Artist Alley

Showcase Your metal art at the Blacksmiths Festivals inaugural Artists Alley!

The Blacksmiths Festival 2025 is offering a unique opportunity for eight talented blacksmith or metal artists to showcase their work at our exclusive Artists Alley. This is your chance to boost your visibility, connect with festival attendees, and sell your creations in a lively and creative environment. Featuring four different artists on each of the two Festival days (17 & 18 May 2025), we offer each a unique platform to shine.

The opportunity

Display space: Each artist will be assigned a trestle table within our marquees. You’ll need to bring your own tablecloth and any other display materials.
Exposure: Your artwork will be presented to thousands of visitors, including art lovers, local community members, and tourists eager to explore and purchase unique creations.
Sales: You’ll be responsible for managing transactions on-site, whether through cash or digital payment methods (e.g. Square).

How to get involved

Complete this form to submit an Expression of Interest to be considered for this opportunity. Submit 5-10 photos of your work. Works must be handcrafted metal art (primarily metal, mixed media allowed) and created within the last 12-24 months.

Eight artists in total will be selected to participate and will each be allocated one day (either Saturday 17 May or Sunday 18 May 2025).

Applications are currently open.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure and connect with a community passionate about metal art. We look forward to seeing your unique creations and welcoming you to the Blacksmiths Festival!

Complete the Expression of Interest form today and become a part of our inaugural Artists Alley!