Perth Makers Market

Perth Makers Market is a new market south of the river that is having its launch market on Sunday 7th February 2016. Its home will be at Heathcote Cultural Precinct in Applecross. It will be running as a bi-monthly market, on the first Sunday of the month. The market's opening hours will be from 9:30am – 3:30pm.
The goal of Perth Makers Market is to provide a platform for the talented, high quality handmade crafters that call Perth their home in a family focussed, friendly location. With strong ties to the community and a focus on giving back, Perth Makers Market is unique.
Applications are open until the 20th of December so get in quick! 

To learn more or to apply please head over to their website: www.perthmakersmarket.com.au or Facebook page: www.facebook.com/perthmakersmarket

Summer Night Markets applications open

Applications are now open for OnWilliam's annual Summer Night Markets in the Perth Cultural Centre!

This open air night market will be held on Friday 11th of December from 4 to 10pm. These pre-Christmas markets have become a must in the calendars of both local designers and city shoppers.

The Cultural Centre will be jam packed with 60+ stall holders, live music on the Wetland stage, fun activities, delicious food at 'Truck Stop', and outdoor bars at PICA and Bar Pop in the Urban Orchard.

Stall prices range from $150 - $300. Applications are due Sunday 1st November. Apply via the application form.

Fringe World market vendors - applications open!

Fringe World Festival is the largest annual performance platform in Western Australia. The 2016 Festival will run from 22 January to 21 February during the city’s buzzing summer festival period.  Nestled in the colourful village style gardens of the hugely popular Fringe World Festival sites in Northbridge, stalls selling DIY experiences and local artisan wares, with an emphasis on the innovative, fun and unique are being sought. 

Successful applicants will be required to: 

• Commit to at least one block of seven consecutive days of trading during the Festival period (22 January to 21 February); 
• Commit to having the stall manned during the operational hours of the festival site each day (maximum operational hours on any one day would be 12pm – 2am): and 
• Pay an upfront site hire fee of $500 + GST per week per stall by 10 December 2015 


The following will be provided:

• 1 x 3m x 3m marquee;
• 1 x trestle table;
• 2 x chairs;
• 1 x overhead light;
• Power;
• Onsite Secure Container Storage; and
• Site Manager Support.

To register your interest in becoming a market vendor for Fringe World 2016, complete this form and return to venues@fringeworld.com.au by 5pm Monday, 2 November 2015. For more information, visit the website.


Christmas in Claremont - stallholders wanted

As part of the annual Christmas in Claremont event, the Town of Claremont is holding a festive themed market, inspired by the German Christmas Markets. Think fresh food, fine craft and everything Christmas themed!

Enjoy a summer night of carols in the park with a huge sideshow of entertainment, kids activities, food and market stalls!

Date: Sunday 13th December 2015, from 4pm.
Location: Claremont Park, corner of Stirling Highway and Bay View Terrace

To apply, fill in the online application form. Applications must be submitted by 5pm on Wednesday 4th November. Visit here for more details. 

Etsy: Made Local applications open

Following the success of last year’s ‘Something Different’ in Leederville, the ETSY WA Street Team is excited to announce ETSY: MADE LOCAL in a location with a difference.

WHAT IS THE EVENT?

ETSY: MADE LOCAL is a “nationwide, Etsy-supported Christmas market on November 28… [which] celebrates the crafter, collectors and artisans in local communities across the country. From coast to cost, these community building events will be run by local Etsy Teams and participating sellers.” – Etsy Australia.

ETSY: MADE LOCAL (Something Different in Northbridge)
28 November 2015
10am – 4pm
State Theatre Centre of WA Courtyard. 

This event is presented by ETSY Australia and run by volunteers of the ETSY WA Street Team. The event will feature around fifty individual artists and makers, all selling their own products.

To apply to be a stallholder head here: http://goo.gl/forms/5kkdhiKvT2

An ETSY jury will select stallholders based on application merit. Categories of sellers may include: Fine art, home décor, stationery, jewellery, ceramics, furniture, clothing, vintage, children's or infant's products, beauty, fashion and accessories, packaged food products, plants & garden ware. All products will be designed, created and produced in Western Australia.

THEY ARE LOOKING FOR:
♦ Attendees! Please share the event, tell your friends, make sure you come along and support handmade in Western Australia
♦ Sellers... purveyors of beautiful and unusual, high quality goods that are hand made in Australia
♦ Others that want to be involved… People who wish to promote or cover the event, people who wish to volunteer in the lead up to the event, musicians who might wish to provide some musical entertainment… People who have talents that can assist in ways that we haven’t even considered yet!
Please, get in touch!

