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The Dennos Museum Center in Traverse City is pleased to announce a fine art event in its second year this May 2023.  The Spring Art Market is a one day juried art fair held indoors in our Sculpture Court May 13th before the summer art fair season begins.  Artist booths will fill the court with color and special museum programming and tours for Mother's Day will be offered making it a fun-filled day for all ages.  Admission is free for all. 

Founded in 1991, the Dennos Museum center builds community, sparks conversation, and inspires change for audiences of all ages through its exhibitions, programs, and the collection and preservation of art.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Images:

• Media Images: Five digital images to include 4 of current work and 1 of booth required. Photos featuring the artist will not be presented to the committee and will not count toward the minimum number required.   Artists must have all media they wish to display during the market represented in their image set.  Applications not meeting these requirements will not be considered.

Application Fee: $10.00 non-refundable.

EVENT OVERVIEW:

20 spaces are reserved in our Sculpture Court. Up to two additional booths may be added as space & flow permits while maintaining a focus on a smaller number of artists that fit the unique space we offer.  Artists should pay close attention to booth measurements and formatting as this is an indoor market and the layout differs from outdoor markets.   This annual event is in its 2nd year and its first year welcomed over 600 visitors.  

Participation is open to all artists who exhibit work of original concept, design, and execution. Our market seeks to maintain the highest standards for both the artists and for our visitors.  Artists will be selected for the event by the Spring Art Market committee. 

Show Date & Time : Saturday, May 13^th, 2023 9:30 am - 4pm

Set-Up: Friday, May 12th from 2 PM – 7 PM

Application/Acceptance Deadline:

• February 6th: Deadline to apply.
• February 25th: Artists notified of acceptance.
• March 25th: Deadline for invited artists to accept via Art Call and confirm space in show by paying booth fee in full.

Media:  Painting, Drawing, Collage, Graphics, Sculpture, Jewelry, Fiber, Wood, Metal, Glass, Photography, Pottery, Printmaking, Leather and Mixed Media will be considered.

Booth Overview:

Standard Booth: 8’ length X 6’ wide/deep x 6’ height $75

Large Booth: 10’ length x 6’ wide/deep x 6’ height $125 (limited availability)

Please visit Booth Format page to carefully read the measurements and layout of the market.  Booths are front facing and there is little room between the end of one booth and beginning of another in most cases.  Exceptions include end booths which may have additional walkway space on one side.  A map of artists locations is provided following acceptance and before booth payment if required. 

Booths are located throughout the Sculpture Court which has an upper and a sunken middle area with stairs or ramp for access.  Artist booths are separated by 2 feet in most cases so artists agree to measure their displays carefully to not exceed their allotted space.  Booths are assigned by the DMC staff to best accommodate traffic flow, accessibility, and balance of media.  Tables and linens are provided. 

Terms and Conditions:

Terms and conditions must be carefully read and agreed to prior to applying.  These include but are not limited to the following:

• Artists are responsible for their own cash drawer, credit card processing, and sales tax. 
• All artwork must be handmade, original work, not the work of mass production studios. No work that has been made with commercial kits allowed.  Artist must be designer and maker of work.
• Your items are artfully and professionally represented in your application photos/and or website.
• This market is open to all artists 18 or older.
• Fine art submissions are juried by the Spring Art Market Committee to ensure quality, originality and variety. All work must be original in concept, design, execution, and of the artists’ own creation.  Artist selections are based first and primarily on jury score and secondly on market variety and media balance to maintain the highest standards for both artists and visitors.  
• Your product, booth design, and application information will be juried for quality, authenticity, creativity, and variety.
• Artists must be present for the duration of the market.
• Exhibitors agree to act in a professional and respectful manner with fellow exhibitors, staff, volunteers and patrons.

Promotion/ Benefits to the Artists:

• Promotion will begin when you are juried into, and accept your invitation to the Spring Art Market.
• Artists will be included/tagged on our website, Facebook page and Instagram, and email marketing to our museum members, our e-news subscribers and the Northwestern Michigan College community.
• The market will be promoted in Record Eagle, Traverse City Ticker and Facebook ads, community calendars, promotional materials to our 1000 plus DMC members as well as our DMC newsletter subscribers and Northwestern Michigan College campus intercom.
• Select artists may be featured in other social media postings.
• DMC will provide morning treats and beverages on Saturday for artists and
• Free parking on premises in DMC lot and all NMC campus lots. Artists are asked to park in further yet still close NMC lots on the day of the sale.
• a conference room to eat and relax in. Volunteers will be on hand to sit with your booth during breaks.
• Free parking on premises in DMC lot and all NMC campus lots. Artists are asked to park in further yet still close NMC lots on the day of the sale.
• A special hotel rate may be offered for out of town travelers at a neighboring hotel subject to availability.

Questions can be directed to Nicole at nzeiler@nmc.edu or by phone during the week 231-995-1587.