A Call to Artists for Jonesborough’s “Art In The Park”

JONESBOROUGH, TN - The only fine art show in the region will debut on October 24, 2009. This is at a time when Northeast Tennessee brings thousands of tourists to this area to see the Appalachian Mountains in their multi-colored splendor. This show will be held in the beautiful Storytelling Park and the prestigious International Storytelling Center in the oldest town in Tennessee.

Applications can be picked up at the Historic Jonesborough Visitors Center, 117 Boone Street or you may contact Tami Moore, Fine Art in the Park Chair, 201 West Main Street, Jonesborough, TN, 37659. Her number is 423.753.0044 or email . Please see http://www.blueridgecountry.com  or http://www.blairmoorehouse.com for photos. Jury/application fee for the premier show is $20 and 10X10 booth fee is $95. Space is limited. Acceptance notices will be mailed the week after September 7. Application deadline is September 4, 2009.

This show will bring focus back to the true fine art show by offering a venue for professional artists to showcase their artwork. In keeping this a fine art only event, there will be no food vendors, crafts or other festival-type offerings at this show. Our public relations efforts will focus on drawing an audience that will be attending this event for the purpose of viewing and purchasing artwork.

A carefully selected committee of jurors will choose the artists anonymously for the show. A well balanced show will be selected to feature all of the categories of artwork accepted. Cash awards will be given for: Best in Show, 2nd Place and 3rd Place.