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Downtown Venice Craft Festival: January 2020 (13th Annual) American Craft Endeavors

Location:
Miami Avenue in Downtown Venice
Venice, Florida, Florida (South)

Phone: (561) 746-6615
Event Dates: 1/25/20 - 1/26/20
Application Deadline: 1/22/20 Midnight EST
153 day(s) and 1 hour(s) remaining


REQUIREMENTS:


Images: 4 (a booth shot is required)

Fee (Non-refundable Jury Fee (APF)): $15.00

JURY DETAILS


Event Summary
Our event will be set up along West Miami Avenue, one of Venice’s historic downtown streets. Located in prime downtown real estate, this craft festival has fantastic exposure. Show is currently closed to jewelry. All jewelry applications will be juried for wait list only.
 

General Information
American Craft Endeavors produces multiple shows therefore we have an ongoing jury process that meets twice monthly and juries by category. SHOW DIRECTOR’S SUGGESTION: We recommend that you apply EARLY as the show and/or most categories will fill quickly. Upon receiving an invitation to participate in the show, you will need to submit a deposit/booth fee immediately to secure your space in the show. Simply ACCEPTING on Zapp will not secure your space in the show. Please note that your invitation email may go to your SPAM folder, so it is in your best interest to check your status on Zapp or check your SPAM folder. Due to the deadline being so close to the show date, the show will most likely be closed prior to the deadline. PLEASE NOTE that we keep a WAIT LIST on a category basis. Dates are subject to change. Changes, if necessary will be announced immediately. Show is currently closed to jewelry. All jewelry applications will be juried for wait list only.
 
ABOUT THE SHOW: Major shopping and fabulous dining surround this show site, making it a natural draw for Venetians and tourists milling about in the heart of Downtown Venice. Our event will be set up along West Miami Avenue, one of Venice’s historic downtown streets. 
Venue: West Miami Avenue in Downtown Venice
Public Admission: Free, no gate
Parking: Daytime Available for RVs and standard size vehicles
Spaces: 10x10, 10x15 and 10x20 booth spaces
Show Hours: Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm
Set-Up: Saturday Morning at 5:30AM
Security: Overnight Security will be onsite

BENEFITS: Venice Mainstreet

PROMOTION:
American Craft Endeavors has a reputation of bringing out a high-end buying crowd to each of its events. For the Downtown Venice Craft Festival we will be working with the Sarasota Herald Tribune, WLTQ FM, Venice Gondolier, Venice Weekly and Comcast Cable.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
Images: 4 (a booth shot is required)
Jury Fee (Non-refundable Application Fee): $15.00
 
 
MEDIUMS:
Candles
Ceramics/Clay/Pottery
Clothing
Dips/Sauces
Fiber
Furniture
Glass
Hair accessories
Handbags
Hats
Jewelry
Metal Art
Mixed Media
Paintings
Pet Accessories
Photography
Plants
Sculpture
Soaps/lotions
Wood
 
PRINT POLICY:
American Craft Endeavors will allow a limited quantity of offset prints, giclees, and reproduced work that must be clearly labeled as such.
 
JURYING INFORMATION:
This competitive show is limited to approximately 100 exhibitors chosen by a jury of highly qualified, talented, experienced craftspeople. All participants in the show will be chosen by this jury, which meets twice a month. The Zapp site will be updated when categories and/or the show closes; WAIT LIST applications will then be accepted. Crafters who will be called from the wait list will be chosen by category as cancellations are received and at that time can accept or decline our invitation to exhibit.
 
EXHIBITOR STANDARDS:
All work must be of original design and produced by the artist or a two-person collaboration. All work must be original, handcrafted, created and exhibited by the approved artists themselves. Kits, imports, and mass-produced items will not be tolerated. This rule is strictly enforced. The work exhibited and the booth must match the quality and style of work as represented in the submitted digital images. Artists and crafters are only permitted to apply with one medium.
 
WE ARE VERY CRAFTER FRIENDLY. PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CALL US DIRECTLY FOR QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE. View our website at www.artfestival.com, email us at info@artfestival.com, or call us at (561) 746-6615.
 
CRAFTER ATTENDANCE:
The craftsperson whose work has been accepted MUST BE PRESENT for the duration of the show to meet our patrons. Both collaborating partners, if listed on this application, must be in attendance. Picture identification will be required.
 
For most shows, a fifty-dollar ($50) deposit may be made in lieu of the full booth fee ONLY if the event is thirty (30) days away or more. We also accept credit cards for payment of booth fees. Please visit our website to access credit card authorization forms or contact our office. If you are accepted into a show, the balance must be paid NO LATER than thirty (30) days before the event or a thirty dollar ($30) late fee will be applied to the balance. If you are applying for a show past the thirty (30) day cut-off date, please include the thirty dollar ($30) late fee with the show fee.
 
