The Naperville Water Street District’s inaugural fine art and fine craft fair will be held July 14 along Water and Webster streets in downtown Naperville. Naperville is well-versed in art fairs. Annually, summer into early autumn brings two large shows to the city, both attracting artists near and far to exhibit their work for thousands of visitors.The Naperville Water Street District is launching an inaugural fine art and fine craft fair. The one-day event, set for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Naperville’s traditional art events are the Naperville Woman’s Club’s Fine Art and Artisan Fair at Naper Settlement in June and the Naperville Art League River Walk Fine Art Fair in September. Newman said she doesn’t expect Water Street’s show to compete with either of the standing art fairs. Her hope is to make space for regional artists to showcase their work close to home.
A jury of three professional artists will select 30 to 35 applicants to participate. A variety of media — painting, drawing, sculpture, fiber, graphics, mixed media, photography, pottery, metalwork, glass, wood and digital art — is being sought, Newman said.