentals of art as the gateway to fulfilling personal expression and intuitive painting.” Most classes and workshops are open to all skill levels. Recurring theme: the components of a landscape with rocks, water and flowers figuring prominently—both studio and plein air. See website for listings. Many venues with varying costs are available including: Cynthia’s Art Asylum in Phoenix AZ; Dillman’s Creative Arts Foundation in Lac de Flambeau WI; Highland Valley Studios in Ramona CA; La Romita School of Art in Umbria Italy; Scottsdale Artists’ School in Scottsdale AZ; Shemer Art Center in Phoenix AZ; West Valley Arts Council at Marley Park in Surprise AZ. Costs vary with venue and length of program. Prices range from around $90 for a 4-week session of weekly classes to approximately $3800 for a 2-week workshop at a destination location. Artists should call, e-mail or see website for more information.

LANDSCAPE PAINTING IN SOUTHERN FRANCE

(808)873-0597. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.pleinairjourneys.com. Contact: Julie Houck. $3,500 (double occupancy) and a $500 deposit, per person, is required; includes 9 dinners and 10 breakfasts. Annual; upcoming workshop is September 20-30, 2012. Learn the dynamics of light-filled landscape painting, based on the study and application of fundamentals of light on form. Open to all skill levels. Artists should call, e-mail or see website for more information.

LETTING GO! ADVENTURES IN WATERMEDIA

(623)487-4031. Fax: (623)487-4031. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.nchristy.com. Contact: Nancy Christy-Moore, artist/instructor. Expanding your creativity and knowledge of mixed water media techniques is this workshop’s main focus. Upcoming workshop dates: October 26-28, 2011, in Tucson, AZ, at the Contemporary Artists of Southern California. Contact Eileen Dudley at (520)623-7475 for more information. Cost: fees range from $75-85 per day and $115-200 for 2 or more days. No lodging or food is included. Open to all skill levels. Artists should call, e-mail or see website for more information.

THE MACDOWELL COLONY

100 High St., Peterborough NH 03458. (603)924-3886. Fax: (603)924-9142. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.macdowellcolony.org. Estab. 1907. Provides creative artists with uninterrupted time and seclusion to work and enjoy the experience of living in a community of gifted artists. Residencies of up to 8 weeks for writers, playwrights, composers, film/video makers, visual artists, architects and interdisciplinary artists. Artists in residence receive room, board and exclusive use of a studio. Average length of residency is 5 weeks. Ability to pay for residency is not a factor; there are no residency fees. Limited funds available for travel reimbursement and artist grants based on need. Application deadlines: January 15: summer (June-September); April 15: fall/winter (October-January); September 15: winter/spring (February-May). Photographers should see website for application and guidelines. Questions should be directed to the admissions director.

MAINE MEDIA WORKSHOPS

70 Camden St., P.O. Box 200, Rockport ME 04856. (207)236-8581 or (877)577-7700. Fax: (207)236-2558. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.mainemedia.edu. “Maine Media Workshops is a nonprofit educational organization offering year-round workshops for photographers, filmmakers and media artists. Students from across the country and around the world attend courses at all levels, from absolute beginner and serious amateur to working professional; also high school and college students. Professional certificate and low-residency MFA degree programs are available through Maine Media College.” See website for the fall calendar.

PETERS VALLEY CRAFT CENTER

19 Kuhn Rd., Layton NJ 07851. (973)948-5200. Fax: (973)948-0011. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.petersvalley.org. Offers workshops May, June, July, August and September; 3-6 days long. Offers instruction by talented photographers in a wide range of photographic disciplines—from daguerreotypes to digital and everything in between. Also offers classes in blacksmithing/metals, ceramics, fibers, fine metals, weaving and woodworking. Located in northwest New Jersey in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, 70 miles west of New York City. Artists and photographers should call for catalog or visit website or more information.

