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Emerging Artist Vendor (shared tent)

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Deadline: Oct 21, 2024 11:59 pm (GMT-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)
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2024 William Edmondson Arts & Culture Fest
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Date: Oct 26, 2024 10:00 am - Oct 26, 2024 4:00 pm (CDT)
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Nashville, Tennessee
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$25+

About the event

Celebrate Nashville's rich and diverse arts and culture scene with an Art & Craft Fair, live music and other performances, a Kids Zone full of activities for all ages, and live artist demos. Free admission and parking. This annual event celebrates the artistic legacy of groundbreaking sculptor William Edmondson, the first African American to receive a solo exhibit at New York's Museum of Modern Art in 1937.
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Friends of the William Edmondson Homesite Park and Gardens
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Friends of the William Edmondson Homesite Park and Gardens
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About the application

We're seeking visual artists and craftspeople for the annual William Edmondson Arts & Culture Festival! 

The Emerging Artist tent is an area set aside for artists with limited selling experience and/or without your own booth setup. We provide table, chairs, and a marketplace vibe!
 
This festival celebrates the legacy of Edgehill’s famous historical artist William Edmondson, by promoting and nurturing the arts in Nashville. A large section of the festival will be set up just for artists and craftspeople to sell their creations and bring awareness to their work. 
 
Additionally, there will be time slots available on the main stage for vocalists, instrumentalists, dancers, and other performing artists. 
 
 
Benefits 
  • Network and build relationships with other Artists
  • Opportunity to sell and display art and keep all proceeds 
  • Be mentioned in press releases, promo material and social media platform
  • Priority invitation to Future Events
  • Deeply discounted registration fee

“Emerging Artists” (see definition above) details:
  • We will provide roughly eight linear feet of space for each artist in our large “Emerging Artists” tent, including a 6 foot table and two chairs
  • Depending on the number of participants, more space and more tables may be available
  • You will provide any other display materials; ie., shelves, displays, tablecloths etc. 
 
Details for All Artists:
  • Setup begins at 7:30AM. Must be ready to go by 9:30AM. Show starts promptly at 10:00AM and runs until 4:00PM.
  • No electric power. Generators not allowed. All electrical must be battery-powered
  • You will handle your own payments, wrapping/packing materials etc.
  • Artists keep all proceeds from sales.
  • Street and lot parking only. Be prepared with carts or wagons if you need. No vehicles allowed on the park grounds at any time including setup or teardown.
  • Volunteers MAY be available to assist with setup/teardown, but are not guaranteed.
 
Requirements for All Artists:
  • Original artwork or craft only. All media are welcome.
  • Artwork produced mostly by assistants with commercial kits, molds, patterns, plans, prefabricated forms, or other commercial methods, is not permitted
  • Any commercially-made embellishments must be subordinate to the handcrafted work
  • Upcycled/Recycled artwork, the finished pieces must show a substantial manipulation of the materials and originality in design and medium to be eligible 
  • Lewd or Profane content is prohibited; must be friendly to all age groups
  • Copyrighted designs not owned by the artist may not be used, nor may commercially manufactured artwork be shown
  • Nashville-area artists are prioritized
  • Artists are encouraged to promote to their audiences in addition to promotions by WE Fest
 
Cost: Emerging Artists (large shared tent): 
  • $25 registration fee (may be waived based on financial need)
  • Limited Spaces available 
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Terms & Conditions

Event is rain or shine. Vendor Fees are non-refundable.
 
Outdoor events in wide open, flat venues can be more prone to high winds, along with being susceptible to other weather elements. Artists are strongly encouraged to have professional grade tents, weighted with sandbags or other weights and carry both Liability and Inventory Insurance. 
 
By participating in the market, all artists agree to exhibit their work at their own risk. Friends of William Edmonson Homesite and its representatives will not be held responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items and will not be held responsible for personal injury to the artist. Friends of William Edmonson Homesite does not guarantee specific numbers of attendees or sales for vendors. No refunds shall be given due to cancellation or interruption of event beyond the control of Friends of William Edmonson Homesite. This agreement has been read, understood and entered into voluntarily and freely by the applicant, and shall become effective upon submission by the applicant.
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Prices

Emerging Artist (shared tent) $25 Non-refundable Shared space in Emerging Artist Tent, one table and two chairs included. Vendor provides your own display materials. Vendor Fee charged upon approval.

Questions on the application

Business information

  • Business name
  • Legal business name
  • Contact name
  • Address
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Website (Optional)
  • Logo (Optional)

Additional information

  • Please describe your work.
  • Please choose your medium category:
  • What are your prices?
  • Artist Description.
  • Please list your social media handles (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter)
  • I certify that my work is not "Buy-Sell" or Production work and completely made by me.
  • By signing your name, you agree to our terms and conditions.

Picture requirements

  • Minimum pictures required: 4
  • Please upload high resolution photos. Recommended images: At least one (1) Artist at work Three (3) images of work that represents what you are bringing to the show Photos will be used evaluate the application and may be used for promotion if application is accepted.
Emerging Artist Vendor (shared tent)
Emerging Artist Vendor (shared tent)
2024 William Edmondson Arts & Culture Fest
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