Amdur Productions Announces “Call for Artists” for 2021 Art Fests

Art festival production company, Amdur Productions, announces its annual call for artists for its 2021 art festival season. Amdur Productions is known for producing many of the Midwest’s most respected and popular juried art festivals and encourages artists to apply online for its 2021 Art Festival season, comprising 21 individual art festivals. Shows run weekly from May through September and give artists the chance to show and sell their work directly to the public.

Covid protocols were created and used in 2020 and can be implemented going forward if needed. During the summer of 2020, Amdur Productions created special Art Walks adhering to strict COVID-19 protocols, allowing for the safest events possible. Required face coverings for all, advance guest reservations, temperature checks at the entrance, unidirectional walking for guests, increased booth spacing, and hand sanitizer stations were just a few of the requirements. Amdur Productions successfully and safely produced seven of these Art Walks, which provided desperately needed income for many artists.

Amdur Productions hopes that science and technology come together to bring more normalcy to summer of 2021 for all. While they are planning a return to a standard season of festivals, they are ready, willing and able to transition to modified layouts and events as they did in 2020. In the event that a festival must be cancelled, postponed or need a date change, they will refund paid booth fees, less a $10 handling fee per show, if requested by the artist.

In addition to its traditional “Call for Artists” from coast to coast, Amdur Productions will roll out an Emerging Artist Program in 2021. This program is designed for artists who are brand new to outdoor art festivals and also for those who have been in fewer than three outdoor art shows. With this new division, Amdur aims to both mentor and encourage new artists as they grow their businesses at outdoor art festivals so that they can succeed as a new generation of independent artists, selling directly to the public. In this new program, artists pay only a portion of a typical booth fee and that fee also includes a rental tent and additional support.

“Over the years, outdoor art festivals have launched the careers of many incredibly successful artists, some of whom have become international brands,” said Amy Amdur, President of the Highland Park based Amdur Productions. “Providing a platform to help incubate new talent and guide artists as they learn the business side of art is a real passion for me and my team. We are delighted to launch this new Emerging Artist Program and look forward to introducing festival attendees to the fresh work of these new artists.”

Amdur Productions’ most popular art festivals include Chicago’s award-winning Gold Coast Art Fair, Chicago’s Millennium Art Festival (award winner), Highland Park, Illinois’ Port Clinton Art Festival (award winner), and Milwaukee’s Third Ward Art Festival (award winner). Many of the shows feature artist demonstrations, live music, food/drinks, and fun activities for kids, appealing to an even wider audience. This year’s festival lineup includes 21 shows in the Chicagoland area, as well as four in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area.

Artists may apply to participate in any or all of Amdur Productions art festivals by visiting the website at www.amdurproductions.com. Artists can choose to apply in the following categories, but not limited to: glass, wood, ceramics, mixed medium, painting, photography, jewelry, fashion, paper, metal, and leather. Additionally, artists applying to multiple festivals can use the Amdur Productions “Pro Pass” to save on application fees. All applications must be received by midnight on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 to be considered for Amdur Productions 2021, art festival season. After jury review, artists will be notified of their acceptance status online on Friday, January 15, 2021.

To apply to festivals, artists submit four images of their art, and one of their intended show setup. Images are uploaded online. Additional information on applying is at the www.amdurproductions.com web site.

For a full listing of the Festivals, please go to www.Amdurproductions.com or see below.

About Amdur Productions

For more than 35 years, the Highland Park, Illinois-based Amdur Productions, a nationally acclaimed arts festival production company, has organized and directed many of the country’s most prestigious juried art festivals. Shows produced by Amdur include many in the Chicago area, such as the Gold Coast Art Fair, the Port Clinton Art Festival, Millennium Art Festival, Artfest Michigan Avenue, Chicago Botanic Garden Art Festival, and in Milwaukee, the Third Ward Art Festival. Many Amdur Productions’ events are rated in Sunshine Artist Magazine’s “Top 100 Best Fine Art & Design Shows” and Art Fair Calendar’s “Best Art Fairs.”

