Vendors and Artisans. . .
Call for entries – 3rd annual Heritage Festival
Saturday, April 28, 2012 9:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
Blue Ridge Christian Academy invites you to participate in the third annual Heritage Festival scheduled for April 28, 2012. This is a non-juried showcase of arts and crafts from local and regional artists celebrating the arts in the beauty of the South Carolina foothills. Based on the previous festivals and a scheduled special guest, we anticipate 800-1,000 attendees. The festival includes the opportunity for artist/craftsmen to demonstrate and involve children and adults in creating art. We have a special barn artist who will be painting the outside of our newly completed gymnasium during the week prior. The finished product will be unveiled during the festival. We are thrilled to have local television coverage scheduled for that event.
EXTENDED Application Deadline:
Completed applications should be received by April 1, 2012 April 15, 2012. Applications may be submitted via e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , faxed to (864) 895-8797, or mailed to Blue Ridge Christian Academy, Attn: Heritage Festival, 424 Hwy 101, Landrum, SC 29356. Accepted participants will be notified no later than April 9.
Entry Guidelines and Application Fees:
All work must be appropriate for a family audience. A non-refundable application fee of $40 must accompany each application, payable to Blue Ridge Christian Academy/Heritage Festival. Your application fee will be refunded if your application is not accepted. If you choose to demonstrate only (no sales), there will be no fee for your booth.
Artist Statement:
Please submit a short artist statement (i.e. biographical information, resume, inspiration) with application. A picture of your work and approval for your information to be used in festival publicity is appreciated, but not required.
Exhibit/Booth Descriptions:
Each exhibitor will receive a 10' x 10' space designated in specific outside areas. Each exhibitor is responsible for exhibit display, equipment, supplies, tables, and signage. You are encouraged (but not required) to involve festival goers in your art, if possible. This involvement may consist of demonstration or hands-on involvement. Please prepare a weighted canopy in case of wind or light rain. Please also plan for the possibility of being in an unlevel area. Tobacco and alcohol use is prohibited in exhibit area/festival grounds. Electrical access is available for an additional $15.00. In case of rain, you will have a designated space inside.
Taxes:
Any applicable sales tax or business permits are the responsibility of the exhibitor.
Cancellations:
An application is a commitment to participate. No refunds are given unless the application is not accepted. The festival is a "Rain or Shine" event.
Set Up and Break Down:
Official hours of the show are 9:00 to 4:00. Set-up time begins at 8 A.M. Exhibitors will receive instructions one week prior to the show regarding booth number, set up and unloading, contact information of assigned volunteer and general information. Breakdown is not allowed until after exhibit hours.
If you have any questions, please contact Joy Hartsell.