FFC 2026 Artist/Exhibitor Application

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Link to the Festival of Fine Craft Information Page

Event Information

Festival of Fine Craft Applicant Information

Applications and Eligibility

We encourage you to apply if you produce original work in any of the following mediums or categories: artisan food, clay (decorative, functional, or sculptural), clothing, fiber (decorative or wearable, including basketry), fine arts (2D paintings or drawings), furniture and lighting, glass (decorative, functional, or sculptural, including stained glass), handmade soaps or other household/skincare items, jewelry (fine or fashion), leather, metal, mixed medium, musical instruments, photography, stone, and wood (decorative, functional, or sculptural).

Deadlines & Dates

The deadline to apply to the Festival of Fine Craft is Midnight, April 29, 2026, with a $25.00 non refundable application/jury fee
postmark by Thursday April 30, 2026.
Late applications will not be processed or sent to the jury. A post-jury application may open by invitation only if there is a need for additional exhibitors in a specific category and there are no wait-listed applicants in that category.
Jury results will be emailed to applicants by early June 2026.
Cancellations for accepted applications must be made by July 31, 2026, to receive a refund for your booth deposit.
Final payment for accepted applicants will be due by August 31, 2026.

Application Fees

A non-refundable application/jury fee of $25.00 is due with your application. If accepted, the fee will be applied to your total booth fee. All submissions must be accompanied by a check or money order in the amount of $25.00. If we do not receive your Application fee, you will not be included in the jury. Upon acceptance, the application fee will be applied to your booth total, and you will receive a remaining balance notification.

Booth Fees

Available booth space fees are as follows*:

Outdoor Space 10' X 12' without electric: $400.00
Outdoor Space 10' X 12' with electric: $440.00
Indoor Event Center 10' X 10' electric included: $495.00
Indoor Event Center Corner 10' X 10' electric included $520.00

*NOTE: Indoor spaces and outdoor spaces with electricity are available in limited supply. Booth preference must be indicated on the application and will be provided on a first applied, first supplied basis.

All retail exhibitors are obliged to have their New Jersey sales tax certificate with them during the event. Sales tax in NJ is 6.625%. For information on business registration, visit nj.gov/treasury.

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Festival of Fine Craft 2026

Location: WheatonArts, Millville, NJ

Event Dates: 10/3/2026–10/4/2026

Deadline to apply: April 29, 2026, Midnight EST

WheatonArts is an internationally acclaimed arts community dedicated to nurturing the creative spirit in all of us. The Festival of Fine Craft, now in its 27th year, is our premier annual event and one of the most highly-rated shows in the Mid-Atlantic region. Named one of Sunshine Artist's 200 Best in 2024, this campus-wide event continues to grow in attendance, programming, and quality overall.

Approximately 150 exhibitors, ranging from new and emerging artists to masters in their mediums, are carefully selected by a jury of WheatonArts professionals and experienced staff artists. We take pride in maintaining an artist-friendly show with a high standard of quality and are continually working toward balancing mediums, styles, and techniques. WheatonArts provides convenient day-before setup, overnight security, booth sitters, and unmatched hospitality throughout the show. Nearby hotels offer lodging at reduced rates to our exhibitors. Open Studios, craft demonstrations, live music, exceptional food, and various interactive activities add to the excitement, making the festival both entertaining and educational.

If you have not read our full 2026 Festival of Fine Craft Exhibitor Information packet, click the link here to download. WheatonArts recommends that each applicant read the information packet in its entirety before filling out the application.

WheatonArts | 1501 Glasstown Rd, Millville, NJ 08332 wheatonarts.org | 856-825-6800

Contact information:Lori Johns, Event Coordinator ljohns@wheatonarts.org, 856-825-6800, x104

*NOTE: If you are a returning Festival of Fine Craft Demonstrating Artist, or are applying to demonstrate at the Festival, your total booth fee may change upon acceptance.