2021 Amdur Productions Art Festival Schedule

Spring BAYSHORE Art & Artisan Fair: Glendale, Wisconsin

May 15 - May 16, 2021

Jury Fee: $15 Space Fee: $260 | Saturday 10am-5pm & Sunday 11am-5pm

Amdur Productions in collaboration with BAYSHORE is proud to announce the Spring BAYSHORE Art and Artisan Fair! This festival will take place right in the heart of BAYSHORE in Glendale, Wisconsin. Glendale is a great community just north of Milwaukee. BAYSHORE is an open-air, mixed-use shopping center featuring a variety of retail shops, restaurants, offices, and multi-family residential units. BAYSHORE boasts a dynamic atmosphere, plenty of free parking, and a unique shopping experience. Artists, Artisans, and Makers are encouraged to apply to this 2 day fair! Medias of all types are welcome to apply, from art to food, clothing to lotions, stationary to furniture, and candles to home decor. With Amdur Productions behind the curation, production, and marketing for the show, it all adds up to being a great event this spring you won’t want to miss!

Northbrook Art in the Park: Northbrook, Illinois

May 22 - May 23, 2021

Jury Fee: $25 Space Fee: $425 | Saturday & Sunday, 10am -5pm

This juried art festival is held in beautiful Village Green Park in the heart of Northbrook, Illinois; a suburb of Chicago. Northbrook is an exciting community composed of vibrant office buildings and luxurious residential areas. Residents are highly educated with 68% having college and graduate degrees and are strong lovers of arts. 60% of households have incomes to $100,000+ and 30% of households have incomes of $200,000+. This show is in a beautiful setting under huge big branched oak trees. Artists are set up along a paved walk with most booths on grass. Artist parking is free and close.

Barrington Art Festival: Barrington, Illinois

May 29 - May 30, 2021

Jury Fee: $25 Space Fee: $440 | Saturday & Sunday, 10am -5pm

The 12th annual Barrington Art Festival is held on Memorial Day weekend and the community flocks to this festival, while enjoying the village’s intimate cafes, boutiques and popular restaurants. Known for its grand mansions and horse farms, the affluent and vibrant Chicago suburb of Barrington boasts a wealthy population with a deep appreciation and buying history of art. During this festival, artists will have the opportunity to interact with the public through art demos and booth chats.

Lincolnshire Art Festival: Lincolnshire, Illinois

June 5 - June 6, 2021

Jury Fee $25 Space Fee: $410 | Saturday & Sunday, 10am -5pm

Located in one of Chicago’s most prosperous suburbs, the 24th Annual Lincolnshire Art Festival draws thousands of art lovers annually. The festival is set up around a central plaza with a beautiful fountain and sitting area. 29% of the population have incomes over $200,000 and over 45% of residents have a master’s degree or higher. Located about 34 miles north of Chicago, Lincolnshire is surrounded by the affluent suburbs of Riverwoods, Bannockburn and Lake Forest. A highly educated community, Lincolnshire has one of the fastest growing townships in the country. Quill, AON Hewitt, and many other corporate headquarters are located in Lincolnshire.

Wheaton Art Walk: Wheaton, Illinois

June 12 - June 13, 2021

Jury Fee $25 Space Fee: $355 | Saturday & Sunday, 10am -5pm

Amdur Productions is excited to host the Wheaton Art Walk, a new event in the western suburb of Wheaton! Wheaton, a community of about 54,000 residents 30 miles from Chicago, has a busy downtown filled with active businesses and restaurants. More than ½ of the population earns $100,000 plus, with 28% earning over $150,000. Wheaton will be alive with art as the Frida Kahlo exhibit is in residence this summer at the College of Dupage, with crowds of more than 180,000 expected. The festival will take place in downtown Wheaton. Strong community support and a well-organized event will make this show easy and fun to do!

Promenade of Art: Arlington Heights, Illinois

June 19 – June 20, 2021

Jury Fee $25 Juryee: $440 | Saturday & Sunday, 10am -5pm

Celebrating its 17th year, the Promenade of Art Arlington Heights is a longstanding tradition for residents of this prosperous western Chicago suburb of 76,000 residents and nearby communities. The festival takes place on the lively downtown streets amid upscale high-rise apartments, boutiques, cafes, theaters and popular restaurants. Arlington Heights is the 12th largest municipality in Illinois and is a unique blend of old and new.

Art of all media has sold well here. Many artists have been “found” by those looking for large art installations for businesses and have gone on to create special commissions for these clients.

