Welcome to the ZAPP Blog! Explore resources for artists and administrators, learn about recent site updates, and discover what is happening in the art fair and festival industry.
The Art Festival Glossary for Emerging Artists Navigating the world of art fairs and festivals can be overwhelming for new artists. This glossary is designed to demystify commonly used terminology
Ever wondered what it’s like to jury a major art festival? We spoke with Nathalia Toledo Barcia and James Pearce, artists who recently juried the 2025 Cherry Creek Arts Festival. They share expert insights on applying to juried art shows, crafting strong artist statements, and improving booth presentation.
In 2004, Bruce Reinfeld was the very first artist to sign up for a ZAPP account. In this video, find
In 1997, Ann Fleming and a group of volunteers founded Art In The Pearl, an outdoor art festival in Portland,
As ZAPP celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, we are taking a moment to reflect on how application management
Art fairs and festivals are beloved cultural events that bind communities; however, it’s hard to ignore the ever-growing impact climate
In April 2021, the first episode of the Independent Artist Podcast was released. Since then, co-hosts Douglas Sigwarth and Will
If you’re a ZAPP administrator looking for an easy way to showcase the artists participating in your event, look no
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