Exhibitor InformationScot Spencer2023-03-10T14:06:16+00:00
Learn more and apply to each section below
Section Applications & Deadlines
There are six sections of the art show, each responsible for its own exhibit space/exhibitors.
St. James Court Section
Application Fee: $40 / Deadline: 5/01/23
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Belgravia Court Section
Application Fee: $40 / Deadline: 5/01/23
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Fourth Street Section
Application Fee: $35 / Deadline: 5/01/23
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3rd Street Section
Application Fee: $35 / Deadline: 5/01/22
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1300 Association
Application Fee: $35 / Deadline: Open Until Full
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Additional Section Information
Click below to learn more about each section.
- St. James Court Section
- Belgravia Court Section
- Fourth Street Section
- 3rd Street Section
- 1300 Association
- West End Baptist Church Section
Each section is responsible for its own exhibit space/exhibitors, which total approximately 600 artists spread over four blocks. The art show is produced by a consortium of 5 neighborhood groups and a church. Each section uses a juried selection process in selecting artists to participate. You may apply to any or all of the sections (applications are not shared between groups); however, participation is limited to one section. Once invited and a booth fee payment is made, the artist is then with that section for the current show year. Booth fees will not be refunded in this case.
A total of $10,000 in awards is presented by the jurors to be awarded to artists where excellence is determined.
Consistently ranked as one of the top Fine Art and Contemporary Craft Shows in the country, the St. James Court Art Show attracts 250,000 visitors annually from all across the nation who come to purchase unique handcrafted items directly from the hands that crafted them. Held annually on the first full weekend of October, the St. James Court Art Show has been running continuously since 1957.
We take great pride in the focus and importance we place on our participating artists. The St. James Court Art Show exists to connect our artists with art enthusiasts. Our team works hard year-round to ensure that the show remains to the level of expectations that our artists and guests deserve.
St. James Court Art Show works with the marketing agency, Cambium Marketing, to manage and direct all marketing efforts for the art show. Our media coverage reaches national regional and local outlets. Regional coverage includes Louisville Public Media, Extol Magazine, CityBeat-CiNWeekly, TOPS Lexington, Courier-Journal, LEO Weekly, Voice-Tribune, Louisville Magazine, StyleBlueprint, as well as all local NBC, CBS, and ABC affiliated televisions stations.
The show has also been recognized for many awards throughout the years, including:
2020
Second Place, 200 Best Fine Art & Design Shows – Sunshine Artist Magazine
Second Place, Best Arts & Crafts Fair – KY Living Magazine
Fine Art Event of the Year – USA – LUX Life Magazine
2019
Mark Bird’s Print voted “Best Original Artwork” in the Sunshine Artist Magazine Poster Contest
First Place, 200 Best Fine Art & Design Shows – Sunshine Artist Magazine
Named one of “America’s Best Art Fairs” as chosen by the readers of ArtFairCalendar.com
2018
Twelfth Place, 200 Best Fine Art & Design Shows – Sunshine Artist Magazine
Exhibitor Parking Information
Exhibitor Parking Map SJCAS
All Parking Maps and Information are updated to the best of our knowledge, please confirm with each location on updated pricing/availability.
Please note that paid parking lots at area schools, churches and valet parking are fundraisers for these organizations. Patronizing them is much appreciated.
Choose to Pay to Park and help raise money for these organizations:
- Cochran Elementary School: 500 W Gaulbert
- DuPont Manual High School: 120 W. Lee St.
- Noe Middle School: 121 W Lee St.
- Youth Performing Arts School (YPAS): 1517 S 2nd St.
Handicapped Parking
Handicapped Parking is available on the East Side of 6th (along Central Park) at 6th & Magnolia Ave. and the north lane of Hill between St. James Court and 3rd Streets.
Rules of Participation
The following information applies to ALL sections of the St. James Court Art Show. Please read it carefully before submitting an application. If you are unable to meet our criteria, please do not apply. We reserve the right to accept or reject any new or returning exhibitor for reasons not specifically listed below.
- All work MUST be original and of exhibitor’s own crafting; NO buy/resell; commercial or imported items, items made from kits or green-ware, or mass-produced items will be accepted. Any person exhibiting arts/crafts that have any resemblance to such items are subject to immediate dismissal from the show.
- Prints and mechanical offset reproductions (e.g., calendars, note cards, stationery) are allowed, but intent to display them must be clearly stated on the application. Prints must be properly signed and numbered, and prints/reproductions may not comprise more than 25% of the display. (This restriction is not applicable to artwork produced via traditional printmaking techniques (e.g., serigraphy, etching, lithography, etc.).
- Musical recordings may not be sold.
- No food products may be sold by exhibitors.
- Booth structure and displays must not exceed limits of assigned space.
