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While we cannot hold the Bethesda Row Arts Festival in person, we are excited to bring you a selection of artists from past shows — and the opportunity to purchase their incredible works. Sort by artistic discipline, locale, and whether you can BUY NOW online. Scroll down to see the directory.

We look forward to seeing you at the festival next year. Until then, stay safe and healthy — and thank you for supporting the arts.

Apply to Participate

$50 application fee.

Apply online through May 31, 2020.
APPLY ONLINE through June 30 (extended).
ANNOUNCEMENT DATE of July 30.
BOOTH PAYMENT DEADLINE of August 30.

The Festival attracts high income attendees come from the Washington, DC Metro Area, and the surrounding suburbs of Bethesda, Chevy Chase and Upper Northwest. The three mile radius around the Festival has an average household income of $196,910, making it one of the nation’s most affluent and educated art marketplaces.

The event is promoted through a targeted and integrated marketing plan, which includes a comprehensive social media and internet campaign, magazine and newspaper advertising, postcards and posters, and radio promotion. Our public relation firm works with the local chamber of commerce and urban district to engage the community, and reach out to new audiences.

Engaging, answering questions and sharing my unique work with many show attendees.

Great interaction with knowledgeable buyers.

Quality, high-end buyers.

Great buying energy this year!

The incredible amount of buyers.

Enjoyed the engaging crowd. And the great weather.

Speaking with lots of engaged customers about my art.

How the abundant attendees loved my product and didn’t flinch at price points!

Please apply under one (or more) of the 16 Artistic Disciplines. Roll over each icon for more information.

Ceramics

Ceramics

CeramicsOriginal clay and porcelain work other than jewelry. If multiple pieces of the same design are displayed, each must be signed.
Digital Art

Digital Art

Digital ArtIncludes any original work in which the original image, or the manipulation of other source material, was executed by the artist using the computer. Work must be in editions, signed and numbered, on archival papers, inks and emulsions.
Drawing

Drawing

DrawingWork created using dry medium including pencil, chalk, pastel or charcoal, etc. or from fluid mediums like inks and washes applied by pen or brush. A minimum of 75% of work for sale (hanging and in bins) must be originals. Hand-colored reproductions are not considered originals. All work must be clearly labeled as original or reproduction.
Decorative Fiber

Decorative Fiber

Decorative FiberAny work created from fiber, including leather and basketry. No machine tooling, machine-screened patterns or other forms of mass productions allowed.
Wearable Fiber

Wearable Fiber

Wearable FiberAny work created from fiber, including leather. No machine tooling, machine-screened patterns or other forms of mass productions allowed
Glass

Glass

GlassGlasswork that has been handcrafted by glass blowing, molding, casting or kiln-forming. No alterations of pre-fabricated glass objects.
Graphics

Graphics

GraphicsOriginal works created using traditional printmaking methods including block, lithograph, serigraph, etc.
Jewelry

Jewelry

JewelryAll jewelry must be entered into this category. NO STRUNG PEARLS OR BEADS. You may only display jewelry if you have been accepted in this category.
Metal

Metal

MetalIncludes all non-sculptural, non-jewelry works crafted from metals. No production studio work is allowed.
Mixed Media

Mixed Media

Mixed MediaTwo-dimensional work that incorporated more than one type of physical material in their production.
Mixed Media 3D

Mixed Media 3D

Mixed Media 3DThree-dimensional work that incorporates more than one type of physical material in their production.
Oil/Acrylic

Oil/Acrylic

Oil/AcrylicTwo-dimensional work created in oils / acrylics. A minimum of 75% of work for sale (hanging and in bins) must be originals. Hand-colored reproductions are not considered originals. All work must be clearly labeled as original or reproduction.
Photo

Photo

PhotoPrints created from the artist's original negative processed by the artist. Prints must be framed to hang on the walls. If prints are in a bin, they must be matted and signed.
Sculpture

Sculpture

SculptureThree-dimensional work created in any medium.
Watercolor

Watercolor

WatercolorCreation of a still life, portrait, landscape, abstract or other image on a flat surface with watercolors. A minimum of 75% of work for sale (hanging and in bins) must be originals. Hand-colored reproductions are not considered originals. All work must be clearly labeled as original or reproduction.
Wood

Wood

WoodOriginal works in wood that are hand-tooled, machine-worked, turned or carved.

