Tuesday, February 12, 2008

Girls Inc. of Santa Fe's Arts & Crafts Show

Deadline: April 15, 2008 (POSTMARK)

Girls Inc. of Santa Fe's Arts & Crafts Show

Sante Fe, New Mexico
August 2 & 3, 2008


This annual juried show takes place on the first weekend in August on the Santa Fe Plaza and historic downtown area. Over 250 artists and many local food vendors participate. Showcasing the outstanding work of artists and craftspeople from New Mexico and throughout the United States.

Proceeds from artists' participation benefit Girls Inc. of Santa Fe, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that inspires all girls to be strong, smart, and bold.

The Girls Inc. of Santa Fe Annual Arts & Crafts Show is a juried show. Our jurors include award-winning, nationally acclaimed artists .

1. Criteria: All work exhibited must be original and designed and produced by, or under the direct supervision of, the exhibiting artist. We do not permit exhibits by studios involved in volume production or work done by apprentices. We do not accept factory made items or items representing only minor rework.

No representatives are to be sent in place of the artist or craftsperson. If you work with others and/or have anyone other than yourself involved in any phase of the design and/or production of your work, you must include a statement that fully describes both your specific involvement and the contribution of others to the design and production of the work. Should any question arise as to the authenticity of the work, it is the artist's responsibility to furnish proof of compliance with the criteria.

Artists may only sell their own work as approved by Jury.We do not permit exhibits by studios involved in volume production or work done by apprentices. We do not accept factory made items or items representing only minor rework.

No representatives are to be sent in place of the artist or craftsperson. If you work with others and/or have anyone other than yourself involved in any phase of the design and/or production of your work, you must include a statement that fully describes both your specific involvement and the contribution of others to the design and production of the work. Should any question arise as to the authenticity of the work, it is the artist's responsibility to furnish proof of compliance with the criteria.

Artists may only sell their own work as approved by Jury.

2. Jurying Procedure & Timeline: We will automatically accept participants from our 2004-2007 Shows, unless otherwise notified by the Jury. New applicants, those whose articipation was prior to 2004, and those whose work has significantly changed since first juried into the show must submit 3 slides/prints of their work.

Show Fees

Booth fee-Plaza

(booths # 1-164 & "G" booths) $365.00

Booth fee (booths # 165-266) $335.00

Booth fee includes City of Santa Fe Special Event Vendor License fee for 2008.

All applicants must include payment for all applicable fees with their application.

Booth Space

Each booth space measures approximately 10'X10' (NO LARGER) with the exception of food booths. Exhibitors need to bring their own booth or tent.

Electricity is available only within the interior of the Plaza (booths 1-90; no corners), upon request for the $15.00 fee.

We accept only applications that include all of the following:

  1. A completed, signed, and dated application form
  2. Three pictures or slides of each exhibitor's work (only new applicants, those whose work has changed signifi cantly since they first juried into the Show, and those whose last participation was prior to 2004)
  3. Check or money order for all applicable fees (including booth fee) made payable to Girls Incorporated.

Download the Application: 2008_Girls_Inc_Show_Application.pdf


For complete details, visit the website: girlsincofsantafe.org

If you have questions or can't access the electronic application, please contact Kelly via email or at (505)982-2042.

Girls Incorporated
301 Hillside Avenue
Santa Fe, NM 87501