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Superfine Art Fair San Francisco (Spring 2024) – Call For Artists

Superfine Art Fair San Francisco (Spring 2024) – Call For Artists

[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Superfine Art Fair announces a call for artists for the Superfine Art Fair San Francisco Spring 2024.

90 colorful and creative art professionals will be hand-picked to showcase with Superfine Art Fair, the most widespread artist-driven art fair in the United States, as it returns to the Bay Area for its most popular show of the year. New in 2024, Superfine takes over Fort Mason’s acclaimed waterfront space, the Gateway Pavilion, from March 21 – 24, 2024. Situated near the bustle of the Embarcadero with views of the Golden Gate Bridge, this 10,000+ square foot venue offers artists an immense scenic backdrop to display their works.

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Enter by:  8 March 2024

Hurry! Only 20 booths remain. Reserve them before they sell out!

Superfine Art Fair San Francisco Artist Benefits

  • No Commission: 100% of your art sales go directly to you.
  • Expand Your Reach: Meet face-to-face with collectors; over 75% of visitors report coming to buy new art.
  • Personalized Guidance: Expert advice, one-on-one guidance, educational sessions, and unlimited calls with Superfine’s co-founder.
  • Diverse Community: 60-70% of Superfine artists identify as women, LGBTQ+, or disadvantaged minority groups.
  • Exceptional Venues: High ceilings, warm atmospheres, well-trafficked, and located in the heart of the cities.
  • Inclusive Infrastructure: All the logistical details are taken care of; just bring your art, hang it, and be present to sell.

“I met a lot of buyers, interested gallery owners and public art representatives as well as brilliant fellow artists, and the very juicy cherry on top was that I sold 13 pieces over the 4 days! On top of that I also sold 2 more pieces after the fair had finished thanks to being on the Superfine website. It felt like I was part of a great family and I can’t wait for the next one!” – Valerie Auersperg, Superfine San Francisco Exhibitor

“I view my participation in this fair as planting seeds. Sure, I made art sales, but more importantly, I made connections with people that are going to help me grow my business over the next year.” – Joseph Shook, Superfine San Francisco Exhibitor

About Superfine Art Fair

Superfine Art Fair started in 2015 to transform the way that art fairs are run. Since then, Superfine has evolved into the #1 artist driven art fair in the United States and has brought together artists from all over the world to show in cities like New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, San Francisco, Savannah, and Seattle. With 6 shows slated for 2024, artists won’t want to miss the opportunity to receive personalized advice and build up their art careers.

For more information, contact info@superfine.world

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Superfine Art Fair Seattle (Washington) – Call For Artists

Superfine Art Fair Seattle (Washington) – Call For Artists

[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Superfine Art Fair announces a call for artists for Superfine Art Fair Seattle, to be held July 27 – 30, 2023. Sell art and meet collectors. Colorful, creative, and accessible, Superfine Art Fair returns to the Pacific Northwest with 2000+ high quality artworks from 70 in-person artists, thoughtfully curated and approachably priced from $50 to $5000.

 

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Enter by: 20 July 2023

Only 70 booths are available, 25% remain. Apply today! Reserve the most popular booths, 12 foot wide, before they sell out.

This year, the nationally recognized Superfine Art Fair Seattle returns to Belltown’s Block 41 simultaneously with The Seattle Art Fair. Superfine’s artist-to-buyer model creates a direct link between creator and collector in a professionally curated space that maintains a warm sense of hospitality.

This is an excellent exhibition opportunity where you will be face-to-face with pre-qualified buyers that are actively looking for art and the chance to sell your art with no commission.

You’ll be spoiled by:

  • No commission on your work (100% of art sales go directly to the artist)
  • A high-intent, art-buying audience (over 75% of visitors report coming to the fair to buy new art)
  • Personalized expert advice, insider tips, and continuous marketing support (educational sessions before, during, and after the fair)

“Superfine has been a life-changing experience that accelerated my career and created so many new relationships with artists, collectors, curators, galleries and journalists that I still benefit from to this day.” – Sean Christopher Ward | Superfine SF, NY, DC

About Superfine Art Fair

Superfine Art Fair has existed and expanded since 2015. With 8 fairs in 7 different cities across the United States, Superfine has helped countless emerging artists and midcareer professionals showcase their work and market their art at their fairs. With direct access to a team of experts in the field, you’ll be flooded with resources to make sure your fair experience is the best possible one you could have. Artists love the fair and there are a number of them that will go so far as to travel the country to show with us.

For more information, contact info@superfine.world.

