Art in Autumn Call for Artists

Another festival for all the great artists we have around here. Cross-posting welcomed:

3RD ANNUAL ART IN AUTUMN FESTIVAL CALL FOR ARTISTS; DEADLINE MAY 15, 2009

The Weaverville Business Association has put out a call for artists for the 3rd Annual Art in Autumn Juried Arts and Crafts Show, to be held Saturday, September 19, 2009, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., in downtown Weaverville, North Carolina.

Applications are being accepted from artists working in any of the following mediums: Basketry, Clay, Digital Art, Drawing, Fiber, Glass, Jewelry, Leather, Metal, Mixed Media, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture, and Wood. A $1000 cash prize will be awarded for Best in Show, with additional cash prizes for second place, third place, and honorable mentions.

Additional information and artist applications are available online at www.artinautumn.com.

Deadline to enter is May 15, 2009. The show can accommodate up to 100 artists.

For more information or to obtain a hard copy of the application, contact Sherrye Perry at (828) 273-7306 or e-mail artinautumn@visitweaverville.com.

Artist discussion and Artist Resource Center

When: Fri, March 20, 6pm – 8pm
Where: Firestorm Cafe @ 48 Commerce St
Description: You've come to Asheville because you've heard it's the
happening place for the Arts Scene - but how do you connect with other
artists and learn about festivals, events, and venues to sell your
art? What are the organizations & grants available to help artists
make their means and connect with other creative thinkers? And
looking deeper - how does the philosophy of art as a major artery in
the life-blood of Asheville allow us to utilize the potential of
creative design and innovation in coming era?
Learn about the discussions concerning the future development of the
Riverside Arts District & where there are affordable creative spaces
and studios in Asheville.