PLEIN AIR PAINTING WORKSHOPS (FRANCE, BELGIUM, SWITZERLAND)

2389 Blackpool Pl., San Leandro CA 94577. (510)483-5713. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.frenchescapade.com. Contact: Jackie Grand-champs. Cost: $3,190 for France and Switzerland; $2,890 for Belgium—includes lodging, all meals except two dinners, painting and cultural visits. Held annually, 5 times a year between May and September. 2012 workshops: June 23-July 1 and September 15-22 in Provence, France. See website for all upcoming workshops. “American teachers are running the art aspect of the workshop. Since the tours are limited to 7 guests, each participant will receive private consult from the teacher in addition to the demos and daily critiques. We stay in one accommodation for the 8 days and paint different sceneries, villages and flower fields each day. A bilingual guide will be accompanying you at all times so that you not only get the best experience in painting, but also in experiencing the fine cuisine and culture of the country.” Open to all skill levels. See website for more information.

PORTRAIT AND STILL LIFE WORKSHOPS WITH BEV LEE

645½ 30 Road, Grand Junction CO 81504. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.bevlee.com. Contact: Bev Lee. Held annually. See website for upcoming schedule. Emphasis for each workshop will be placed on drawing shapes and values to model form. For the portrait workshops, students will learn to map the face to capture a likeness. Color, composition, and pastel technique will also be explored. Work will be from live models with demos each morning. In the still life workshops, students will work from various live set-ups as they experiment with color composition and design. Challenging objects will be used to help get past that “I can’t paint” feeling. Cost: $270 for 3-day+model fee; $450 for 5-day+model fee. Open to all skill levels. Artists should e-mail or see website for more information.

RICE PAPER COLLAGE & MIXED MEDIA

(623)487-4031. Fax: (623)487-4031. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.nchristy.com. Contact: Nancy Christy-Moore, artist/instructor. This workshop is an excellent venue for both beginners and advanced watercolorists, offering creative play with delicate rice papers combined with mixed media techniques with inks, enamels, oil pastels and more. After this workshop you will never again consider a failed watercolor anything but a new beginning. Taught locally at various venues throughout Arizona; scheduled at various times for art groups and art centers. Listings are updated frequently on website. Cost: fees range from $75-85 per day and $115-200 for 2 or more days. No lodging or food is included. Open to all skill levels. Artists should call, e-mail or see website for more information.

SOUTH SHORE ART CENTER

119 Ripley Rd., Cohasset MA 02025. (781)383-2787. Fax: (781)383-2964. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.ssac.org. South Shore Art Center is a nonprofit organization based in the coastal area south of Boston. The facility features appealing galleries and teaching studios. Offers exhibitions and gallery programs, sales of fine art and studio crafts, courses and workshops, school outreach and special events. See website for more information and a list of upcoming workshops and events.

CARRIE STUART PARKS DRAWING WORKSHOPS

P.O. Box 73, Cataldo ID 83810. (208)682-4564. Fax: (208)682-2771. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.stuartparks.com. Contact: Carrie Stuart Parks. These workshops teach basic drawing skills, focusing on portrait drawing. As classes are constantly being added, artists should see website for information on upcoming workshops. Cost varies with each workshop, but averages $450, depending on the location. Open to all skill levels. Artists should call, e-mail or see website for more information.

CARRIE STUART PARKS FORENSIC ART WORKSHOPS

P.O. Box 73, Cataldo ID 83810. (208)682-4564. Fax: (208)682-2771. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.stuartparks.com. Contact: Carrie Stuart Parks. Held monthly in various locations across the country. A variety of classes are offered to civilian and law enforcement. Each class is 40 hours (1 week) in length. As classes are constantly being added, artists should see website for information on upcoming workshops and a helpful FAQ section. Cost varies with each workshop, but averages $695. Open to all skill levels. Artists should call, e-mail or see website for more information.

CARRIE STUART PARKS WATERCOLOR WORKSHOPS

P.O. Box 73, Cataldo ID 83810. (208)682-4564. Fax: (208)682-2771. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.stuartparks.com. Contact: Carrie Stuart Parks. These workshops focus on general subjects and portraits. Cost varies with each workshop, but averages $450, depending on the location. Open to all skill levels. Artists should call, e-mail or see website for more information.

