American Craft Made Emerging Artists Program
American Craft Made Emerging Artists Program
The American Craft Council's Emerging Artist program was formerly known as Hip Pop.
ACC recognizes and supports artists as they make their way through different stages on their pathway to practice.
If you are new to American Craft Made marketplaces and consider yourself an emerging artist, we encourage you to apply as an American Craft Made Emerging Artist (formerly known as Hip Pop).
Now in its seventh year, the American Craft Made Emerging Artists program is a juried showcase of top emerging talent that provides a pathway for early-career artists into our established craft marketplaces. With lower-cost booths, extensive exhibitor support, and marketplace award opportunities, this program gives emerging artists an unparalleled opportunity to grow their clientele and careers. Artists may enroll in the program for up to three years.
Be the first to learn about artist applications and other opportunities.
To be notified when applications open for future marketplace opportunities, please join our exhibitor email list below. You'll receive details about taking part in our American Craft Made in-person events and Online Artists Directory, along with other special opportunities for craft artists.
To get a feel for what's involved in applying, view the information from our previous application period.
Emerging Artist Definition
Based on the guidelines of the Jerome Foundation (St. Paul, Minnesota), ACC embraces a broad definition that supports artists early in their careers, regardless of age, who create new work, and:
- Offer a distinct vision, authentic voice, and have a focused direction and goals
- Take risks and embrace challenges
- Show evidence of professional achievement but haven’t yet established a solid reputation as an artist/maker/business within their field, the media, funding circles, or the public at large
Questions about our Emerging Artists Program?
Please contact ACC Senior Director of Programs and Partnerships Gwynne Rukenbrod Smith at [email protected].