1. This show is open to all artists/craft persons who exhibit work of their own concept, design, and execution. It is acceptable to sell images of your original art work that has been reproduced by a third party. 
2. Only original artwork, crafts and reproductions of your work may be displayed or offered for sale.
3.  Artists will be notified via email of their acceptance and all future correspondence.
4.  The show will happen “Rain or Shine”.  Colorado has great sunny weather throughout this time of year, but be prepared for any weather situation.
5. Booth sharing is permitted, but both artists need to meet the jury selection process.  For shared booths, both artists must be juried individually. Each applicant will be notified individually.
6.  Exhibitors agree to remain set up for the entire duration of the festival.
7.  Artists are responsible for collecting and reporting all taxes.  We will provide easy to follow instructions on how to do so, after you have been accepted into the show.
8.  Exhibitors are responsible for setting up their booths and also for cleaning up their exhibitor space at the end of each day. Please leave the area around your booth space clear of all trash including cigarette butts. 
9.  When possible, exhibitors are encouraged to demonstrate their art or craft.
10.     All booths must be weighted.  Absolutely no staking allowed.
11.   Tents, weights, tie downs, tables, displays, fixtures, extension cords and any other items necessary for the booth and display are to be provided by the exhibitor.   Colorado Events does rent a limited number of canopy tents.

   A jury entry will be judged for eligibility based upon quality, originality and presentation.   We are looking for distinctive high quality craftsmanship and unique art and crafts.  Our curation process will ensure an appropriate balance for the entire show, when determining the number of artists invited for each medium.
    Pictures of your work are required.  Images: 4 (a booth shot is recommended but not required)  We will accept a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 photos of your work.  If a booth shot is not available, a grouping of work is acceptable.
    Applicants should submit five color digital images that represent your work, via the ZAPP application.  If possible, you should use one of the five images to show your both display.

Show Location and Hours
Summer Fest – July 12 & 13
Bancroft Park in the center of Old Colorado City

2408 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
                                                                                               
Open 3pm – 8:30pm on Saturday, and 11am – 6pm on Sunday

    Booth spaces are 10' wide by 10' deep. A very limited number of Corner booth locations and Double booths (10’ x 20’) are also available.  Displays must be professional and aesthetically pleasing.

Affordable Exhibitor Pricing:
Jury application Fee      $20

2 day Exhibitor Space - $275
1 day Exhibitor Space - $160

Daily Fee for Optional Upgrades: 
Corner booth location – Add $25
Electricity – Add $15
10’ x 10’ Canopy Tent Rental   - add $30
                                                            
Artists retain all proceeds from their sales and no commission is asked from the artist.

Medium Categories:
Artisan Crafter: Agricultural products, gourmet foods, bakeries, bottled beverages (nonalcoholic), bath/body, health/wellness, flowers and garden, candles, soaps, aromatics, children's clothing and toys, pet items.  Please note: all edible items for sale must be prepackaged for consumption.
 
Ceramics, decorative: All original clay and porcelain work other than jewelry is accepted in this category.

Ceramics, functional: All original clay and porcelain work other than jewelry is accepted in this category.

Computer generated/digital art: This category includes any original work for which the original image, or the manipulation of other source material, was executed by the artist using a computer.

Drawing/Pastels: Works created using dry media including chalk, charcoal, pastels, pencil, wax crayon, etc. or from the fluid medium of inks and washes applied by pen or brush are to be entered in this category.

Fiber, Wearable: All work crafted from fibers including basketry, embroidery, weaving, leather work, tapestry, and paper making.  Manufactured clothing with unique applied art will be considered.

Fiber, Woven/Non-Woven: All work crafted from fibers including basketry, embroidery, weaving, leather work, tapestry, and paper making.

Glass: Only hand-crafted glass work will be accepted.

Graphics/printmaking: Original works made with pen, pencil, charcoal or traditional printmaking. Prints hand pulled by artists from traditional methods, including etching, engraving, silkscreen, stone and plate lithography, linoleum block or woodcut, produced in signed and numbered limited editions from an original image created by the artist.

Jewelry: All jewelry whether the work is produced from metal, glass, clay, fiber, paper, plastic, or other materials must be entered in this category.   Only artists accepted in the jewelry category may display and sell jewelry.

Metalwork: Includes all non-sculptural, non-jewelry works crafted from metals.

Mixed media: This category includes works, both 2 and 3 dimensional that incorporate more than one type of physical material to produce. Includes non-sculptural work as determined by the artist.

Painting, oil or acrylic: Works created in oils and acrylics are in this category. Creation of a still life, portrait, landscape, abstract or other image on a flat surface, such as canvas, with oil and/or acrylic paint or sticks.

Painting, watercolor: Works created in watercolor are in this category. Creation of a still life, portrait, landscape, abstract or other image on a flat surface with watercolors.

Photography: Photographic prints made from the artist's original image, which have been processed by that artist, or under his/her direct supervision, are included in this category.

Sculpture: Three-dimensional original work done in any medium.

Wood: Original works in wood that are hand-tooled, machine-worked, turned or carved are accepted in the wood category.

Yes, I agree to the terms and conditions of Colorado Events. Acknowledgment that you agree to adhere to the rules and regulations of Colorado Events. It is agreed that Colorado Events is not liable for any injuries, schedule changes, adverse weather or responsible for any lost, stolen or damaged item at any of its events. I acknowledge that a refund will not be granted for inclement weather or other reasons. We don’t guarantee product sales, attendance, weather, or exclusivity of any product or service   I understand and agree to these terms and expressly waive any rights to credit card charge backs as a means to mediate disputes. Please note that we do not give refunds, if an exhibitor cancels a show 60 days prior to the event, then we will issue a company credit. I agree to relinquish all claims I may have against Colorado Events, its officers and employees and any other business or governmental agency affiliated with its events. Colorado Events reserves the right to cancel booth reservation and refund all fees if exhibitor is duplicating products or services already provided, or if the exhibitor does not fit our vision and mission statement.