Emerging Makers Tent
EMERGING MAKERS TENT
Fall Fair Dates: May 2, 3 & 4, 2025
FRI 10AM-6PM | SAT 10AM-6PM | SUN 10AM-5PM
Artist Set-up Date: May 1, 2025
The Emerging Makers Tent occurs every Tennessee Craft fair as an exclusive opportunity for member artists interested in taking their craft business to the next level. In the Emerging Makers Tent, groups of artists from each chapter work together in a supportive environment to gain practical experience selling their artwork. This experience is designed to help emerging makers take the next step toward exhibiting as independent artists on the main tent circle at Tennessee Craft fairs.
Emerging makers may be artists of any age or background who are:
- beginning their craft career,
- working in a new medium, or
- exhibiting at a Tennessee Craft Fair for the first time.
Applications
Mentor Applications are open until February 15!
APPLY HERE
Emerging Maker Applications are open until March 12!
APPLY HERE
Emerging Maker Tent artist experiences:
“…I had a really great response towards my work and have had some opportunities open up because of it!”
“…I learned a ton about how people receive my work, what works, what customers lean towards.”
“…confidence and knowledge of the craft fair “hustle.” Confidence to continue and valuable advice from other emerging and established artists at the fair.”
“…there is a wonderful and supportive community.”
“…helpful and encouraging. I am ready to exhibit in my own booth at the next Tennessee Craft Fair.”
Before applying:
- Review the Emerging Makers Tent Overview (includes fair rules and eligibility requirements).
- Join or renew your membership with Tennessee Craft if you haven’t already. Only current members are eligible to exhibit in the Emerging Makers Tent.
- Contact your chapter or the Tennessee Craft Membership Department to connect with local craft fair veterans or previous fairs’ emerging makers.
- If you have further questions regarding the Emerging Makers Tent, please contact our Membership Director
