Holiday Arts & Crafts Show
Saturday, November 4, 2023
10 AM – 4 PM
Call for submissions: Deadline October 13th, 2023
The Bascom’s Holiday Arts & Crafts Show provides a unique shopping experience on the plateau, showcasing a selection of high-quality handmade works by local and regional artists. We invite submission of works that are suitable for giving, whether or not they have an explicit holiday theme.
The Selection Process Submission consists of two photographs, (each an image of a representative piece proposed by the applicant), and a brief description of the work and materials/techniques used, and number of works for sale, and price point range. Our selection committee will review works for their artistic quality, and marketability. There will be 12 spaces available. Deadline is October 13th, midnight; applicants will be informed of the results of the committee’s decisions by no later than October 17th, via email.
Please read through this entire document and complete the application at the end.
APPLICATION AND SHOW INFORMATION
SHOW DATE & TIMES: The show will start promptly at 10AM on Saturday, November 4th, 2023. Exhibiting Artists are required to be present and to maintain their exhibition space until 4PM.
FORMAT: Exhibiting Artists will be assigned a display space on The Bascom terrace or porte cochere (two covered outdoor spaces). They will also be assigned an artist code which must be displayed along with the price on each item for sale. The Bascom will provide a central checkout station. A packaging station will be managed by The Bascom staff during the show.
DISPLAY SPACE: Each Exhibiting Artist will have a 12’x12’ display space. A 6-foot folding table and two chairs will be provided in each space for the duration of the show. Please bring your own table covering. Exhibiting Artists may provide additional setup and displays for their space. If you will require electricity, you will need to provide your own extension cord.
SETUP: Exhibiting Artists may set up their space from 7:00AM-9:30AM on Saturday, November 4th
CLEANUP: Exhibiting Artists are required to remove all artwork and display materials from their booth. Additionally, all garbage, including food, must be disposed of in the containers provided.
CONDUCT: All participants are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner.
PETS: The terrace is a pet friendly property, and some attendees may bring pets. Exhibiting artists however, are not permitted to bring pets to avoid disruptions and to protect their artwork. We will provide signage if you would like to keep pets away from your display area. Service animals are permitted.
SMOKING: The Bascom is a non-smoking campus. Exhibiting Artists must abide by this restriction. FOOD and BEVERAGE: You may bring your own food and beverage for the day; no alcohol is permitted.
FEES & PAYMENT: There is no application fee. Exhibiting Artists will receive 60% commission of the Retail Price. The Bascom will remit North Carolina State Sales Tax. Exhibiting Artists will be paid by the 15th of December for sales made at the show and are responsible for providing accurate contact information to receive timely payment. A completed W9 must be on file before payment will be processed
CANCELLATION POLICY: The Bascom reserves the rights to cancel the event within 24 hours of November 4, 2023, due to weather or any circumstance related to safety, public health, or any reasonable circumstance.
APPLICATION
Please complete this application and return it with the following items via email to shop@thebascom.org. Your application is due no later than October 13th.
NAME _____________________________________ EMAIL _____________________________
ADDRESS __________________________________ CITY _____________ STATE ____ ZIP _____
Please list address to which any payments would be mailed
TELEPHONE _________________________ INSTAGRAM ________________________________
1. Two quality photos of your work with the title, material, and price of each piece.
2. Short Bio and Artist Statement
3. Medium: Check that which applies to the work you intend to sell
Clay ___ Wood ___ Painting ___ Jewelry ___ Sculpture ___ Photography ___ Other (please describe)
By signing this document, I agree to hold The Bascom free and harmless from any claims and liabilities relating to any injury, damage, or theft caused by persons or property while said premises are occupied under this agreement. This includes damage, injury, or loss of any type from the time of setup until the removal of exhibits. The Bascom is not liable if any portion of the event must be cancelled due to circumstances beyond our immediate control. SIGNATURE