TETON ARTS COUNCIL SUMMER ART WORKSHOP SERIES

P.O.Box 627, Driggs ID 83422. (208)354-4ART (4278). E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.TetonArtsCouncil.com. Contact: Jennifer Moreland. Annual. Upcoming workshops held June-September 2012. Teton Arts Council hosts several art workshops in Teton Valley for painters and digital photographers. The west side of the Bridger-Teton mountain range provides warm and high-quality sunlight during the long summer days. The workshop schedule varies each summer based on the teaching artists and grants available; see the website for scheduled workshops. All workshops include a welcome social, instruction and demonstration, and a salon at the end of the workshop. Most workshops include guided excursions on conservation lands or backcountry. We work with local hotels and B&Bs to offer discounts to participants. Open to all skill levels. Cost: Ranges $350-500 per workshop; lodging and travel expenses are separate. Artists should see website for more information.

TUCSON ART ACADEMY, GABOR SVAGRIK

2930 N. Swan Rd., Suite 127, Tucson AZ 85751. (520)903-4588. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.svagrikfineart.com. Contact: Christine Svagrik, co-owner Tucson Art Academy. Monthly workshops starting March 2012-October 2012. Refer to website for workshop destinations. Gabor will guide all levels of landscape painters (oil, pastels or acrylics) to further their understanding of color, value and light in their outdoor and studio paintings. Each student will be taught the importance of composition through concise drawing and editing. Daily demonstrations are in oil, and critiques are given everyday. Cost: $395 for a 3-day workshop, $495 for a 4-day workshop. Transportation is not included. Note: For some workshops, lodging and meals are included at a discounted price. See website for details. Artists should call, e-mail or see the website for more information.

WHIDBEY ISLAND FINE ART STUDIO

813 Edge Cliff Dr., Langley WA 98260. (360)637-4690. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.whidbeyislandfas.com. Contact: Cary Jurriaans, director. Cost varies by workshop; see website for details. Annual. Drawing and painting classes from the still life, figure and landscape in studio and plein air. Classes and workshops are small and intimate, allowing for more individual attention and a personalized approach. Location: Langley; a shuttle will be provided, if needed, to pick up students from the ferry in Clinton. See website for 2012 dates. Open to all skill levels. Artists should call, e-mail or see website for more information.

THE HELENE WURLITZER FOUNDATION

P.O. Box 1891, Taos NM 87571. (505)758-2413. Fax: (575)758-2559. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.wurlitzerfoundation.org. Contact: Michael A. Knight, executive director. Estab. 1953. The foundation offers residencies to artists in the creative fields-visual, literary and music composition. There are three thirteen week sessions from mid-January through November annually. Application deadline: January 18 for following year. For application, request by e-mail or visit website to download.

YADDO

The Corporation of Yaddo Residencies, Box 395, 312 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs NY 12866-0395. (518)584-0746. Fax: (518)584-1312. E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]. Website: www.yaddo.org. Contact: Candace Wait, program director. Estab. 1900. Two seasons: large season is mid-May-August; small season is October-May (stays from 2 weeks to 2 months; average stay is 5 weeks). Accepts 230 artists/ year. Average attendance: Accommodates approximately 35 artists in large season. Those qualified for invitations to Yaddo are highly qualified writers, visual artists (including photographers), composers, choreographers, performance artists and film and video artists who are working at the professional level in their fields. Artists who wish to work collaboratively are encouraged to apply. An abiding principle at Yaddo is that applications for residencies are judged on the quality of the artists’ work and professional promise. Site includes four small lakes, a rose garden, woodland, swimming pool, tennis courts. Yaddo’s non-refundable application fee is $30, to which is added a fee for media uploads ranging from $5-10 depending on the discipline. Application fees must be paid by credit card. Two letters of recommendation are requested. Applications are considered by the Admissions Committee and invitations are issued by March 15 (deadline: January 1) and October 1 (deadline: August 1). Information available on website.