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Fine artists submit images and artist statements for jury selection into an outdoor art festival in Stuart, Florida.
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Get matched →ArtsFest showcases fine artists from across the country in a juried art show. As a community-focused arts organization, MartinArts celebrates diverse cultural offerings and offers free activities for all attendees. ArtsFest serves as a significant revenue stream supporting the entire arts and cultural community.
Open to fine artists from across the country. Cash awards are given for outstanding artists in categories represented by 5 or more booths, including Best of Show and Best of Category awards. Categories include Ceramics, Drawing, Fiber, Glass, Jewelry, Mixed Media 2D, Mixed Media 3D, Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Wearables, and Wood. Artists who received an award in 2026 in the same media category are exempt from jury selection but must still apply.
Every listing links to the organizer's official page. Always confirm deadlines, fees, and entry rules there before you apply.
ArtsFest uses a blind jury in which jurors do not know artist names or identifying information. The diverse jury panel includes festival artists, gallery owners, museum curators, and art instructors. Jurors review submitted images and artist statements. All artists must disclose their creative and printing processes in the artist statement; focus on process rather than inspiration. The booth image should display your fully set-up booth with artwork clearly presented and no artist name or individuals visible. Local Emerging Artists may alternatively submit a photo of another artwork or booth setup from a different event. The jury's decision is final based on submitted images. A waitlist by category is established based on jury scores.
ArtsFest Stuart is accessible to all artists, including those with disabilities. Booths have no physical barriers to entry, special accommodation parking is available on a solid surface nearby, and accessible bathrooms with on-site artist support volunteers are provided. Indicate any specific accommodation needed in your ZAPP application.
For questions about media categories or award eligibility, call Jennifer at 772-287-6676 x2 or email [email protected]. Visit www.martinarts.org for information on MartinArts programs.