Craft Fair Exhibitor Info

Peters Valley is firmly committed to diversity, inclusion and equity. In the interest of preserving fine craftsmanship while also fostering innovation in the field of contemporary craft, we are seeking a range of artists from those that use traditional techniques to those that highlight the creative use of technology. We are excited to include both emerging and established artists. We pride ourselves on hosting a high quality, well-balanced show offering handmade original works in a range of prices.

Eligibility:
All work must be original and made by the applicant. Work created from commercially available kits is not accepted. Work that is created under the direct supervision of the applicant in a small-studio production scenario is acceptable if the artist has a constant hand in direction, feedback, and assistance in the making process. Manufacturers, importers and agents other than craft artists should not apply. The Fair Committee reserves the right to determine whether a particular type of work is determined unacceptable or in keeping with the standards of the show. If the work is determined unacceptable or misrepresented in the images submitted, the applicant will not be allowed to exhibit during the event.

 Emerging Artists:
The Peters Valley Craft Fair will award 10 emerging artist spaces. Each will include a 10’x10’ standard booth space, pipe & drape, electric & insurance for a discounted flat rate of $250 (that’s a $460 discount!). To qualify you must have been exhibiting professionally for less than 3 years and have not participated in our in-person show previously in this category. If you participated in one of our virtual events as an Emerging Artist, you are eligible to apply in this category. We will not expect you to include a booth shot with your images. To be considered for this award you must apply in the Emerging Artist Category.

 Exhibition Categories:
One medium category based on the primary identifying material or technique used in your body of work must be chosen for all submitted applications. Artists who wish to exhibit in more than one category must submit separate applications in each category for the jury (up to 2). The ‘Mixed Media’ category is for works that are using multiple media and not two or more distinct bodies of work that would otherwise fall under distinctively different categories. Once accepted under both categories you may exhibit them in one booth and will be listed as exhibiting in both categories.

Collaborations:
Artists who work collaboratively on all work that they wish to exhibit may submit one application jointly. Two or more artists that create independent bodies of work that wish to exhibit together in one booth must be accepted into the show independently.

 Jury:
For 2022, the Craft Fair will be juried by a committee with the purpose of creating a quality, inclusive and balanced show.

Jury notification:
Applicants will be notified of jury status by May 6, 2022.

Wait List:
Those placed on the waitlist will be contacted and offered space on a rolling basis if a space becomes available. The list is not numerical, and is subject to keeping the show at a level of quality and balanced in medium.

Awards:
Peters Valley Craft Fair gives exhibitor awards based on artistic merit (Gold, Silver, Bronze, Honorable Mention, Emerging Artist). Judging takes place at the event. Each award winner is given a significant amount of credit towards next year’s booth fee, their application fee is waived and they are jury exempt. Cash prizes are awarded in some categories.