MAKE ART WORK • MAKER MADE PROGRAM
Make room for
what you make.
Two locations. Two unique opportunities. One creative community.
We are inviting artists, makers, designers, & creative entrepreneurs to submit original artwork & artist-designed merchandise
for our Maker Made Program. Help us bring more locally made creativity into our downtown office spaces.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE
DELIVERY DEADLINE
November 11
November 14
PUBLIC OPENING
November 20
TWO WAYS TO TAKE PART
Where does your work belong?
We’re looking for distinctive, original work that feels right for each space. Explore the opportunities below before you apply.
01 / DOWNTOWN OKANOGAN
Art Gallery & Holiday Gifts
A gallery & retail space for original artwork, functional art, &
artist-made gifts at a range of price points.
ORIGINAL 2-D ARTWORK
Watercolor, oil, acrylic & mixed media paintings
Fine art photography, drawings & illustrations
Block prints, linocuts, etchings, screen prints, &
signed limited-edition printsTextile & fiber wall art
ORIGINAL 3-D ARTWORK
Ceramic sculpture & studio pottery
Wood, metal, & glass sculpture; carved objects
Mixed-media sculpture & contemporary craft
ARTIST-MADE GIFTS & FUNCTIONAL ART
Mugs, bowls, serving pieces, & handcrafted home goods
Textiles, handmade journals, cards, & stationery
Ornaments, seasonal decorations, small original works,
& home accessories
ORIGINAL ARTIST-DESIGNED MERCHANDISE
Apparel, hats, bandanas, scarves, totes, & pouches
Water bottles, travel mugs, & tumblers
Stickers, patches, pins, postcards, magnets, & keychains
Other practical, retail-ready items featuring original designs
Holiday Priority
Gift-ready work at accessible & collector price points, from distinctive small works to higher-value fine art.
02 / DOWNTOWN TWISP
Artist Designed Merchandise
Our Twisp office & future Creative District Welcome Center will feature curated, original artist-designed merchandise, not a traditional fine art gallery or general craft shop.
APPAREL & ACCESSORIES
T-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, hats, caps, & beanies
Bandanas, scarves, tote bags, reusable shopping bags, & pouches
DRINKWARE & EVERYDAY GOODS
Reusable water bottles, travel mugs, & tumblers
Stickers, patches, enamel pins, postcards, stationery, magnets, & keychains
Other practical, retail-ready merchandise with original artist designs
Have products in production or developing your first collection?
We encourage you to apply!
Twisp Priority
One-of-a-kind merchandise line with a strong visual identity, quality, production, & retail appeal. Local landscape & culture-inspired designs are welcome, along with abstract, contemporary, playful & unexpected concepts.
We welcome emerging & established visual artists, makers, illustrators, designers, printmakers, & creative entrepreneurs from Okanogan County, including Colville Tribal members.
Selections will consider originality, craftsmanship, quality, retail suitability, & alignment with the goals of the program.
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
Your creativity
belongs here.
Maker Made is part of our Make Art Work creative economy initiative. Alongside retail exposure, the program connects artists with professional development, business resources, & mentorship opportunities.
Our goal is to strengthen local creative businesses & help downtown communities thrive.
How to submit
01
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Make art work
for you.
Complete the application
02
Choose your location
Review the types of work each space is seeking
Use the application link provided
Wait for selection details
03
Selected artists will receive consignment & delivery information before confirming participation
Questions? Email phoebe@methowarts.org
Ready to put your work in front of new customers? Submit your application by November 11.
Selected artists will receive next steps & delivery details before confirming participation.
Have questions before applying? We’re happy to help you find the right fit. Email: phoebe@methowarts.org
SUBMISSIONS ARE OPEN