The American Craft Council is looking for 15 rising craft artists to participate in the AltCraft section of their annual flagship show in Baltimore on Feb. 25-28.

AltCraft celebrates the innovative techniques and materials of the burgeoning handmade movement. This is an opportunity for talented artists and indie designers to gain national exposure at a well-established show, which typically attracts more than 25,000 guests annually.

Applicants are eligible only if they have NOT shown in an American Craft Council show previously. Embellished commerically-bought items (such as t-shirts and notecards) are not eligible. The deadline has been extended to Monday, Oct. 19.

Crafters, you are asked to submit:

3 low-resolution images of your work
a brief description of your work (materials, dimensions, techniques)
contact information (mailing address, email addresses & website)
if the application is for the Baltimore, Atlanta or both

Send submissions and inquiries to Erika at altcraft@craftcouncil.org. Finalists will be announced in mid-November. To read more about the show, visit the ACC web site.

Image courtesy of The American Craft Council