Artist Showcase Application

The Blessed Creatives Summit invites Minnesota’s Black visual artists, makers, and designers to share their creativity, culture, and storytelling through an immersive Artist Showcase. This application is for artists whose work is original, handcrafted, and created by the artist themselves. Accepted mediums include painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, fiber, jewelry, wood, printmaking, and other fine arts.

Selected artists will exhibit their work in our curated Artist Showcase, highlighting the depth and brilliance of Black artistry across Minnesota. Artists also have the optional opportunity to reserve a vending table to sell their artwork directly to attendees for a nominal vendor fee.

We welcome artists who are passionate about their craft, committed to authenticity, and excited to be part of a joyful, empowering creative experience.

By submitting this application, you agree to the following terms and conditions for participation in The Blessed Creatives Summit:

1.  Eligibility & Acceptance
   • All applicants must submit complete and accurate information.
   • Acceptance into the summit is based on curation and space availability.
   • The event organizers reserve the right to accept or decline any application at their discretion.
2. Fees & Payments
   • Vendor, artist, author, and designer fees must be paid in full by the stated deadline to secure participation.
   • Fees are non‑refundable unless the event is canceled by the organizers.
3. Booth & Showcase Participation
   • Participants must remain for the full duration of the event unless otherwise approved.
   • Artists, authors, and designers selected for showcases (Artist Showcase, Literary Readings, Fashion Showcase) agree to follow all guidelines and schedules provided by the organizers.
   • Showcase participation is curated and not guaranteed by application alone.
4. Setup & Breakdown
   • Participants are responsible for their own setup and breakdown within the designated times.
     No early breakdown is permitted.
   • Any damage to the venue, equipment, or neighboring booths caused by the participant is the participant’s responsibility.
5. Sales & Business Compliance
   • Vendors and exhibitors are responsible for handling their own sales, taxes, and payment processing.
   • All products sold must be legal, safe, and appropriate for a family‑friendly environment.
   • Only items listed and approved in the application may be sold.
6. Conduct & Community Standards
   • The Blessed Creatives Summit is a community‑centered, inclusive event celebrating Black creativity.
   • Participants must maintain respectful, professional conduct toward attendees, staff, and fellow vendors.
   • Harassment, discrimination, or disruptive behavior will result in immediate removal without refund.
7. Liability & Insurance
   • Participants exhibit and vend at their own risk.
   • The event organizers, venue, and partners are not responsible for loss, theft, damage, or injury.
   • Participants are encouraged to carry their own liability insurance.
8. Weather & Event Changes
   • The event will proceed rain or shine unless conditions become unsafe.
   • Organizers reserve the right to adjust layouts, schedules, or programming as needed.
9. Photography & Media Release
   • By participating, you grant permission for the event organizers to photograph or record your booth, products, and participation for promotional use.
10. Agreement

By submitting this application, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms & Conditions.