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Friday, June 17, 2011

LOTS of UPCOMING SHOWS around the USA - Zapplications Shows for 2011-2012

Art in the Park Myrtle Beach - Chapin Park - June 18, 19 - 2011 - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
DEADLINE: 6/16/2011
Jury Fee: $20.00
Event Dates: 6/18/2011 - 6/19/2011
Art in the Park has been going on since 1973. As a judged show It has always been in a beautiful treed park two blocks from the ocean and in the center of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Special Note, all of our jewelry categories are full for this show.

Arizona Fine Art EXPO - 8th Annual - North Scottsdale, Arizona
DEADLINE: 6/16/2011
Jury Fee: $35.00
Event Dates: 1/19/2012 - 4/1/2012
Thunderbird Artists proudly presents the 8th Annual Arizona Fine Art EXPO. This 10 week event nestled in the most affluent, upscale area of North Scottsdale is only 5 miles south of Carefree and 5 miles north of Loop 101. Patrons love watching artists work in studios, can purchase artwork, enjoy the café, artists’ marketplace, 2-acre sculpture garden, attending garden parties and other special events.

The Arizona Fine Art EXPO has two-thirds artists returning, therefore, the jury is an on-going process until the remaining studios fill. American Style Magazine readers recently voted Scottsdale as 5th place (mid-size city category) for “Best Art Destination” in the country.

Grand Haven Art Festival (Grand Haven, MI.) 50th Anniversary June 2011 - Grand Haven, Michigan
DEADLINE: 6/17/2011
Jury Fee: $25.00
Event Dates: 6/25/2011 - 6/26/2011
The show is hosted on the most renowned downtown street in Grand Haven, Washington Avenue. Grand Haven is located 165 miles from Chicago, 20 miles from Holland-Saugatack and 35 miles from Grand Rapids.

This quaint downtown comes alive during this time of year. Washington Avenue runs directly into Lake Michigan and attracts a strong Chicago crowd. Come out and celebrate our 50th Anniversary!!

Boulder Festival of the Arts on 29th Street (Boulder, CO.) 4th Annual June 2011 - Boulder, Colorado
DEADLINE: 6/17/2011
Jury Fee: $35.00
Event Dates: 6/25/2011 - 6/26/2011
We have moved this show a month earlier to avoid the summer heat!

We are very excited to return to this great street art festival at the 29th Street in Boulder, CO. Boulder is an artsy, eclectic haven located in the foothills of Denver, just 30 miles North West of Denver. Boulder nurtures the mind, the body, and spirit. 29th Street is located in the middle of this pristine setting.

This special property 29th Street serves a trade area of 440,000 affluent residents. Boulder is both affluent and highly educated. 29th Street is an upscale shopping district. It is trendy, chic, and draws the most affluent shopper in Boulder. 29th Street is at Highway 36 between Arapahoe and Pearl Street close to Downtown Boulder.

Cottonwood Art Festival Fall 2011 - Richardson, Texas
DEADLINE: 6/17/2011
Jury Fee: $30.00
Event Dates: 10/1/2011 - 10/2/2011
Cottonwood Art Festival is located in Richardson, Texas where artists exhibit their work among towering oaks with lakeside beauty. This award winning event has been ranked one of the best fine art festivals in the nation and continues to uphold its extraordinary reputation as a first rate show. 2010 marks the 41th anniversary for this extraordinary event. Sponsored by The City of Richardson, Cottonwood Art Festival is a showcase for a large variety of fine art and fine craft and provides our patrons with the opportunity to meet and talk with the artist who created the work. Live entertainment, a Friday night gala for the artists and guests, a children’s art area and much more round out this perfect weekend in the park!

North Shore Fine Arts Festival - Roslyn, NY , New York
DEADLINE: 6/20/2011
Jury Fee: $30.00
Event Dates: 6/18/2011 - 6/19/2011
The North Shore Fine Arts Festival will be held in Christopher Morley County Park in Roslyn, New York. Located on the North Shore of Long Island, Christopher Morley Park is readily accessible to all portions of Long Island, located less than 0.25 mi from the Long Island Expressway (I-495) and about a mile south of the Miracle Mile on Northern Boulevard. The "Miracle Mile" in Manhasset is well-known for its high-end shopping center called the Americana Manhasset (Miracle Mile). The show site is on the very visible and heavily-traveled Searingtown Road.

