Sunday, April 27th | World's Fair Park Amphitheater
Required Set-Up Date: Sunday, April 27th between 8:00am - 9:30AM
Dogwood Arts is continuing its initiative at the Dogwood Arts Festival to support emerging* local & regional makers! This opportunity was developed to provide a supportive environment for makers to gain practical experience selling their artwork at a professional craft fair. The Emerging Makers Tent will be open on the final day of the 2025 Dogwood Arts Festival - Sunday, April 27th from 10AM-5PM. 20 Emerging Makers will be juried into the event which will take place on the World's Fair Park Amphitheater Stage. Each maker will be given a 5ft (depth) x 10ft (length) space to display their work - an 8' table and 2 chairs will be provided. Any additional display structures must be provided by the artist and must fit within the provided booth space. Sufficient weights are required for vertical display stands. For any accessibility needs regarding your space, please indicate in your application.
Eligibility:
*Emerging makers may be artists of any age or background who are:
Please only apply to the Emerging Maker Market if you are an artist/maker selling handmade products or artwork (painting, photography, candles, prints, stained glass, pottery, etc.). Original artwork only.
Groups/artist collectives can apply with one application.
If you have questions prior to filling out the application, please email Raina Nief (raina@dogwoodarts.com) or call (865) 637-4561.
Applications due by 11:59PM on February 17, 2025. You will be notified of acceptance/rejection no later than February 21, 2025.
Having trouble with your application? Watch this quick instructional video or reach out to Emily Curran at ecurran@dogwoodarts.com
