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Upper Arlington Labor Day Arts Festival
Each year Upper Arlington (northwest suburb of Columbus) provides a free arts festival that is well attended by both artisans and shoppers. The festival provides a wide variety of artisans including printmaking, ceramics, drawing, graphics, photography, fiber, basketry, painting, paper, sculpture, wood and enamel. One thing should be mentioned: it is a large festival, so be prepared for some walking. There are also a few vendors offering food and refreshments. Live entertainment is also available throughout the day at the east end of the park. There is also a hands-on art activities located on the northwest end of Northam Park.
The Labor Day Arts Festival has been called the "best one day show" around. Kids and pets are welcome. Each year the exhibitors are juried and awarded prizes. Best of Show receives $600 cash prize, First Place $300, Second Place $200. Along with the cash awards, these 4 winners are automatically invited back for the next Arts Festival.
Just being accepted to participate in the Upper Arlington Arts Festival is an achievement. Each exhibitor goes through a rigorous jury process to become one of the 200 artists from across the country. The jury process takes place in March, when the jurors preview 3 images of the artist's existing work as well as an image of their display booth. Each submission is judged and given a rating from 1 - 7 with 7 being the best. Each submission is then given a score that is then compared with the rest of the submissions for their category.
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