The North Shore of Long Island in Nassau and western Suffolk counties that border Long Island Sound are referred to as the "Gold Coast". Historically, the area is one of the most affluent area in the country. Neighborhoods such as Manhasset, Roslyn, Great Neck, Sands Point, and Kings Point contain significant wealth dating back to the late 19th century. Christopher Morley County Park in Roslyn is a wonderful location for a fine arts festival offering unprecedented demographics.

Cape Cod Fine Arts Festival 2011 - Hyannis , Massachusetts
DEADLINE: 6/20/2011
Jury Fee: $30.00
Event Dates: 7/16/2011 - 7/17/2011
The Hyannis Main Street Business Improvement District is sponsoring their third Cape Cod Fine Arts Festival on the Village Green on Main Street in downtown Hyannis, the commercial "Capital of the Cape". Hyannis contains the town offices and two important shopping districts plus the historic downtown Main Street and the Rt. 132 commercial district.

For 2011 the event will be moved from its August date to the middle of July. This will offer heavier tourist traffic, being more mid-season. For those that have attended this event previously, the Village Green is a delightful location: close, intimate, and easily accessible to the patrons.

Hyannis is an important tourist and resort destination for the Northeast attracting wealthy families, celebrities, and prosperous tourists. It’s the primary ferryboat and general aviation link for passengers to Nantucket Island. The seven villages of Barnstable include Hyannis, Centerville, Osterville, Cotuit, Marstons Mills, West Barnstable and Barnstable Village. Together they offer historic homes, beautiful beaches, fabulous golf courses, exquisite dining and numerous attractions including the JFK Presidential Library located adjacent to the festival. These are the demographics most sought after by artists.

Rising Sun Festival of Fine Arts and Crafts 2011 - Rising Sun, Indiana
DEADLINE: 6/20/2011
Jury Fee: $15.00
Event Dates: 9/17/2011 - 9/18/2011
The Rising Sun Festival of Fine Arts & Crafts takes place in Rising Sun Indiana's historic Main Street garden district and along the city's landscaped river-walk on the Ohio River. Over 100 artists will be juried into the fair by a panel of prominent art experts. The Festival is organized and operated by many Rising Sun volunteers who are dedicated to making this a rewarding and pleasurable experience for both the artists and attendees. Many artists' amenities, as well as a large promotional budget, are in place to ensure the success of our artists. We are purposely keeping our jury and booth fees affordable to encourage artist participation in 3rd Annual Festival.

Cooper River Fine Arts Festival 2011 - Cherry Hill, New Jersey
DEADLINE: 6/21/2011
Jury Fee: $30.00
Event Dates: 7/30/2011 - 7/31/2011
The second Cooper River Fine Arts Festival is sponsored by the Philadelphia Inquirer and will take place along the scenic Cooper River. Cooper River Park (347 acres) runs through Pennsauken, Cherry Hill, Collingswood and Haddon Township, among the country’s most affluent suburbs. The park is bounded by North and South Park Drives, Route 130 and Grove Street. Being a "bedroom community" within one hour's commute to Philadelphia, Camden, Trenton, and Princeton, the show draws heavily from all these cities. Camden County has a large college-educated population of doctors, lawyers, engineers, teachers, nurses, pharmacists, and scientists. In 2006, Cherry Hill was named among the 'Best Places to Live' in the United States by Money Magazine and was ranked eighth safest place to live in the same survey.

The Highlands Craft Show 2011 - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
DEADLINE: 6/21/2011
Jury Fee: $35.00
Event Dates: 9/30/2011 - 10/2/2011
The 30th Annual Highlands Juried Craft Show will be held September 30, October 1 & 2 2011 on the grounds of the elegant Highlands Mansion and Gardens in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania featuring over 60 high-caliber artists from throughout the United States. This well known and established Philadelphia area craft show welcomes 2,000+ knowledgable visitors a year.

Talented craft artists will display the highest quality of handmade jewelry, furniture, clothing, home décor, and more, available for purchase throughout the mansion and adjacent heated tent. The 2011 show highlights horticulture with an expanded category: Garden and Lawn crafters, creating outdoor and lawn specific works.

