Wolf River Arts Show 2026

The Wolf River Arts Show takes place November 13–15, 2026, at St. George’s Independent School in Collierville, Tennessee. A vibrant fine art show, WRA brings together a curated community of artists, collectors, and creatives for a three-day experience rooted in connection and creativity.

The 2026 juried show will feature 52+ artists and an acclaimed Featured Artist. Known for its relaxed, welcoming atmosphere and serious potential shoppers, WRA is a favorite among professional artists and invites the Memphis community to attend—free of charge.

SUMMARY OF IMPORTANT DATES
April 20, 2026 - Application opens
April 30, 2026 - Early Bird application deadline
June 5, 2026 - Application deadline
June 26, 2026 - Artist notification
July 17, 2026 - Acceptance deadline
October 30, 2026 - Final inventory list due by email, including prices, dimensions, and names
November 13-15, 2026 - Show dates
December 4, 2026 (approx.) - Artist payment issued


SHOW TIMELINE AND EVENTS

• Artist Arrival and Set Up: Thursday, November 12, from 5-7pm and/or Friday, November 13, from 1-3pm
• Preview Night Party (21+ event): Friday, November 13, from 6pm until 9pm
• Designers Preview*: Saturday, November 14, from 10am until noon
• Show and Cocktail Reception (21+ event): Saturday, November 14, from 5pm until 9pm
• Family Day: Sunday, November 15, from noon until 4pm
• Takedown and Artist Departure: Sunday, November 15 from 4-6pm

SHOW OVERVIEW
Formerly known as the St. George’s Art Show, the Wolf River Arts Show marks its 23rd year supporting the Fine Arts Collective at St. George’s Independent School. The halls of our beautiful Collierville campus will be transformed into a welcoming venue where artists can showcase their work.

The Wolf River Arts Show exhibits fine art from the following categories: painting, sculpture, metal, jewelry, glass, fiber art, ceramics, mixed media, photography, and wood.

All exhibiting artists agree to receive 70% of all sale transactions at the Wolf River Arts Show. The remaining 30% of sale transactions will benefit the Fine Arts Collective at St. George's Independent School


ARTIST BENEFITS

• Advertising and Marketing: We will heavily advertise the show through social media platforms, print and digital mailing lists, and through partnerships with arts focused organziations in the Memphis area.
• Artist Hospitality: Catered meals, beverages and snacks will be provided each day on a complimentary basis in our artist hospitality area. Friendly volunteer docents will be available to provide support and assistance throughout the show.
• Private security will be provided during the entirety of the event. Locked storage will be available for overflow inventory.
• Easy Check-Out System: The Wolf River Arts Show is responsible for all activites related to check out and payment.
• Prompt Payment: Within approximatley one month of the Wolf River Arts Show each artist will receive a check comprising 70% of their gross sales. A detailed report listing all items sold will be available. 

 
CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions or additional information, please email info@wolfriverarts.com.

• All works exhibited must be for sale and must be original, designed and produced by the exhibiting artist.
• Artist applications must be accompanied by a short artist bio (no more than 5 sentences) and (6) digital images of artwork to potentially be used on Wolf River Arts Show and/or St. George's Independent School's website, social media, and printed art show materials.
• The (6) images submitted must be current, accurately represent the artist's work and be of the same quality, range of price points, consistency, and style that will be exhibited. 
• Images should be high resolution (if needed refer to Zapplications Image Prepareation information, addressed via the help center).
• No commercial reproductions, posters or promotional products are permitted. A small number of limited, high-quality reproductions may be allowed. 
• Two weeks prior to the show, each exhibiting artist will be required to provide a list of inventory, to include item name, dimensions, and price, for each item that will be brought to the show from which the Wolf River Arts Show will generate barcoded price cards.
• St. George's will designate a place for each artist to hang their work.
• Artists must remain present with his/her artwork during the show, except in special circumstances.
• St. George's reserves the right to refuse pieces and images that do not fit the quality of the show or deemed inappropriate for a school enviornment.

Artist Sales
Artists will receive 70% of the total price of each item sold via the Wolf River Arts Show. The remaining 30% will go directly to the Wolf River Arts Show benefiting the Fine Arts Collective at St. George's Independent School. Should any artwork be commissioned during the show or items sold/commissioned within 120 days following the Wolf River Arts Show, the Wolf River Arts Show is to receive 30% of the total price of the item.

- No Booth Fee -

Accepted artists will be given a designated display space, in either the hallways or Dining Commons of the Upper School Campus of St. George's Independent School. Display spaces will include white peg boards for hanging art, hanging hardware, electricity, and power strips. Peg boards are approximately 12' wide by 8' tall.

Artists are responsible for lighting and any additional staging or design elements for display such as rugs, standing print folders, chairs/stools, and assorted display accessories.

Suggested inventory is 20 pieces per artist. We suggest that you show a wide range of size, subject matter, and price points.

Application Fees are not refundable. If, after being accepted to the show you are unable to attend, please notify the Wolf River Arts Show Committee in a timely manner.