Creative Market

Welcome to the CREATIVE MARKET!

Browse through our applications and let us know if you have any questions.This is an electronic agreement and by selecting the booths, you are validating and approving this agreement electronically.

PROSPECTUS
2026 marks the 10th Annual year. Our contemporary art, craft, and design market occurs in West Palm Beach, FL across from the Town of Palm Beach. Ranked as a top destination in Florida, this event will create an atmosphere for everyone. Up to 150 artists may gather at the Creative Market to showcase their work and provide demonstrations, performances, and more. Judges present cash awards in 2D, 3D and Best in Show. 

CATEGORIES

• Artists may apply in up to 3 categories.
• You must submit a separate application for each category For example, If you sell jewelry, you may apply in a category other than Jewelry if jewelry is less than 10% of your items for sale. Otherwise, you must apply in Jewelry. All work displayed in the booth must be for sale.
• Clay: Original clay and porcelain work, functional or sculptural.Fiber: Includes wearable and non-wearable. No machine-tooled, machine-screen printing, or other forms of mass production are accepted.
• Glass: Functional and sculptural work is accepted. Kiln forming, blowing, molding, or casting, as well as all cold working processes are permitted.
• Jewelry: Only those artists accepted in the jewelry category may display or sell jewelry. Items made from commercial parts may not be exhibited.
• Metal: Sculptural or decorative work made from metal. No jewelry will be accepted in this category.
• Mixed Media: Work which combines materials from two or more mediums in one piece.
• Musical Instruments: Handmade instruments.
• Natural Materials: This includes basket weaving, chair caning, brooms, gourds, and other works made from materials found in nature.
• Photography: Includes traditional film photography, hand-colored images, emulsion transfers, and digital photography. Only artist’s original source material is acceptable.
• Printmaking: Only hand-pulled original prints are allowed. Prints must be in limited editions, signed, and numbered.
• Sculpture: Three-dimensional work using additive or subtractive processes in a single medium.
• Two-Dimensional: Drawing, painting, and digital works. Reproduction prints are not allowed.
• Wood: Original works that are hand tooled, machine-worked, turned or carved.

This is part of the Creative Market and will be on display before, during and after the Market on December 5-6, 2026. This exhibition will be seen by many. 

DATES TO REMEMBER

DEADLINE | Sunday, October 4, 2026
Notification of acceptance | No later than October 16, 2026

EXHIBITION | November 2, 2026 - December 26, 2026
RECEPTION | November 19, 2026 

FEE | $43.00 + processing fee

THEME

HUMOROUS - THE ART OF LAUGHTER!

Laughter transcends boundaries, uniting diverse cultures, mending emotional scars, challenging societal norms, and illuminating life's ironies in surprising ways. In the realm of art, humor serves a purpose beyond simple amusement; it ignites dialogue, eases the weightiest subjects, and adds a touch of brightness to our world.

The Armory Art Center is excited to announce HUMOUROUS, a juried exhibition from Florida-based artists that honors the cleverness, satire, and whimsical absurdity found in visual art. We encourage artists to express their creativity through humor, whether it be through playful charm, sharp wit, or exaggerated hilarity, showcasing the many delightful dimensions of laughter.

Why Humor in Art Matters
Humor can shift perspectives and make tough topics easier to tackle, acting as a catalyst for change and resilience.

• It breaks down barriers, crossing language and cultural lines to create universal connections.
• Satire and wit have long served as tools to critique politics and societal norms, challenging the status quo.
• Humorous art goes beyond just making us laugh; it stirs emotions, prompting reflection and sometimes even sadness.
• In a challenging world, humor offers a refreshing escape, providing a lighthearted break from daily life.
• Art infused with humor isn’t just about laughter—it invites introspection, joy, and sometimes even melancholy in a way that is uniquely engaging.
• In a world filled with challenges, humorous art provides a moment of levity and a much-needed break from the everyday.

This is your chance to make the viewer laugh, think, and appreciate art in a new way!