Ann Arbor Art Fair
2013 Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair
Main, Liberty & State Streets
July 17-20, 2013
Wednesday – Friday, 10 am – 9 pm
Saturday, 10 am – 6pm
The Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair is one of four official partner fairs that comprise the award-winning and highly respected Ann Arbor Art Fair. More than 600,000 people attend the event each year. The Summer Art Fair is located in the heart of Ann Arbor stretching from its charming downtown to the campus of University of Michigan. The Summer Art Fair has 375 artist booths, art demonstrations and lively entertainment.
View a list of exhibiting artists at the 2013 Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair!
Click Here to view the 2012 Ann Arbor Art Fair Guide
Featured Artist John Booth:
John Booth paints subject matter that bursts with color and enthusiasm. He is fascinated how a small object’s spirit and energy is so greatly magnified when painted large. Paintings are acrylic on medium density fiberboard. Enjoy and maybe, when you go on your way, you might again find pleasure in those little things in life. Make sure to visit John’s website and see more of his wonderful work. You can find John in the Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair in booth #D 375.
It is time to vote for the 2013 Sunshine Artist Top 100 Fine Art Fairs!
May 3, 2013 is the deadline for all ballots for the Sunshine Artist Magazine’s top 100 fine art fair voting. If you are a print subscriber, your April issue came wrapped in the ballot. If you a digital subscriber, your ballot will be mailed to you. And, if you aren’t a subscriber yet, it’s not too late. Visit the Sunshine Artist web site, http://www.sunshineartist.com/promo.asp?pid=8, take advantage of their special offer and get your ballot.
Guild fairs that would love your vote include the Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair, Art Birmingham, the Crocker Park Fine Art Fair, the Levis Commons Fine Art Fair and the Birmingham Street Art Fair!
Volunteering
If you are interested in volunteering during the fair, please fill out an online volunteer form. You can also contact Nicole McKay at (734) 662-3382 ext. 101 or nicole@theguild.org.
Getting Around the Fairs
Click her to view a map of the 2012 Ann Arbor Art Fair.
A2 Art Trolley
- Trolley links all fairs
- Trolley tickets (ride all day), $1.
- See map for Trolley stops
Parking and Park & Ride options
(See map for routes & stops. Complete information available online, including directions to park & ride shuttle lots, artfairs.visitannarbor.org.)
Downtown parking structures and lots
Parking fee: $12 per day; $6 after 5p.m.
New Parking structure, entrance on S. Division and Fifth (see Map)
Art Fair Shuttles
Frequency & Service: 10 – 15 minutes
Wed-Fri 9am-10pm; Sat 9am-7pm
Pets not allowed; services animals welcome
Buses & Trolley are wheelchair accessible and air conditioned
Wheelchairs are available at the fairs, 734.975.6800 for info
AATA Art Fair Park & Ride Shuttle
Provivded by theride.org
- Two locations: Pioneer High School and Briarwood Mall
- Parking free
- Round-trip $3; one-way $1.50
- Students & Fare Deal cardholders, One-way $.75
- Senior/ADA cardholders & kids five and younger ride free
- Shuttle stops: Main Street at William and S. University near State Street
- Buses return to both parking locations from either shuttle bus stops
Trinity Westside Park & Ride Shuttle
- Location: Maple Village (155 N. Maple Rd.)
- Parking Free
- Round Trip $3
- Kids 5 and under free
- Shuttle stops: Washington and Main & Washington and State
Location
The Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair includes two locations. The campus section (booths C1 – C153) is on State Street from South University to William. The downtown section (booths D154– D375) is on Main Street from William to Huron and Liberty Street form Ashley to Fifth Avenue.
Hours
Wednesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
iSPY Performance Stage
It’s the place to take a break. Great live performances plus the outstanding specialties of the Main Street Area Food Court. On Liberty between Main and Ashley streets.
View 2012 iSpy Performance Schedule
Wednesday, July 18
Winner of Community Records Slam N Jam – Word of Moth: 1:00pm
Ben Keeler: 2:15pm
Christopher Norman: 3:30pm
Little Island Lake: 4:45pm
Afternoon Round: 6:00pm
Dragon Wagon: 7:15pm
Thursday, July 19
Patrick Davey and the Ghosts: 1:00pm
Paul Luc: 2:15pm
Jetty Rae: 3:30pm
Brae: 4:45pm
Bear Lake: 6:00pm
Skeleton Birds: 7:15pm
Matt Jones: 8:30pm
Friday, July 20
Entreslam (Speakers): 12:30pm
Misty Lyn: 2:00pm
Scarecrow Jones: 3:15pm
Ryan Dillaha: 4:30pm
The Juliets: 5:45pm
Lawless Carver: 7:00pm
Drunken Barn Dance: 8:15
Saturday, July 21
The Bends: 12:15
Annabelle Road: 1:30
Small Houses: 3:00pm
Bluesmatics: 4:15pm
Artist Demos
Demos occur throughout fair hours. Stop by and watch how the artists create their fabulous artwork!
- Cline, Carol Clay C042
- Andrykovich, D’Anne Painting C 050
- Feng, Karl Painting D189
- Nichols, Merrianne Leather D211
- Marina Terauds Printmaking/Paper D222
- LeGault, Thomas Painting D297
- Sato, Shinichi Painting D319
- Lyall, Robert Metals D374
Souvenirs
Pick up your official Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair Souvenirs at two locations. Souvenir booths are located on the corner of Main and Liberty Streets and on the corner of State and S. University Streets. Pick up your t-shirt and poster at either location!
Information Booths
There are two information booths located inside the Summer Art Fair. One is located at Main and Liberty and one at State Street and South University. Look for the Official Art Fair Guide produced by Artist Showcase. It will be available at the Information Booths.
Wheelchair Access
Wright & Filippis, a recognized leader in the rehabilitative health care field, will provide wheelchairs on site. For more information or to reserve a wheelchair call (734) 975-6800.
Food Vendors
Please contact the Main Street Area Association if interested in obtaining a food vendor application.
2012 Main Street Area Food Court Vendors Information Coming Soon.
Sponsors
The Guild would like to thank our Sponsors and Community Partners
