“Paradise” Art Show sends out A Call for Artists and Artisans
The Stratford Arts Guild announces a call for artists, artisans, and crafters for “Artists & Artisans in Paradise 2014″ to be held Sunday, August 24, 2014 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Paradise Green, in Stratford, CT.
The guild welcomes applications from fine artists and artisans who create work from across the spectrum of the handmade arts, including fine artists, makers of original arts and crafts, and food artisans. Please: NO MASS-MARKET, RESOLD WORK, IMPORTS OR CRAFTS FROM KITS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS SHOW.
The event is in its second year. Last summer, it hosted over 30 arts exhibitors, a face painter, food vendors, and Italian ice vendor. An estimated 1,000 locals visited the green and some exhibitors reported selling up to 70 percent of their wares.
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Guidelines
All artists, crafters and vendors are responsible for providing their own tables, chairs, displays and tents. Prior participation does not guarantee acceptance in this year’s show. Artist Registration Fees: $85. Deadline for all applications: July 31, 2014. NOTE: There is currently a wait-list for jewelry makers.
The sale and fair will also feature a community-sponsored, interactive art project for all ages, live music, live poetry readings, and a juried student art competition.
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“We are seeing a growing demand in fine arts and crafts events,” said Anne Mulligan, guild member and event coordinator. “People want to talk to the artist, and to own original work.
Artist and crafters can register online at http://paradiseartshow.com, or by calling the Guild at 203-375-1258.
The event is sponsored by Two Roads Brewing, Steelpointe Harbor and other area businesses.
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The Stratford Arts Guild was founded in 2010 to meet the demands of the growing arts community in Stratford. It is a collaboration of Artists and Friends of the Arts, who are dedicated to furthering artistic expression and appreciation of the arts in Stratford, CT.
