Arts
36th ANNUAL HOMOSASSA ARTS, CRAFTS & SEAFOOD FESTIVAL is 
sponsored by the Homosassa Civic Club. This event is held on Mason Creek Road in the historic district of Old Homosassa. Homosassa is home to many commercial fishermen, and with its spring-fed river, has been a nationally known sport fishing and recreation area since the mid-1800s. This 36th annual festival will draw Arts and Crafts buyers and enthusiasts from Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Ocala, Gainesville and the surrounding communities as well as out-of-state buyers. Last year’s attendance was approximately 39,000 people.
• Best of Show $1,500
• First Place Awards Division I-V $500 each
• Second Place Awards Division I-V $300 each
• Third Place Awards Division I-V $100 each
• Division I Watercolor, Oil, Acrylic, Pastel
• Division II Graphics, Drawing, Photography, Mixed Media
• Division III Wood, Metal & Metal Sculpture
• Division IV Glass, Pottery & Clay Sculpture
• Division V Jewelry, Wearable Art, Fibre
Exhibitors must exhibit both days to be eligible for awards and to participate in future festivals.
November 13 & 14, 2010
Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Deadline for Entry: Until full
Notifications: A.S.A.P.
This show consists of two sections: the JUDGED and NON-JUDGED as outlined below.
Location: Center of Old Homosassa
Awards: Eligible for cash awards
Eligibility: Only original works of the artist done since 2000 may be exhibited. All paintings should be appropriately framed or mounted. Watercolors, drawings, photography and graphics not framed may be displayed in portfolio. Fine quality lithographs and prints of the artist are permissible. Unacceptable to show: paintings on velvet, mass-produced works, shell craft, driftwood, crocheting, knitting, candles, manufactured leather or jewelry, craft kits, millinery, art supplies, decoupage, coin or fork jewelry, tee shirts of any kind.
Location: Center of Old Homosassa
Eligibility: Only Original Works of the Crafter may be exhibited. All paintings should be appropriately framed or mounted. Watercolors, drawings, photography and graphics not framed may be displayed in portfolio. Fine quality lithographs and prints of the crafter are permissible. Non-judged section will accept creative crafts including handcrafts, wood, folk art, leather, candles, shell craft, driftwood, crocheting and knitting.
1. FEES: Each application must be accompanied by TWO separate cashier checks or money orders.
• NO PERSONAL CHECKS.
• JUDGED ENTRY FEES: $5.00 NON-REFUNDABLE processing fee and $145.00 entry fee.
• NON-JUDGED ENTRY FEES: $5.00 NON-REFUNDABLE processing fee and $100.00 entry fee.
• Fees must be paid with two separate cashier checks or money orders payable to: Homosassa Civic Club. The entry fee payment will be returned to artist NOT selected to exhibit.
• PLEASE MARK OUTSIDE OF ENVELOPE “JUDGED” OR “NON-JUDGED.”
2. PICTURES: Three pictures of work, plus one of display. Photographs submitted should be representative of the work you intend to display. Photos of accepted artists and craftsmen will be used for recheck purposes to determine that the photos are representative of the artist’s work. Print name clearly on photos, indicating top.
3. RETURN ENVELOPE: Enclose a self-addressed 4”x 9” standard business envelope, with adequate postage.
4. If not accepted to judged section, please note if you will accept a non-judged space.
** NOTICE: NO RV PARKING AVAILABLE.
Utility trailer size MUST be stated.
1. Only artists and craftsmen displaying their own work may participate. No stand-ins, dealers, agents or wholesalers. Artists must be with their display during judging.
2. No spaces will be shared! A two-person team producing one item qualifies as a exhibitor. SPACES are approximately 12’x12’. Participants must stay within their allotted space and are responsible for keeping their exhibit area clean. Spaces may be road berm and are not level. Come prepared.
3. All artists shall display the 8 ½” x11” card provided by the committee for your name, hometown, and area for the judges' seal in the upper right-hand corner of canopy.
4. The show does not provide tables, canopies or electricity. Generators are not allowed.
CANOPIES ARE REQUIRED.
5. NO PETS IN SHOW ALLOWED.
6. Security will be provided.
7. Exhibitors must collect and report Florida Sales Tax 6%.
8. Day parking will be provided for artists and craftsmen with permit provided in packet. One (1) car per booth.
9. Signed application is a commitment to show for two (2) days and NO REFUNDS will be made for cancellation.
10. Show will NOT be cancelled due to weather.
11. No break down before 4:30 p.m Strictly enforced.
12. No cars in festival area before 5:00 p.m.
Contact Elaine Burr, Art Chairman
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