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Festival of Fine Craft Application

Applicant's Contact Information

First Name

Primary Contact Only

Last Name

Preferred Phone Type

MobileHome

Preferred Phone

Alternate Phone Type

MobileHome

Alternate Phone

Email Address

Preferred Email Type

Note: Each exhibitor application must have a unique email address. Sharing an email address will overwrite applications previously submitted through this form.

Secondary Contact First Name

Secondary Contact Last Name

Would you like to add a secondary email address?

Yes, please add a secondary email address to my accountNo, the email listed above is both personal and business

Secondary Email Type

Secondary Email Address

Primary (Home) Street Address

Primary City

Primary State

Primary Zip

Applicant's Business Information

Business Details

Business or Studio Name

Would you like to add a secondary/business address?

YesNo

Secondary Street Address

Secondary State

Secondary City

Secondary Zip

Does your business/studio have the following? Check all that apply.

WebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitter

Business or Studio Website

Business or Studio Facebook

Business or Studio Instagram

Business or Studio Twitter Handle

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WheatonArts | 1501 Glasstown Rd, Millville, NJ 08332 wheatonarts.org | 856-825-6800

Contact information: Lori Johns, Event Coordinator ljohns@wheatonarts.org, 856-825-6800, x104

*NOTE: If you are a returning Festival of Fine Craft Demonstrating Artist, or are applying to demonstrate at the Festival, your total booth fee may change upon acceptance.

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About the Work

Applicants must categorize their work based on the primary medium (clay, fiber, glass, leather, metal, mixed medium, photography, or wood) or type (wearable, fine art, other, artisan food, jewelry, furniture). WheatonArts reserves the right to reclassify before the jury process or the show if the type of work pictured does not fit the category selected or is more appropriate in another category. NOTE: Any artist submitting jewelry for consideration must apply in the jewelry category. Jewelry images on applications in any other category will be removed. Accepted artists are not permitted to bring jewelry if they were accepted into any category other than jewelry.

Artists may apply in more than one medium, but may sell work only in the category or categories in which they have been accepted. The bodies of work displayed at the show must reflect the same as that submitted and approved by the jury.

By checking "Yes" below, I certify that I have read and understand the above statement. If you have questions about the above statement, please do not proceed with this application and call our show coordinator at 856.825.6800 ext. 104.

Yes

Medium or Category (Select one)

If "Other", Please Explain

All exhibiting "artisanal food" artists must comply with the NJ Board of Health standards for packaged goods. Each exhibitor must be able to show proof of inspection and approval. Foods must be properly stored, sealed, and labeled in order to be sold. Labels must include the name and address of the seller and/or processor, the name of the product, the ingredient list in descending order, and the net weight of the product. In addition, all accepted "artisanal food" exhibitors will be required to submit a "Risk 1 Mobile Application" to the Cumberland County Board of Health. Each application requires a $50.00 application fee (includes pre-inspection)*Any NJ state inspection approvals for retail sales only: inspection approval for any facilities used in the creation of the product for retail sales with tasting/sampling: the booth must have a hand wash sink setup with igloo with spout, soap, paper towels, warm water and catch basin. Gloves, utensils, barriers where needed and disposable utensils & dishware for tasting are required. Please bring a trash receptacle for any waste created by your tasting area. If the facility/business is already approved in Vineland, Salem, Burlington, Gloucester, Atlantic, or Camden counties, an amendment form is required in lieu of application. For questions about the "Risk 1" Mobile Application, please contact: Registered Environmental Health Specialist Cumberland County Health Department, 309 Buck Street, Millville, NJ 08332 Contact #: 856-327-7602, Fax #: 856-327-6275.

I have read and understand the above information.

Please provide a brief (one to two paragraph) biography about yourself, your work, and your process. If accepted, artist biographies will be published on your Festival of Fine Craft artist page. Please be sure to proofread your biography for grammar, punctuation, and structure prior to submitting.