Kate Stevens – WA Etsy Team Captain (mobile 0404 722 046)
Davina Farinola – WA Etsy Team Leader (mobile 0408 936 031)
ESTY WA Street Team

email: streetteamwa@gmail.com
website: www.wastreetteam.weebly.com
facebook: www.facebook.com/wastreetteam

meet | join | chat with the team:
https://www.etsy.com/au/teams/11638/western-australia-street-team

shop | browse | follow the work of the team:
www.etsy.com/pages/wastreetteam
#etsymadelocal #etsy #etsyau

stARTup Art Market @ Beaufort St Festival applications open

Applications for the Beaufort Street Festival's stARTup gallery are now open for visual artists!

The stARTup gallery offers an exciting exhibiting space for emerging and innovative local artists (illustrative, photography, sculptural, graphics) to display their art for public purchase.

Applications and T&Cs for stARTup can be found at http://bit.ly/bsfstartup2015 and applications must be submitted by 5pm, 9th October.

For visual artists only (no craft-based work). Must be able to provide your own shade & decorations and be prepared to be available until the close of the event (10pm). A live art/demonstration component is encouraged.

Further information can be found at http://www.facebook.com/stARTupartgallery or by emailing startup@beaufortstreetfestival.com.au.

Made on the Left Christmas market applications open!

Applications for our Christmas market are now open!

The market will be on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd November from 10am - 5.30pm and 10am - 5pm in Forrest Place, Perth. Stalls are 3x3m space with marquees provided. Stall cost is $250 per day, or $470 for both and there is an option to apply for either one or both days.  We are only accepting applications from Western Australian handmade designers! Please make sure you have read the FAQ before submitting your application. Complete the online application form here to apply. Thank you!

Beaufort Street Festival applications open

Applications are now open for stalls at the Beaufort St Festival.

Prices for a 3x3 marquee are $450 +gst or $675 +gst for a 3x6m marquee.

The Business Incubator provides an opportunity for new/starter, independent and/or home-based businesses to have a space at the festival. These stall spaces are provided free of charge to selected businesses to encourage new enterprise and diversity at the Festival. Those selected 15 Business Incubator will be housed within one mini-market and share a marquee.

When: Saturday November 14, 2015
Time: 12pm - 9pm
Where: Beaufort Street, Mt Lawley.

Head to www.beaufortstreetfestival.com.au to apply. 
Applications must be submitted by 5pm, 21 August, 2015.

Made on the Left market applications open!

Applications for our July market are now open! Go to our website to apply and make sure to read the FAQs first. 

Fremantle Arts Centre Print Award applications open

Australia’s richest and most prestigious print award returns in 2015 with a national judging panel and $22,000 in prize money. The Fremantle Arts Centre Print Award is Australia’s premier showcase of prints and artists’ books. Now in its 40th anniversary year, the Award and exhibition continue to present the best works from established, emerging and cross-disciplinary artists.

Awards
First Prize $16,000. Work acquired for the City of Fremantle Art Collection, WA’s largest municipal collection. 
Second Prize $6,000.

Enter now
Applications now open – click here to begin your application.
Entries close 5pm, 22 May, 2015.
Call 9432 9555 for more information. 

Exhibition opening Fri 25 Sept, 6:30pm | Exhibition runs Sat 26 Sept – Sun 15 Nov

Mother's Day Markets

Palmyra Western Farmers Market Mother's Day Pop Shop Art/Craft Market is on the morning of Sunday 27th April from 8am – 12pm. This will be held alongside their weekly Farmers Market. Stalls are from $50. Stallholders will need to bring all equipment e.g. trestle tables, chairs, etc.  To apply, contact Pally Pop Shop on pallyfarm@live.com or 0433 433 077 during normal business hours. All applications must be received by COB Thursday 24th April.

Subi Farmers Market will be holding a Mother's Day market on Saturday 3rd May from 8am. You will need to bring along a 3m x 3m marquee and trestle table to display your products. To apply, send a few photos of your product asap to Anna - manager@subifarmersmarket.com.au

Fringe World night markets

Fringe World 2015 returns to Perth from Friday 23 January to Sunday 22 February 2015. For the first time, they are looking for creative artisan stallholders to trade in their bustling precinct at the Pleasure Garden, Russell Square in Northbridge for the duration of the Festival.