Cancellation Policy:
There are no refunds for canceled shows. Cancellations must be made in writing (preferably emailed) at least 30 DAYS prior to a craft show. If you cancel with the proper amount of notice, you will receive a credit for all show fees paid, good for 2 years. Application fees are non-refundable. We do not, at any time, issue refunds unless we have canceled a show with ample time prior to its scheduled date. If a show is canceled AFTER logistical and advertising arrangements have been made, refunds will not be issued under our rain or shine policy nor due to any forces of nature, (i.e., hurricanes, tornados, floods, earthquakes) as outlined in the application. If you are not paid in full at this time, you are still liable for the balance. You will not be able to exhibit in a future American Craft Endeavor’s event until the show balance has been paid. We understand that there are many unforeseen circumstances that may arise last minute, however, we cannot make exceptions to this policy. 
 
DIGITAL IMAGES:
Applicants must submit four color digital images, via the ZAPP application. Three images must show individual pieces representative of current work. The fourth image must be of the display that will be used at the show with the full range of work displayed.
 
SCHEDULE:
No Application Deadline: ONGOING JURY *READ ABOVE PLEASE*
Acceptance Notification will be emailed approximately 2 to 4 weeks after Zapp online application completed.
Booth Fees Due: Deposit of $50.00 will be due immediately upon acceptance. Show fee balance is due no later than 30 days prior to the event or a thirty dollar ($30) late fee will be applied to the balance.
Show Set-up: Saturday Morning 5:30AM
Show Hours: Saturday & Sunday 10 AM – 5PM
 
No Solicitation - Exhibitors are present at our shows for the purpose of representing their work. For that reason, no exhibitor, or their representatives, will engage in any type of solicitation of any products, supplies, shows, etc. during the course of the show, starting at the commencement of the event and ending at the end of breakdown of the said event.  The exhibitors’ role is to sell their work and not engage in any other non-related business activities during the course of the event.  Failure to comply could cause possible expulsion from the show.
 
ABOUT US: For over 35 years, American Craft Endeavors has been Florida’s leading producer of juried street craft festivals. We produce shows in cities such as Sarasota, Delray Beach and Venice. Combine some of the best downtown streets in the US, develop a great marketing plan, include a high caliber of crafters, and you have another fine American Craft Endeavor Show.
 

