Application and Fees
Artists must (for eligibility):
Submit their application
Pay the application fee by mail or through PayPal to crosstiefestival@gmail.com
Email 3 photos or slides of their work to crosstiefestival@gmail.com
Send a headshot (if applicable) for social media usage
A fee of $75 ($50 student artist fee) reserves a 10’ by 12’ space and allows for competition pieces in any combination of the categories listed above.
awards and categories
A total of $5250 for awards is made possible through our constant support from our incredible donors; we are so grateful!
Best In Show Purchase Prize ($1500)
Crosstie will purchase your selected piece at this amount to keep in the Permanent Collection and will be housed at the Delta Arts Alliance.
Category Prizes
1st Place ($500)
2nd Place ($250)
3rd Place ($0)
Artist participation will determine how many awards will be given. Categories will receive awards at the discretion of the judges.
1. Paintings
2. Drawings, Graphics, & Photography
3. Multimedia & Sculpture (2-D & 3-D)
4. Pottery
5. Fine Crafts
Rules
If accepted, our application is considered a commitment to show. There will be no refunds of entry fees.
Only original works by the exhibitor will be accepted for display and competition.
Applications will be screened and accepted as long as space remains available; however, potential exhibitors should apply as soon as possible to ensure acceptance and location.
Only work in the listed categories may be judged.
The Festival Committee reserves the right to limit the number of exhibitors in a category.
All checks should be made payable to Crosstie Arts & Jazz Festival, or payment can be made online at www.crosstiefestival.com.
Exhibitors who require electrical service must specify their needs in advance on the application form. Electrical service is limited and not guaranteed!
Exhibitors and guests will receive an invitation to the Crosstie Patron’s Party on Friday night and are welcome to sell a piece of their art through the silent auction during the event. You will need to communicate the piece drop-off time with the artist chair.
Exhibitors may report to the Crosstie Festival tent on Friday from 1:00-3:00 p.m. or Saturday at 6:00 a.m. for reserved space assignment. Exhibitors are responsible for providing any necessary equipment to display their work, which must be in place by the time judging begins at 9:00 a.m.
An alternate location is secured for inclement weather.