WheatonArts requires each applicant to submit five (5) digital images to be uploaded with the application. Applicants should prepare four (4) images of their most recent work and one (1) image of their intended booth display. Image requirements are as follows:

All submitted images should be high resolution (minimum 300 dpi at 5 x 7 inches) and should be submitted in .jpeg or .jpg, or .tiff format. In order to upload images properly, the pixel count on the longest side of the image should be at least 2100 pixels.
Each file name should be titled with the Artist’s Last Name ONLY and numbered 1 through 5 to correspond with the entry form. Example: Smith1, Smith2, etc.
WheatonArts will not accept emailed or printed images for the jury.
Images must display an accurate representation of the object as it was originally photographed. Acceptable manipulations include the size of the file, lighting, color correction, background manipulation, and/or adjustments that do not affect the object itself.
Booth images should represent a current, previous, or intended display that includes either the object being submitted or the artist/exhibitor. Booth images should be clear and unmanipulated, except for file sizing and lighting, or color correction.
Professional photography of all objects is highly recommended. Acceptance into the Festival of Fine Craft is based largely on the quality of the work shown in your images. Quality images also allow for more marketing opportunities. WheatonArts suggests using a single color or a gradient grey background for all object images.
We encourage returning applicants to submit at least two images of new work. Marketing and promotional efforts focus on newer pieces.

WheatonArts maintains the right to use any submitted images for marketing purposes, including social media. For help with image quality and sizing, please click here.

Object Image 1

Object Image 1 Description

Object Image 2

Object Image 2 Description

Object Image 3

Object Image 3 Description

Object Image 4

Object Image 4 Description

Booth Image

Booth Image Location (If applicable)

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WheatonArts | 1501 Glasstown Rd, Millville, NJ 08332wheatonarts.org | 856-825-6800

Contact information: Lori Johns, Event Coordinator ljohns@wheatonarts.org, 856-825-6800, x104

*NOTE: If you are a returning Festival of Fine Craft Demonstrating Artist, or are applying to demonstrate at the Festival,

your total booth fee may change upon acceptance.

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Festival of Fine Craft Application

Booth Information

Exhibitors are responsible for having their booth displays visually-pleasing from all sides, inside and out. All unsightly packaging materials must be out of sight. Tables must be covered to the floor. No large signage may be displayed outside of your booth, and absolutely no merchandise or furniture may be placed or displayed outside of your booth perimeter nor in walking areas. All stock and crate storage must be stored out of sight and within or directly behind your booth space (outdoor booths only). Additional space for storage will not be made available to you.

I have read and understood the above information

3 Have you exhibited at the Festival of Fine Craft before? (Select one)

Yes, I am a returning artist from 2025Yes, I have exhibited in the past but not in 2025No, I am new to the Festival of Fine Craft

Upon acceptance, returning artists from the previous year will be offered their same booth location. Please select one option below.

If accepted, I would prefer my location from 2025If accepted, I will take any space available.If accepted, I would prefer another location (please note that this is not a guaranteed option).

Preferred location or booth number:

Please notify us of any health concerns or special needs that would affect booth placement. If none, please write "N/A".

Booth Options (Select one) *NOTE: Spaces with electric are available in limited supply. Booth preference must be indicated on the application and will be provided on a “first applied, first supplied” basis.

Outdoor Space 10' X 12' without electric: $400.00Outdoor Space 10' X 12' with electric: $440.00Indoor Event Center 10' X 10' electric included: $495.00Indoor Event Center Corner 10' X 10' electric included $520.00

Booth fees include the following:

Space rental
Booth sign
Exhibitor badge plus one assistant badge (additional badges can be purchased)
Artist listing in the print show directory and on the show website

Booth fees DO NOT include:

Decorative or display services or items such as tents, pipe, and drape, shelving, tables, linens, carpet, etc.
Crate removal or storage
Move-in or move-out assistance

WheatonArts welcomes artists willing to demonstrate their techniques during the Festival of Fine Craft. Please check below if you are interested in demonstrating your technique during the show. If accepted, your technique will be evaluated for demonstration purposes. Demonstrating artist slots are limited, and acceptance into the Festival does not guarantee a demonstration booth. You will be notified of your status as a "Traditional Exhibitor" or “Demonstrating Artist” on your acceptance letter. Demonstrating artists are offered a discounted booth rate for service during the Festival. For questions, please email our show coordinator, Lori Johns at ljohns@wheatonarts.org.

