Please read the details below before submitting your application. ​

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• Applications will be reviewed as they are received. 

• Artists will be notified of acceptance within 14 days. 

• There is no fee to apply.

• Registration fees will be due immediately upon receipt of your acceptance email. 

• Your space is guaranteed for 5 days after acceptance, if payment is not received your space will be offered to the next Artist.

• This page will be updated when registration is full.

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CRITERIA TO CONSIDER BEFORE APPLYING:

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Whidbey Art Market is a curated event showcasing Fine Artists, Artisans, and Craftspeople from Whidbey Island. It is an opportunity for them to connect with community to show and sell their work. Applications are reviewed and considered based on several nuanced factors, including but not limited to: 

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Artist location

Medium

Body of work

Show History

Display and Setup appearance

General fit/balance within the curated group

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If you have a cohesive body of work and consider that it might be shown in a local gallery here on Whidbey, then this might be an event for you! 

 

Preference will be given to artists exhibiting Fine Art or Craft with a demonstrated ability to display work professionally. Artists who have not participated in a previous WAM show will be asked to share photos of and links to their body of work as well as photos demonstrating prior booth or show setups. 

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*Other handmade items will be considered on a case by case basis for the 2024 Holiday Showcase & Sale.*

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EVENT DATE  

Saturday May 3rd and Sunday May 4th from 10am to 4pm

 

VENUE

Freeland Hall 1515 E. Shoreview Dr Freeland WA 98249​

ORGANIZER

Michelle Bach, hello@whidbeyartmarket.com, 206-696-6605

 

COSTS AND OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Our goal is to keep these shows affordable. All WIAC members will receive a 10% discount on fees.

• ​These fees covers basic promotions such as graphics, press releases, postcard printing, drewslist ads, social media boosts, signage, bookkeeping/banking fees, and website hosting. 

• These fees are non-refundable, and are payable immediately upon acceptance. You will be notified by email, and a Paypal link will be provided.

• In addition to the fees and commissions, each artist will be asked to regularly promote the event to their own pre-established social media and email networks in the weeks leading up to each show. Promotional graphics, text and suggested hashtags will be provided for your use, although you may create your own as well. 

• Each artist will also be asked to distribute posters/postcards and assist with site prep and clean-up, signage setup, etc. 

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INDIVIDUAL BOOTH OPTIONS​

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• Corner $130 ​

• XL Booth $100

• Full Booth​ $80 

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BOOTH SETUP

All Artists must provide their own booth fixtures such as hanging panels, tables and table coverings, pedestals and any supplemental lighting. You may be able to “share” hanging walls (front and back) with adjacent artists, or rent hanging panels from local artists or organizations.

SALES

• Individual Artists will manage their own sales and report their own sales taxes. You must have the appropriate business licenses (state and local, if required).

LOAD IN

Setup begins at 8:00am. Please plan to be ready by 9:45. We will open doors promptly at 10:00. 

 

LOAD OUT

Artists are expected to remain setup until the event ends. Tear down begins immediately after the show ends on Sunday. We must be cleaned up and out by 7:00pm. Artists will be asked to help ensure the space is left clean.​