Art Market rules and policies

9th Annual Art Market
Sponsored by the
Art Center of Estes Park

Artists Rules

All booths must display only original works of artists. All art must be original in design, concept and execution. We are looking for originality, creativity and the utmost quality. The artist or someone closely associated with knowledge of the artist's work, must be present to talk with customers. We will not accept manufactured items, kits, pottery or ceramics from molds, mass produced items, silk screened clothing or T-shirts. No imported items are allowed -- No Exceptions.

Feb. 15th Application must be received by this date (NOT POSTMARKED) at the Art Center.

March 3rd Acceptance, waiting list and rejection notifications e-mailed or mailed. No phone notifications. (Please check box on application form if notifying by e-mail, only, is acceptable.)

April 30th Written notice and phone call of cancellation due in order to receive refund of booth fee.

May 23rd Check in and set up from 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. No early set up. absolutely no exceptions.

May 24th Check in from 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Show hours are from 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

May 25th Show hours are from 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

May 26th Show hours are from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Breakdown only after 3:00 pm on Monday, No Exceptions

Booth size is 10x10, and the spaces are on grass. All booths will be marked with arrows facing front. Some will be available with electricity for a fee of $15.00, and they will be given out according to the date that the application is received.

The cost of an in-line booth is $150.00. A limited number of corner booths are available for $200.00.

All tables, tents, displays, props, fixtures and extension cords will be furnished by the exhibitor.

All exhibitors agree to be present for all three days of the Art Market. No representatives allowed.

Vendor vehicles must be moved from the streets surrounding Bond Park by 8:30 a.m. each morning of the show.

Send three high quality photographs of your work and one additional photo of your booth display by 35mm slides or CD. On each slide indicate the top with an arrow and print your name on the bottom front Please label CD with your name.

The artist will be juried by category. Include a short description of each photo. Include dimensions, price and artistic process/materials of each piece of artwork.

We will no longer be returning CD's. We will destroy them, if instructed, or return them to you at the show. Please include a self-address stamped envelope for mailing of acceptance/rejection letters. If you want your slides back, use proper postage and envelope. Any images by an accepted artist may be used for Art Center publicity.

___ Application form, clearly printed, with signature
___ $20.00 check (payable to the Art Center) for City of Estes Park special event license fee (State License does not cover this fee)
___ $25.00 check for jury fee - Non-Refundable.
___ Booth space fee of $150.00 for in-line booth or $200.00 for corner booth.
___ Add an additional $15.00 to booth fee check for electricity if desired.
___ Self-addressed envelope with appropriate postage for mailed notices.
___ Three (3) slides/CD of artwork in each category.
___ One (1) slide or added photo on CD showing booth with artwork displayed.
___ Description of each slide/CD with artistic process.
___ All slides in plastic slide holder.
___ Checks made payable to Art Center of Estes Park.
___ Enclose three signed checks (one for booth fee, one for city event fee, and one for jury fee) .

Mail application and checks to:
Art Center of Estes Park
P.O. Box 3635
Estes Park, CO 80517

Deadline Feb 15 - RECEIVED at Art Center

This year, the Art Center of Estes Park will be adding a "Gallery Row" to the Art Market. This is a venue being implemented in many of the top outdoor shows. We have decided that "Gallery Row" would be designated for local galleries only. This year, we are planning to hold 6 booths for this specific purpose. We will let visitors know of other galleries and shops at our information booth as well as the Antique Market at the Fairgrounds.

As an invited gallery, you will not go through the jury process, but we would like to have some slides or CD of some the art work you would be displaying, so we can line up the varieties of art.

Galleries will be accepted into the Art Market on a first-to-apply basis, since we will have only 6 spaces. You will be notified by e-mail of your booth space.

There is no jury fee for galleries, since we have invited you. So, please ignore that on the application. Al other fees are applicable. Please read the Artist rules for specifics for the kind of work we are seeking for this show.

Every effort will be made to provide volunteers so you may take a break during the show. The Art Market Coordinator, Heather Stone, will be there each day to assist in making the show a fun experience.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call 970 86-5882 or e-mail Heather at Info@ArtCenterofEstes.com

Here's to a very successful Art Market in 2008. I look forward to seeing/meeting you.
Heather Stone,
Art Market Coordinator

—Artists will abide by set up times, and show times. No early set up or take down.
—After unloading, artists will move vehicles to specified parking areas by the times stated. Vehicles will no be allowed to stay around the park and block other that also need to unload their work.
—No stakes are allowed in Bond Parkas There can b very strong winds and inclement weather in Estes Park. If using a tent, it is recommended to weight tent with at least 35 pounds per tent leg.
—All shopping walkways are to be cleared by 8:30 am.
—All items need to remain within the confines of exhibitors space. No crowding the sidewalks or other booth spaces.
—Taxes are to be remitted to the state of Colorado within the time limit stated on tax form given to exhibitor by the Art Center of Estes Park. If needed, go to www.taxcolorado.com for license or special permit.
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—Waiver: It is understood that the Art Market is an outdoor event. Exhibitors must make provisions for self-guarding their work during the entire show. The Art Center of Estes Park shall not be held responsible for any loss or damage due to fire, accident, theft, weather, acts of God, vandalism or any other loss or injury whatsoever not specifically described herein, whether past, present or future.