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TO THE NEXT LEVEL
ARTISTS
The Bonifas is always looking for new artists to showcase their work in gallery exhibits. Each year we host a variety of exhibits for artists to participate in, including the annual favorites of Northern Exposure, Bonifas Membership Show, and Youth in Art. Work is displayed in our beautiful Powers and Studio galleries at the Bonifas, and duration of shows last 6 to 8 weeks on average. All mediums are in consideration for display. Work will need to be submitted for approval by the Bonifas staff, but you need-not be a professional artist to submit—just a love of creating!
CURRENT ARTIST OPPORTUNITES
POWERS GALLERY
Barb Symon Scholarship
Submissions due by March 24th, 2023
The Barb Symon Scholarship was established by Charles Symon in memory of his wife Barbara who was a highly respected weaver and a founder of the East Ludington Gallery. This scholarship is offered to encourage further study in an artist’s field of arts or crafts through workshops or classes.
Download Application here (PDF)
Bonifas Membership Show
March 30 – May 18, 2023
Reception: March 30, 6 - 8 pm
A 40+ year tradition, the Bonifas Membership Show, has encouraged members to share their creative explorations at every level of ability. This show is open to all artists 18+ who are current members of the Bonifas. All work must be the artists’ own design, original in concept and execution and not previously exhibited in the Bonifas Gallery. The artwork should have been created within the last two years. Original works only (no prints). Any medium, traditional or experimental, qualify for entry. There are no size limitations.
Application (PDF)
Northern Exposure XXX
November 9 – December 28, 2023
Reception: November 9, 6 - 8 pm
Northern Exposure is entering its 30th year and we would love for you to be a part of it. This is a juried show—meaning that you enter digital images of your work, we submit the photos to the juror, they select who gets into the show, and then we contact you letting you know if you made it in or not. Artists are invited to submit up to three pieces for jurying. The judging will be based on three equally weighted criteria: Creativity, Originality & Craftsmanship. Once a piece has been juried into the show, no substitutions will be accepted.
Digital Submissions are due by Oct. 6th, 2023
Application is forthcoming
Pay entry fee online is forthcoming
The Studio Gallery
NO CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES
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VENDORS
Do you love to sell your creations at art markets and fairs? Well, the Bonifas hosts 2 of the largest arts and crafts fairs in the central U.P.! The Waterfront Art Festival and Holi-day Art Fair draw large crowds each year and are a great way to sell your pieces. The summertime Waterfront Art Festival also includes a Young Artist Market that allows young upcoming artists and crafters an opportunity to sell products.
CURRENT VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES
Waterfront Art Festival
Saturday, August 5th, 2023
10am - 4pm
Waterfront Art Festival Celebrating 50 years in person in 2023!
We are calling all our artists and food vendors to register for this year's Waterfront Art Festival. We'll also be kicking off our "50 Years in the Making" campaign at Waterfront so there will be extra publicity surrounding this event. More PR means more crowds which means more sales. Now is the time to register and be a part of the biggest Waterfront to date!
Artists: This is a juried show if you have not participated in the past 2 years of Waterfront Art Festival or Holiday Art Fair you will need to send us images or samples of your work ahead of time to be considered for the 2023 Festival.
Applications must be received by July 21, 2023
Artists must complete an application to go with your payment. You can download, print, and fill out the application from our website and mail it to the Bonifas. Or email the completed PDF to events@bonifasarts.org.
Eligibility: All work must be the artist’s own design/concept/execution. Only original works or signed/numbered prints may be exhibited, with no more than half of the work displayed being reproductions. Reproductions must be labeled as such. Examples of unacceptable work: commercially-made products, kits or settings of jewelry or lapidary work, items from commercial fabric forms.
Download Application here (PDF)
Pay entry fee here
Young Artist Market
Saturday, August 5, 2023
10 am - 4 pm
Applications must be received by July 21, 2023
Any artist age 18 and under can apply to have a small space under the young artist tent at the Festival. There will be a $10 fee per 4’ space, and the Art Center will provide a card table and two chairs if desired. Please RSVP if you would like to reserve a table. Artists can bring their own display if they want, as long as it fits in the space. Come prepared for rain or sunshine. Adult supervision as needed will be provided by parent or guardian.
Download Application here (PDF)
Holiday Art Fair
Saturday, November 5
10 am - 4 pm
Applications must be received by October 12.
Space is limited.
Eligibility: All media welcome, including but not limited to: fine art, photography, wood work, pottery, glass, fiber, basketry and jewelry. All work must be of original design and made by applying artist.
Entry & Jurying: If you participated in 2021 Holiday Art Fair or Waterfront 2021 you do not need to be juried in. All deadlines still apply.
New artists must submit three images that are representative of the work to be dis-played. Each image should be clearly labeled with the artist’s name and medium. The Art Center reserves the right to reject any work which is not of the same quality as shown in the images. Include with your images, the entry fee, application form, and stamped self-addressed envelope.
INTERESTED IN TEACHING?
We are always looking for new classes and instructors to teach innovative and exciting classes! For more information on teaching a class, call us at 906-786-3833.
ARE YOU PART OF AN ARTS ORGANIZATION?
The Bonifas loves partnering with other organizations, and encourages you to call us at 906-786-3833 to discuss collaboration!