Deer Park Art Show: Deer Park, Illinois

June 26 - June 27, 2021

Jury Fee $25 Space Fee: $410 | Saturday: 10am-5pm, Sunday: 11am-5pm

The 5th Annual Deer Park Art Show is an outdoor event at the elegant Deer Park Town Center. This show takes place 37 miles north and west of Chicago. Deer Park is a beautiful upscale lifestyle center and home to many of the country’s best stores and restaurants. This wealthy, highly educated community annually ranks as a top community in the United States making #6 on the list of “Top 100 cities with biggest houses” and # 79 on the list of “Top median incomes” in the United States.

Valparaiso Art Festival: Valparaiso, Indiana

June 26 - June 27, 2021

Jury Fee $25 Space Fee: $355 | Saturday & Sunday, 10am-5pm

Amdur Productions proudly announces the 2nd Annual Valparaiso Art Festival! The festival will take place in the downtown area along vibrant streets full of charming cafes, restaurants and shops. Valparaiso is located about an hour south of Chicago and about 40 minutes from Michigan City. Valparaiso has a population of over 33,000. This festival is supported by the City of Valparaiso and Valparaiso Events to ensure the entire community comes out to support the event.

Chicago Botanic Garden Art Festival: Glencoe, Illinois

July 2 - July 4, 2021

Jury Fee $40, Space Fee: $695 | Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 10am-5pm

The magnificent Chicago Botanic Garden sets the stage for this exclusively botanic-themed art festival. Located 30 minutes north of Chicago, the festival showcases the work of 100 unique artists in a pristine setting overlooking a lake, spectacular gardens and 385 acres of nature’s majesty. Attendance to the Chicago Botanic Garden peaks during the festival weekend with crowds flocking from all over the Chicagoland area. With a membership base of 50,000, and an annual attendance of one million people, The Chicago Botanic Garden is one of the premier gardens in the United States and is an ideal location for an art festival.

Whitefish Bay Art Fest: Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin

July 10 - July 11, 2021

Jury Fee $25, Space Fee: $410 | Saturday & Sunday, 10am-5pm

Amdur Productions proudly returns to the streets of Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin for the 2nd Annual Whitefish Bay Art Fest! The Village of Whitefish Bay couldn’t be more excited for and supportive of this art festival. Whitefish Bay is an affluent village, just 8 miles north of Milwaukee. The festival will take place in the downtown area along a vibrant tree-lined street and nestled amongst popular cafés, boutiques, and salons.

Whitefish Bay is very similar to the North Shore of Chicago with its large homes, including many lakefront estates. The medium home price is among the top 4% of all Wisconsin. Whitefish Bay has a population of nearly 15,000 with almost 40% of that population earning incomes over $150,000 annually. With the support of the Village and the high incomes of the residents, this show is a great event!

Millennium Art Festival: Chicago, Illinois

July 16 - July 18, 2021

Jury Fee $35 Space Fee: $585 | Friday: 11am-6pm, Saturday: 10am-6pm, Sunday: 10am-5pm

***Rated 94 “Best Fine Art & Design Shows” by Sunshine Artist Magazine***

Located two blocks north of Chicago’s bustling Millennium Park, the Millennium Art Festival returns to downtown Chicago for its ninth year. More than 175,000 people visit the area daily for work or play at the Illinois Center Complex, Chicago Art Institute, Chicago Cultural Center, the famous Millennium Park, and the “Bean”. Chicagoans, convention attendees and tourists patronize and love this big city show. The neighborhood is home to the well-known and often recognized Harbor Point Tower, a high rise that sits as a beacon to Chicago’s outer drive. Newer residences such as 340-on-the-Park and Aqua are welcome additions to the neighborhood. Business headquarters, offices and consulates add to the vibrancy of the area.

Glencoe Festival of Art: Glencoe, Illinois

July 24 - July 25, 2021

Jury Fee $25 Space Fee: $455 | Saturday & Sunday, 10am-5pm

Held in cooperation with the Glencoe Chamber of Commerce, Amdur Productions proudly hosts the 13th annual Glencoe Festival of Art. The Glencoe Festival of Art takes place in the beautiful Village of Glencoe, an upscale, lakefront community on Chicago’s North Shore, just north of Chicago, which attracts a wealthy, highly educated crowd of art lovers annually. The median home value in Glencoe is more than $900,000. More than 44% of the households in Glencoe have incomes over $200,000 making this an extremely wealthy community. This festival is nestled amongst upscale retail shops, galleries, cafes and restaurants in charming downtown Glencoe.

