BELFAST — Waterfall Arts is looking for a variety of unique artwork and gifts handcrafted with a professional aesthetic for the 2019 Handmade Show, a curated collection of high-quality handmade goods and artwork. ‘Handmade’ is a juried show and submissions will be reviewed by committee.

The deadline to apply is October 4.

Examples of desired work are original small works (2D and 3D), fiber work, ceramics, clothing, prints, gift cards, jewelry, small furniture and lighting, body products, food products, and other home goods for all ages. Most work should be priced under $100 though some exceptions apply.

Artists keep 60% of their sales. Artists who help staff the gallery or sign up to be a member of Waterfall Arts receive an additional 10% commission. The remaining percentage of sales goes toward future programming at Waterfall Arts.

This year’s Handmade Show will open on Friday, December 6, and run through Sunday, December 22. During these dates, the gallery will be open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Participating artists are also invited to a special members-only viewing on Thursday, December 5, from 5 to 7 p.m.

To apply, fill out this form and send three high resolution photos of your work to handmade@waterfallarts.org. Applications must be submitted by October 4. Upon selection, quantity and display details will be emailed to you. Selections will be confirmed by October 18.

All selected work must be delivered (in person or by mail) to Waterfall Arts on November 26 and 27, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Other exceptions for alternate delivery dates/times can be accommodated if arranged in advance. 

Waterfall Arts is located at 256 High Street in downtown Belfast. For more information, visit waterfallarts.org or call 207-338-2222. Exhibitions at Waterfall Arts are made possible by yearlong Lead Sponsors, Viking Lumber and Whitecap Builders. Additional support is provided by foundations such as the Onion Foundation, Morton Kelly Charitable Trust, and the Maine Arts Commission, an independent state agency supported by the National Endowment for the Arts.

Launched in 2000, Waterfall Arts is a community arts center that offers resources to students, professionals, and arts enthusiasts of all ages. Opportunities include classes, exhibitions, art events, performances, open community studios (clay, print, and darkroom photography), public art projects, and more.

For more information, visit waterfallarts.org or call 338-2222.