RS Cons
Taking place over Memorial Day Weekend during the annual ArtSpring Festival, RS Cons puts you in front of one of the largest art-buying crowds of the year in Thomas, WV.
Thousands of customers move through our space that weekend, creating a rare opportunity for emerging artists to showcase their work, connect with buyers, and generate meaningful sales in a high-energy environment.
Only 5 artists will be selected for this opportunity.
Each selected artist will be provided with a booth space in the RS Flex Space, a newly expanded, connected storefront adjacent to BLOOM, where they can sell their work, engage directly with customers, and gain real market experience.
Who This Is For
- Visual artists and makers, including printmakers, painters, illustrators, designers, ceramic artists, and jewelry makers
- Individuals looking to step into a high-traffic, in-person sales environment
- Artists and makers ready to present and sell their work to a live audience
- Artists who are NOT currently on the BLOOM roster
Selection Process
- Submissions are reviewed by our internal team
- Your online portfolio will be evaluated for fit, quality, and readiness
- Selected artists will be notified directly
Details
- Artists will be provided with a dedicated booth space
- This is a short-term, event-based opportunity over Memorial Day Weekend
- Artists are expected to be present and actively engage with customers
Application Dates & Fees
- Applications Open: March 23, 2026
- Application Deadline: Friday, April 10, 2026 at 11:59 PM
- Application Fee: None
- Booth Fee: $150
Includes a full weekend market opportunity
(Friday, May 22 setup + Saturday, May 23 and Sunday, May 24 sales) - Extremely limited capacity
Use the form below to tell us who you are and why you’re a strong fit for RS Cons. Selected artists will be notified directly following the application deadline.
Due to limited capacity, not all applicants will be accepted.