Yes, I am interested in demonstrating my technique during the Festival.No, I am interested in a retail booth only.I am a returning demonstrator and am looking forward to demonstrating again this year!

As a returning demonstrator, you are offered the same booth space and rates as the previous year. Please let us know if anything has changed. Your artist contract will reflect the discounted rate.

Nothing has changed. Please keep booth size, location, and rates the same.A few things have changed. Please see my updated needs below.

Please provide information about your demonstration (technique, needs, etc.) here:

Festival of Fine Craft Application Submission

If Application Submission

I understand that my application WILL NOT be submitted to the jury committee if my application is not submitted by Midnight EST on Wednesday April 29, 2026, and if my non refundable $25.00 application fee is not postmarked by Thursday, April 30, 2026. If you are accepted, your fee will be applied to your booth total. I will call with my Debit or Credit card before Thursday, April 30, 2026.

Please make checks and money orders payable to WheatonArts and mail to:

Attn: Festival of Fine Craft

WheatonArts

1501 Glasstown Rd.

Millville, NJ 08332

If you have not read our full 2026 Festival of Fine Craft Exhibitor Information packet, WheatonArts recommends that each applicant read the information packet in its entirety before applying. Click here to download the packet now.

I have read and understood the Festival of Fine Craft Exhibitor Information Packet.

Artist Information and Images

I certify that all information and images submitted in this application are my own and represent what I intend to display at the show. Any images I have submitted may be used for marketing purposes.

The WheatonArts Festival of Fine Craft Jury will meet mid-May to review all submitted applications. When reviewing applications, jurors consider images, their descriptions, and any information supplied in the application about the work itself. Accepted applicants will be sent an acceptance packet and will be assumed to be exhibiting unless the applicant notifies the show coordinator otherwise. A wait-list in each media is created based on applicants who meet the accepted criteria but were not chosen to exhibit. WheatonArts does not release individual juror comments and does not provide an explanation as to why a submission was or was not accepted. The show coordinator does not participate in the jury process and will not answer questions on the jury’s decision.

I have read and understand the above statement and agree to the terms stated.

Accepted vs. Wait-listed
WheatonArts will accept up to 150 artists into the Festival of Fine Craft. Applicants may be wait-listed if the accepted number of applications exceeds 150 or if the number of applicants in one category exceeds the number of exhibitors permitted in that category. Wait-listed applicants will be on stand-by up to the week prior to the show or until canceled by the applicant.

Deadlines & Dates

The deadline to apply to the Festival of Fine Craft is April 29, 2026, with a $25.00 non-refundable application fee postmarked by Thursday April 30, 2026.
Late applications will not be processed or sent to the jury. A post-jury application may open by invitation only if there is a need for additional exhibitors in a specific category and with no wait-listed applicants in that category.
Jury results will be mailed to applicants by early June 2026
Cancellations for accepted applications must be made by July 31, 2026, to receive a refund for your booth deposit
Final payment for accepted applicants will be due by August 31, 2026

Application Fees

WheatonArts currently requires a $25.00 non refundable fee to apply to the Festival of Fine Craft. All submissions must be accompanied by a check or money order in the amount of $25.00. If you wish to pay the application fee with a debit or credit card, please call Patti at 856-825-6800 x110.

Upon acceptance, your fee will be applied to your booth total, and you will receive a notification of your remaining balance.

No refund for non-acceptance.

Current Fee Totals*:

Total Amount Due Based on Booth Option:

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WheatonArts | 1501 Glasstown Rd, Millville, NJ 08332wheatonarts.org | 856-825-6800

Contact information: Lori Johns, Event Coordinator ljohns@wheatonarts.org, 856-825-6800, x 104

*NOTE: If you are a returning Festival of Fine Craft Demonstrating Artist, or are applying to demonstrate at the Festival,

your total booth fee may change upon acceptance.