PLEASE READ ABOUT OUR COMMITMENT AND COVID-19 PLANS.

The Bethesda Row Arts Festival has always been “artist focused,” creating a unique experience that has successfully connected artists with buyers for more than 23 years. Our goal is to do that again this October 10–11.

Our interest is your interest, so we wanted to share with you our thoughts and planning — and commit to being transparent with you:

Health & Safety

Your health and safety is paramount in our decision-making. We are working with local and state health agencies, and using best practices gleaned from other outdoor events to develop a modified site plan promoting hygiene and social distancing. Our footprint will allow greater spacing between artists, provisions for hand washing stations, and access to sanitizing gels. As October approaches, our planning will become more specific, and we will publish these for your review.

Financial

Should we find ourselves in a position where the event is cancelled, our priority is to not leave artists at a financial disadvantage. We will offer two options to make you whole:

  • Option A: Artists will receive a refund for any paid booth fees, minus a 10% fee for credit card and other fees. Artists choosing this option will receive a complimentary application fee for 2021.
  • Option B: Artists carry forward their booth fee credit in full for the 2021 Festival, with automatic jury free acceptance into the Festival

In order to give you time to evaluate, we have extended our Application Deadline to June 30. Our jury will make selections by our updated announcement date of July 30, therefore there are no refunds of our $50 Zapplication fee.

If you do not already follow us on social media, find us on all major platforms at @bethesdarowarts, and be sure to join our email list below.

All of you are in our thoughts. Please stay safe and healthy, and keep creating great art.

Robert Deutsch – Principal
Jim Taglauer and Jon Gann – Festival co-Directors

Bethesda Row Arts Festival
October 10-11, 2020
bethesdarowarts.org

2020 Online Artists

We are happy to share our 2020 Online Artists. Click on their images for more information.