Fringe World Festival attracts over 370,000+. The Night Markets will form an integral part of the Festival environment and provide a colourful village style atmosphere amongst a range of performances, events and eateries. 

They are looking for stallholders who sell vintage clothing, trinkets, DIY experience and local artisan wares promising an eclectic product mix with emphasis on the innovative, fun and unique.

TRADING DATES AND TIMES

Fringe World Night Markets will operate everyday of the Festival, Monday to Sunday. 

The hours of operation are:

Monday – Thursday: 5pm – 11pm

Friday: 5pm – 1am

Saturday: 3pm – 1am

Sunday: 3pm – 11pm

Applicants can apply to trade in 2-week blocks or the entire 4-week block.

First Block: Friday 23 Jan – Sunday 8 February

Second Block:         Monday 9 February – Sunday 22 February

SITE HIRE INFORMATION AND FEES

Site Fees

$500.00 + GST per week, per trader

Fee includes

1 x 3m x 3m marquee, 1 x trestle table, 2 x chairs, 1 x overhead light, Power, Onsite Secure Container Storage, Site Manager Support

There are limited trader places available. To apply, download the application form here. Applications close Thursday 11th December 2014.

Summer Night Markets - applications open

Photo by Jarrad Seng www.jarradseng.com

Applications are now open for the Summer Night Markets in Perth Cultural Centre.

OnWilliam in conjunction with MRA will again host December night markets for the fourth year running. This marketplace has gained a reputation as a must visit pre-Christmas market, and this year will be extended to two consecutive nights.

Applications are open to:
- food stalls
- local designer stalls
- vintage market stalls
- art/craft/cultural activity or service stalls

When:
• 5-10pm, Friday 12th December 2014
• 5-10pm, Saturday 13th December 2014

Where:
• Perth Cultural Centre, Northbridge

Find the application form here: http://www.onwilliam.com.au/apply

Applications close 22nd October 2014. 

Nannup Music Festival - stallholders required

The organisers of the Nannup Music Festival are looking for locally made products, craft and art stalls to be part of the festival markets. Stall applications are now open so apply here! 

Nannup Music Festival runs from Friday 27th February to 3rd March 2015. Stalls are encouraged to trade for the full festival with priority given to stallholders applying for three day trading.

Stall spaces are 4 metres wide by 4 metres long and you must supply your own marquee. 2 day stalls cost $70 per day and 3 day stalls are $50 per day.

Closing date for applications is 5pm, 7th November 2014.

For any further info please contact the stalls coordinator stalls@nannupmusicfestival.org

Made on the Left Christmas market applications open now!

The time has come to put in your application for our Christmas market! We are working with the City of Perth to bring you a 2 day market extravaganza! The market will be on Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd November from 10am - 4pm in Forrest Place and you can apply for one or two days. For your chance to be part of our next market, apply here and please make sure to read the FAQ before submitting your application.

Market details
When: Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd November, 10am - 4pm
Where: Forrest Place, Perth.
Stall space: 3x3m stall space with marquees provided.
Cost: $200 per day.

Applications close midnight Thursday 2nd October so don't miss out!

artMarket @ Deanmore

artMarket @ Deanmore is happening on Sunday December 7th.

artMarket at Deanmore is an annual fundraising event for the Deanmore Primary School in Karrinyup and will focus on sustainability - local, handmade and artisan, up-cycled, recycled or organic.

Along with the artisan crafted market stalls the event includes a children's art competition (smArt), a professional art show gallery, buskers, gourmet picnics, demonstrations of the sustainable kind along with loads of old-school style games and activities for the kids. There is strong support from the local community including sponsorship from local businesses, drop-ins from an AFL team and even a MasterChef contestant who will be presenting cooking demonstrations!

A market stall for the day will cost $30 and a donation of your product for a raffle.

Each vendor space is under the classroom verandas and includes a bench or chair.  Vendors are asked to supply their own table or display.

Go to the website http://artmarketdeanmore.weebly.com/ for the application for stallholders.

Angove St Festival call for stallholders

The Angove Street Festival celebrates all that is North Perth and attracts over 40,000 people each year to the one day event. Shops will be open for business, and there'll be approximately 100 market stalls to browse and buy from as well as some live music, free children's entertainment, and a wide range of food stalls offering cuisines from across the World.

Date Sunday, 26 October 2014
Time 10am – 5pm
Location Angove Street, North Perth

If you are interested in participating in the Angove Street Festival, contact info@angovestreetfestival.com.au for a Stallholder Application Form which will need to be completed and returned by 1 August 2014.

