How to participate in the Coastal Arts Market.
Coastal Arts Market Vendor Rules & Regulations ~ Please read all of the following.
Thank you for participating in the Coastal Arts Market. The purpose of this monthly arts market is to bring quality handcrafted products to the people of St. Mary's County and our many visitors. We promote local artists and crafters and selling American made products.
Each artist and crafter are asked to submit via email 3 or more pictures via email of your artwork that you plan to sell and a picture of your studio, workshop, work-space, etc. Please know that your pictures are very important, good quality pictures are a must, the pictures that you email to us should have close up, clear, clean details without a lot of busy background. The pictures are used on our social media to promote your small business, you might not want the public seeing the interior of your home or your countertop with food/dishes. We try to promote your products in the best light possible and that starts with good quality pictures. Products sold at the market must be the same or be equivalent to the photographs submitted or the vendor will be asked to leave and the space fee will not be refunded. We do this to ensure that the items sold from each vendor are handcrafted by the person applying for space and these pictures will be used on social media to promote you the artist.
No commercially manufactured products will be permitted.
This is not a flea market or yard sale.
Market Fee is $25.00 per 10' x 10' space.
A fee of $25.00 is collected prior to the market date.
Showcase Fee.
The opportunity to be showcased on our website is offered to each vendor. The showcase consists of a short bio and will include pictures of the artist and work.
A fee of $10.00 per month is collected prior to the showcase date.
Coastal Arts Market Vendor Rules & Regulations ~ Please read all of the following.
Thank you for participating in the Coastal Arts Market. The purpose of this monthly arts market is to bring quality handcrafted products to the people of St. Mary's County and our many visitors. We promote local artists and crafters and selling American made products.
Each artist and crafter are asked to submit via email 3 or more pictures via email of your artwork that you plan to sell and a picture of your studio, workshop, work-space, etc. Please know that your pictures are very important, good quality pictures are a must, the pictures that you email to us should have close up, clear, clean details without a lot of busy background. The pictures are used on our social media to promote your small business, you might not want the public seeing the interior of your home or your countertop with food/dishes. We try to promote your products in the best light possible and that starts with good quality pictures. Products sold at the market must be the same or be equivalent to the photographs submitted or the vendor will be asked to leave and the space fee will not be refunded. We do this to ensure that the items sold from each vendor are handcrafted by the person applying for space and these pictures will be used on social media to promote you the artist.
No commercially manufactured products will be permitted.
This is not a flea market or yard sale.
Market Fee is $25.00 per 10' x 10' space.
A fee of $25.00 is collected prior to the market date.
Showcase Fee.
The opportunity to be showcased on our website is offered to each vendor. The showcase consists of a short bio and will include pictures of the artist and work.
A fee of $10.00 per month is collected prior to the showcase date.
- An application is requested. All vendors must apply in advance by emailing pictures of your products to coastalartsmarket@yahoo.com. Please email a sample of all items you intend to sell at our market. Do not email pictures of one type of craft and then include other items either on the application or in your booth. About Pictures: Please take bright, clear pictures of your items. Keep in mind the pictures will be used on social media to promote your products. You can go to our Facebook page and scroll through some of the photos to get the general idea of what we require.
- You will receive an email with your confirmation and a Welcome to the Coastal Arts Market. The evening prior to the market date you will receive another email with a map that shows your booth space number and a suggestion of were to park.
- Vendors must be present, you are not allowed to transfer your space to someone else. Market hours are 9:00 to 3:00, Set up is from 7:00 to 9:00. If for some reason you can not be there please email us to let us know so we can close the gaps between spaces.
- Permits & Sales Tax. All vendors must secure the proper state and or county permits. All vendors are responsible for collecting and paying their own Maryland 6% sales tax and have a current sales tax ID number. Visit Comptroller of Maryland or call 410-260-7980 / 800-638-2938 for an application.
- Space fees are non-refundable and non-transferable to another date unless we make a decision about severe weather. In the case of bad weather, we will make a decision to open or close. When we make the decision to close you will have the option to move that month's space fee to another month.
- There is a returned check fee of $40.00.