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  1. Agata PeszkoDisciplineFiber - Decorative
  2. El Cuero del ToroAlberto ToroDisciplineFiber - Decorative
  3. Alexandra N ShermanDisciplineMixed Media 2D
  4. Amanda SpaidDisciplineDrawing/Pastels
  5. Ana Barragan LLCAna Maria Barragan and Ana BarraganDisciplineWoodAwardBest in Discipline
  6. Andrew Sovjani PhotographyAndrew SovjaniDisciplinePhotography
  7. Annette PoitauDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  8. Annie SimcoeDisciplineMixed Media 2D
  9. Ashley Chiang DisciplineMixed Media 2D
  10. Ashley Sauder MillerDisciplineMixed Media 2D
  11. August Nine DesignsAustin TitusDisciplineJewelry
  12. barbara umbel jewelry designBarbara Umbel and Rick UmbelDisciplineJewelry
  13. Jarjour PotteryBashar Jarjour and Roula JarjourDisciplineCeramicsAwardBest in Discipline
  14. Ben Smith GlassBenjamin SmithDisciplineGlass
  15. Fowler ThelenBill Thelen and Laurie FowlerDisciplineMixed Media 3D
  16. Bobby GoldsmithDisciplineDrawing/PastelsAwardSecond Place
  17. Bonnie Hedden DesignsBonnie HeddenDisciplineJewelry
  18. Brad PogatetzDisciplinePhotography
  19. Brian MurphyDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  20. Bruce ReinfeldDisciplineDigital Art
  21. Bruce ReinfeldDisciplinePhotography
  22. Caitie Sellers MetalsmithCaitie SellersDisciplineJewelry
  23. Carole Kyle HandbagsCarole KyleDisciplineFiber - Wearable
  24. Carolyn ThomeCarolyn ThomeDisciplinePhotography
  25. cassieart.comCassie TaggartDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  26. Catscapes Inc.Cat Tesla DisciplineMixed Media 2D
  27. Catherine ColoneyDisciplineFiber - Wearable
  28. MercatoChika Michieli and Chika MichieliDisciplineFiber - Wearable
  29. Chris Coffey PhotographsChris CoffeyDisciplinePhotography
  30. Falck Photography LLCChristopher FalckDisciplinePhotography
  31. Christos J. PaliosChristos PaliosDisciplinePhotographyAwardBest in Discipline
  32. Clare A WinslowDisciplineMixed Media 2D
  33. Damon PlaDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  34. David BenyosefDisciplineGlass
  35. David BryceDisciplineSculpture
  36. David Cieslikowski PhotographyDavid CieslikowskiDisciplinePhotography
  37. David GilbertsenDisciplineMixed Media 3D
  38. David GordonDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  39. David JulianDisciplineDigital Art
  40. Hardwood CreationsDavid LevyDisciplineWood
  41. The Paintings of David OleskiDavid OleskiDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  42. Russell GlassworksDavid RussellDisciplineGlassAwardBest in Discipline
  43. Sandidge Art GlassDavid SandidgeDisciplineGlass
  44. Dawn's Artisan JewelryDawn MiddletonDisciplineJewelry
  45. Deana GoldsmithDisciplineDrawing/Pastels
  46. Debra AdelsonDisciplineJewelryAwardThird Place
  47. Devin FengDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  48. Dewey James StudioDewey JamesDisciplineDigital Art
  49. My Trusty Palette KnifeDiane MilksDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  50. Camerton DesignsDolores Fawkes and Dolores FawkesDisciplineJewelry
  51. Rustbelt RebirthDoug MeyerDisciplineMetalworkAwardBest in Discipline
  52. DanceprintsErik SaulitisDisciplinePhotography
  53. Eugene Perry Metal ArtEugene PerryDisciplineSculpture
  54. Ezgi KayaDisciplineJewelry
  55. Gary StretarDisciplineOil/AcrylicAwardBest in Discipline
  56. Geoff Buddie and Chris RomDisciplineMixed Media 3D
  57. Geoffrey HarrisDisciplineDigital Art
  58. Ceffalio ArtGeorge CeffalioDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  59. Textile Design by HeatherHeather CohenDisciplineFiber - Wearable
  60. Heidi HessDisciplineFiber - Wearable
  61. Thorn Ridge StudiosHenry LevineDisciplineGlass
  62. CameraSHY CoveHillary BurkettDisciplineJewelry
  63. Ila Catherine HofackerDisciplineMixed Media 3D
  64. Nielsen MetalsJ NielsenDisciplineJewelry
  65. J. Ford HuffmanDisciplineMixed Media 3D
  66. Jack BrumbaughDisciplineDrawing/Pastels
  67. Jason Sharp and Jason SharpDisciplineWood
  68. JD Dennison LLCJD DennisonDisciplineDigital ArtAwardBest in Discipline
  69. Jean BenvenutoDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  70. Jeff Pender CeramicsJeff Pender and Anne PenderDisciplineCeramics
  71. Jeffrey CannonDisciplineDrawing/PastelsAwardBest in Discipline
  72. Range of EmotionJenae MichelleDisciplineFiber - Wearable
  73. Contemporary Fine Art by Jennifer GardnerJennifer GardnerDisciplineMixed Media 2D
  74. Jenny MartosDisciplineMetalwork
  75. Jeri VitelloDisciplineFiber - Wearable
  76. Studio JmcGJessica McGrathDisciplineJewelry
  77. Jill Banks Art Ltd.Jill BanksDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  78. James & Lynn LemyreJim and Lynn Lemyre and Lynn LemyreDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  79. Joe JacobsDisciplineDrawing/Pastels
  80. John Deng PhotographyJohn DengDisciplinePhotography
  81. John MaurerDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  82. J. C. Sterling fine furnitureJohn SterlingDisciplineWood
  83. Jonah GreenDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  84. Midnight Oil Studio & WorkshopJonathan Metzger and Allison MetzgerDisciplineGraphics & PrintmakingAwardBest in Discipline
  85. Joseph EnglishDisciplineGraphics & Printmaking
  86. Julie Keaten-ReedDisciplineWatercolor
  87. Jupi's Art & ConsultingJupi DasDisciplineMixed Media 2DAwardBest in Discipline