Sugarloaf Craft Festivals - Fall Shows 2011 - Various Nationwide Locations, Maryland
DEADLINE: 6/21/2011
Jury Fee: $45.00
Event Dates: 9/30/2011 - 12/11/2011
For more than 30 years Sugarloaf has provided a low overhead market for artists and crafts people to sell their work. Sugarloaf's Fall 2011 season includes seven great shows in some of the nation's best markets: Chantilly, VA, Gaithersburg, MD, Oaks/Philadelphia, PA, Timonium, MD, Hartford, CT and Somerset, NJ.

Riverfront Art Festival 2011 - Columbus, Ohio
DEADLINE: 6/22/2011
Jury Fee: $25.00
Event Dates: 9/30/2011 - 10/2/2011
The Riverfront Art Festival celebrates its sixth anniversary this year. The festival features a picturesque setting, winding along the west bank of the Scioto River in, a city ranked by American Style Magazine as one of the top ten cities for art, Columbus, Ohio. While the heartbeat of the festival is its selection of visual artists, the location is also home to a waterfront amphitheater, which will play host to several performances, including two nights of WaterFire! The show features abundant parking, free electricity, a stunning view of the city and free bottled water for the artists. We hope you will let us host your artistry among the 150 artists presented at this year's Riverfront Art Festival.

Art Beat 2011 - South Bend, Indiana
DEADLINE: 6/24/2011
Jury Fee: $10.00
Event Dates: 8/27/2011 - 8/27/2011
Art Beat is a free, downtown South Bend stroll along the streets and sidewalks featuring the work of local visual, performing, and culinary artists. The event showcases South Bend and the surrounding community’s artists and creates awareness of the role that downtown organizations and businesses play in the artisans’ promotion and success. Local Michiana artists only - check full description for participation and eligibility details.

Frisco Art Fair on July 4th Weekend 3rd Annual (Downtown Frisco, CO) July 2011 - Frisco, Colorado
DEADLINE: 6/24/2011
Jury Fee: $35.00
Event Dates: 7/2/2011 - 7/3/2011
This event will occur on busy July 4th Weekend in conjunction with the Town of Frisco's July 4th Weekend celebration.

Summit County will be the recipient of a very special juried art fair on this Holiday Weekend. Downtown Frisco is nestled between Breckenridge and Copper Mountain, close to Denver. Last years event was a huge success. Summit County, Colorado is located in the heart of the Rockies, just one hour from Denver to the east on I-70 and is home to Frisco, Breckenridge, Keystone Resort, Arapahoe Basin and Copper Mountain.

Combine the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountains, the quaintness of Frisco, the art of 100 fine art exhibitors, the publicity this event receives, and busy July 4th Weekend and you get a fabulous art fair!

Winter Park Autumn Art Festival 2011 - Winter Park, Florida
DEADLINE: 6/24/2011
Jury Fee: $30.00
Event Dates: 10/8/2011 - 10/9/2011
The Winter Park Autumn Art Festival is a community-oriented sidewalk show that features work by 150 outstanding Florida artists. In addition to presenting quality visual art, the festival provides free entertainment and participatory events for the enjoyment of visitors and artists. The festival is held at beautiful Central Park located along Park Avenue in downtown Winter Park and attracts 200,000 visitors. The festival is hosted by the Winter Park Autumn Art Festival Committee, Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, and the Crealde School of Art.

Cleveland By Hand Fine Art & Craft Show 2011 - Cleveland, Ohio
DEADLINE *extended to: 6/28/2011
Jury Fee: $25.00
Event Dates: 11/11/2011 - 11/13/2011
Celebrating its 7th year, By Hand continues its successful co-location with the Fabulous Food Show. FREE ADMISSION for the general public will continue as well complimentary electric, drive-in access and labor assistance. Don't miss the show that Sunshine Artist called, "a real class act," and Cool Cleveland describes as "comparable to Boston Mills or Cain Park, just indoors and warmer for this holiday time of year." We hope to have the opportunity to host you among the 210 artists presented at this year's Cleveland By Hand.


