Calling artists and fine crafters

BETHEL — The Mahoosuc Arts Council is accepting applications from fine artists and artisans for the 24th Annual Bethel Art Fair, Saturday, July 6, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (rain date July 7). Over $300 in show ribbons will be awarded in fine art, artisan craft and photography.

This 24th annual event is honoring artist Jo Baker, whose ethereal watercolor of a skier in a blizzard has been chosen as the poster art. The event will also feature the renowned ARTirondack Chairs on preview, the premier of Habitat for the Arts, live entertainment and local foods.

A variety of artists and fine crafters are being sought whose artwork represents oil, watercolor, pastel, encaustic, pen and ink, charcoal, colored pencil, tempera, acrylic, glassblowing, wood carvings, jewelry and more.

There will be judged artist award cash ribbons in wall-hung, artisan and photography categories as well as limited purchase awards. Honorable mention ribbons will also be awarded. Booth spaces are limited in the idyllic setting on the historic Bethel Common. All work is required to be of original design and creation of the exhibitor.

Single booths are 10 x 10 feet in dimension and cost $80. Applications must be received by June 15 for inclusion in the Bethel Art Fair program.

Application is also open to food vendors. Food booths are 12x12 feet and cost $100, including electricity. Duplication of items is avoided. Food vendors must supply proof of insurance and are responsible for cleaning up trash on the grounds immediately surrounding the booth.

For more information, contact the Council Director Aranka Matolcsy at 890-6386 or email info@mahoosucarts.org. Artist/Artisan and Food vendor Application and guidelines are also available on the website, www.mahoosucarts.org.