Art at the Glen: Glenview, Illinois

July 31 - August 1, 2021

200 Artists | Jury Fee $35, Space Fee: $570 | Saturday & Sunday, 10am-5pm

Art at the Glen is held in the elegant Glen Town Center, a spectacular mixed use development which boasts incredible shopping and dining experiences for visitors and the residents of the newly built condominiums, rental apartments and lovely single family home neighborhoods. Magnificent architecture, beautiful tree-lined streets and wide walkways make The Glen Town Center a special place. Dozens of stores, cafes, restaurants and a 10 screen movie theater add to the mix. Parking is close, plentiful and easy for artists and visitors alike. The community is quite affluent with a median family income of $125,000. 12% earns more than $200,000.

Printer’s Row Art Fest: Chicago, Illinois

August 7 – August 8, 2021

Jury Fee $25, Jury Fee: $435 | Saturday & Sunday, 10am-5pm

With the incredible inaugural year in 2018, Amdur Productions is proud to announce the return of the 3rd Annual Printer’s Row Art Fest in Chicago! Be part of a new cool vibe art festival in Chicago’s up and coming South Loop, a vibrant, diverse and inclusive community. The South Loop is a mosaic of people, neighborhoods and cultures. Taking place alongside the famous Printer’s Row Park, this festival will be the place to be. The festival showcases the beauty, creativity and culture of the area. Trendy loft apartments and photo studios, upscale apartments and townhomes, on-trend restaurants and bars all make this area the urban destination of millennials, gen-exer’s and baby boomers.

Held on Dearborn Street, from Harrison Street to Polk Street, the South Loop Art Fest will be a showing and selling opportunity for artists and artisans. Art at all price points is invited at this fall fest. Painters, street artists, jewelers, “up-cycling artists”, artisans of all kinds, photographers, mixed media artists and more are invited to apply.

Evanston Art & Big Fork Festival: Downtown Evanston, Illinois

August 13 - August 15, 2021

Jury Fee $25 Space Fee: $455 | Friday: 12pm-7pm, Saturday: 10am-7pm, Sunday: 10am-5pm

The Evanston Art and Big Fork Festival is held on the closed streets of downtown Evanston, Illinois, a city of 80,000 people just north of Chicago and home to Northwestern University. On its own block and separate from the artists, many of Evanston’s great restaurants will serve up their wonderful food as festival goers listen to live music. Evanston supports its festivals with enthusiasm and purchasing power! Artists will have the opportunity to interact with the public through art demos and booth chats. Live music, great food and fun activities for kids make the festival a perfect experience for all.

Gold Coast Art Fair: Chicago, Illinois

August 21 - August 22, 2021

Jury Fee $35 Space Fee: $640 | Saturday & Sunday, 10am-6pm

***Rated Top 50 “Must Attend Art Festival” by Art Fair Calendar***

The “Granddaddy of American Art Festivals” returns to Chicago’s glorious Grant Park! Now celebrating its 63rd year, the award-winning Gold Coast Art Fair is the country’s 3rd oldest and by far one of the most well attended art festivals in all of Chicago. Located within walking distance of the Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park, The Bean, and Buckingham Fountain, the Gold Coast Art Fair draws hundreds of thousands of art enthusiasts from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and the entire Midwest! The Gold Coast Art Fair features 300 artists in a spectacular setting with both lake views and vistas backed by the Chicago skyline. Paved walks lead to every booth and every artist is on the main loop or at a festival entry. Food, beverage and music oases in each corner of the festival provide welcome respites for artists and visitors. A robust advertising program also brings in tourists who purchase art as a memory of their special time in Chicago.

