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Join Us at the 65th Annual Ann Arbor Street Art Fair!

We are thrilled to invite you to witness the incredible talent of our Youth Art Fair Artists (grades 4-12) as they exhibit and sell their work at the 65th Annual Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original, on July 18, 19, and 20, 2024!

Why You Should Visit:

  • Inspiring Young Artists: Discover the masterpieces of budding artists as they showcase their creativity among over 200 professional artists.

  • Mentorship and Learning: Our young talents gain invaluable experience through mentorship and peer-based learning, preparing them for a future in the arts.

  • Transformative Journey: From understanding the jury process to mastering customer service, our program offers a deep dive into the art world, guiding young artists towards professional growth.

 

This free program is your gateway to a world where young creativity thrives.

Join us at the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair and be a part of this extraordinary celebration of youth artistry!

Mark Your Calendars:

  • Dates: July 18, 19, and 20, 2024

  • Location: Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original

Don’t miss this chance to experience the future of art today!

2025 Youth Art Fair Applications will be available HERE March 2025!

We are thrilled to announce that our Youth Art Fair Artists (grades 4-12) will exhibit and sell their work at the 65th annual Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original July 18, 19, 20, 2024! The Youth Artists will enjoy even more mentorship, peer based learning, and fun by exhibiting among over 200 professional artists. 

This program is your gateway beyond the classroom, where budding visual artists can unleash their imagination and catch a glimpse of the world through the eyes of professional Art Fair artists. At the heart of our Youth Art Fair lies the ambition to kindle the creative spark within each young artist, pushing the boundaries of artistry and helping them find their unique voice. 

In our program, artists will gain insights into the intricate world of artistry. From understanding the jury process to setting fair prices, delivering top-notch customer service, and beyond, our young artists will embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and skill-building. 

The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair is excited and honored to bring this free program back to the public to support our young artists on their path to becoming professional artists…or anything they can imagine. Plus, our Youth Artists will enjoy the thrill of being a part of the Ann Arbor Art Fair attended annually by over 400,000 patrons!

From our Executive Director Angela Kline 

From Youth Art Fair Alumni Eva Kubaki

HOW IT WORKS:

Participation

  • Aspiring young artists must successfully pass a jury evaluation before securing their spot at the Youth Art Fair.
  • Each young artist, once accepted by the jury process, will receive an invitation to join the fair for one of the
  • three days, running from 11 am to 4 pm.
  • This rotation ensures that every participant has an equal opportunity to showcase their talents.

Supervision:

  • One parent or guardian must accompany eachparticipant during their time at the fair.

Sales and Finances:

  • Each participant is solely responsible for managing their own sales and handling money transactions.

HOW TO APPLY:

  • Fill out the 2024 A2SAF Youth Art Fair Application by April 10th, 2024
  • Sign up for a time slot for the Jury Session by April 10th, 2024 
  • Jury sessions will be Saturday April 13, 2024 at the Westgate Ann Arbor Library.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Artists should bring 4 to 6 samples of artwork.

  • Artists are required to bring a photo/image of their work to the jury session. (Photo/image will not be returned.)

  • Artists must be in grades 4 - 12 at time of jury and reside in Michigan.

  • All artwork must be original and made by the artist(s).

  • Artists meet one-on-one with a pair of jurors for a brief time.

  • Artist must attend two June info/mentoring zoom sessions after acceptance.

  • Artists should be able to talk about the work they make,their art interests and how they plan to make enough art to sell at the Fair

 

2025 Youth Art Fair Applications will be available HERE March 2025!

In person Jury Session April 2025.

Artists Will Be Notified Of Acceptance May 1,2024.

 

 


 

 

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