Transparency of Fees
About Jury Fees at Bainbridge Island Art Events
At Bainbridge Island Art, we believe artists deserve clarity about event jury fees and why they exist. Our jury fee of $25 is a modest, one‑time fee that directly supports the administrative work required to run a fair, consistent, and equitable jury process.
This fee helps cover:
Independent juror compensation
Time spent reviewing and scoring each application
Digital systems that manage submissions, images, and communications
Staff time dedicated to artist support and application troubleshooting
Our goal is to create an accessible, transparent, and artist‑centered process. Jury fees are never used as a revenue stream; they simply offset the real costs of running a professional, fair review process that honors the time and work artists put into their applications.
Are Jury Fees refundable?
Jury fees are non‑refundable because they support the administrative and juror review process that occurs for every application, whether or not an artist is ultimately accepted. This ensures a fair, consistent, and thoughtful evaluation for all applicants.
Booth Fees at Bainbridge Island Art Events
At Bainbridge Island Art, we believe artists deserve clear information about how booth fees are structured and why they vary from event to event. Booth fees are not arbitrary; they reflect the real costs of producing high‑quality, well‑supported art events that are safe, welcoming, and successful for both artists and visitors.
Booth fees help cover:
Event permitting, insurance, and required city or county compliance
Professional event staffing, including on‑site support and booth sitters, so artists can take breaks without stress
Equipment rentals such as tents, tables, signage, lighting, and other event infrastructure
Marketing and promotion, including paid advertising in print media and targeted social media campaigns to drive strong attendance
Venue‑specific costs, which can vary significantly depending on location, amenities, and capacity
Live musicians and performance programming that create an inviting, high‑quality atmosphere for shoppers and artists
Logistics such as load‑in/load‑out coordination, restroom access, waste management, and general site operations
Visibility and safety measures, such as event badges that clearly identify participating artists and staff
Because each venue and event has different requirements, booth fees may differ. Some locations require higher rental or permitting costs; others involve more complex logistics or expanded staffing. We are committed to keeping fees as reasonable as possible while ensuring a safe, well‑organized, and professionally run experience for artists and the public.
We also offer reduced booth fees for Emerging Artists whenever possible, and we continually evaluate our pricing to ensure it reflects actual costs rather than profit‑driven markups.
Are Booth Fees Refundable?
Booth fees are refundable up until the published refund deadline for each event. After that date, booth fees become non‑refundable because key event expenses—such as advertising, staffing, and venue commitments—have already been paid.
Our goal is simple: Transparency, fairness, and a high‑quality event experience that supports artists and strengthens our creative community.
We welcome questions and are always happy to talk about how our events are structured and how fees are used. Please feel free to contact us via the form below.