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Superfine Art Fair Savannah (Georgia) – Call For Artists

Superfine Art Fair Savannah (Georgia) – Call For Artists

[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Superfine Art Fair announces a call for artists for the first Superfine Art Fair Savannah, to be held March 30 – April 2, 2023. Sell art and meet collectors in a modern, indoor, woman-owned venue in the heart of Savannah’s Historic District. No commission taken.

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Register by: 24 March 2023

Be spoiled by:

  • Personalized expert advice, insider tips, and continuous marketing support
  • In-fair sales and client connections (95% of our artists meet new collectors at each fair)
  • Real-world buyer responses that inform your art practice and business decisions
  • Long-lasting connections with fellow artists, arts professionals, and collectors alike

“Superfine has been a life-changing experience that accelerated my career and created so many new relationships with artists, collectors, curators, galleries and journalists that I still benefit from to this day.” – Sean Christopher Ward | Superfine SF, NY, DC

About Superfine Art Fair

Superfine combines the passion for producing and selling art with the passion of owning it. They use data and experience to target pre-qualified buyers with high purchase intent and high disposable income. Superfine provides expert assistance, gained from twenty fairs over seven years, with curating your price points and layouts for individual success. Webinars and in-fair seminars are taught to give you the best chance of success at the fair.

Superfine has spent the last eight years redefining the art fair model, connecting artists and collectors from around the world and teaching hand-picked artists how to sell their art at fairs in New York City, Washington DC, Los Angeles, Miami, San Francisco, Seattle, and Savannah.

For more information, contact info@superfine.world.

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Superfine Art Fair Miami 2023 (Florida) – Call For Artists

Superfine Art Fair Miami 2023 (Florida) – Call For Artists

[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Superfine Art Fair announces a call for artists for Superfine Art Fair Miami 2023, to be held February 16 – 19 at an iconic, centrally located new venue. The Ice Palace Studios is a 20,000+ square foot event venue, home to four consecutive NADA Art Fairs, Miami Fashion Week, PULSE (now VOLTA), and Contemporary Art Fair. This modern, indoor space is easily accessible to booming Edgewater, Downtown Miami, and Brickell high-rise communities as well as access via I95 and 836 to the entire Miami metro area and Fort Lauderdale.

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Enter by: 2 February 2023

Superfine combines the passion for producing and selling art with the passion of owning it. They use data and experience to target pre-qualified buyers with high purchase intent and high disposable income. Superfine provides expert assistance, gained from 20+ fairs over 7 years, with curating your price points and layouts for individual success. Webinars and in-fair seminars are taught to give you the best chance of success at the fair.

Superfine has spent the last 7 years redefining the art fair model, connecting artists and collectors from around the world and teaching hand-picked artists how to sell their art at fairs in New York City, Washington DC, Los Angeles, Miami, San Francisco, Seattle, and Savannah. Superfine started in Miami and is home to their largest annual fair, during peak February winter season. Show and sell your work in the center of the action during Art Wynwood, the Miami International Boat Show, and the greater metro area.

Be spoiled by:

  • Personalized expert advice, insider tips, and continuous marketing support from the leading
  • In-fair sales and client connections (95% of our artists meet new collectors at each fair)
  • Real-world buyer responses that inform your art practice and business decisions
  • Long-lasting connections with fellow artists, arts professionals, and collectors alike

No commission taken. 95% of our artists meet collectors. Expert advice and booth curation strategies provided.

“Superfine has been a life-changing experience that accelerated my career and created so many new relationships with artists, collectors, curators, galleries and journalists that I still benefit from to this day.” – Sean Christopher Ward | Superfine SF, NY, DC

“Superfine was created to bring down the barriers of the art world, with transparent prices, affordable pieces and non-intimidating events that encourages newcomers to the contemporary art world.” – Art Fair Magazine

About Superfine Industries

Superfine experts help you curate to sell, isolate ideal price points, create winning layouts, and curate strategically for art sales success. As art fairs for individual artists, Superfine fairs provide that extra bit of training that helps you succeed.

For more information, contact info@superfine.world.

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Superfine Art Fair Miami Beach (Florida) – Call For Artists

Superfine Art Fair Miami Beach (Florida) – Call For Artists

[Sponsored Listing] Superfine Art Fair Miami Beach announce a call for artists. From March 10-13, 2022 at the iconic 1111 Lincoln Road building, designed by Herzog & De Meuron, in the heart of Miami Beach. Meet new collectors, sell your art, and take the next step in your career.

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Enter by: 9 Mar 2022

Limited artist booths available

Known for uncommonly successful art fairs in iconic locations, Superfine Art Fair is the top avenue for artists to meet eager collectors and sell their work in the US.

