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All applicants accepted / Beginner friendly
Our 8 week Winter Market Program runs from Sept 20 - November 18, 2026 and focuses on preparing AUArts students to sell their artwork in market and gallery settings. This opportunity is an OPEN CALL, meaning ALL applicants are accepted. To help you grow, our jury will provide all applicants with written feedback.
No experience necessary!
Our jury system is designed for artists of all skill levels and experiences. Our jury is trained to consider not just the technical quality of work, but the potential of an artist to grow and learn during our program. Our team will work with you to refine and adapt your existing art pieces for the Winter Market
Who can Apply?
This opportunity is open to AUArts students of all years and majors, including part-time students. Students must be registered in at least 1 credit-granting course to be eligible. Students may also apply as an Artist Group to fundraise for galleries, clubs, and more!
Need help with your application? Please reach out to salehelp.sa@auarts.ca if you need help with your application! We are always happy to chat. :)
What you need to apply
3-10 images of your artwork
The artwork you submit for this application does not have to be what you sell in Show+Sale! Submitting artwork that you have prepared to be hung or is framed or used gives us a better understanding of what craft and quality feedback we can supply! Show us what you are proud of!
150-250 word artist statement
Your artist statement supports the work you submit and shows off your personality. Tell us about your inspirations, what kinds of techniques you use, and why you make the work that you make. The feedback offered on your artist statement will help you write a clear and concise overview of you and your practice!
Become a Demoing Artist
Interested in getting public speaking experience?
Demoing Artists take the stage for 1hr on Nov 14 to show off their artwork and processes to the public. This PAID opportunity is a fantastic way to get more confident in public speaking and adds a unique experience to your CV.
Submission Deadline Oct. 10th @ 11:59pm MST
Winter Market Application FAQ
Yes! You can edit you submission at any point until September 16, 2024 at 11:59pm MST
There is no rush, you are able to save your application progress and continue where you left off. Just remember to click the 'SAVE' button on the bottom of the form before exiting.
The Show + Sale Winter Market is an open call program, meaning all applicants are accepted. We have a jury system and require an artist statement and images of your work to better understand where our team can support you. Please see this portion of the application as practice for writing an artist statement and creating an image based portfolio.
Our application form contains resources, examples and information to help guide you. And you can email us at salehelp.sa@auarts.ca if you need any help with your application. We are always happy to chat :)
No! This year we will not be selling any fanart in the sale. We are encouraging you to get inspired and create something new!!
We will accept original characters from pre-existing storylines/universes but no characters or world paints/drawings/imagery that you did not write or create yourself.
We are not discouraging you from selling fanart but we are a finearts market and are looking for new emerging artists who have new emerging art! We can direct you to the Cuties market and Ota fest etc. for fanart based market selling.
Demoing Artist Application FAQ
This opportunity is open to participating Winter Market 2024 artists, including part-time students. Students must be registered in at least 1 credit-granting course to be eligible. Artist Groups may also apply!
We are looking for students who enjoy making art in public, answering questions, and are open to learning! Your demo pitch should tell us what kind of art you make and why you want to demo for the public. Tell us why you think what you're making would be interesting for people of all
ages to watch! Keep in mind due to safety guidelines, not all processes can be accepted.
Some examples of great demos include:
- Hand-beading and jewelry making
- Digital speedpaints on a drawing tablet and screen
- Traditional speedpaints on canvas or paper
- Hand-built ceramics
- Silkscreening and linocut printing
- Bookbinding and papermaking
For safety, the following processes are restricted:
- Usage of toxic chemicals
- Excessive dust particulates or liquids
- Machinery (electrical or manual) over 3ft x 3ft
- Flame or heat emitting tools
- Ceramic throwing wheels, kilns, dremels
Demoing Artists are expected to attend 2 1hr training sessions
in Oct-Nov and provide an artist bio, demo description, and image of themselves or their artwork. They are responsible for sourcing their own materials and equipment, and for ensuring the safety of themselves and the public during their demo.
Successful students will receive a $300 honorarium with up to $50 for materials, additional marketing, and mentorship.
What our Show + Sale alumni are saying
Show+Sale has been a wonderful learning opportunity as an emerging artist. I have had the pleasure of participating in 4 years of winter markets and every year is better than the last. I highly recommend Show+Sale to all students as it provides us with first hand experience with pricing, packaging and successful sale of our work.
Olivia Podlog
BFA graduate 2025
Show and Sale is an experience every AuArts student should participate in as its a great way to network with peers, meet other creatives and get your work into the world! The support from the S+S team is superb, they provide info for everything to make your experience successful!
Kaylee Ross (koirabbits)
BDes graduate 2025
As an emerging artist, the experience of participating in the Show + Sale has boosted my confidence in showcasing both my art and myself professionally. I would encourage all students to participate... it is well worth your time!
Elise Lavalee Findlay
BFA graduate 2023
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