Rules/Regulations
EXHIBITOR RULES AND REGULATIONS
The staff at Howard Alan Events and American Craft Endeavors would like to thank you for your participation in our shows. In order for you to help us make our shows the best they can be, we have established some rules and regulations. To participate in our events, you MUST observe the following…
  • All work must be original, handcrafted, created and exhibited by the approved artist themselves. Kits, imports, and mass-produced items will not be tolerated. This rule is strictly enforced.
  • All categories shall be reviewed, juried and screened prior to your acceptance. Any media NOT approved during the application process that appears in your both at an event will be removed. Artists and crafters are only permitted to apply with one medium.
  • All applications require 3 photos of your work plus 1 photo of your outdoor display. We will not process your application without a photo of your outdoor display with the white 10x10 tent included in the image. INDOOR displays WILL NOT be accepted.
    • We do NOT keep photos on file. You MUST resubmit photos with EACH application.
  • Displays must be professional and aesthetically pleasing. All tents MUST be white and all racks MUST be covered. Handwritten signs and sale signs are strictly prohibited. Ribbons won from other shows may NOT be displayed. Please visit our website, www.ArtFestival.com to view our display requirements and tips. The goal is to make your tent look like a “mini” art gallery. 
    • Exhibitors will leave their exhibit space clean after packing up at break down. If your space is not clean after an event, you may be expelled from future shows.
  • Please send a biography of you and your work. We like to have these on file for publicity opportunities.
  • For most shows, a fifty dollar ($50) deposit may be made in lieu of the full booth fee ONLY if the event is thirty (30) days away or more. We also accept credit cards for payment of booth fees. A credit card authorization form is on the following page. Please visit our website to access additional credit card authorization forms or contact our office. If you are accepted into a show, the balance must be paid NO LATER than thirty (30) days before the event or the late fee ($30 for 2019/2020 shows) will be applied to the balance. If applying to a show close to the thirty (30) day cut-off date, please include the full booth fee with the application. If you are applying for a show past the thirty (30) day cut-off date, please include the late fee ($30 for 2019/2020 shows) with the show fee.
    • It is VERY important that you include the event name and date on your checks to avoid miscommunication. 
  • First Time Exhibitors: If you are applying within 30 days or less before an event, a credit card, money order or cashier’s check is required for the show fee! 
  • If you are not accepted into a show, your show fees/deposits will be returned to you un-cashed.
  • For shows without deadlines, please keep in mind that the show(s) and/or medium categories may be open when you contact us, but are subject to close at any time. To avoid missing a show, please submit early. Applying when the applications first become available is strongly recommended. 
    • Please allow 2 to 4 weeks to process your application once received in our office.  You will not be charged a late fee if we receive your application more than 30 days before the show date and are informed of your acceptance within 30 days of the show.
  • Please include a self-addressed stamped postcard that we can date stamp and mail back to you the day your application is received at our office. 
  • WAITING LIST – Please note we have placed a box on the application that reads “WAITLIST IF CLOSED”. Checking this box means you would like to be placed on the waitlist in the event that a show is closed at the time we process your application. Once placed on the waitlist, the office will contact you as soon as we have an opening in the show. If an opening does not occur, we will return your show fee check uncashed, after the event takes place. If you are called from the waitlist, there is NO penalty if you do not accept the spot and your show fee will be immediately returned to you. 
  • CANCELLATIONS – THERE ARE NO REFUNDS FOR CANCELLED SHOWS! However, a credit good for 2 years from the cancellation date will be issued to your account if you notify the office more than 30 days before the event date. The exhibitor is responsible for the entire show fee if the event is cancelled within 30 days of the show. There are NO EXCEPTIONS to this rule! If you cancel an event within 30 days of the show date, you are liable for the show balance. You will not be able to exhibit in a future event until the show balance has been paid. 
    • All cancellations MUST be in writing (email preferred). 
  • The approved exhibitor will occupy his or her booth at all times. NO subletting or sharing of space is permitted. No representatives are allowed.   Friendly pets are allowed at the shows.
  •  LIABILITY INSURANCE – All exhibitors selling food for human or pet consumption AND exhibitors selling products that are applied to the skin (soap, skin care, etc.) are required to have product liability insurance. A one million dollar liability insurance policy, complete with Product Liability Insurance, naming Howard Alan Events, Inc. and American Craft Endeavors as co-insured, indemnified, and held harmless in the event of damage of property, injury, death, alleged sickness from food/skin care product, and any other damages or claims, suits, etc., shall be in force and on file in our office prior to being in attendance at an event.
  • TAXES – Each exhibitor is responsible for collecting the state sales tax and filing a report with the local Department of Revenue.
  • An accepted application is a commitment to display your work during ALL scheduled hours of the show. IF you are not present for any part of the show, you may be expelled from future shows.
  • Bank Fees – A $25 bank fee will be charged on all returned checks. The check amount plus the $25 fee is payable with a credit card, money order, cashier’s check or cash. The fee may be higher with international checks.
  • TENTS – Exhibitors are responsible for making their tents sturdy against wind, rain, etc. Tents MUST be manufactured with a certificate of flame-retardant materials. Staking into the pavement will NOT be permitted without written permission from the show director. Howard Alan Events/American Craft Endeavors is not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen property. Dollies are required for set-up and breakdown for most shows!  
    • If you would like to rent a tent for an event, please call The Tent Guys (561-374-1783). If doing so, please make a note of this on your application so the jury is aware of why you do not have a white 10x10 tent in your display image. You MUST set-up a 10x10 space outside and show us how you plan to display your work at the show. 
    • Exhibitors will receive an ample amount of booth space, which varies depending on the venue. Exhibitors will NOT take up any additional space without first consulting with a show coordinator. ALL WORK, DISPLAY and STORAGE WILL NOT GO BEYOND THE ASSIGNED EXHIBITOR SPACE.
    • If invited, your booth display at the event should match the booth display picture that was submitted with your application. There are no exceptions to this rule. If you have any display changes prior to the festival, you must resubmit your booth image for approval.
  • The exhibitor’s space shall be occupied by 7:45 a.m. the morning of the show or you will be considered a “no-show” and your space will be given away with no possible refund or credit.  Vehicles MUST be removed from the show area by 8:30 a.m. unless otherwise specified. 
  • No Solicitation - Exhibitors are present at our shows for the purpose of representing their work. For that reason, no exhibitor, or their representatives, will engage in any type of solicitation of any products, supplies, shows, etc. during the course of the show, starting at the commencement of the event and ending at the end of breakdown of the said event. The exhibitors’ role is to sell their work and not engage in any other non-related business activities during the course of the event. Failure to comply could cause possible expulsion from the show.
  • Set-Up and Breakdown times will be strictly enforced. Please see show confirmation for details.
  • Management reserves the right to make final interpretations of all rules and regulations. Please read the general release on front of application before signing!


Booth Information
Booth spaces are approximately 10' wide by 10' deep. Space and a half and double booths are also available on a limited basis. A 10x15 tent is required if you are requesting a 10x15 space. Displays must be professional and aesthetically pleasing. All exhibitor tents must be white in color. Please visit our website at www.artfestival.com to view our display requirements and tips. Handwritten signs and sale signs are prohibited.
 
If invited, your booth display at the event should match the booth display picture that was submitted with your Zapp application. There are no exceptions to this rule. If you have any display changes prior to the festival, you must resubmit your booth image for approval.

BOOTH FEES:
Single Booth (10' x 10') – $295.00
Space and a Half (10’ x 15’)- $442.50
Double Booth (10' x 20') - $590.00

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