Laumeier ArtFair Program 2026

ARTISTAPPLICATIONS + AWARDS All artists ages 18 and up who exhibit work of original concept, design, and execution are eligible to apply to the Art Fair each year; total participation is limited. Applicants submit images of their work and examples of their booth installation. Applicants are juried by a panel of respected artists and fine arts and crafts professionals from around the country. All applicants are juried anonymously. Consideration to balance of media is given to select the number of applications in each category. Media categories include ceramics, fiber/ textiles, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography/ digital, printmaking/drawing, sculpture, and wood. Cash and prizes valued at $8,000+ are awarded to those artists judged the best overall, regardless of media category. Award ribbons will be posted on the booths of all award winners on Saturday, May 9. Each winning artist is invited to return to the event next year. Artist Awards The Daniel & Henry Co. Excellence Award (5) Wexford Labs Merit Award (5) Honorable Mention Award (5) BLICKArt Materials Outstanding Local Artist Award (3) BIPOC Artist Award (1) City of Sunset Hills Award (1) 4 Hands CityWide Award (1) 2026 Artist Judges Brandon Anschultz / Director of Studios & Galleries at the Kranzberg Arts Foundation JuanWilliam Chávez / Director and Founder of the Art and Ecology Nonprofit Northside Workshop + Laumeier’s 2026 Visiting Artist in Residence Yvonne Osei / Vice President of the Surface Design Association 16 | laumeier art fair | 2026