ArtistApp- 2022Va Beach Spring Craft Mkt

Thank you for your interest in EMG's Annual Handmade Markets! Our shows are juried fine art and craft events, and all items are handmade here in the US. No commercial merchandise is accepted. Please be sure to scroll all the way down and read over all the information before applying as we have done our best to answer all your questions before you submit your application!**PLEASE NOTE- IMPORTANT** When you submit your application the only thing that will be charged is your application fee of $10. You will notice that the balance that appears is $100 more than what you will actually pay if you are accepted. This is because your deposit will not be charged unless you are accepted, and then your balance will be lowered by $100. This is an electronic agreement and by selecting the size booth you require, you are validating and approving this agreement electronically.Categories:Listed below are EMG's accepted categories. PLEASE BE SURE TO REVIEW THEM and determine what best describes your body of work. In most cases it describes the raw materials of which the work is comprised. If you are uncertain, make your best guess, and you will be contacted if the jury feels you would best fit in another category (and we can manually change your application)Artists may apply in up to 2 categories. 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 created by the artist in the booth, must be for sale or marked as a display item, and must be representative of the work you have shown in the photos you attach to this application. Apparel: All clothing that is designed and sewn by the artist. No machine-tooled, machine-screen printing, or other forms of mass production are accepted. Die-cut vinyl or other types of transfers onto clothing blanks do not qualify as accepted apparel. All designs created on apparel must be the artists original hand made design.Baskets: Any hand-woven container or vessel using fiber materials other than fabric or materials found in nature which includes basket weaving, chair caning, brooms. Bath & Body: All items created that are intended to be used on the face and body including face scrubs, cleanser, deodorant, beard oil, bath bombs, shower fizzies, hand salves, lotions and creams. Candles: Any wax created item intended for burning. All hand-poured, carved and sculpted candles are permitted. No burning of candles is permitted in either event venue.Clay: Original clay and porcelain work, functional or sculptural.Books: Any book that is written by the author exhibiting/selling it as long as the book is in good taste and does not contain adult content.Fiber Arts: All non-wearable fiber creations including wall hangings, quilts, table runners, place mats, blankets, and other home goods or gift items. Fine Art: Any 2 dimensional work created with pencil, pen, paint, pastel, or other medium. Originals are encouraged, prints are accepted. Florals: Any arrangement of fresh or artificial flowers including tabletop arrangements, wreaths, centerpieces, or hanging floral displaysFolk Art: Any decorative or utilitarian item created with either one or a combination of handmade elements, new, synthetic, or recycled components that the artist creates by self-taught means. Folk art reflects values, and cultural celebrations, and is typically a traditional type of craft that was developed by others over time whereby the artist adds their own personal twist to this handed-down form of art work.Glass: Functional and sculptural work is accepted. Kiln forming, blowing, molding, or casting, as well as all cold working processes are permitted. Painting on glass home items is accepted.Gourmet Food – This category is for those exhibitors selling prepackaged gift food items. All items need to be packed in a sealed container and/or gift wrapped or displayed as a gift. If an exhibitor wants to sell items intended for on-site consumption or items whose packaging can be easily opened to be consumed on site. they will be required to pay a premium to the DEC, amount to be determined depending on the type of food item they wish to sell. Typically this premium is $300 for the weekend, but approval and fees are at the discretion of the DEC Concession Director. Once an exhibitor is accepted in this category, they will need to contact the Dulles Expo Center (DEC) to have their food items approved, as they cannot compete with the DEC’s Concession Stand without paying a premium. Additionally each gourmet food exhibitor will need to contact the Fairfax County Health Department, make sure they meet their standards complete & file their documents and be prepared for a health inspection in their booth at 9:00 am on Friday November 12th (opening day of the show. ) Upon Acceptance, the exhibitor will be sent the proper documents and contact information to comply with the above guidelines.Holiday Crafts – Any handcrafted item that is designed as a holiday decoration, or holiday gift item.Jewelry: Personal adornment or wearable art other than Apparel. Only those artists accepted in the jewelry category may display or sell jewelry. Leather – Any handcrafted item other than jewelry made of leather.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.Pet Products: Any item created to be used for animals, including, collars and leashes, attire, treats, chews, toys, bedding, grooming or other pet oriented itemsPhotography: 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.Toys: Any handmade item that is intended to be used for play by a child. These can be made of any materials as long as they are not toxic to children.Wood: Original works that are hand tooled, machine-worked, turned or carved.

Join in the fun for a celebration of Spring at the 36th Annual Virginia Beach Spring Craft Market. With over 150 exhibitors and attracting over 8,000 loyal customers from the Hampton Roads area, you are assured to make your mark at this popular show. EMG's events offer easy load-in, porter assistance, free parking, unlimited promotional postcards, discounted hotel rates, comprehensive exhibitor guide/show directory and free continental breakfast on opening day. An aggressive marketing campaign includes radio, TV, print, direct mail, and on-line advertising to bring the right kind of customers seeking unique and unusual hand made items. One of the most popular Spring events in the region, The Virginia Beach Spring Craft Market is a favorite among seasoned exhibitors.