About This Call
The 39th edition of the Las Olas Art Fair takes place on Las Olas Boulevard (SE 6th Ave to SE 11th Ave) in Fort Lauderdale. This juried art fair is open to artists working in clay, digital, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking/drawing, sculpture, wood, and resin. The show runs Saturday and Sunday, 10am-5pm, with setup on Saturday morning. Public admission is free with no gate fee. Parking is available near the show site, and overnight security will be onsite.
Applications are juried in order of date received; applicants are encouraged to apply early as the show and categories may reach maximum capacity. Allow 2 to 4 weeks for application processing. Booth spaces are 10x10 (10x20 double booths are limited and require double booth image submission and approval). Upon invitation, a $50 deposit may be made if the event is more than 30 days away; the balance must be paid no later than 30 days prior to the event or a $50 late fee applies. If applying within 30 days of the show, a $50 late fee is charged. All booth fee payments are made directly to Howard Alan Events, not through Zapp.
Requirements to Apply
- 3 images of work
- 1 image of 10x10 outdoor display with white canopy tent. INDOOR displays WILL NOT be accepted.
- Biography or website of yourself and work
- Jury Fee (Non-refundable Application Fee): $35.00
Exhibitor Standards
- Artwork must be original, handcrafted, and directly created and showcased by the approved individual artist or through a collaboration between two artists.
- The participation of teams or companies is prohibited.
- The artist whose work has been accepted is required to be present throughout the event to engage with patrons.
- Subletting or sharing of space is prohibited.
- The use of kits, imported goods, or mass-produced items is strictly prohibited.
- One medium only per booth is permitted; any medium not approved during the application process that appears in your booth at an event will be removed.
AI Usage Policy for Exhibiting Artists & Craft Artisans
The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the creative process is permitted for inspiration and idea development only. Any use of AI must be disclosed as part of the application process. Artwork submitted for exhibition must be the original, handcrafted creation of the artist. Works generated mainly by AI are not eligible for participation. For digital art submissions, applicants may be required to provide additional proof of creation.
Jury Information
- This competitive show is limited to the number of exhibitors we can accept, chosen by a jury of highly qualified, talented, experienced artists.
- All participants in the show will be chosen by this jury, which meets weekly.
- Average number of applications submitted each year: 200
- Average number of artists selected from the jury to participate in the event: 120
Booth Information and Fees
Show Fee: Single Booth (10' x 10') $610.00. Double Booth (10' x 20', limited and must be approved) $1,220.00. All tents MUST be white. Draped tables are prohibited at art festivals.
Refund and Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be made in writing (preferably emailed) at least 60 days prior to the show to receive a show credit, good for 2 years toward another invitation. Application fees are non-refundable. If cancelled within 60 days of the show, the exhibitor is liable for the balance and will not receive a credit.