2024 ARTS ALLIANCE CENTER
Holiday Arts & Crafts Show
HAND-MADE ORIGINAL ARTWORK
Are you an artist with a passion for creating unique, handcrafted artwork? The Arts Alliance of Greater Bloomington invites artists of all backgrounds and styles to be part of our highly anticipated 2024 Holiday Arts & Crafts Show. This show is a celebration of creativity, diversity, and the joy of handmade artistry. We welcome 2D and 3D works in all styles, from traditional to contemporary. All artwork must be original and suitable for display in a public setting. Join us in making this holiday season even more magical!
Event Details for Artists
When and Where
The Holiday Arts & Crafts Show will begin on Black Friday and continue every weekend into December, wrapping up on December 21st and 22nd. Artists have the flexibility to apply for as many weekends as they desire.
Venue
Our show takes place indoors at the Arts Alliance Center, conveniently located in the College Mall. This year, all booths will be located in our Gallery Space (instead of the Flex Space).
Address: 2894 E 3rd St, Suite M-09, Bloomington, IN 47401 (Between Target and Dicks Sporting Goods).
Opportunity for Artists
We're excited to offer 9 additional artists the opportunity to present their work each weekend. This is your chance to showcase your creativity and connect with a diverse audience eager to discover unique, handcrafted treasures.
Application Process
Interested artists can apply for the show by filling out our simple application form (link below).
Don't miss out on the chance to be part of this festive celebration of arts and crafts.
Application Deadline
The deadline for artist applications is Thursday, October 31, 2024. Join us in making this holiday season a truly special one with your artistic talents. We can't wait to see what you'll create and share with our community!
Complete the survey below to apply. Please note that the total size of the images you upload cannot exceed 10 MB. Thank you!
Booth Fee
Fee for Black Friday weekend (Fri - Sun)
$65 per weekend if AAGB member
$75 per weekend if non-AAGB member
Fee for the first three weekends in December (Sat – Sun)
$50 per weekend if AAGB member
$60 per weekend if non-AAGB member
⚠️ **Booth fees are non-refundable**
Booth Space
Arts Alliance Center will provide an 8 x 6 ft space for display. Artists are responsible for bringing all their own displays, merchandise, business cards, products, a way to take cash/card/payments, bags, boxes, signage, etc. Six foot tables will be available upon request.
NOTE: The table/display must be no more than 6 ft in length. No more than 2 vendors per booth space.
**The Arts Alliance Center does not have a private, secure network.
Jurying criteria
The Arts Alliance Center is dedicated to supporting artists who make high-quality, handmade art and crafts. Your work will be judged by the images submitted with your application along with the description of your work.
Please note that artists reselling items or selling mass-produced items will not be accepted. Artists selling discriminatory or child-inappropriate art/craft also will not be accepted.
Notification of Acceptance
We have a rolling jury process. You will be notified within one week after submitting your application. If accepted, we will provide details on set up times and other details of your participation. We will maintain a waiting list, so if you are accepted but one or more of your dates already has nine artists accepted, you will be placed on a waiting list.
Still Have a Question? Please text Sarah Asher at 812-727-0732 or email aac@bloomingtonarts.org.