Port Clinton Art Festival: Highland Park, Illinois

August 28 - August 29, 2021

Jury Fee $55 Space Fee: $795 | Saturday & Sunday, 10am-6pm

***Rated 18 “Best Fine Art & Design Shows” by Sunshine Artist Magazine***

***Rated Top 50 “Must Attend Art Festival” by Art Fair Calendar***

More than 100,000 art savvy, loyal attendees and buyers visit this high caliber festival which celebrates its 38th year this summer. Located in the affluent community of Highland Park, Illinois, the Port Clinton Art Festival is one of the most acclaimed art festivals in the country and is rated one of the top 20 art shows in the United States by Sunshine Artist Magazine and a top show by Art Fair Calendar. Highland Park is a lakefront community of 30,000 with more than 52% of the households having incomes of $100,000 or more. About 22% of the households have incomes of $200,000 plus. The best of the best is what art lovers come to see and buy at this festival. Running the same time as the art festival is the “Taste of Highland Park,” which brings even more people to this much anticipated show.

Third Ward Art Festival: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

September 4 - September 5, 2021

Jury Fee $30 Space Fee: $515 | Saturday & Sunday, 10am-5pm

***Rated 77 “Best Fine Art & Design Shows” by Sunshine Artist Magazine***

The 9th annual Third Ward Art Festival is held during Labor Day weekend. Milwaukee residents and art lovers throughout the Midwest show strong support for this festival, which has grown in numbers since the inaugural year in 2012. The Third Ward Art Festival is located just three blocks south of downtown Milwaukee, in the Historic Third Ward known as the Milwaukee’s Arts and Fashion District. This upscale area boasts the city’s most dynamic array of restaurants, spas, theaters, galleries and unique shopping – attracting visitors from near and far. Wide sidewalks are home to numerous outdoor cafes, which are well situated for patrons to view the art with the back to back layout down the street.

Oakbrook Art Festival: Oak Brook, Illinois

September 11 - September 12, 2021

Jury Fee $25 Space Fee: $465 | Saturday: 10am-6pm, Sunday: 11am-6pm

Oakbrook Center is a premier outdoor shopping center located in the affluent western suburbs of Chicago. The Center features more than 160 fine shops in more than 2,000,000 square feet of retail space that includes Anthropologie, Apple, Macy’s, Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom. All artists are located throughout the mall’s open air walkways among trees, flowers, plants, waterfalls and fountains. Oak Brook is a wealthy community with median home values of about $840,000 who attend and buy at this show. 30% of Oak Brook households have an income of over $200,000 and 54% of residents have a bachelor’s degree or higher. With a community of smart, wealthy and art-loving people, this is a great festival to show and sell your art.

Artfest Michigan Avenue: Chicago, Illinois

September 18 - September 19, 2021

Jury Fee $30, SpaceFee: $680

The Art Fest Michigan Avenue is a three-day fine art festival that takes place on Chicago’s famous Michigan Avenue at the base of the iconic Chicago Tribune building overlooking the Chicago River. Michigan Avenue, also nicknamed The Magnificent Mile, is an upscale section of Chicago’s North Michigan Avenue. The street is Chicago’s largest shopping district, occupied by high-end stores, boutiques, restaurants, luxury retailers, residential and commercial buildings, financial services companies, and hotels. Tourists, residents and area professionals pack the area daily. In the area, residents have an average household net worth of over $790,000 and 38% of the residents have graduate degrees or higher. More than 44,000 vehicles pass by this location every day. The combination of wealth, education, and lots of foot and vehicle traffic makes this location a great place to show and sell your art.

Fall BAYSHORE Art & Artisan Fair: Glendale, Wisconsin

September 25 - 26, 2021

Jury Fee: $15 Space Fee: $260 | Saturday 10am-5pm & Sunday 11am-5pm

Amdur Productions in collaboration with BAYSHORE is proud to announce the Fall BAYSHORE Art and Artisan Fair! This festival will take place right in the heart of BAYSHORE in Glendale, Wisconsin. Glendale is a great community just north of Milwaukee. BAYSHORE is an open-air, mixed-use shopping center featuring a variety of retail shops, restaurants, offices, and multi-family residential units. BAYSHORE boasts a dynamic atmosphere, plenty of free parking, and a unique shopping experience. Artists, Artisans, and Makers are encouraged to apply to this 2 day fair! Medias of all types are welcome to apply, from art to food, clothing to lotions, stationary to furniture, and candles to home decor. With Amdur Productions behind the curation, production, and marketing for the show, it all adds up to being a great event this fall you won’t want to miss.

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