Ranked “Miami’s Favorite Art Fair” in 2017 by the Miami New Times, Superfine Art Fair makes a triumphant return to Miami Beach. The fair will feature:

  • 25,000 square feet of exhibition space on the 7th floor of 1111 Lincoln with 360 degree views of Miami Beach
  • Partnerships including The Bass Museum of Art, Miami’s tech entrepreneur community, and municipal organizations
  • 5,000 ready-to-buy visitors over 4 days (25% of Superfine visitors report buying art at each fair)

Hosting Superfine Miami Beach in March affords exhibitors:

  • A top notch, high-traffic venue in the middle of peak season
  • Access to an affluent, art-hungry audience with much less competition and “noise” than December/Art Basel week
  • Networking opportunities with institutions, municipalities, and decision makers
  • Be at the center of a new Superfine Art Week in Miami Beach, rather than on the periphery of a more spread-out, less focused event

Superfine Miami Beach will host the same infrastructure Superfine clients are used to:

  • 10’ tall hardwood walls and museum quality exhibition lighting in a new, environmentally-friendly setting
  • Open air space surrounded by glass walls to mitigate wind
  • Commitment to reducing carbon output
  • Portion of proceeds donated to fighting climate change
  • Only 70 artists and collectives will be accepted into Superfine Miami Beach 2021

Recent Superfine fairs include New York’s 5th Avenue show in Midtown Manhattan, San Francisco at Fort Mason (across from the Golden Gate Bridge), and Washington DC at Union Market. Artists report meeting dozens of new collectors and each fair generates hundreds of thousands of dollars in collective in-fair art sales.

Testimonials

“I have been incredibly busy with sales…The cachet of being in a major art fair continues to reverberate.” – Jessica Ruth Freedman | Superfine Exhibitor

“I loved every second of my Superfine Art Fair experience…I met a lot of buyers, interested gallery owners and public art representatives as well as brilliant fellow artists, and the very juicy cherry on top was that I sold 13 pieces over the 4 days! On top of that I also sold 2 more pieces after the fair had finished thanks to being on the Superfine website. It felt like I was part of a great family and I can’t wait for the next one!” – Valerie Auersperg | Superfine SF

“Unlike large corporate fairs, Superfine is an art fair run by people who love what they do. They have a passion for art and offer support and motivation to the participating artists.” – Blair Martin Cahill | Superfine LA artist

“My connections to collectors from the Superfine DC fair still echo to this day.  With my one-of-a kind creations going to collectors’ homes, sales that lead to numerous commissioned works, generating continuous interest is something I couldn’t have asked as a better art fair experience.” – Lina Alattar | Superfine DC 2019 artist

“Superfine has been a life-changing experience that accelerated my career and created so many new relationships with artists, collectors, curators, galleries and journalists that I still benefit from to this day.” – Sean Christopher Ward | Superfine SF, NY, DC

About Superfine Art Fair

Since 2015, Superfine has shown artists from around the world how to sell their art at art fairs in NYC, Washington DC, Miami Beach, LA, San Francisco, and Seattle. Marketing art is second nature to them, and they love nothing more than to share that with eager, entrepreneurial artists.

Consistently ranked among the best art fairs for artists in the world, Superfine Art Fair has helped hundreds of artists get over feelings of hopelessness and anxiety about selling their work while gaining visibility and, most importantly, finding new collectors for their work. Superfine Art Fair artists report feeling taken care of, empowered, and in control of their careers.

Curate, curate, curate. That’s the mantra for each fair. While every artist is incredible in their own way, Superfine’s team hand-picks those with individual style, a high level of professionalism, and top-quality work. You may even feel a little intimidated at first by the artists around you, but that feeling will soon switch to pride.

Superfine are big believers that a proper presentation makes all the differences. Whether open-air or indoor, art fairs exemplify a higher level of production than most art fairs for individual artists.

Buyers buy more art when they feel comfortable interacting with the artists. Superfine creates a relaxed atmosphere that encourages art sales.

For more information, contact exhibit@superfine.world.

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Superfine Art Fair Los Angeles (California) – Call For Artists

Superfine Art Fair Los Angeles (California) – Call For Artists

[Sponsored Listing] Superfine Art Fair Los Angeles announce a call for artists. Meet your next collector. Begin your journey with a booth at Superfine Art Fair in LA on February 3-6, 2022. Booths are 70% sold out.

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Enter by 2 Feb 2022

Are you frustrated by marketing your art or struggling to connect with buyers and art collectors?

Superfine Art Fair Los Angeles is the next step in your journey as an artist. Unlike most conventional art fairs, Superfine removes the exorbitant barriers to entry and maintains the highest quality of marketing for individual artists. Whether you are seeking guidance on curation or pricing, Superfine is actively involved in your success.

