Attention Artists, PLEASE READ EVERYTHING (CLOSED):
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Showcase Your Talent at The Funk Before Christmas artshow on Saturday, December 13 | 7–10 PM at The Kre8ive Shop Studio in Maplewood MO.​ Join us for The Funk Before Christmas artshow, an immersive night of art, music, and poetry—curated by international artist Dismoc Le Ma and organized by Artist Take.
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Set in one of Maplewood’s most dynamic creative spaces, this year’s event promises more energy, more connection, and more creativity than ever before. Black Friday starts early—submission fees are discounted for a limited time. See full details below. Do you want to become a vendor?
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New in 2025:
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Pre-show mixer from 4–5:30pm to highlight the art and connect before the main event.
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“Best of Show” prize worth over $200:
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$100 cash
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Free submission to one of our art shows in 2026
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Merch bag
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Certificate
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Featured article on artisttake.com
(Note: Winner must attend to claim the prize)​​
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"Editor's Pick"​​
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Free submission to one of our art shows in 2026
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Certificate
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Featured article on artisttake.com
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Missed last year? Catch some of the highlights on our IG page — check them out HERE!
Non-Juried Opportunities (open to all artists)
Please note: The sale of marijuana or other drugs, alcohol, and food is strictly prohibited.
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Table Vendor – $45 (non-refundable) (SOLD OUT)
Includes one 4ft table and one chair. Perfect for selling original pieces, prints, or merchandise.
Juried Gallery Submission
Want to be part of our curated exhibition? Submit your best work! Open theme! We want to see your best work.
$8 (regular price $15) submission fee for up to 5 artworks (Non-refundable)
$13 (regular price $20) submission fee for up to 8 artworks (Non-refundable)
Please note: This is a juried process, so while all submissions are welcome, selection is not guaranteed.
Requirements:
- Artists must be 18 or older
- Must be able to travel to St. Louis, MO
- Only hangable artwork will be accepted for Juried Gallery Submission
Important Information:
- Submission fees are non-refundable.
- Artists are responsible for managing sales of their work. Ensure you have card readers or digital payment methods (e.g., Cash App) prepared.
- Artists retain 100% of the proceeds from their sales; we do not take a commission.
- Sold artwork may be removed from display by the customer.
- The art show is a one-day event.
- At the end of the show, artists can take their unsold artwork home. We request that all unsold pieces remain on display until the event concludes.
- Previously selected artwork that was displayed in The Kre8ive Shop studio will not be accepted.
- Follow the instructions; failure to do so will lead to automatic rejection.
- A.I. generated artwork will not be accepted.
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Deadline for Juried Gallery Submission: November 24th.
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Selected artists will be announced to the public on December 1st.
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Artwork drop off for Selected Artists: December 4th-6th, December 8th-10th. (Specific times will be confirmed at a later date.)