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Attention Artists – PLEASE READ EVERYTHING (OPEN): 

​The Popcorn Easel Art Show returns on Saturday, March 7, from 5–8 PM at 404 Tiger Lane in Columbia, MO 65203. This immersive evening brings together visual art, music, and poetry in a vibrant creative experience curated by international artist Dismoc Le Ma and organized by the nonprofit Artist Take. After the magic created at our 2025 Popcorn Easel Art Show in St. Louis, we’re raising the bar for 2026 with an even more dynamic and inspiring event. Enjoy our Early Bird Special until January 26th. Full details below.

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ARTISTS

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NEW for 2026: “Best of Show” Award (Over $200 Value)

  • $100 cash prize

  • Free submission to one Artist Take art show in 2026

  • Merch bag

  • Certificate

  • Featured article on artisttake.com

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Note: Winner must be present to claim the prize.

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Juried Gallery Submission

Want to be part of our curated gallery exhibition? Submit your strongest work for a chance to be selected and compete for the $100 Best of Show award.

  • Open theme

  • $10 submission fee (regularly $15)

  • Submit up to 5 artworks

  • Submission fees are non-refundable

  • This is a juried process. All submissions are welcome, but acceptance is not guaranteed.

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Requirements

  • Must be 18 or older

  • Must be able to travel to Columbia, MO

  • Artwork must be suitable for easel display only

  • Artwork drop-off: March 7 | 3:30–4:30 PM

  • Artwork pickup: March 7 | 8:00 PM

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Important Information

  • Artists manage their own sales and must provide card readers or digital payment options (Cash App, etc.)

  • Artists keep 100% of sales (no commission taken)

  • Sold artwork may be removed by the customer

  • This is a one-day event

  • Unsold artwork must remain on display until the show ends

  • Failure to follow instructions will result in automatic rejection

  • A.I.-generated artwork will not be accepted

  • Submission Deadline: February 12th

  • Selected Artists Announced: February 16th

  • Event address: 404 Tiger Lane in Columbia, MO 65203

Call for Art
Are you 18 and older?
Are you able to travel to Columbia, MO to drop off and pick up your artwork?
Are you able to bring your own easel if your artwork is over 10lbs?
Timely communication is required unless noted time sensitive. If you don’t respond to our email within 3 business days, we’ll follow up by text. Failure to reply within 5 business days may lead to application rejection. Do you understand this requirement?
To be eligible for the 'Best of Show' prize, you must personally attend the event. Attendance at the pre-show mixer is not required. Please note that the artist must be present — representatives will not be accepted. Do you understand this requirement?
Are you able to drop off your artwork on March 7th, 3:30–4:30 PM?
Artists must collect unsold work at event end. Unclaimed art goes to the St. Louis studio; artists arrange pickup/shipping within 5 days. After 5 days, $5/day storage applies. No contact after 21 days = donation/disposal. Organizers aren’t liable. Agree?
Submission Options

VENDORS (Non-Juried | Open to All Artists)

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Become a vendor and receive a 4ft (W) x 8ft (L) x 6ft (H) space. This area can accommodate:

  • One 8ft table

  • A 6ft-tall display grid (nothing over 6ft)

  • Folding canvas racks and small tables

Perfect for selling original artwork, prints, clothing, sculptures, and more.

🚫 No marijuana, drugs, alcohol, or food sales permitted

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Vendor Options

  • Option 1 – $40 (regularly $50, Non-refundable)
    Bring your own table and chair

  • Option 2 – $55 (regularly $65, Non-refundable)
    Includes 4–6ft table, two chairs, +1 guest pass

  • Option 3 – $65 (regularly $75, Non-refundable)
    Includes 6–8ft table, two chairs, +2 guest passes

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Vendor Requirements

  • Must be 18 or older

  • Must be able to travel to Columbia, MO

  • Setup time: March 7 | 3:30–4:45 PM

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Important Information

  • As a vendor, admission is granted for one person. If you are attending as a team, please select the option that includes two chairs. For teams larger than two, please contact us directly.

  • If you would like to double your space, please contact us in advance so we can confirm availability.

  • Event address: 404 Tiger Lane in Columbia, MO 65203

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Example of vendor space

Are you 18 and older?
Are you able to travel to Columbia MO?
Are you able to set up on March 7 3:30–4:45 PM?
Are you able to set up within a 4ft (w) x 8ft (L) x 6ft (h) space?
Vendor Options
Performers

PERFORMERS

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Are you a poet, spoken-word artist, singer, rapper, or instrumentalist (no full bands)? This is your chance to perform live and compete for prizes.

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Performer Opportunities

  • Chance to win $50

  • Paid performance opportunity in St. Louis, MO! One performer will earn $130 for headlining the event.

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Performer Requirements

  • Must be 18 or older

  • Must be able to travel to Columbia, MO

  • Must arrive by 5:45 PM

  • Performances begin at 6:30 PM

  • Performance length: 3–5 minutes (based on number of participants)

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Event address: 404 Tiger Lane in Columbia, MO 65203

Are you 18 and older?
Are you able to travel to Columbia, MO?
Are you able to arrive by 5:45 PM (Performances begin at 6:30 PM)
If chosen as the winner of the performance competition, you’ll headline an upcoming St. Louis, MO event within the year. The performance includes $130 and must last at least 15 minutes. Are you able to meet this minimum performance requirement?
What is your craft?
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