BETHEL – Mahoosuc Arts Council is accepting applications from artists and crafts people for the 26th Annual Bethel Art Fair, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. , Saturday, July 4. The rain date is July 7.

 

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

 

There will be judged artist award 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 12 by 12 feet in dimension and cost $90. 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 12×12 feet and cost $125, 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 207-824-3575 or email [email protected]. Artist/Artisan and Food vendor Application and guidelines are also available at www.mahoosucarts.org.