Sponsored by The Long Branch Arts Council and Long Branch Historical Association, with support from the City of Long Branch, the 18th annual Art in the Park will take place from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 29 at West End Park, at the corner of Ocean Avenue and Brighton Avenue, Long Branch.
The 18th annual Art in the Park event transforms into one of the largest outdoor art happenings in the state; an art and artisanal crafts fair that emphasizes unique and original works over commercially produced “craft sale” merchandise. There will also be plenty of free parking in the neighborhood. A contingent of first-timers will be joining dozens of returning painters, sculptors, jewelry designers and photographers, as well as The Paul Marino Band, who will once again provide live entertainment through the afternoon on the park’s outdoor stage.
The entry deadline is May 21. Submissions are being sought in the categories of Works on Paper, Works on Canvas, Sculpture, Mixed Media, Photography, Ceramics, and Special Materials (including wood, glass or plastic). Honors will be awarded in all categories (guest juror will be Barbara Rivolta, former Asian Art Collections Coordinator for the Metropolitan Museum of Art).
Full details on artist registration, including entry fee, available tent/stall locations and load-in time, and additional information on Art in the Park can be obtained by contacting event coordinator Mare Akana at makana.art@gmail.com.
