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Call for Artists 61st Annual Park Forest Fine Art Fair and To Become A Tall Grass Associated Artist

Organization: Tall Grass Arts Association Location Park Forest, IL 60466 Entry Fee Paid Entry Deadline June 18, 2016
The Tall Grass Arts Association operates a regional art gallery located in Park Forest, Illinois. Juried artists are invited to participate in the annual fine art fair held in September in Downtown Park Forest. They have the opportunity to display work in the gallery at least once a year and to include their work in the Tall Grass Gift Shop.

Juried Artist Opportunities
Art Fair –

The Art Fair is an outdoor, juried, fine art fair held in the streets of Downtown Park Forest. Held continuously for 60 years, it is known as an artist-friendly (especially emerging artist friendly) because of its low registration fee. The fair features cash awards and purchase prizes, a complimentary breakfast on Saturday morning and a sumptuous dinner party for the artists on Saturday evening after the close of the fair. Overnight security is provided Saturday night, which includes conveniently located locked storage space, and booth sitters are available as needed over the weekend. Exhibitors are expected to be present both days and are responsible for their own display (easel, tents, chairs, etc.). Since cars are not allowed on the Downtown streets, artists unload at various locations around the perimeter of the Downtown area. There is a registration fee to participate but no commission is collected on purchases made by patrons.

The fair is promoted in the regional press but the largest emphasis is on social networking sites such as Facebook and various web sites. It is advertised on WFMT and WBBM radio, particularly during morning “ride times”. Musical entertainment is provided all day, both days as well as a variety of food vendors.

Traditionally, the fair is held on the third weekend in September. This year it is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 18 and Sunday, Sept. 19, 2016 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm each day.

“I met the nicest people there, exhibitors and patrons. It was a joyful little show. You might want to try it sometime.” Nels Johnson, reviewer on ArtFairInsiders.com.

“You, your staff, my fellow artists and all the people attending were all wonderful. I found the quality of art on display to be extremely high and have to admit I was humbled for even being included. And the commitment your organization has for this event really showed. I would have to say your event is one of the best organized fairs I’ve yet to participate in.” Bob Decker, artist, Wapello, IA

“I was well looked after. The arts committee was ever present. They fed us, booth sat and probably would have spoon fed me had I asked. Sales Very good…way beyond expectations. I strongly recommend this show.” Stuart Rein, artist, Goodyear, AZ

Gallery Exhibits –

An annual exhibition featuring TGAA’s juried artists is held in the Gallery at least once during the year. It has been traditional for one of the gallery artists exhibits to coincide with the art fair. Artists are invited to exhibit one (1) piece of art, in any medium, that has not been previously exhibited in the gallery and, hopefully, represents new work. The exhibit usually lasts 6 - 8 weeks and includes an opening reception. There are also opportunities for participation in invitational and special theme exhibits.

The commission structure for work sold in the Gallery and gift shop is 70% of the list price determined by the artist, for the artist, and 30% for the gallery.

Gift Shop –

The Gift Shop is actually a second gallery. Smaller, more affordable works are featured in the gift shop. As with the gallery, the gift shop is only available to Tall Grass juried artists. Two-dimensional work is shown on the walls and jewelry and three-dimensional work is placed on pedestals and shelves. The Gift Shop is managed and maintained by an artist so has an artistic and professional appearance. During the winter holidays, the focus is on items appropriate for gift giving.

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