New Events


Southwest Arts Festival® 2012 - Indio, California
OPEN DATE: 6/10/2011
DEADLINE: 9/30/2011
Jury Fee: $55.00
Event Dates: 1/27/2012 - 1/29/2012
You are invited to apply for the Southwest Arts Festival® presented by the Indio Chamber of Commerce in Indio California! Featuring over 255 acclaimed artists showing traditional, contemporary and abstract fine works of art and quality crafts, the festival is a major, internationally recognized cultural event and was attended by nearly 10,000 people in 2011.

As an invited artist you will enjoy one of the most exciting and hospitable festivals anywhere. Because we make a special effort to connect patrons with our artists, we require that all artists, regardless of weather, be present every day of the festival. Festival hours are 10 am to 5 pm each day.

We provide easy check-in and check-out procedures with safe and secure access to festival grounds for set-up and breakdown. We 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.

Pinnacle Hills Fine Art Festival 2011 - Rogers, Arkansas
OPEN DATE: 6/10/2011
DEADLINE: 7/15/2011
Jury Fee: $30.00
Event Dates: 9/9/2011 - 9/11/2011
Lynette Wallace Productions presents the Pinnacle Hills Fine Art Festival in Rogers, Arkansas. This three day juried art festival features fine art and contemporary craft in 13 media categories. The Bentonville/Rogers area is the world headquarters of Walmart, as well as home to representatives from many of the major product vendors who do business with them. The average household income is $80,000 and many residents are transplants from Chicago and the east and west coasts. Rogers and Bentonville are experiencing an economic boom with many new constructions of both business and large homes in the Pinnacle Hills area. The new Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art opens this fall. This 3 day art festival at the beautiful Pinnacle Hills Promenade is held the weekend of the WALMART NW Arkansas Championship LPG tournament at the adjacent Pinnacle Hills Championship golf course. Shuttles between the 2 events makes it easy for the 25,000+ extra visitors to Rogers an opportunity! to shop and enjoy the art festival. The area is a jewel in the region and Pinnacle Hills Promenade is the upscale shopping, dining and entertainment venue for a 300 mile radius. Retailers include Dillard's, Coach, Joseph A. Bank and White House/Black Market. Among the many dining and entertainment possibilities are Fish City Grill, PF Chang's and the Malco 12-screen theater. This first year, any artist that has shown in a juried art festival Lynette has directed including Bayou City Art Festivals, The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival, Georgetown Art In Square and The Shops At La Cantera Art Festival will be automatically invited during the jury process as a thank you. We hope you give this show a try; it has all the ingredients of becoming a successful show, booming economy, population that enjoys art and has an expendable income. Welcome to The Pinnacle Hills Fine Art Festival.

Boca Raton Museum of Art 26th Outdoor Juried Art Festival 2012 - Boca Raton, Florida
OPEN DATE: 6/15/2011
DEADLINE: 10/16/2011
Jury Fee: $40.00
Event Dates: 1/28/2012 - 1/29/2012
The Boca Raton Museum of Art located in Boca Raton's Mizner Park is celebrating its 26th Annual Outdoor Juried Art Festival. The Art Festival has consistently been named one of the “Top 100 Art Festivals in the Country,” thanks to our guests and artists. Each year, 250 nationally and internationally-acclaimed artists have gathered in Mizner Park to showcase their fine artworks. The goal of this juried show is to select and present the highest caliber of art represented by many different mediums to our knowledgeable and discriminating audience.

The Harding Art Show 2012 - Nashville, Tennesee
OPEN DATE: 6/15/2011
DEADLINE: 10/15/2011
Jury Fee: $25.00
Event Dates: 5/3/2012 - 5/5/2012
The 2012 Harding Art Show will be held Thursday, May 3 through Saturday, May 5. The 2012 show will mark the thirty-seventh year of one of Middle Tennessee’s premier art events. The show highlights fine art available for purchase from over 70 artists from throughout the United States.

2011 ZAPP Conference Artwork Exhibition - Atlanta, Georgia
DEADLINE: 7/1/2011
Jury Fee: $0.00
Event Dates: 5/3/2012 - 5/5/2012
Share your artwork with the field and help educate yourself and your peers in the jury process! This application is for a mock-jury session at the third annual ZAPP® Conference. The 2011 conference is Monday, September 19, and Tuesday, September 20, 2011 at the W Atlanta Midtown in Atlanta, Georgia

Friday, June 19, 2009

Strange Folk Festival 2009 : Applications Available and DUE JULY 6th!!!


