LIVE PAINTER APPLICATION - FAMOUS FOOD FESTIVAL 2025

Welcome to our new Talent Portal! The place for you to submit your application to perform and join our events in 2025.

EVENT NAME: FAMOUS FOOD FESTIVAL

JUNE EVENT DATES:

FRIDAY JUNE 6TH | 1 - 8PM

SATURDAY JUNE 7TH | 11AM - 8PM

SUNDAY JUNE 8TH | 11AM - 8PM

OCTOBER EVENT DATES:

FRIDAY OCTOBER 10TH | 1 - 8PM 

SATURDAY OCTOBER 11TH | 11AM - 8PM 

SUNDAY OCTOBER 12TH | 11AM - 8PM 

MONDAY OCTOBER 13TH | 11AM - 8PM  

LOCATION: TANGER OUTLETS DEER PARK (152 THE ARCHES CIRCLE. DEER PARK NY 11729) 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 5th 2025 (June Event) | September 14th 2025 (October Event)

This application is open to the following artistic disciplines: Live Artists (e.g., painters, sketch artists, live sculptors)

SCOPE OF WORK: We are seeking live artists to be part of the Famous Food Festival's Arts District. Artists must be able to be at the festival for a designated amount of 6 hours and provide their own materials. The artwork that is being live painted will not be collected and it can be a piece that you are already working on. We will only be selecting 3 artists per day and all applications are subject to approval.

STIPENDS FOR ARTISTS:

• Live Artist: $150
• Food tokens redeemable at the Famous Food Festival
• VIP Festival ticket (with a complimentary +1)
• Small space (approximately 4 x 6 feet) to set-up an art display. Artists are responsible for bringing their own display setup (e.g., small table, easel).

Please note that by submitting you agree that you're willing to be paid within the range of the above stipend.

Why Choose Us?

We keep it simple and transparent. Answer a few questions, share your criteria, and we'll review your application to see if you are a good fit for this event.

Why Perform or Showcase with Us?

• Diverse Opportunities: Colored Colors is dedicated to providing inclusive opportunities for creatives.
• Supportive Community: Serving over 3,000 independent creatives, we've built a community of like-minded individuals that support one another.
• Exposure to a Broad Audience: With over 6 years of service and numerous partnerships, we stay true to connecting you with a general audience that shows interest in Arts & Culture.

What Sets Us Apart?

• Real Engagement: Connect with diverse communities through genuine performance opportunities.
• Fostering Independence: We believe in nurturing and empowering independent talent.
• Collaboration: Partner with us and other organizations to amplify your artistic impact.
• Vast Network: Join a thriving community of fellow independent artists.
• Paid Opportunities: Showcase your talent and get compensated for your artistry.

How It Works:

• Browse and Select: Select from the available events listed above and submit your application to the event(s) you are interested in participating in.
• Review Details: Carefully review the application and full details of each event to ensure it aligns with your preferences, technical requirements, and compensation expectations.
• Notification and Onboarding: We will notify you if you are selected for the event opportunity. If selected, we will follow the proper procedures to onboard you and provide all necessary information.

Please note that Colored Colors does not receive any state or county funding for our programs. Support for artists comes from partner organizations, private funds, community and sponsor donations.