Artsville Fest - Annual Art Exhibition & Competition
Open call art exhibition and competition for all ages in Clarksville, TN. Features juried show with awards and Fan Favorite voting.
Artsville Fest is ArtLink's annual art festival in Clarksville, Tennessee, featuring an open call exhibition that welcomes artists of all ages and experience levels. The event includes a juried art show where submissions are evaluated by a committee based on creativity and technique. Winners receive certificates and awards at the gala event. The festival also features a Fan Favorite Award, where attendees vote for their preferred artwork through QR codes displayed with each entry. A portion of proceeds goes toward a cash prize for the winning artist. The event is designed to uplift and empower local creatives in the community, providing opportunities for artists to be seen and supported. The festival spans multiple days, beginning with a gala featuring live music, food trucks, vendors, and over 55 artists' work on display, followed by a full day of activities including live music, interactive art, chalk artists, vendors, and large-scale exhibits. The opportunity is completely open - as soon as artists enter, they are automatically included in the show, making it accessible to everyone from elementary school students to seasoned adult artists.
Submission Guidelines
Open artist call for all ages from elementary school to adults. All categories accepted. Automatic inclusion upon entry submission. Works evaluated on creativity and technique.
How to Apply
1. Step 1: Contact ArtLink or Maria Haycraft to inquire about submission process for next year's festival
2. Step 2: Prepare artwork focusing on creativity and technique as evaluation criteria
3. Step 3: Submit entry through ArtLink's open artist call when applications open
Application & Contact
Contact: Maria Haycraft, Event organizer and founder of ArtLink
Source: https://clarksvillenow.com/local/artsville-fest-returns-with-gala-speakeasy-live-music-art-awards-photos/