Articles
Planning a Festival’s Layout
March 2026, by By Jamie Balkin, Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff
Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff takes place in Lake Bluff Park in St. Joseph, Michigan. The scenic, blufftop park offers stunning views of Lake Michigan, piers, and lighthouses. It features walking…
The Layout Puzzle
March 2026, by By Raychel Rork, Plymouth Art In The Park
Plymouth Art In The Park takes place in downtown Plymouth, Michigan, each July. The three-day festival features more than 425 artists from across the country. The layout also accommodates art…
A Festival’s Footprint
February 2026, by Shaun Hayes , Art & Apples Festival
The Art & Apples Festival has taken place in Rochester Municipal Park since 1965. This can be a unique setup for some artists, as they can often be setting up on a grassy, non-flat surface. Small…
Obtain Success
January 2026, by Carolyn Morris, Marietta Art in the Park
To determine which shows would be the best fit, take the time to do some homework first. Carefully read all the information provided by the show organizer. Visit the show’s website and social media.…
Your Best Shows
December 2025, by Jim DeLutes, Affordable Arts Festival
After 36 years in the art show business — 16 as an artist and 20 as a promoter — you would think I know the scientific formula for finding the best art festivals. But, as with most things surrounding…