Call for Artists: University Park Art Fair at Grace Park

Be a part of the Second Annual University Park Art Fair at Grace Park!
Visit www.universityparkartfair.org for more information and to download the 2007 Artist Registration form.

WHAT: Presented by the University Park Development Corporation (UPDC), the University Park Art Fair at Grace Park is a one-day fine art and fine craft event to be held August 18, 2007 in the heart of the University Park district in downtown Akron. Expected to draw more than 100 artists and thousands of guests, the fair will feature ceramics, glass, wearable art, furniture, drawings & graphics, fiber, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, painting, photography, sculpture, watercolor, wood art and more.

In addition, there will be a large-scale, community participation art project, entertainment and a food and beverage pavilion. Admission is free.

WHEN: University Park Art Fair at Grace Park
Saturday, August 18, 2007
10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

WHERE: Grace Park
Perkins/SR 59 & Prospect Streets
Akron, Ohio 44304

ARTIST REGISTRATION: Registration is $75/artist and must be submitted by July 7th.
SPECIAL OFFER! EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION: Pay just $65 if you register before April 1, 2007 (payment must be received before 4/1/07).
SPECIAL OFFER! Students pay just $25 with valid university ID.
Checks, Visa and MasterCard accepted.
Call 330.972.7846, Email info@universityparkartfair.org or visit www.universityparkartfair.org for more information and to download the 2007 Artist Registration brochure and form.

ABOUT UPDC: The University Park Development Corporation (UPDC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the renewal and rebirth of the University Park neighborhood and serves the people who live, work and play in the area.

UPDC strives to strengthen the economic, civic and environmental capabilities the University Park district through residential development, rehabilitation of the area and renovation of existing housing stock.

The University Park Art Fair at Grace Park is sponsored by University Park Alliance, Summa Health System, the City of Akron, Boomerang, LLC, TRIAD Communications, and iMMiX Studio (as of 2/18/07).