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 Columbus Arts Festival’s Emerging Festival Artist program is a game-changer for local artists. Learn how this unique initiative provides essential training and mentorship, helping new exhibitors successfully launch their work into the vibrant world of art festivals.
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 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 in a Changing Climate: Adapting to Environmental Challenges Art fairs and festivals are beloved cultural events
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
The ZAPP Show Information Notification has gotten an upgrade! This month, we’ve redesigned and reformatted the weekly email with new
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