Call for Artists: Spring Artist Market

Factory Obscura seeks artist submissions for our Spring Artist Market, as part of our annual Future of Sound Fest held March 29th, 2025 from 2-8pm. Future of Sound Fest features the release of Mix-Tape Vol. 6, live performances from six local bands performing throughout the day, and interactive art. This is an event we have been producing and growing since 2021.

The Artist Market will be held outdoors. In case of inclement weather, the Market may be cancelled/postponed and attempts will be made to reschedule or moved indoors if possible. Artists are expected to stay for the duration of the event.

All participating artists are responsible for processing their own sales and for collecting/reporting sales tax. Factory Obscura does not receive any commission on sales, and there is no charge to participating artists.

All items sold at the Market must be designed and created by you, and/or other partner artists. No items based off of trademarked characters, shows, books, comics, etc...Original work only.

The Market is free to apply, and there is no fee for participating artists.

Tables and chairs may be provided upon request. (Tables are limited)

Participating artists are encouraged to utilize tents, to get creative with displays, and to provide a fun experience for guests. Don't forget to bring signage and other promotional materials to let shoppers know who you are, and how to follow your work! Artists will have a 10x10 space to utilize for display.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are accepted into the Artist Market you will be expected to participate in marketing the event(s) on social media and in the community.

Deadline to Apply is January 31st

Artists will be notified no later than February 7th.

Submission does not guarantee acceptance, as space is limited. Accepted Artists will be sent an acceptance email, along with a Market Artist Agreement.

NOTE: Any type of artwork or media MADE BY YOU OR A COLLABORATING ARTIST is allowable, including but not limited to: painting, prints, sculpture, zines, comics, jewelry, fiber works, clothing (designed by and created by artists) and altered vintage, furniture, housewares, etc..and we encourage you to use the space creatively! 

Artwork displayed must follow general content guidelines: no political or religious content, no use of hate speech or derogatory language/imagery, no depictions of drugs/drug use, no drug paraphernalia, and no depictions of violence or graphic sexual content.

Factory Obscura reserves the right to remove artworks from display that do not meet the above content guidelines, or are not in line with the representative artworks submitted below.

*No burning incense, no smoking or vaping at your booth or on the premises.

*No drinking alcohol at your booth or on the premises.

*Someone must be running your table at all times; do not leave your booth unattended. 

*Electricity is not provided

Kelsey Karper