Calling all artists! You are invited to show off your creativity at the Tifton Council for the ARTS AFFAIR festival. Cash prizes totaling $1,500 will be awarded. Artists who have not participated in the past are strongly encouraged to apply. No commissions on sales!

The Arts Affair will include a community wide concert on Friday, November 3rd and an arts festival on Saturday, November 4th 2023, in and around the grounds of the Syd Blackmarr Arts Center. The Arts Affair will feature an art exhibit, artist booths, children’s Arts Circus, local authors, food trucks, art demonstrations, live performances throughout the day, and a Sweet Taste of Tifton with a variety of baked good vendors.

There are three ways for artists to participate:

Art Exhibit & Competition Inside: Enter up to 3 pieces of artwork into the exhibit held inside The Syd Blackmarr Arts Center. Artwork will be entered into a competition where a qualified judge will select the most creative and skilled work. Prizes totaling $1,500 will be awarded in various categories.

Artist Market Booth Outside: Register for an outdoor (10 x 10) booth to sell artwork. No commission on sales! Artists must supply their own tent and set up. Not eligible for prizes.

Do Both: Enter up to 3 pieces of artwork into the exhibit AND sell artwork in the Artist Market.

Artists keep all proceeds from sales in the Exhibit and Artists Market.