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ARTISTS: You are invited to apply—
2017
Art In The Pearl
Fine Arts and Crafts Festival
September 2, 3, & 4
The 21st Annual Art In The Pearl Fine Arts and Crafts Festival will be held Labor Day weekend.  It is located in one of the most beautiful areas in the Pearl District in Portland, Oregon.  The festival is rated one of the top ten art festivals in the country featuring the artwork of 130 artists.

Drawing an estimated 75,000 attendees, Art In The Pearl features exceptional visual artists, artist demonstrations, an interactive art area for children of all ages, a songwriters stage, and a variety of unique food.

Our  Emerging Artist Program provides artists in the early stage of their art career, an opportunity to gain experience marketing their work at one of our nation’s premier art festivals.

Art In The Pearl is developed and produced by a dedicated volunteer board committed to stewardship and reaching out to our community through art, education, and entertainment.

Please submit your application to join us for one of the best arts festivals in the country at www.Zapplication.org

Festival Dates: September 2,  3,  & 4,  2017
Early  Application Deadline:  February 15, 2017          Application Fee:  $35
Late Deadline:  February 28, 2017                               Application Fee:  $45
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Volunteers Needed

Volunteer opportunities during the Art In The Pearl Festival abound! We would love to have you come down and help us make our 19th show our best ever. And there are PERKS! You get a lovely t-shirt in the size of your choice, access to incredible artists and lots or excellent responsibilities. You can sign up now HERE.

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Oregon Art Beat Meet & Greet

Oregon Art Beat will be at Art In The Pearl, Portland’s annual fine arts and crafts community festival, on Labor Day weekend.

Oregon Art Beat will be leading an informational Q&A with featured artist Grayson Malone, show producers, and videographers. Attendees will learn what it is like to be featured on Oregon Art Beat, Grayson’s cast stone, concrete and metal mixed media sculptures, and what’s in store for the upcoming season of Oregon Art Beat.

Join Oregon Art Beat at the start of Art In The Pearl on Saturday, Aug. 30, at 10:30 a.m. at NW 8th Avenue in Portland—between Burnside and Glisan. RSVP here.

For more information:
o Art In The Pearl – http://www.artinthepearl.com/
o Grayson Malone – http://www.cowboy-zen.com/index.html
o Art Beat Segment on Art In The Pearl – http://watch.opb.org/video/2365251502/

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Rockin’ out in the Park!

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Every year the AIP line-up for the World Music Stage is richer and more wonderful, to the point that as many visitors come for the music as for the visual art.

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Music from Japan to Africa, Brazil to India, there’s a sound for everyone.  Returning this year is Al-Andalus, a world –renowned group creating an andalusian style that is a mix of music from the Middle East, North Africa and Europe.
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Also on stage will be Hank Araki who is a master of all things flute, Japanese and Celtic. Check the schedule and plan on enjoying the tunes!

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It’s all Kid’s Play!

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Newly named the Hands On Art Pavilion, four tents will feature activities for kids and kids at heart this year.  See great art and talk to the artists, but also MAKE some yourself!  Free that inner child (and the kid at your side who wants to mess with stuff)!  Here are some choices (or do it ALL!)

Print Arts Northwest
PAN offers a colorful printmaking experience with their popular fish printing program.
Saturday in the Arts Education booth

The Right Brain Initiative
The Right Brain’s button making program is a crowd pleaser enjoyed by people of all ages.
Sunday in A horoscope for leo woman thinks she is beautiful and often it?s really so. the Arts Education booth

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Oregon Potters Association
The enchanting clay chain program returns, led by talented OPA ceramic artists.
Monday in the Arts Education booth

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Multnomah Arts Center
Theatre and visual arts activities are offered under the guidance of dedicated MAC instructors.
Saturday, Sunday and Monday

 

PHG weaving

Portland Handweavers Guild

PHG will be featuring tapestry weaving, paper weaving and kumohimo weaving.  Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

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Youth Expression Project
Our Non-Profit Partner explores the translation of unity through art and dance of different cultures.
Saturday, Sunday and Monday

 

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Trick Out Your Home!

Not just another outdoor art fair, Art in the Pearl is listed in the top 10 in the nation’s art festivals and has THE WAY to fill everyone’s home with the best of handmade things. 

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 Natalie Warrens” exquisite ceramics enliven every meal (even if you can”t cook).

Best of all, each artist is present to explain their process or inspiration so that when the treasured object goes home it brings with it a personal connection to the maker. 

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 Drying dishes never looked so good There are a lot of drugs, causing problems and making first check home drug test pass impossible for us. with Beth Poirier”s handwoven towels.

 Well past the hippie days or even today’s DIY, Art In The Pearl offers the best of the best.

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 Forget Ikea!  Visit Tom Saydah”s booth for fine furniture.

Hunt for this list of artists who produce super functional awesome art that will be used often in your home (and be the total envy of your friends).  They are:

Ceramics:   Shelley Martin, Natalie Warrens, Debra Le Air

Glass:  Bruce Stowell

Rugs:  Kimberly Morris

Furniture: Tom Saydah

Handwoven hand towels : Beth Poirer

 

 

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