Red Earth Festival 2025
The 39th Annual Red Earth Festival is scheduled for March 21st - 23rd, 2025 at the beautiful National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City.
ART EXHIBIT BOOTH GUIDELINES
- Registered artists or representative must staff booth during all official Festival hours of operation.
- At the opening of the Festival, each artist must display at least eight (8) original works of art for sale.
- No animals are allowed in exhibit booths, except service dogs.
- Any artist who misrepresents himself/herself or his/her work to Red Earth, Inc. or who does not abide by the terms and conditions as set forth in these Guidelines will be removed from the Festival and will not be eligible for a refund. Cancellation of Booth space will not be refunded, transferable or credited to the next year.
- All artists must conduct themselves in a manner that reflects the dignity of the event, and in a manner that does not embarrass or reflect negatively on the Red Earth Festival and its participants.
- Red Earth reserves the right to prohibit the sale of any item or items deemed inappropriate without refund of booth payment.
- Red Earth provides security at the facility. It is the responsibility of the registered artist to maintain adequate insurance coverage for the possessions and property in their booth. Red Earth will not be responsible for any loss due to theft, accident, or act of nature.
- Use of drugs, and/or smoking by artists/exhibitors in the Festival is prohibited.
- No Walk-in booths are available.
- No stores or dealers are allowed.
- If you are a “no show” or move out early, you jeopardize your standing in the Festival the following year.
- Red Earth has the right to remove an artist from the Festival who fails to comply with the Festival Guidelines.
- Red Earth reserves the right to assign artists locations in the best interest of the Festival and reassign booths due to artist cancellations or no-shows.
ARTWORK RULES AND STANDARDS
- Artists must display original works of art for sale, created by the registered artist who occupies the booth. All items displayed for sale in booth must have been handmade by the registered artist. Artists cannot sell work made by someone else.
- All work must be properly represented to the buyer. All items displayed must be for sale and clearly priced. All artworks must bear the hallmark (signature, mark, or stamp) of the artist.
- To participate in the Art Competition the artist must be present at their booth during the entire Festival.
- All art is subject to evaluation by Red Earth representatives throughout the Festival. Red Earth representatives may request that any items not meeting established standards be removed from display. If asked to remove an item, please do so immediately.
- Artists cannot display or sell any items that contain materials derived from animals which are considered endangered or might otherwise be considered in violation of Federal or Oklahoma state laws. Absolutely no sale or display of prehistoric or culturally sensitive artifacts. Display or sale of ceremonial objects is strictly prohibited.
- Manufactured, imitation or commercial kits and molds are strictly prohibited. No imported, manufactured, or mass-produced items, such as mouse pads, coasters, magnets, mugs, t-shirts, candles, etc. For clarification, please contact the Red Earth office in advance of the show.
- Pottery: Commercially produced pottery, slip molds, or greenware are strictly prohibited. Hand-coiled or wheel thrown are acceptable. Kiln-fired pots and pots made or decorated with commercial materials must be properly identified. No mass-produced items.
- Jewelry: Only handmade jewelry may be sold. Natural turquoise does not need special labeling. Stabilized turquoise and synthetic opal must be properly labeled. No simulated turquoise, imitation stones, or machine-made components (except findings) can be used. All jewelry must bear the hallmark (signature, mark, or stamp) of the artist.
- 2-Dimensional Work: Paintings, drawings, graphics, and photography must be framed, matted, or shrink-wrapped.
- Paintings: Prints – Giclee and Limited-edition prints, signed and numbered by the artist, may be sold, and displayed in no more than 30% of the booth space. Note cards and calendars that include your artwork are acceptable. For clarification, please contact the Red Earth office in advance of the show.
- Weaving & Textiles: Rugs, blankets, belts, and purses must be handmade. All natural yarns and dyes are acceptable. Synthetic or acrylic yarn must be properly labeled. No products commercially produced kits or patterns.
For clarification, please contact the Red Earth office before the show.
Reserve Your Booth
Secure your space at the 39th Annual Red Earth Festival by completing your booth payment now. Lock in your spot, ensure a smooth setup process, and get ready to showcase your art at one of Oklahoma City's premier cultural events.
Schedule Your Move-In
Help us keep the process smooth by selecting your designated move-in time. Timely check-in ensures our volunteers can assist you efficiently with unloading and setting up your booth, minimizing congestion at the loading area.
Art Competition Guidelines
Review the official rules and submission criteria for the 2025 Red Earth Festival Art Competition. Review the guidelines to ensure your artwork meets all requirements, from eligibility and deadlines to entry limits.
Artist Booth Map
Explore the Festival layout and locate your addigned booth.
Coming From Out of Town?
Traveling to Oklahoma City for the festival? Find essential information on local transportation, lodging, and accommodations designed to help you plan a stress-free visit.
Art Awards & Celebration Dinner
As a registered artist with a purchased booth, you receive one complimentary ticket to the Art Awards & Celebration Dinner.
If you’d like to bring additional guests, discounted tickets are available at only $35 per person.
For more details or to secure your additional tickets, please click the button below.
(Your discount code will be emailed to you separately.)
Please note: The discounted rate applies to tickets purchased online by 5:00 PM on Friday, February 28, and will be reserved under your artist name for verification purposes. This is a seated dinner event, and the dress code is semi-formal.
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