  88. Kana's ArtKana HandelDisciplineMixed Media 2D
  89. Karen Coston JewelryKaren Clark DisciplineJewelry
  90. Kathrine Allen-Coleman Mixed Media ArtistKathrine Allen-ColemanDisciplineMixed Media 2D
  91. Steel & GrainKevin ScheimreifDisciplineMixed Media 3DAwardBest in Discipline
  92. Kina CrowDisciplineMixed Media 3D
  93. Kipley MeyerDisciplineSculpture
  94. Kirsten DenbowDisciplineJewelry
  95. K.Gereau TextilesKristin GereauDisciplineFiber - Wearable
  96. Kyle OsvogDisciplineCeramics
  97. Lana HeckendornDisciplineCeramics
  98. Turtlepoint Driftwood LLCLarry RinggoldDisciplineSculptureAwardBest in Discipline
  99. Mosaics By LeeLee ForanDisciplineMixed Media 3D
  100. Emerald Art StudioLeon RuizDisciplineMixed Media 2D
  101. beebop & wallyLisa Green and Ravi MarimuthuDisciplineFiber - Wearable
  102. Lorann JacobsDisciplineSculpture
  103. Louisa PowellDisciplineDrawing/Pastels
  104. Luke StretarDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  105. Margaret ThornDisciplineWatercolor
  106. Maria StoneDisciplineCeramics
  107. Maritza Silk DesignMaritza NewmanDisciplineFiber - WearableAwardBest in Discipline
  108. Bowers Productions Inc.Marjorie BowersDisciplineDrawing/Pastels
  109. bowled-over woodturningMark SpeiserDisciplineWood
  110. Marshall BurnsDisciplineSculpture
  111. Mary MillerDisciplineMixed Media 3D
  112. l&m studioMeg Oliver and Lucie PiedraDisciplineCeramics
  113. O'KeefeMelanie O'Keefe and Melanie O'KeefeDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  114. StubbornStilesMelissa StilesDisciplineJewelry
  115. Sculpture by Michael AlfanoMichael AlfanoDisciplineSculpture
  116. Michael Brown Optical ArtMichael BrownDisciplineGraphics & Printmaking
  117. Michael ChenDisciplinePhotography
  118. Michael GardDisciplineSculpture
  119. Michael Hayes GlassMichael HayesDisciplineGlass
  120. Black Rabbit RugsMichael HeilmanDisciplineFiber - Decorative
  121. Michele BanksDisciplineWatercolor
  122. Michele FriedmanDisciplineJewelry
  123. Michele LeVettDisciplineJewelry
  124. Things of SteelMichelle Zorich and Katherine MartinDisciplineMetalwork
  125. Mihira KarraDisciplineFiber - Decorative
  126. Mike Sluder MetalworksMike SluderDisciplineMetalwork
  127. Mike Sorge ~ Wood ArtisanMike SorgeDisciplineWood
  128. Mimi Hay DesignsMimi HayDisciplineFiber - Wearable
  129. Myra BurgMyra Burg and Liz CummingsDisciplineMixed Media 3D
  130. Nancy NelsonDisciplineJewelry
  131. Dance Wither GlassworksNolan ProhaskaDisciplineGlass
  132. Onyx V. CrimbilOnyx CrimbilDisciplineSculpture
  133. Spika StudioPamela SpikaDisciplineMixed Media 2D
  134. P.A. Kessler StudioPatricia (Pam) KesslerDisciplineWatercolorAwardBest in Discipline
  135. Patrick BroughtonDisciplineMixed Media 2D
  136. Patrick SeufertDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  137. Paul Braun StudiosPaul BraunDisciplineSculpture
  138. Paul Freundt Art FurniturePaul FreundtDisciplineSculpture
  139. Pete KledarasDisciplineMixed Media 3D
  140. Whimsical Colorful YouR Kay PiarDisciplineWatercolor
  141. R. Michael WommackDisciplineDrawing/Pastels
  142. Sankora StudiosR.C. SanfordDisciplineWood
  143. Ray MostellerDisciplinePhotography
  144. mannapotteryRezgar MamandiDisciplineMixed Media 3D
  145. Ric Fine ArtsRic GrossmanDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  146. Shibumi SilksRichard Borden and Patricia DisantisDisciplineMixed Media 2D
  147. Elkin StudioRichard ElkinDisciplineJewelry
  148. richard gayle photographyRichard HilgendorffDisciplinePhotography
  149. Richard James NelsonRichard James NelsonDisciplineGraphics & Printmaking
  150. Richard Wilson Fine Arts & Graphics Inc.Richard WilsonDisciplineDrawing/PastelsAwardBest in Show
  151. Robert FriedenbergDisciplineDrawing/Pastels
  152. Rob Glebe DesignRobert GlebeDisciplineMetalwork
  153. Ronald LentzDisciplineWood
  154. Ryan EicherDisciplineGlass
  155. Sandi Garris FibersSandi GarrisDisciplineFiber - Decorative
  156. Sandra Sedmak Engel ArtSandra Sedmak EngelDisciplineMixed Media 2D
  157. ArtephaxScott MatyjaszekDisciplineMixed Media 2D
  158. ArtephaxScott MatyjaszekDisciplineDigital Art
  159. Myrtle Grove FurnitureSean SchieberDisciplineWood
  160. Patient Medicines Blown GlassSebastian ColemanDisciplineGlass
  161. MAAC LLCSelma KaracaDisciplineFiber - Wearable
  162. Sharon TesserSharon TesserDisciplineFiber - Decorative
  163. Shekina Designs hand painted silksShekina RudoyDisciplineFiber - Wearable
  164. nyeariSheko Kirby & Sarkis Chouljian and Sarkis ChouljianDisciplineJewelryAwardBest in Discipline
  165. Spirit & Samuel BushDisciplineJewelry
  166. Stacey Krantz JewelryStacey KrantzDisciplineJewelry
  167. Stephen BrehmDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  168. Steve UrenDisciplineWood
  169. Steve WannaDisciplineMixed Media 2D
  170. Susan Williams StudiosSusan Williams and Brad BatesDisciplineDigital Art
  171. Art FusionSyed AhmadDisciplineGlass
  172. Tanya KirouacDisciplineMixed Media 2D
  173. Tanya TyreeDisciplineSculpture
  174. Teresa Haag ArtTeresa HaagDisciplineOil/Acrylic
  175. Thomas BotheDisciplineCeramics
  176. Tom Wachs PhotographyThomas WachsDisciplinePhotography
  177. Tom LoweTom LoweDisciplineSculpture
  178. Zavison Rolfes StudioZavison Rolfes and Melanie RolfesDisciplineMetalwork
  179. Zeny CieslikowskiDisciplinePhotography

