Sunday Art Mart

Sunday Art Mart (SAM) is an opportunity for local, emerging artists and crafters to exhibit and sell work in a casual and friendly environment in the heart of downtown. SAM occurs in the heart of downtown on Sundays July 10 through August during the hours of Noon to 4:00pm.

Artist Application

About This Series

WHO

SAM is available to artists and crafters who are selling original works created by the applying artist. Multi-level sales and franchise sellers will not be considered for participation. Examples of acceptable handmade and original wares:

  • Painting
  • Ceramics
  • Digital Art
  • Drawing
  • Glass
  • Metal Works
  • Photography
  • Sculpture
  • Wood
  • Jewelry
  • Fiber arts

HOW

Space is limited to up to 20 booths per Sunday. Interested artists and artisans should complete the online form, and provide photos of the intended product. If approved you will receive an email with your approved date(s) and instructions. Applicants will be reviewed and approved on a first come first served basis.

We consider the following:

  • Quality of work.
  • Are there similar artists already participating?
  • Strength of reputation. Does your participation encourage other artists to participate? Do you have a following?

WHY

Downtown Spokane is tasked with creating an open and vibrant place in the downtown core. Art and the enjoyment of art is essential in showcasing creativity and diversity of community.

This event is designed to:

  • Create a positive image of Downtown Spokane, and enhance the community at large;
  • Support local artists and craftspeople; and
  • Expose adults and children to a wide array of fine art, hand-made crafts, and engaging art education opportunities.

CONSIDERATIONS

While selling of items is encouraged the primary goal of Art Mart is to showcase artists at work and build collaboration among local artists and crafters. It is preferred that whenever possible participants be creating throughout the event and engage with fellow exhibiters and visitors.

Downtown Spokane cannot guarantee attendance or sales.

All artists are required to submit a deposit of $25 (per artist) to reserve space. Deposits will be refunded following the completion of the Art Mart in September. Vendors who fail to appear on any of their selected dates without 48-hour notice will forfeit their deposit.

Limited power is available on site. Please note any power needs in your application.

TERMS

  • The location of SAM is a public space open to the entire community. Downtown Spokane reserves the right to remove an artist displaying items which may be sensitive in nature and not appropriate for younger audiences.
  • Downtown Spokane will provide a 10’ x 10’ space, and promotion. Participating artists must bring their own tables, easels or displays.
  • A limited number of 10 x 10 tents are available to reserve for a $15 fee.
  • Participants must come prepared with a reasonable number of items to be made available for sale OR the intention of creating on demand.
  • Each artist is responsible for their own sales and should come prepared with a mobile point of sale processor or appropriate cash change.
  • Those who live and work in Washington State who gross over $12,000 a year from art-making activities or generate income from the retail sale of their art must obtain a business license from the state. If you are selling art as a business, you must have a business license through the City of Spokane. Exhibitors falling into either of these categories must provide Downtown Spokane with business license numbers.
  • Set-up should be complete by 11:30am and tear down should not happen before 4:00pm.
  • Downtown Spokane will not be responsible for any damage or loss of Art Work or property.
  • Artists are expected to stay with their booth during the duration of the event. Downtown Spokane will have staff on hand to watch your booth for a duration not to exceed fifteen minutes.
  • Exhibitors are responsible for their own parking.
  • Communication regarding any cancellation should occur by noon the preceding Friday (12:00pm). Late cancellations and no-shows without reasonable cause will forfeit their $25 deposit and may be banned from future participation in the Sunday Art Mart.

By completing the artist application you acknowledge that you have read and will comply with the terms listed above and with the Downtown Spokane Partnership waiver of liability.

If you have any questions please call Downtown Spokane at 509.456.0580 X-102 or email lizh@downtownspokane.org.

 

Coming Up

Past Events

  • Saturday, Mar 25 / 10:00am

    33 Artists Market at the Wonder Building

    33 Artists Market was founded by Gwyn Pevonka, a local Spokane Artist, in November 2022. Pevonka moved to Spokane in the summer of 2021 and saw a need for more opportunities to share her own work and desired to engage the artist community of Spokane.

    “I have always had a passion for the arts and bringing people together and wanted to create my own art market! With over 10 years of experience as a vendor at many markets/festivals/fairs/shows, I believed it was time to start my own. Taking the things I’ve loved from each market and the things I’ve learned over the years to bring this DREAM to a REALITY” -Gwyn Pevonka

    This market celebrates artists of Spokane by providing a market for both professional artists and emerging artists to sell their beautiful, handcrafted work to the people of Spokane.

    The 33 Artists Market will be March 25th 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. inside The Wonder Building in Downtown Spokane.

    This event is free to the public and a family-friendly event. Come out and support your local artists!

  • Wednesday, Apr 5 / 12:00pm

    ICCU Spring Market at Riverfront Park

    Join us for the ICCU Spring Market at Riverfront on 4/5 from 12 – 6 p.m. and shop more than 50 local vendors and enjoy activities for the whole family! Vendors will be located at the Rotary Fountain Plaza and Orange Howard Street Bridge.

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    Join the Camp Kesem team from Whitworth University for chalk art, sidewalk games and more at the Pavilion: 12 – 6 p.m.
    Enjoy pet fashion presented by Pawing Around Pet Boutique at the Rotary Fountain at 3 p.m.
    Check out local eats including Good ’Dilla, The Twisted Churro, Jerusalem Middle Eastern Cuisine, Surge Coffee, Tea’s Co., Kona Ice, Big Daddy Banh Mi’s, Island Style Food, Tre Palline Gelato Napolitano and more!

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