I received this email from the coordinator of the wonderful Strange Folk Festival a couple of days ago...
"Hi Former Strange Folk Vendors!

I know many of you have already applied to be in our 2009 event. However, it came to my attention that some of you didn't hear about it (you mean you still aren't Twittering???!?! You're actually too busy making things you say?!?!)

So, just dropping a line that...
1. Apps will be available on our website thru July 6th!
http://strangefolkfestival.com/gnomehome/participate
2. Our e-mail has changed. Yahoo stinks. Please send all inquiries to strangefolkfestival@gmail.com


Thank you kindly!
Autumn Wiggins
Strange Girl in Charge"

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Zapp Show Updates

Many new shows have joined ZAPP™, and many show application deadlines are approaching. See what new shows you can apply to below.

Upcoming Deadlines - APPLY TODAY!

Art Fair at Laumeier 2009 - Missouri
DEADLINE: 1/21/2009
Jury Fee: $35.00
Event Dates: 5/8/2009 - 5/10/2009
Now accepting Student Applications ONLY
The annual arts and crafts fair at Laumeier will be held on May 8, 9 and 10 in the beautiful outdoor setting of Laumeier Sculpture Park, St. Louis, Missouri. Laumeier is one of the few major contemporary sculpture parks in the world, where over 80 sculptures by internationally-acclaimed artists can be seen year-round. Each year the park comes alive during the Art Fair with 150 of the nation’s best exhibitors. The jury will select artists who are tops in their field. Please submit your application and join us for one of the best fairs in the Midwest.

Saratoga Rotary Art Show – 2009 52nd Annual – 1st Sunday In May, Saratoga, CA - Saratoga, California
DEADLINE: 1/22/2009
Jury Fee: $20.00
Event Dates: 5/3/2009 - 5/3/2009
We invite you to exhibit at our 52nd Annual Art Show, the Largest One-Day Juried Art Show in the Western United States. Held the First Sunday in May since 1959, the Saratoga Rotary Club has hosted one of the finest outdoor shows in the West. More than 20,000 Art Collectors come to see and buy works from the finest local and national artists. Saratoga and the surrounding Los Gatos/West Valley area are among the top 100 wealthiest zip codes in the country. The Saratoga Rotary Art Show presents original works of art of 200 artists in beautiful surroundings on the campus of West Valley College, Saratoga, California.

St. Armands Circle Art Festival - 6th Annual (Sarasota, FL.) 2009 - Sarasota, Florida
DEADLINE: 1/23/2009
Jury Fee: $25.00
Event Dates: 1/31/2009 - 2/1/2009
Ranked one of the Nation’s top shows by Sunshine Artist Magazine.
This festival is located in the Heart of St. Armands Key in the affluent St. Armands Circle in Sarasota, Fl. The show is nestled among some of the finest restaurants and retailers. This is not one to be missed.

St. Pete Beach Corey Art & Craft Fair - 15th Annual (St. Pete Beach, FL.) 2009 - St. Pete Beach, Florida
DEADLINE: 1/23/2009
Jury Fee: $25.00
Event Dates: 1/31/2009 - 2/1/2009
This busy show consists of an art festival on Corey Avenue and a craft marketplace to the side of the art show.
The show runs along Corey Avenue where you will find many unique shops, restaurants and galleries. St Pete Beach is a beautiful community located on the Gulf of Mexico on the western edge of Tampa Bay.

Tulsa International Mayfest 2009 - Oklahoma
DEADLINE: 1/26/2009
Jury Fee: $35.00
Event Dates: 5/14/2009 - 5/17/2009
In 2007 and 2008 many artist saw record sales at Tulsa International Mayfest and we invite you to apply to be one of our exclusive artists! Surrounded by Tulsa’s historic downtown, which features world renowned art deco building, Mayfest attract over 300,000 visitors. Created to promote the arts and humanities, this four-day Tulsa tradition invites approximate 100 fine artists and 20 craftspeople to exhibit their work. We are now seeking applicants from artists and crafts people wishing to show at Mayfest 2009. Entries are professionally judged according to strict guidelines.