All arts, crafts and fashion stalls must feature products that are locally (WA) designed and made. Stall prices start from $310 for a 3m x 3m marquee & trestle table and all stallholders must hold their own public liability insurance of $10 million.

Made on the Left market application tips

If you’re thinking about submitting an application for our next Made on the Left market, here are a few tips...

Firstly, consider if Made on the Left is the right market for you. Have you visited before and taken note of the type of people shopping there? Have you looked at what the other stallholders are selling – do your products fit in well with them, are they of comparable quality and standard? Some categories are very competitive, especially jewellery. If you make jewellery, can you offer a product that is unique and original? Will it stand out from the other jewellery stalls and offer the customers variety? Does your price range fit in with the other stallholders?

If you think Made on the Left is the market for you, then get going on that application!

So what do you need for your application to give you the best chance of being accepted?

1. Good Photos

This is very important. All applications must include photos, even if you have done previous Made on the Left markets. Please don't ask us to look at your website instead of supplying photos. 

Make sure your photos:

• are in focus
• are not too dark
• are not too small
• are not too big (max. size 2MB)
• show your product range
• include a photo of your stall display set up if you have one.

If we can’t see your products due to the quality of the photos, this makes it harder for us to tell if they are suitable to be a part of our markets and will decrease your chances of being accepted.

Another reason to have good photos is that they are more likely to be used for marketing purposes which will give you extra exposure!

Here are some simple tips to start with:

• use natural light
• place your products on a plain background
• Presentation counts - styling
• Take lots of photos - you are more likely to get a good one!

There are a lot of useful tutorials on the internet for taking great photos of your products that don’t involve getting new and expensive equipment:

Anatomy of a great product shot

Photographing jewellery

Photographing 2D artwork

Cheap and simple tools for better photography

Photography tips

How to photograph jewellery

5 tips for taking your best product photos

How to style your photos

It’s also a good idea to touch up your images using a photo editing program. There are plenty of free online photo editing sites so you don’t even need to install anything on your computer! The main things you will need to adjust will most likely be the brightness and image size.

Online photo editing programs:

FotoFlexer

Ribbit

Pixlr

Citrify

Photo editing tips:

Before and After With Photoshop

2. High quality products

We like to make sure we are presenting the best of Western Australian handmade and to make it a great shopping experience for our customers. No matter how good your product photos are, if the product itself doesn’t cut it, we can’t accept your application.

3. Fill in all areas of application

• Make sure you list all the products you will be selling. If you have a range of products, please list them all.
• Include your suburb. Often local newspapers will request people from the suburbs they cover to feature in their newspapers.
• Describe your involvement in the product’s making. Made on the Left markets are strictly for Western Australian craftspeople and designers. In order to make sure we only have WA made products at our markets, we need you to briefly describe your part in the making process so we can be sure you are eligible.

4. Be professional

Try to present yourself and your products in the best possible manner.

Don’t leave your application until the last minute and rush it.
Make sure all correspondence is polite and comprehensible and not asking questions already answered in our FAQ. As you can imagine, we get a lot of emails around this time and we are able to be more efficient if we don’t have to answer the same questions over and over.

Please remember that the Made on the Left team members are all volunteers – we do this because we love supporting WA makers and we want the best possible market, just like you.

5. Don’t take it personally

If your application is not accepted, don’t give up. We are always impressed by the high quality of work out there but unfortunately we only have a limited number of spaces available. Use it as a learning experience and work on your photos or reassess your products and apply again next time!

Good luck and we look forward to seeing your application!

xxx MOTL Team

Our New Market Poster! + Applications open

We are pleased to unveil the artwork for our July market poster with a very Western Australian touch - a trio of creative numbats! Thanks to Nicole Moffat for the artwork. To see the work of many more creative Western Australians, make sure you join us at the State Theatre Centre on Sunday 27th July from 10am - 4pm for our winter market.

If you are interested in being a stallholder, applications are now open on our website. Make sure to read the FAQ section before submitting your application.

Subiaco Craft Collectibles and Community Fair Stallholder Callout

The Rotary Club of Matilda Bay is hosting its annual Subiaco Craft, Collectibles and Community Fair on Sunday 26 October 2014 at the Oak Lawn at the University of Western Australia. They are offering an Early Bird Registration until 31 July. Early bird stall prices range from $140 - $180. To book a stall go to http://www.subiacocraftfair.org.au/