- All products sold at our market must be family friendly. Any vendors selling or distributing inappropriate materials will be immediately removed from the Coastal Arts Market and banned from future participation.
- All vendors who use tents, canopies, umbrellas, etc. are required to safely anchor them. Suitable weight systems include sand or water bags. do not tie tents to trees or bushes in the park, also we do not drive on the grass.
- Vendors must supply their own tents, tables, chairs, etc,
- Sorry but electric / water hook-up is not available.
- Each vendor is responsible for removing their own trash. If you brought it with you, remove it from the park when you leave.
- Public restrooms are located in the small white building on the pier they open at 7:00 am. We are usually there by 7:00 am to start setting up.
- You are solely responsible for any injuries, accidents, or loss sustained as a result of your vending operations at the Coastal Arts Market. The Coastal Arts Partnership will have no responsibility for any accident or injury caused by your products or displays.
- Your fees go towards advertising, insurance, and the rental fee for the use of the park.
- If you have questions the very best way to contact us is via email @ coastalartsmarket@yahoo.com .
Attention!
Available spaces for jewelry, candles and soap/bath products are very limited. You may wonder why we limit items. We like to have a variety of products to keep our market an interesting venue for people to shop. Our setup space and the number of parking spaces for crafters is small, we have to allow parking for shoppers so therefore we have to have limits.
Available spaces for jewelry, candles and soap/bath products are very limited. You may wonder why we limit items. We like to have a variety of products to keep our market an interesting venue for people to shop. Our setup space and the number of parking spaces for crafters is small, we have to allow parking for shoppers so therefore we have to have limits.
CAM Market Application
To sell your handcrafted products at our market please submit photos of the products you plan to sell at our market by email
to coastalartsmarket@yahoo.com. You will receive a confirmation from us and the application which you will need to fill out and return by mail to us.
Please keep in mind this market is for handcrafted products only. No Manufactured allowed.
to coastalartsmarket@yahoo.com. You will receive a confirmation from us and the application which you will need to fill out and return by mail to us.
Please keep in mind this market is for handcrafted products only. No Manufactured allowed.
Got Questions? Emails us @ coastalartsmarket@yahoo.com
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FAQ
The Very often we are asked by artists/crafters do they need to fill out and mail in another application if they have participated at CAM in the past?
The answer is YES!
Yes, we will need another application, we need them so we know from one month to the next who will be there. Some people pay for a month at a time while others pay for several months or sometimes the full seven months at once. We would never remember who paid for what month without the applications. Also we use them when we do the lay out for set up each month so people with like product won't be placed next to one another.
So please mail in the application but before you do for those that have marked more than one date it's a good idea to do is make a copy or scan it into a file or add the dates to your calendar that will remind you what months you will be setting up at CAM. LOL....Yes, people pay for the market dates and then forget, it's easy to forget if you sign up for multiple shows through out the year.
We do not keep applications from one year to the next we start the new season with a clean slate.
Do I need a license to participate in your market?
The short answer is no. We do not require any licenses, however we would strongly recommend checking with the Maryland Retail Sales Tax division and applying for a MD. tax ID. This can be done online but be careful there are sites out there that will charge you to do this, you don't have to pay for a MD. tax ID. We at CAM are not the tax police, this is up to you as a small business owner to take care of your responsibility.
Will I be able to park my vehicle at my space to unload?
No. The property belongs to the Town of Leonardtown and as this is a park we will not allow vehicles to damage the grass. This meas you will need to park in the designated parking area unload your vehicle and once you have unloaded you may be asked to move your vehicle to the rear parking area making room for the next vendors to do the same.
Are handcarts allowed for unloading and loading?
Yes. Handcarts are allowed and it's suggested that you have a sturdy one. If you have heavy items you should let us know this in advance so when we start filling in spaces we can leave room in an area closer to the parking area for those that have heavy items such as furniture.
If I have been through the jury process and decide to show up on Market day without advanced notice will I be allowed to set up?
Yes. If the market mangers have an extra space and you have participated at CAM prior to that date you can fill out an application pay for your space and set up your booth in the space we direct you to.
Do you require vendors to have a tent?