Sugarloaf Craft Festivals - Spring Shows 2009 - Mid-Atlantic
DEADLINE: 1/23/2009
Jury Fee: $45.00
Event Dates: 1/30/2009 - 5/3/2009
Find the customers you need this spring at Sugarloaf’s established shows in markets proven to deliver sales year after year. Our upcoming show in the Mid-Atlantic area has limited openings in all categories except Jewelry!
* Chantilly, VA, Dulles Expo Center, 11th year, January 30, 31, February 1, 2009.
Check out Sugarloaf’s other 6 spring 2009 shows in Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Northern Virginia too, and apply to as many as you’d like for only one application fee!

King William Fair 2009 - San Antonio, Texas
DEADLINE: 1/28/2009
Jury Fee: $25.00
Event Dates: 4/25/2009 - 4/25/2009
The King William Fair is a 40 year old neighborhood street fair attracting approximately 50,000 visitors to our beautiful downtown historical district. This family-friendly one-day event is part of the ten day "Fiesta" held each year in San Antonio, Texas and includes art, music, dance, historical re-enactments, parade and more. The 2009 Fair will be held on Saturday, April 25.
About 150 Art & Craft vendors are only one of the five equally important components of the Fair. Art & Craft, Entertainment, Food, a Parade, and the Kid’s Kingdom all combine to create a truly unique event. The Fair is not strictly an Art & Craft festival. Proceeds from the King William Fair support the libraries and provide art instruction programs in neighborhood schools, offer scholarships for inner city students, and create revitalization and preservation efforts in the King William Historic District.

Hobe Sound Festival of the Arts - 8th Annual (Hobe Sound, FL.) 2009 - Hobe Sound , Florida
DEADLINE: 1/30/2009
Jury Fee: $25.00
Event Dates: 2/7/2009 - 2/8/2009
Hobe Sound is located in affluent Martin County just north of Palm Beach County and south of Stuart and Jupiter Island; the wealthiest hamlet in the county.
The show has built quite a reputation among our artists, and is quickly becoming a “must do” show on our winter tour. Held along four blocks of A1A/Dixie Highway, this show attracts a discriminating buying crowd.

Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts 2009 - State College, Pennsylvania
DEADLINE: 1/30/2009
Jury Fee: $30.00
Event Dates: 7/9/2009 - 7/12/2009
The Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts was founded in 1966 by Penn State University’s College of Arts and Architecture and the State College Chamber of Commerce. Drawing over 125,000 people to State College each summer, the Festival includes, in addition to the nationally recognized Sidewalk Sale and Exhibition, a gallery exhibition, Children and Youth Day, educational opportunities, and music, dance and theatrical performances in a variety of traditional and non-traditional venues.

Bellevue Arts Museum ArtsFair 2009 - Bellevue, Washington
DEADLINE: 1/30/2009
Jury Fee: $40.00
Event Dates: 7/24/2009 - 7/26/2009
The 63rd Annual Bellevue Arts Museum ArtsFair is July 24-26, 2009 in Bellevue, WA. This is the largest and most prestigious juried arts and crafts fair in the Pacific Northwest. The Bellevue Arts Museum ArtsFair is the largest fundraiser for Bellevue Arts Museum. In 2007, artist sales were estimated at $2 million and the audience increased to 350,000 in 2008. For additional information logon to http://www.bellevuearts.org.

Renaissance Fine Arts Festival - Mississippi
DEADLINE: 1/31/2009
Jury Fee: $30.00
Event Dates: 5/30/2009 - 5/31/2009
Dale Rayburn, Mamie Joe and H.C. "Chris" Porter invite you to join them in Ridgeland, Mississippi for the Renaissance Fine Arts Festival.
The objective of the Renaissance Fine Arts Festival is to provide an opportunity for artists from across the United States and patrons from across the Southeast to meet, interact and conduct business.
Ridgeland is a suburb immediately north of Jackson, Mississippi, the state capitol, and located in Madison County which is one of the wealthiest counties in the state. Ridgeland was recently named one of the "Top 100 Places to Live" by Money Magazine.
The Renaissance Fine Arts Festival is not a medieval faire. It is a contemporary arts festival that takes its name from our host, the beautifully elegant Renaissance at Colony Park (www.renaissanceatcolonypark.com). Opened in 2008, Renaissance at Colony Park is a lifestyle center masterpiece for shopping, dining and entertainment inspired by the old-world beauty and grace of European and Mediterranean architecture.
The Renaissance Fine Arts Festival is presented by the Ridgeland Tourism Commission, a tax-exempt, state-chartered agency.
H.C. "Chris" Porter (www.hcporter.com) is our Artistic Director. Chris has exhibited at festivals across the U.S. for more than 15 years and is a long-standing member of NAIA.

