Art Market Calendar

March 8th – Deadline for completed application to be postmarked. Application, associated documents, images/photos of work and all fees to be mailed must be postmarked no later than this date. Online applications must be received by midnight, March 8th.

March 31st – Artists will be notified of acceptance or nonacceptance. Unless otherwise requested, all notifications will be sent via email. (Please add artmarket@artcenterofestes.com to your address book to insure that you receive email from the organization.) Otherwise notifications will be mailed (postmarked) no later than this date. If you prefer to have your notification mailed please provide a self-addressed, stamped envelope for this purpose. There will be no notifications by phone.

April 30th – Deadline for receipt of written notification of cancellation/withdrawal in order to receive full refund of booth fees.

May 28th - Check in and set up from 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Early set up is not available, no exceptions.

May 29th - Check in from 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM. Show hours 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

May 30th - Show hours 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

May 31st - Show hours 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. No breakdown until after 4:00 PM Monday, no exceptions.

Artwork Policies

Only the work of the accepted artist can be displayed and sold at the artist’s booth. Artwork must be original in design, concept and execution, demonstrating originality, creativity and exceptional quality. Artists are encouraged to display originals but reproductions, such as giclees, are allowed if labeled as such. Manufactured, imported or mass produced items, those made from kits or molds, silk-screened clothing or T-shirts are not acceptable work for this show.

Booth and Show Details

 Booth spaces are 10 x 10 and are on grass.

•  Tents, tables, displays, props, fixtures, extension cords and any other items necessary for the booth and display are to be provided by the exhibitor.

•  The show layout will be a combination of inline booths along walkways and quads in open areas.

•  A limited number of premium booth spots are available for an additional charge and will be awarded on a first come, first served basis.

•  Efforts will be made to accommodate special requests; however, the goal of the Art Center is to produce a show that optimizes display and sales opportunities for all artists. Booth assignments are final.

• Electricity is available on a limited basis for an additional fee and will be awarded on a first come, first served basis.

 Jurying Process and Submission of Entries

All work will be juried anonymously by category. Please provide three high-quality images of your work and one additional image of your booth display in jpeg format – no photos or slides. Provide a brief description of the work in each photo including medium/media, dimensions, artistic process and price. Images may be uploaded along with applications if applying online.

If applying online, insure that each individual image is less than 4 Megabytes in size. An image which will fit within a 1500x1000 pixel dimension is adequate. At the end of the submission process you will be provided with payment options. If you choose to pay by check, be aware that your entry will not be considered valid until payment is received at the Art Center.

If applying by mail please provide images and related information on a CD. CDs can be returned at the show; please make this request at the time of application. Otherwise CDs will be destroyed. They will not be returned by mail. If accepted into the event, images provided by the artist and/or photographs of the artist, their associates, and their artwork, taken by the Art Center of Estes Park or their designees, may be used for publicity both now and in the future.

Art Market Fees

• $25 Non-refundable application/jury fee
  $275 Booth fee – includes fees required by the Town of Estes Park
  $325 Premium booth fee – limited availability, awarded first come, first served.
  $15 Electrical connection – limited availability, awarded first come, first served.

•  All income is retained by the artist; no commission is paid to the Art Center of Estes Park.

• Sales taxes must be remitted, by each participating artist, to the state of Colorado. A form with instructions and deadline will be provided to exhibitors with their acceptance materials. Or you may obtain information at www.taxcolorado.com, where you may also apply for a sales tax license or special permit if needed.

• Fees may be paid by check or online via PayPal. Payment must be submitted at the time of application.

•  If paying by check, please provide a separate check for the $25 application/jury fee which will be deposited and/or charged upon receipt. Checks for other fees will not be deposited until and unless the artist is accepted into the show. If payment is made via PayPal, fees other than the non-refundable application/jury fee will be refunded if the artist is not accepted into the show.

•  A $20 fee will be assessed for returned checks.

Application Procedure

Application may be made online at www.artcenterofestes.com by clicking on “Annual Art Market ” in the menu on the left side of the home page and following the instructions. Applications may also be mailed to:
Art Center of Estes Park
Attn: Art Market Check
 517 Big Thompson Avenue
Estes Park, Colorado 80517

List for Applicants

___ Completed application form – please do not leave any spaces blank.

 ___ $25.00 jury fee - Non-refundable.

 ___ $275 fee for booth space
OR
 ___ $325 fee for premium booth space

___ $15 for electricity if applicable (please include this amount with your booth fee payment).

___Three images of your artwork (in jpeg format submitted electronically or on CD – no photos or slides) with appropriate descriptions and one image of your booth display

___ Self-addressed envelope with appropriate postage if you prefer that notification of acceptance or nonacceptance be mailed. Otherwise you will be notified via email.