New Artist Application Form

Thank you for your interest in applying to the 14th Annual Edge of the Big Woods Art Wander! This popular community event is more than just a studio tour – it’s an opportunity to build awareness of local artists, connect with the community, and share your creative process. We encourage participating artists to engage visitors through demonstrations and meaningful interactions.

Artist Eligibility:

  • If you reside in Carver County, you may apply as a studio location or as a guest artist at a host studio.

  • If you do not reside in Carver County, you may apply as a guest artist at a host studio.

  • All applicants must be accepted into the Art Wander before any placements are finalized.

Studio Placements:

  • If you have a preferred studio, let us know, and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.

  • Placement decisions aim to balance diverse media representation and avoid overcrowded “super sites,” ensuring all studios receive visitors.

To support our artists, we promote the event through our website, Facebook page, “save the date” postcards, posters and an official printed brochure.

We look forward to reviewing your application and celebrating another year of art and community!

    Requested information and images for jurying process:

    The information and images requested below will be used for jurying applicants and if the artist is accepted into the Art Wander, will be used to create an individual artist’s page on the Art Wander website and will be used in promotional materials. You will be notified by April 30, 2025 if you have been accepted into the event and if so will be sent a link to pay the participation fee online or information on where to send a check and a link to fill out a state required form for the event (MN ST-19).

    Please note: To be an exhibiting artist at the 2025 Art Wander new artists must have submitted an application, be juried in, and paid the participation fee.

    Cost for the event:

    Participation fee is $150 if paid within a week of acceptance into the Art Wander. The fee will be $175 after that time.

    No applications will be accepted for participation in the Art Wander if received after April 1, 2025

    If you have any issues with the application contact Jennifer Ionta at: jen@spottedmoondesigns.com
    or call/text: 612-385-7239.

    2025 Art Wander New Artist Application

    Artist Name: (required)

    Company or Studio Name:

    Address: (required)

    City/State/Zip: (required)

    Phone#: (required)

    Email Address: (required)

    Website/Social Media Links: (can be more than one, separated by commas)

    Medium: (required)

    Specify Other Medium:

    Apply as a Studio Location (must be in Carver County) or Guest Artist: (required)

    I am applying as a Studio Location with guest artistsI am applying as a Guest Artist

    If applying as a Studio Location with guests, indicate below how many guests you have space to accommodate:

    If applying as a Guest Artist, please let us know if you would like to be at a specific artist's studio. Every effort will be made to accommodate these requests.

    Short description of the art you will have for sale: (required)

    Note: If you are unable to upload your photos, please send them as attachments by email to: Jennifer Ionta: jen@spottedmoondesigns.com

    Upload Image #1 - (must be high resolution for printed brochure): 5MB maximum

    Upload Image #2: 2MB maximum

    Upload Image #3: 2MB maximum

    Upload Image #4: - photo of studio if applying as a studio location: 2MB maximum

    Biography or artist statement:

    Upload Your Bio Photo: 2MB maximum

    By Initialing the box below, I certify that I consent to the use of any information and photos provided for promotional purposes. (required)

    Risk and Liability Statement
    I hereby release and agree to hold harmless Edge of the Big Woods Art Wander from any damage to my property or any personal injury which I, my guests or my helpers or assistants may sustain while participant in the Art Wander on Sept. 26th-28th, 2025.
    I understand that the Art Wander does not carry insurance to cover my personal property.

    By Initialing the box below, I certify that I will be bound by the statement above. (required)

    It may take a few minutes to upload the application, please wait until you get a “Your message was sent successfully.” message before navigating away from this page. If you have any issues using the application contact Jennifer Ionta: jen@spottedmoondesigns.com or by text or call: 612-385-7239.

    Thank you for your interest in being part of the Art Wander!