NICFest - Nicolaysen Community Festival 2009 - Wyoming
DEADLINE: 1/31/2009
Jury Fee: $35.00
Event Dates: 6/26/2009-6/28-2009
NIC Fest is an outdoor community festival that incorporates many forms of art, including an art show and sale, live music, childrens art and activity areas, a car show, and exhibitions within the museum. This festival brings out the entire community and many visitors, with total attendance of 15,000 in 2008, its third year. Bigger every year, we are expecting 18,000 visitors and shoppers.

New Events

Hinsdale Fine Arts Festival 2009 - Illinois
OPEN DATE: 1/16/2009
DEADLINE: 3/6/2009
Jury Fee: $30.00
Event Dates: 6/13/2009-6/14/2009
A jewel in the western suburbs of Chicago! Located in the heart of historic downtown Hinsdale the Hinsdale Fine Arts Festival is a traditional favorite. Set amongst the shady trees of Burlington Park, the show hosts 150 artists. Adjacent to Hinsdale’s upscale shopping district and the Burlington Northern rail system this show is easily accessible for all.

Sedona Arts Festival 2009 - Arizona
OPEN DATE: 1/16/2009
DEADLINE: 4/16/2009
Jury Fee: $30.00
Event Dates: 10/10/2009 - 10/11/2009
Please join us this year for a fabulous Arts Festival. Participate in the show and stay a few days to enjoy the beauty of the Red Rocks!!!
Rated one the nation’s best by American Style Magazine, the Sedona Arts Festival showcases 150 fine artists and craftspersons in a beautiful outdoor setting surrounded by the red rocks of Sedona, Arizona. In addition to the spectacular artwork, the Festival offers continuous live entertainment featuring a range of music from southwestern ambient sounds, contemporary jazz and the blues; an interactive KidZone with Guest artists; a fabulous Raffle, and fine food. We hope that you will catch some of our “Red Rock Fever” and join us this year!!

Saint Louis Galleria Art Festival on Clayton Rd. (Saint Louis, MO) 2009 - Missouri
OPEN DATE: 1/16/2009
DEADLINE: 6/13/2009
Jury Fee: $25.00
Event Dates: 6/20/2009-6/21/2009
Howard Alan Events is excited to bring a first class art fair to the City of St. Louis. The show will be hosted at the Saint Louis Galleria, located at the intersection of Brentwood & Clayton. This high end retail area is located in the affluent area of St. Louis and boasts perfect demographics. The show is also only a 3 hour drive from our Kansas City event the following weekend.
We feel we have a great event in the making and hope to see you in St. Louis.
Venue: St. Louis Galleria on Clayton Rd.

Frisco Art Festival (Downtown Frisco, CO.) 3rd Annual - Colorado
OPEN DATE: 1/10/2009
DEADLINE: 3/16/2009
Jury Fee: $35.00
Event Dates: 8/8/2009-8/9/2009
Summit County will be the recipient of a very special juried art fair the second weekend in August. City of Frisco is closing down Main Street for this great event. Downtown Frisco is nestled between Breckenridge and Copper Mountain, close to Denver. Last years event was a huge success. Historic Main Street has upscale, quaint and eclectic shops, galleries and eateries that line the streets. Summit County, Colorado is located in the heart of the Rockies, just one hour from Denver to the east on I-70 and is home to Frisco, Breckenridge, Keystone Resort, Arapahoe Basin and Copper Mountain.
Combine the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountains, the quaintness of Frisco, the art of 150 fine art exhibitors and the publicity this event will receive and you get a fabulous art fair!

