ALL SPACES ARE NOW FILLED!

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Applications received after 10/24 will be added to our waitlist

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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 interested Artist.

• This page will be updated when registration is full.

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*New for this event, we will be offering limited space in our Gallery Share for 2-D and 3-D Artists. Gallery Share is unattended booth space with your items on consignment for the event. *

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CRITERIA TO CONSIDER BEFORE APPLYING:

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Whidbey Art Market is a curated event showcasing local Fine Artists, Artisans, and Craftspeople from Whidbey Island. It is an opportunity for them 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 is the 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  

Friday Nov 29th and Saturday Nov 30th 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.

• ​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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BOOTH OPTIONS

• Option 1

  • Gallery Share Consignment for 2-D and 3-D Artists

    • Unattended Booth Space, work is displayed on consignment.

    • $30 + 10% commission

    • Each share is approximately 5' X 6'. 2-D and 3-D Artists can reserve more than one share if they would like more space.

    • You will provide display infrastructure for your items. You will setup during load in and tear down during load out. 

    • A WAM Consignment Policy must be signed upon acceptance to the event and submitted with your payment.

    • A WAM Consignment form listing each item must be submitted by Nov 22nd. Each item must be clearly labeled with your name, your business name, and price.  ​

    • As this is a new offering, unforeseen details may arise. Any need for modifications to the aforementioned structure will be clearly and promptly communicated. Your understanding and flexibility is greatly appreciated!

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• Option 2

  • Individual Booth, flat fee no commissions

    • Corner(3 Available) $150 FULL

    • Full Booth $125

    •  Approximately 10' X 6'​

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).

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• Gallery Share sales will be managed by WAM Organizer who will manage processing fees and sales tax reporting. Gallery Share Artists will receive payment for any sales, within 14 days of event completion.​

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.​​

COVID DISCLAIMER

WAM will promote mask use and appropriate social distancing if recommended by the CDC. Please check back for details and updates. In case of illness, we cannot refund artist fees unless your space is filled by another artist.