Holiday Market on the hill
at Greenbank Cidery
Please read the following before submitting your application:
THIS IS AN OUTDOOR EVENT
It will take place Rain or Shine.
We will only cancel for severe weather like wind, ice, snow.
In the event we cancel for weather, full refunds will be provided.
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This is going to be a fun one...and a chilly one. Join us for one day or both!
We need applicants who are willing to be prepared for the weather. We will be setup in the lower parking lot at Greenbank Cidery.
Greenbank Cidery will be showing the WSU game on Saturday, the Seahawks game on Sunday. WAM is aiming to complement these events by offering some holiday shopping. Overflow parking will be available at Island Athletic Club where a short paved path leads up to our venue.
​Applications will be reviewed as they are received. You will be notified of acceptance ASAP.​ There is no fee to apply. Registration fees will be due immediately upon receipt of your acceptance email. This page will be updated when registration is full.​
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CRITERIA TO CONSIDER BEFORE APPLYING:
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This event is open to Artists and Craftspeople from Whidbey Island. All items must be handmade, Whidbey Art Market is traditionally 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. Please reach out if you have questions about applying.
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EVENT DATE
Saturday Nov 23rd and Sunday Nov 24th
VENUE
Greenbank Cidery, lower parking lot
5488 Freeland Ave
Freeland WA
Rain or Shine
The event will only cancel in the event of severe weather; wind, ice, snow. If cancelled due to weather, full refunds will be provided.
ORGANIZER
Michelle Bach, hello@whidbeyartmarket.com, 206-696-6605
COSTS:
Participate one or both days!
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One Day:
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Option 1: Individual 10 X 10 booth space for your own weighted tent/canopy
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$45 flat fee, no commissions
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Option 2: Table space under WAM tent
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​$50 flat fee, no commissions
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Maximum allowed table size 6'
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Both Days:
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Option 1: Individual 10 X 10 booth space for your own weighted tent/canopy
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$90 flat fee, no commissions
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Option 2: Table space under WAM tent
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​$100 flat fee, no commissions
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Maximum allowed table size 6'
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Our goal is to keep these shows affordable.
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​These fees covers basic promotions such as graphics, press releases, postcard printing, drewslist ads, social media boosts, signage, bookkeeping/banking fees, and website hosting.
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These fees are non-refundable(in this case if cancelled due to weather we will refund in full), and are payable immediately upon acceptance. You will be notified by email, and a Paypal link will be provided.
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In addition to the fees, 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.
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SPACE ASSIGNMENT
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Option 1: Individual Booth Space
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Each artist will be provided 10’X10’ exterior display area and must provide their own weighted tent/canopy. ​
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You will be responsible for bringing and setting up a weighted canopy for shade or rain with 40lb minimum per leg​.
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Your tent must be properly weighted and secured overnight.
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Option 2: Table Space under WAM tent​
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Each artist will be provided space for one 6' table, approximately 6.5' X 10'
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Artists participating on both days will be responsible for securing their art/supplies overnight. Limited storage space may be available onsite. If possible, please take items home.
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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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Food is available for purchase onsite.
SALES
All 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 9:00am. Please plan to be ready by 10:45am. Artists will be required to park in designated offsite parking.
LOAD OUT
Artists are expected to remain setup until the event ends. Tear down begins at 5:00pm. Artists will be asked to help ensure the lot is left clean prior to departure.
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.