ArtFest of Scottsdale 2008 - Scottsdale, Arizona
OPEN DATE: 1/18/2009
DEADLINE: 7/31/2009
Jury Fee: $35.00
Event Dates: 11/21/2009 - 11/22/2009
ArtFest™ of Scottsdale is a two day celebration featuring fine art, continuous live music, a variety of international food, and an interactive family area featuring hands-on art activities for children.
Over 200 select artists and craftspeople from across the nation will show and sell one-of-a-kind artwork. These works include paintings, sculpture, ceramics, fashion, furniture and jewelry. The festival is held in a spectacular setting of rolling green lawns, sparkling fountains, gorgeous flowers, stately trees, and meandering walkways.
Saturday, November 21, 2009
10AM-5PM
Sunday, November 22, 2009
10AM-5PM
Scottsdale Civic Center Plaza - In historic Old Town Scottsdale 7380 E. Second Street.
FREE ADMISSION & FREE PARKING
www.888ARTFEST.com

Inland Crafts 2009 - Spokane, Washington
OPEN DATE: 1/20/2009
DEADLINE: 4/3/2009
Jury Fee: $30.00
Event Dates: 11/6/2009 - 11/8/2009
Inland Crafts is Spokane Washington's most treasured juried craft exhibition. Currently in its 27th year, it is organized by a board of directors who are also participating artists. The Inland Crafts sale & exhibition provides a wonderful array of pottery, glass, basketry, jewelry, fiber arts, furniture, wood works, metal design, mixed media and photography. In 2007 the Spokane Arts Commission honored Inland Crafts as the Best Arts Organization in the city. Sales for the 2008 show were approximately $133,000, with average booth sales of $2,145.00. Purchases made per patron averaged $48.49 each. There is a $7 admission charge that is good for the weekend. More information is available at www.inlandcrafts.org.

Westhampton Beach Festival of the ARTS 2009 - Westhampton, New York
OPEN DATE: 1/21/2009
DEADLINE: 6/1/2009
Jury Fee: $30.00
Event Dates: 8/22/2009 - 8/24/2009
Saint Mark’s Church is sponsoring their first Westhampton Festival of the Arts on the Great Meadow, Main Street, Westhampton, New York. While not a new location for art events on Long Island, this is a new addition to Paragon’s event management. We intend to approach this as a “new” event with our characteristic thoroughness and aggressiveness in advertising and promotion so the event will be restored to a ranking within the top “100 Best Fine Art Shows”.
The Village of Westhampton Beach is located on the scenic south shore of Long Island, in the eastern end of Suffolk County. It is located approximately 78 miles from midtown Manhattan so readily accessible to New Yorkers. Westhampton Beach is considered by many to be the “First Hampton”. Since its origins, Westhampton Beach has been one of the fastest growing communities on eastern Long Island, yet has still managed to maintain its laidback reputation. Trendy shops can be found on Main Street and celebrities routinely observed walking about town. Westhampton is easily accessible without infamous “Hampton” traffic jams. Lodging rates are expected to be considerably more reasonable than in the East Hampton area. These are the demographics most sought after by Artists. Coupled with our EXTRAORDINARY MEDIA EXPOSURE, this show is bound to be one of the Northeast greats.

39th Annual Syracuse Arts & Crafts Festival - Syracuse, New York
OPEN DATE: 1/21/2009
DEADLINE: 3/27/2009
Jury Fee: $25.00
Event Dates: 7/24/2009 - 7/26/2009
The largest and most prestigious show of its kind in the area.
This spectacular 3-day showcase by 165 of the country's most talented artists, craftspeople, and entertainers is centered on historic Columbus Circle in downtown Syracuse. More than 60,000 visitors will shop and browse among the art and craft exhibits and enjoy a wide variety of music, multi-cultural performances, summer refreshments, and participatory activities.

Midwest Salute to the Arts 2009 - Illinois
OPEN DATE: 1/21/2009
DEADLINE: 5/1/2009
Jury Fee: $25.00
Event Dates: 8/21/2009 - 8/23/2009
Come and be one of the select 100 artists exhibiting in Everett Moody Park at Longacre in Fairview Heights, Illinois, for the 22nd Annual Midwest Salute to Arts, a festival of fine art, August 21-23.
The nationally-recognized art fair features cash awards over $18,000.