About the Open Call

Talbot Street Art Fair is the oldest juried art fair in Central Indiana. It is a high-quality exhibition held in the picturesque Herron-Morton neighborhood. The fair features intensive marketing, strong community support, and professional security. Artists are selected through a jury process and must be present for the duration of the event. The fair prohibits imports and commercially manufactured items, ensuring a focus on original fine art and crafts.

What is Offered

Selected artists receive a 10x10 booth space in a high-attendance urban art fair, overnight security, and inclusion in a juried exhibition with eligibility for awards that exempt future participation from the jury process.

Requirements

Artists must submit images of work executed within the last three years, including a high-quality booth image. Work must be original; no imports, kits, or commercially manufactured items are permitted. Artists must provide their own 10x10 professional white tent and be present at the booth for the entire event. Print reproductions are limited to 25% of total display.

How to Apply

Artists must apply through the ZAPPlication platform by submitting images of their work and a booth shot. Multiple applications (up to 8) are allowed per artist.