New for 2019

Starter Gallery - Emerging Artists in the Lane

You gotta start somewhere! We know that collecting art can be daunting — so many styles and disciplines, in every price point. Introducing “stARTer gallery” — a separate cluster of tents located on Bethesda Lane, featuring local and emerging artists showcasing their works to first-time and novice art collectors. To assist with the process, student art curators are on-hand to ensure your connections with the artists are personal and meaningful.

Volunteer as an Art Ambassador

New for 2019

We invite you to participate with us as an Art Ambassador — volunteers who assist with patron services, relieving artists, and creating a fun and hospitable environment for all to enjoy! The only skill needed is a big smile and the willingness to help out.

Sign Up Now

DOWNLOAD THE
FESTIVAL PROGRAM

Catalog Cover

The official festival program will be inserted into the Sunday, October 6 Washington Post, and is available at stores throughout Bethesda Row — and, of course, will be available on-site from our Art Ambassadors. Click on the image above to download a PDF version today, and start planning your visit!

How To
Get
Here

LOCATED IN ThE hEART OF BEThESDA,
GETTING hERE IS EASY.

METRO

The show is two blocks from the Bethesda Metro Station (Red Line). At the top of the escalator, turn left through the bus terminal to Woodmont Avenue. Turn left on Woodmont and walk into the festival.

DRIVING

The public garage in the middle of the festival is accessible from Bethesda Avenue via Arlington Road, and other lots near the event are also open. Please do not park in private lots, or the lots of other businesses.

BIKING

The Capital Crescent Trail crosses the show at the corner of Woodmont Avenue and Bethesda Avenue. There is plenty of bike parking throughout the show. Please do not block sidewalks or walkways.

Now Accepting Artists Applications

Click for our ZApplication

Event Partners

Partnership opportunities are still available for the Bethesda Row Arts Festival! Give your organization an opportunity to connect with the surrounding community!

Each October, more than 35.000 people gather to witness Bethesda Row’s transformation into an outdoor art gallery featuring 190 of the finest artists. Come take part and support the local community!

Marketing for Bethesda Row Arts Festival will be comprehensive, and includes internet, magazine, newspaper, postcards, posters, street banners, television, transit, and radio. Marketing is targeted to individuals with high disposable income and interest in fine arts. Upon sponsorship confirmation, your organization will be featured on the Bethesda Row Arts Festival website and on all festival promotional material.

Bethesda Row Arts Festival

October 10–11, 2020

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