We do not require tents, but they are strongly recommended considering we’re an outdoor market and the weather can change in an instant, plus tents give off a nice presence too! This is a rain or shine market. Please know that if there is a severe weather threat then we will make the decision to close the market and your space fee will be credited to another month. We have your safety at heart.
How do I apply to be a vendor?
First you will need to email pictures of your products including a picture of your studio/work space. You should email pictures of all types of items that you make and plan to sell. Go to the Application Page and follow directions, fill out the application once you have received a confirmation email from us. We have several ways you can submit your application: email, print application and mail it in, drop it off when the Saturday Arts Market is in progress.
Do I have to sign up for the whole season?
No, you can pick and choose which dates you want to attend.
How is the Arts Market Promoted?
The market utilizes local, regional, statewide media, as well as online links and social networking sites for advertising and promotion. As with your own personal business, the best form of advertising is social media, Facebook, Instagram, MEWE and paid adds on Google. We rely on each of our vendors to help our market grow by sharing our post with your followers and friends. And if you ask we will be happy to give you cards that you can place on your table when you are at other venues. Use your Instagram or Facebook Business page to list your booked shows, tell your followers where you will be on any given date.
The answer is YES!
Yes, we will need another application, we need them so we know from one month to the next who will be there. Some people pay for a month at a time while others pay for several months or sometimes the full seven months at once. We would never remember who paid for what month without the applications. Also we use them when we do the lay out for set up each month so people with like product won't be placed next to one another.
So please mail in the application but before you do for those that have marked more than one date it's a good idea to do is make a copy or scan it into a file or add the dates to your calendar that will remind you what months you will be setting up at CAM. LOL....Yes, people pay for the market dates and then forget, it's easy to forget if you sign up for multiple shows through out the year.
We do not keep applications from one year to the next we start the new season with a clean slate.
Do I need a license to participate in your market?
The short answer is no. We do not require any licenses, however we would strongly recommend checking with the Maryland Retail Sales Tax division and applying for a MD. tax ID. This can be done online but be careful there are sites out there that will charge you to do this, you don't have to pay for a MD. tax ID. We at CAM are not the tax police, this is up to you as a small business owner to take care of your responsibility.
Will I be able to park my vehicle at my space to unload?
No. The property belongs to the Town of Leonardtown and as this is a park we will not allow vehicles to damage the grass. This meas you will need to park in the designated parking area unload your vehicle and once you have unloaded you may be asked to move your vehicle to the rear parking area making room for the next vendors to do the same.
Are handcarts allowed for unloading and loading?
Yes. Handcarts are allowed and it's suggested that you have a sturdy one. If you have heavy items you should let us know this in advance so when we start filling in spaces we can leave room in an area closer to the parking area for those that have heavy items such as furniture.
If I have been through the jury process and decide to show up on Market day without advanced notice will I be allowed to set up?
Yes. If the market mangers have an extra space and you have participated at CAM prior to that date you can fill out an application pay for your space and set up your booth in the space we direct you to.
Do you require vendors to have a tent?
We do not require tents, but they are strongly recommended considering we’re an outdoor market and the weather can change in an instant, plus tents give off a nice presence too! This is a rain or shine market. Please know that if there is a severe weather threat then we will make the decision to close the market and your space fee will be credited to another month. We have your safety at heart.
How do I apply to be a vendor?
First you will need to email pictures of your products including a picture of your studio/work space. You should email pictures of all types of items that you make and plan to sell. Go to the Application Page and follow directions, fill out the application once you have received a confirmation email from us. We have several ways you can submit your application: email, print application and mail it in, drop it off when the Saturday Arts Market is in progress.
Do I have to sign up for the whole season?
No, you can pick and choose which dates you want to attend.
How is the Arts Market Promoted?
The market utilizes local, regional, statewide media, as well as online links and social networking sites for advertising and promotion. As with your own personal business, the best form of advertising is social media, Facebook, Instagram, MEWE and paid adds on Google. We rely on each of our vendors to help our market grow by sharing our post with your followers and friends. And if you ask we will be happy to give you cards that you can place on your table when you are at other venues. Use your Instagram or Facebook Business page to list your booked shows, tell your followers where you will be on any given date.
Photo Courtesy of Andre Smith. USMC, Retired