Finders Keepers: Melbourne Spring/Summer Markets

Deadline: August 2, 2013 (ONLINE)


Finders Keepers
Art and Design Markets
Melbourne Spring/Summer Markets
4th & 5th October 2013


Finders Keepers are independent design & art markets founded in Sydney, that supports new and emerging independent design. We aim to connect with others through our resources and projects. The Finders Keepers website is a growing source for the Australian art and design community and the supporters of our events.

The Finders Keepers aim is to offer a diverse range of creative work to our customers and supporters. We take our application process seriously and want to see that you are passionate about what you do! We expect applications to be presented just as you would apply to a wholesaler/ retailer.

The Finders Keepers has a growing reputation in the art & design community, showcasing new emerging designers and helping them gain exposure and opportunities to develop their brand presence with retailers and the media.

It's also an opportunity for you to interact direct with your customers and gain important insight into your work seen by a wider audience. Our application process over time has become competitive, in saying this we are also all about supporting designers and artists with new work to help establish themselves and are always open to new concepts.

What can be sold at the Markets?
Anything that is designed product including: Jewellery & object design, accessories, clothing, artworks, paper & stationery goods, homewares, lighting, toys, books & zines etc. Price ranges are considered in the application process. We do not allow food products, beauty products or second hand clothing and/or products, basically anything that is not designed by you directly.

Stalls costs are as follows:
$385 (inc gst) - 1.5m x 1.5m - debut stall (first time designers only)
$530 (inc gst) - 2m x 2m stall
$685 (inc gst) - 4m x 2m stall
$970 (inc gst) - 6m x 2m stall (Melb & Syd only)
$1650 (inc gst) - 4m x 4m (Melb & Syd only) - premium feature stall - limited spaces

You will also need to have Public Liability Insurance. Included in this is 2 days stall hire, this does not include your trestle tables and/or clothing racks, this can be hired through Finders Keepers at an additional cost. Stall spaces do not come with walls.

Every designer is given a 1 x web profile, which is kept on the Finders Keepers website even after the markets have concluded and is free for updating in the future.


Read Criteria & FAQ before applying for complete details: http://www.thefinderskeepers.com/application-criteria-FAQ.php

More information about Finders Keepers: http://www.thefinderskeepers.com/about.php

Finders Keepers Application: http://www.thefinderskeepers.com/melbourne_application_form

Lark Crafts: Showcase 500 Handmade Books

Deadline: August 2, 2012 (ONLINE)


Showcase 500 Handmade Books
Lark Crafts
Asheville, NC
Publishing in September 2013



Lark Crafts seeks images to publish in Showcase 500 Handmade Books, a collection of handmade artists’ books.

Books must contain content and may be narrative, visual, and/or sculptural. While pieces may be non-traditional in form, each must function like a book (opening up and presenting a sequence of images, words, and/or ideas).

Juror: Julie Chen

Artists whose work is included in the book will receive full acknowledgment within the book, a complimentary copy, and discounts on the purchase of additional books.

Artists retain copyright of their work.

There is no entry fee.


Entries are online only, via Juried Art Services: http://bit.ly/KP4Pm3


Visit website for more details: www.larkcrafts.com

Material Matrix

Deadline: August 2, 2010 (POSTMARK)

Material Matrix
Contemporary Handweavers of Houston
M-Squared Gallery
Houston, TX
October 20 through November 14, 2010

Material Matrix is an exhibit celebrating the 60th anniversary of Contemporary Handweavers of Houston and honoring the many talented artists both within the guild and the Texas fiber community at large. The title for this exhibit was selected inrecognition of the convergence of traditional and contemporary techniques and themes in the work of 21st century fiber artists, and as a reflection of the open-ended and inclusive nature of today’s fiber community.

ELIGIBILITY
Open to all members of Contemporary Handweavers of Houston, and to non-members who are Texas residents. All work must be the original work of the artist, and must have been completed within two years of the entry deadline. All work must be at least 50% fiber and utilized fiber related techniques. Collaborations are acceptable as long as all artists are recognized.

To be eligible, work must fit within one of the following categories:
- Handweaving -- including basketry and beadweaving
- Items made from handspun yarn (no skeins)
- Felt
- Silk Fusion
- Braiding

Items may be submitted as either 2D or 3D. The 3D category includes sculptural items, garments, and hats. The 2D category includes wall hangings, window treatments, rugs, table linens, and throws.

Installation work is encouraged.

The show is open to all CHH members, regardless of residence, and to non-members who are Texas residents. Entry fees will be

$30 for CHH members, $40 for non-members. A maximum of 3 entries per artist may be submitted. Only two images per entry will be allowed. All entries must be submitted in digital format via CD.

Jurors: Ann Matlock and Pat Spark.

Chair, Juried Show Committee: Laura Viada

Download the prospectus:

weavehouston.org/materialmatrix/callforentries.doc

>weavehouston.org/materialmatrix/callforentries.pdf

Visit the website for complete information: >weavehouston.org

Cash awards will be offered, funded by CHH. Three awards of merit, at $250 each, and one best of show, at $500 will be given.