2025 Emerging Artists
It's not easy, becoming a working artist.
Through the Emerging Artists program, student artists and underrepresented artists are given the opportunity to sell their work alongside the festival's slate of professional exhibitors. If accepted into the program, Marion Arts Festival covers the booth & application fees. Up to three artists will be selected from the community.
The Emerging Artist Program aims to build up aspiring creative professionals seeking to grow and work in the art scene. This program provides a platform for showcasing the work and connecting with a broader audience of art enthusiasts and industry professionals.
Please email MAFdirector@marioncc.org with any questions.
Application Deadline: Friday, March 7th
Notification Date: Friday, March 14th
Festival Date: Saturday, May 17th | 9:00a-5:00p
If selected, artists will be asked to submit a sketch of their proposed booth layout & plan. Liability insurance will be required (we will direct you on how to procure).
Emerging Artist Criteria
Applicants must be 18+, living in Iowa and actively seeking a career in the arts. We recognize there are many pathways to becoming a professional working artist and encourage anyone to apply. Please check back in the winter for applications to the 2025 Marion Arts Festival Emerging Artist Program.
Emerging Artists are awarded a free booth space alongside nationally presenting artists at the festival.