- The Artist MUST be present and have their booth open for business during all hours of the 3-day event. Any artist that leaves during the show will not be invited back.
- Partners listed on application are not allowed to be here in place of artist of record. Agents for artists, including dealers, frame shops and galleries are not allowed.
- Exhibitors will cause no noise which can be heard beyond the perimeters of their own exhibitor space without previous written permission from the association in which they exhibit. If permission is granted, additional permission must be requested from the neighboring association if its boundaries are within 50 feet. This noise includes but is not limited to music (recorded or live demonstrations) or motivational tapes. Hawking of items is prohibited.
- Exhibitors may not share booth space unless they have submitted a joint application and have been accepted as such, nor may they sublet or apportion space to anyone else.
- Participation in more than one section of the show is prohibited. Once you pay a booth fee to one section you may not accept an invitation from another section
- Photo I.D. required at check-in. The juried artist must be present to gain entry to set-up.
- Street jurors will circulate at random during the show to ensure that all work shown is in compliance with these guidelines.
- Artists may only exhibit work in the category in which they applied. Additionally, artists may not bring work that was not presented to the jury. Artist’s items that are misrepresentations of works presented at time of application are subject to immediate removal from the show.
- SJCAS reserves the right to photograph and record video during the art show to be used for marketing purposes. As a participating artist, you are agreeing to the release of your photograph or likeness. If you do not want to appear in SJCAS marketing images or videos, please inform the director of your section in writing via email.
- Any exhibitor released from one section of the show for infraction of participation rules is subject to exclusion from all sections of the show.
- All sections of The St. James Court Art Show are juried annually and reserve the right to accept or reject any new or returning exhibitor.
- One application per artist/medium.
- Business partners or spouses working in different media must apply separately; those working as partners to create the same body of work and occupy the same booth space may submit one application.
- Single artists may apply for two spaces either to display work in two separate media or to display one medium in a double space. The number of double spaces is limited and there is no guarantee regarding their availability.
- Artists applying in two different medium categories must submit a separate application for each. Artists may not apply in more than one category with the same body of work.
- All work is exhibited at the artist’s own risk. It is required that each exhibitor obtain general liability insurance, as the shows’ insurance DOES NOT extend coverage for exhibit damage, bodily injury or theft.
- Artists are to provide their own WHITE 10 x10 display tent, racks and/or tables in order to display their work in an outdoor environment. Tent structures are to be of professional-grade and are to be properly weighted with at least 50 pounds on each tent leg.Booth structure and displays must not exceed limits of assigned space. The average space allotment is 12’ x 12’, but this varies since it is an outdoor show where natural and man-made obstructions can limit or increase its size. The average booth space allotment is 10’ by 10’, but this varies since it is an outdoor show where natural and man-made obstructions can limit or increase its size. The show is held in a residential neighborhood; booth spaces throughout the show are located on concrete, asphalt and grassy, tree-laden areas, with some even straddling curbs, walkways and driveways. Check with the individual section contact regarding specific site information.
- Artists can be held liable if they or any of their property cause damage.
- Exhibitors must abide by, and displays must be in accordance with, local fire regulations.
- The Art Show is a pet-free event except for documented service animals.
- The city-required Personal Conveyance Permit is included in your booth fee, provided in your packet, and must be displayed at all times.
- In the event that the artist utilizes any SJCAS staff member or volunteer for booth relief, it is understood that SJCAS shall not be held responsible for any theft, loss or damage to the artist’s work, booth or goods. It is also understood that staff or volunteers shall not handle any sales or cash transactions or be asked to offer their services for more than 15 minutes at any one time.
- Unprofessional conduct, failure to abide by the Rules of Participation or General Policies or abuse of volunteers is cause for immediate dismissal at the discretion of the Art Show Section Director.
Jury Process
Each section of The St. James Court Art Show uses a juried selection process in selecting artists to participate. Jurors are made up of non-exhibiting professional artists. These individuals are all from the Kentucky/Indiana region and are connected with art either through their profession or as community partners. For more information on the jury process for specific sections, please refer to the section information pages.
Sales Tax
Kentucky law requires collection of a 6% sales tax on all sales made during the Art Show. Artists will receive a KY sales tax form in their packet at the show. It is not necessary for you to obtain a Kentucky tax I.D. number. The Kentucky Revenue Cabinet will provide documents which will be given to you at the show.
Security
Security is provided during the art show hours of operation as well as after hours, covering a 24 hour period. St. James Court is an urban residential area, so reasonable precautions should be taken to ensure the safety of exhibitors and their property. All work is exhibited at the artists’ own risk. It is required that each exhibitor obtain general liability insurance, as the shows’ insurance does NOT extend coverage for exhibit damage or bodily injury.
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