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10/10/2017

Des Moines Arts Festival applications are open... http://desmoinesartsfestival.org/how-to-apply/

We are happy to announce that we are now accepting artist applications for entry to . Learn more at http://bit.ly/2ySuzh2

03/14/2017

Hey craftspeople, competition alert for you.

In celebration of its 25th anniversary in 1997, Contemporary Craft established a $5,000 prize for excellence in the field of contemporary craft.

This biennial award, which is given in conjunction with a catalogue, video profile and juried exhibition, is funded by the daughters of Elizabeth R. Raphael, the founder of Contemporary Craft and a nationally known figure in the contemporary art scene for many decades. Prizes are selected by medium, with the designated medium changing with each biennial award.

All digital entries must be received by 5 pm Friday, June 9, 2017. More information is available online.

In celebration of its 25th anniversary in 1997, Contemporary Craft establi

07/28/2016

"Why on earth did you go to the Iowa Arts Summit and meet all those people and bring back all those good ideas?" said no one ever.

06/21/2016

4 things you should for sure hit during Art Week in Des Moines

There are SO MANY COOL THINGS happening in Des Moines this week and I am SO OVERBOOKED and I am SO EXCITED Definitely check out: 1. Zine workshop with Rob, Tiffany, and Levi 2. ART TERRARIUM where you...

06/16/2016

Join us for wine, treats, and super affordable art -- Community Supported Art's got a bounty of pieces by collectable artists, each priced at $33. Next week at Preservation Hosts: Bumper Crop.

02/28/2016

This year we are rolling out a brand new application process, so even if you are a seasoned Market Day vendor, please be sure to read this information carefully! Beginning in 2016, we will use a one application/one show system. That means instead of applying for both the May and November shows with…

02/09/2016

02/08/2016

We met up with Des Moines Girl Gang today to plot big plans for Art Week Des Moines. What are you doing June 20-26?

01/25/2016

Our event, Market Day, is looking for amazing vendors for our May 21st show. Fill out an application now! They are open until March 1st.

Beginning in 2016, we will use a one application/one show system. That means instead of applying for both the May and November shows with one form, you will apply to each show individually. This application will be for the May show only. It will not qualify you for the November show.

09/25/2015

Call for crafters: apply for Market Day's Black Friday Sale

A pop-up marketplace in Des Moines, Iowa featuring handmade and vintage
goods, original art, and exquisite crafts.

09/23/2015

You're invited. Hit us up with an RSVP, yes?

https://www.facebook.com/events/816639785122287/