St. Augustine Arts and Craft Festival

ARTISTS: Join the ever-growing group of distinguished regional and national artists who participate in the St. Augustine Art & Craft Festival. This prestigious juried fine art exhibition is Northeast Florida’s premier outdoor art gathering, held in the heart of the nation’s oldest city surrounded by history and attractions that draw thousands of visitors, art collectors and discerning shoppers.

A jury panel of art professionals selects the top artists from a pool of entries in these categories: Drawing & Pastel, Painting, Photography, Jewelry, Sculpture, Pottery, Woodworking, Glassworks, 2D/Graphics, Fiber & Leather, Gourds, Baskets, and Mixed Media. All artwork is handmade of the finest materials and craftsmanship, professionally displayed in booth tents throughout the festival grounds. Judging for awards takes place on the field with cash prizes and ribbons awarded for outstanding artistic achievement.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: AUGUST 3, 2018
Applications after August 3rd will be accepted. A $25 late fee will be assessed. To apply for the Festival, follow these instructions:

• CLICK TO READ THE RULES & GUIDELINES
• CLICK TO DOWNLOAD the pdf application. Fill it out completely, sign and date it. Be sure to include payment information for the application ($35) & late fee ($25)
• Scan the application and send it to festival@staaa.org with 3 images of your artwork and 1 image of your booth. In the email subject line: FESTIVAL LATE APP (your name)

No applications will be considered without payment and images. (Acceptable Payments: Visa, MasterCard, & Discover–included in application or call in to 904-824-2310; Checks can be mailed to 22 Marine Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084)

NON-ARTIST VENDORS: Food concessions, non-profit organizations, cultural groups, performers and specialty displays add flair and fun to the festival! Vendors are welcome to participate in this two-day event, providing space is available and all requirements are met.FOOD VENDORS: Must provide a menu and price list along with a photo of the concession set up. Food license, inspection certificate and liability insurance certificate required. Electric and water available. Must comply with all safety and environmental regulations. Menus may be restricted to avoid overlap with other concessions. Approved menus shall not change. Request an application by email: festival@staaa.org

NON-PROFITS; PERFORMANCE ARTISTS; CULTURAL GROUPS; SPECIALTY DISPLAYS: Groups must submit a copy of tax-exempt certificate (if applicable). A $35 Application processing fee and Barter Agreement required. Distribution of informational materials permitted; sales and solicitations are not allowed except by special approval. Group must provide its own staff for the duration of the exhibition or performance, including set up and take down. Request an application by email: festival@staaa.org

Where to Park

Historic Parking Garage across the street from Francis Field on Cordova ($3/day with a ParkNow card or $15/day without)

Ameris Bank on the corner of US1 & W Castillo Dr ($10/day – all proceeds benefit the art programs of the St. Augustine Art Association, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization)

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