Rose Squared Art Show Anderson Park 2026

Overview

The 42nd Annual Rose Squared Art Show takes place at Anderson Park in Upper Montclair, New Jersey. The show operates on a rolling jury until the limited number of spaces (130 total) are filled. Jewelry applications are closed; accepted jewelry artists will be automatically waitlisted.

Key Dates

• December 1, 2025: Application opens
• January 31, 2026: First round deadline (Early Decision jury fee: $35)
• February 1–Full: Rolling jury (Regular jury fee: $45)
• February 5, 2026: Early decision jury results emailed
• March 15, 2026: Early decision reduced booth fee deadline
• April 20, 2026: Regular application deadline
• April 23, 2026: Jury results emailed
• June 1, 2026: Regular booth payment deadline
• September 18, 2026 (Friday): Set-up 10am–6pm
• September 19, 2026 (Saturday): Set-up 6:30am–8:30am; show 10am–5pm
• September 20, 2026 (Sunday): Show 10am–4pm (closing early in honor of Yom Kippur)

Submission Requirements

Submit 4 images of your artwork plus 1 booth image. Maximum 3 works per artist. If you work in multiple media, you may submit separate applications but will pay the jury fee per medium. Jewelry applications must be submitted separately.

Eligibility

Open to fine artists and fine crafters (not emerging artists). The show is limited to 130 artists. After the early decision deadline, artists not committed by paying their booth fee will be automatically waitlisted.

Jury Details

Three art professionals view images simultaneously. Artists are considered in the order their applications are submitted. Projection jury method is used.

Booth Fees

• 10'×10' Booth: $495 (by 3/15/26), $545 (3/16–6/1/26), $595 (6/2–full)
• 10'×15' Booth: $645 (by 3/15/26), $695 (3/16–6/1/26), $745 (6/2–full)
• 10'×20' Booth: $895 (by 3/15/26), $945 (3/16–6/1/26), $995 (6/2–full)
• Corners: $125 extra
• Larger spaces available on request

Refund Policy

No refunds are issued unless the show is canceled with ample time prior. If canceled after logistical and advertising arrangements are made, refunds will not be issued under the rain-or-shine policy or due to any forces of nature. Invitation to showcase is only guaranteed if you have applied, been invited, and paid during the early decision period.

Show Details

The show features ample storage behind booths, a gorgeous park setting on grass, professional staff onsite, 24-hour county police security, extensive marketing and PR, permanent bathrooms with onsite cleaning, and estimated loyal patrons of 15,000–18,000+. Set-up and Sunday tear-down; park behind your booth. Free parking and special artist hotel rate available ($140+tax at Fairfield Executive Best Western).

Insurance & Contact

• Email: rosesquaredartshows@gmail.com or carol@rosesquared.com
• Phone: 301-755-4599 (Robin Markowitz) or 610-570-2343 (Carol Heisler-Lawson)
• Website: http://www.rosesquared.com