Artists receive expert advice on the curation and marketing of their art work. If you aren’t confident about your pieces, then your art immediately becomes more difficult to sell. At every Superfine Art Fair event, artists are assisted to ensure connections are made and goals are reached. In addition to the private assistance, Superfine brings in pre-qualified buyers to the fair – those with disposable incomes and desire to buy art. Free webinars and seminars are held throughout the duration of the fair and the Artist Business Plan Podcast serve as other means of educating artists.

“The fair itself was an amazing experience, the atmosphere was so welcoming and warm. I met a lot of buyers, interested gallery owners and public art representatives as well as brilliant fellow artists and the very juicy cherry on top was that I sold 13 pieces over the 4 days! On top of that I also sold 2 more pieces after the fair had finished thanks to being on the Superfine website. It felt like I was part of a great family and I can’t wait for the next one!” -Valerie Auersperg, Superfine Exhibitor

“The art-world antidote to ‘the bloated, oversized art fair model.’” -Sarah Cascone & Caroline Goldstein, Artnet

“Giving the traditional model of selling and acquiring art a run for its money.” – Sam Manzella, Logo’s NewNowNext

“Superfine isn’t a traditional art fair.” – Amanda Lauren, Forbes

About Superfine Art Fair

From East to West, Superfine is all over the map. They started with Superfine art fairs in NYC and Miami and quickly expanded to the first DC art fair in October 2018. Shortly afterward, they brought their unique approach to art fairs to LA and San Francisco. In every city, they connect top local and global artists to an art-hungry populous eager to discover new artists and their work. What’s up next? Art fairs in Seattle, Dallas, and Chicago are coming up in the future. Stay tuned as Superfine Art Fair continues to grow into one of the best art fairs in the US.

For more information, contact info@superfine.world.

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Superfine NYCx3 Is 90% Full – Register Now – Call For Artists

Superfine NYCx3 Is 90% Full – Register Now – Call For Artists

Superfine NYCx3 is 90% full. Don’t miss your chance to sell your art. Superfine Art Fair is the country’s top artist-focused fair, empowering artists to sell their work directly to collectors in 6 cities across the US and growing. NYCx3 is a unique trifecta of fairs each surrounding a different theme to be held from 9/30 to 10/30 at Center 415 in Midtown on 5th Avenue, just steps from Bryant Park.

Superfine empowers artists to sell more art by making the art-buying process inclusive and welcoming. Fairs are ideal for both emerging and established artists interested in building a strong and eager collector base.

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Deadline: 21 Sept 2021

Superfine NYCx3 is a unique trifecta of fairs spread across 20,000 square feet with 3 separate halls for each of fair:

  • (Wo)man – the country’s first and largest all-female commercial art fair (3 booths available)
  • Myth – top global surreal artists (5 booths available)
  • Magick – Evolving LGBTQ+ perspectives (7 booths available)

Ready to take your art career to the next level? Don’t miss your chance to exhibit and sell at Superfine NYCx3. Artist booths are extremely limited and applications are accepted on a rolling basis with a hard cutoff of September 21st.

Superfine NYCx3 Benefits

Superfine takes no commission on any artwork sold, either in person at the fair or via an online E-Fair.

  • 95% of Superfine artists report making at least two new collectors at each Superfine fair
  • 25% of Superfine visitors purchase art at each fair
  • 70% of Superfine visitors cite “Meeting and connecting with the artists” as their favorite attribute of our fairs

Make art. Sell art. Superfine does the rest. A professional, courteous, and knowledgeable team of experts guiding you every step of the way.
Superfine is coming at you in 2021 with safety and a better selling environment in mind for exhibiting artists including:

  • Smaller crowds with pre-vetted, more serious collectors
  • Build meaningful connections thanks to more one-on-one time with potential buyers (70-75% of attendees said their favorite thing about fairs is connecting with artists)
  • Unidirectional floor plan for better traffic flow

“Superfine has been a life-changing experience that accelerated my career and created so many new relationships with artists, collectors, curators, galleries and journalists that I still benefit from to this day.” – Sean Christopher Ward, Exhibiting Artist

“Exhibiting at Superfine was a very positive and profitable experience for me. The collectors that attended were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in the work on display. Unlike large corporate fairs, Superfine is an art fair run by people who love what they do. They have a passion for art and offer support and motivation to the participating artists.” – Blair Martin Cahill, Superfine Artist

“My Superfine experience was instrumental for my growth as an artist. I made new connections, found new homes for my paintings, and discovered new ways to think about my work and my process. All this is thanks to the Superfine team’s professionalism: their hands-on approach, their diligence, and their care are felt at all times.” – Ken Goshen, Superfine Artist

About Superfine Industries

Superfine is the art fair that puts young professionals in touch with hundreds of cutting-edge works by the world’s top emerging artists.

For more information, contact creative@superfine.world.

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