• Crafting Community: A Fairbanks Arts Gift Guide

    2027 Issue to be released on November 28, 2026
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  • About the Guide

    Crafting Community: A Fairbanks Arts Gift Guide is a printed publication featuring artists, artisans, makers, and authors of Interior Alaska. The Guide connects shoppers with handmade, local work by Interior Alaskan creatives

     

    SUBMISSION DEADLINE:

    Sunday, October 25th, by 11:59 p.m. AKDT 

    Submissions received after this time cannot be included due to print deadlines. 

     

    Who can be featured in the guide?

    • Must reside in Interior Alaska.
    • Must be at least 18 years old.
    • Artists/artisans/makers/authors/creatives with quality handmade or self-produced items that are their original work or publications and do not violate copyright laws.
      • Artists should either actively have products for sale and a means to connect with buyers and/or be open to commission/custom requests from buyers.

    Additional requirements

    • Artists must complete this form in full, provide high-quality photos, and agree to the Gift Guide's participation terms covering submission integrity and professional conduct.

     

    The Gift Guide and other Fairbanks Arts programs and resources are made possible in part by our Members! 

    Membership is encouraged but not required.* We invite returning artists and those able to do so to maintain an "Artist" level membership ($75) or higher.

    Click here to become a member and learn about additional membership benefits!

    *First-time participants or those with financial need are invited to make an optional, custom donation at a comfortable level instead, before submitting this form.

     

    When and where can I get the Gift Guide? 

    Available in print: The 2027 Guide will be at Fairbanks Arts Association's Handmade Holiday Market and available for distribution on November 28, 2026 (Small Business Saturday).

    Digital PDF on Fairbanks Arts Association's website: Beginning on launch day, a digital PDF of the Gift Guide will be available on fairbanksarts.org

    Pick-up location: Fairbanks Arts Association's office on the 1st Floor of the Alaska Centennial Center for the Arts in Alaskaland.

  • Gift Guide Categories

    Categories may be added or removed based on submission volume.

    Holiday & Seasonal Products with a specific seasonal appeal– e.g., wrapping paper, holiday cards, etc.
    Stocking Stuffers Smaller gifts that fit in a stocking.
    Under $25 Readers love having a quick reference for affordable gifts!
    Functional Art Gifts with a clear use/utility– e.g., journals, mugs, hats, etc.
    Wearable Art Gifts that can be worn– e.g. clothing, jewelry, or other adornments.
    DIY: Kits as Gifts For self-produced/hand-made kits or experiences that facilitate a creative activity– e.g. knitting kit from home-spun fibers, pottery kit, etc.
    Gifts for Kids Things to be enjoyed by young ones.
    Art of Self-Care Gifts that promote any facet of health or wellness.
    Visual Art A broad category encompassing 2D and 3D visual arts (drawing, painting, print, photography, sculpture, etc.).
    Literary Art Books, comics, graphic novels, etc. published by Interior Alaskan authors.
    Open to Commissions This category is for artists and artisans actively offering commissions and custom work. Select only if commissions are a key part of your practice.

    You will be asked to select three (3) preferred categories when submitting images. While we can’t guarantee your top choice due to layout needs, the Gift Guide designers will do their best to accommodate your preferences.

  • Please confirm you meet the Gift Guide participation eligibility criteria by initialing below.

  •    I am 18 or older and reside in Interior Alaska (Fairbanks North Star Borough, Denali Borough, Yukon-Koyukuk, or Southeast Fairbanks census areas).

       I understand that I must submit this form before Sunday, October 25th, at 11:59 p.m., and that, due to print deadlines, my entries will not be included if I miss this deadline.

    Code of Conduct
    Fairbanks Arts Association does not discriminate against any individual due to age, gender, race, religion, skin color, national origin, sexual orientation, or ability. Individuals opting to participate in Fairbanks Arts Association-produced events and opportunities are asked to adhere to professional conduct that respects the dignity and safety of our diverse communities. "Professional conduct" is defined here as communicating with and behaving toward Fairbanks Arts Association staff, volunteers, contractors, and fellow Gift Guide participants in a way free of harassment, intimidation, and/or discrimination.

       I agree to abide by Fairbanks Arts Association's expectations regarding Professional Conduct and understand that violations may result in my submission(s) being withdrawn from the Gift Guide.

    Content Considerations and Eligibility
    Fairbanks Arts Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports local artists and serves multigenerational audiences. We anticipate readers of all ages and backgrounds will access the Gift Guide, and we wish for the Guide to be an effective resource in connecting readers to Interior Alaskan creatives. With this, the following content is prohibited:

    To support the artistic integrity of the Guide:

    • No generative AI images or text.
    • No kits of other artists' original work (Note: this is different than if you have created an original kit for others to assemble).
    • No imitations or exact reproductions of other artists’ original work; including masterworks and published works with no named artist. No use of copyrighted characters (e.g. Disney). No fan art.


    To support a Gift Guide that:
    (1) Is suitable for a multigenerational readership;
    (2) Upholds FAA's Code of Conduct noted above; and
    (3) Protects Fairbanks Arts Association's 501(c)(3) status,
    The following content is prohibited:

    • Violence, nudity, sexually explicit images (i.e. on a literary work's cover or in a painting), inappropriate/profane language in titles or images that will be printed in the Gift Guide;
    • Discriminatory content regarding age, gender, race, religion, skin color, national origin, sexual orientation, or ability;
    • Alcohol, marijuana, controlled substances, and/or illegal substances.


    Please note: if a submission's content is deemed a concern in regard to one or more of the above considerations (multigenerational readership, Code of Conduct, FAA nonprofit status), FAA will attempt to contact the artist and may request a new submission.

       I am submitting handmade or self-produced items/publications that are my original work and adhere to the Integrity considerations listed above. I understand that if my submission(s) are found to violate this expectation, they may be withdrawn from the Guide.

       My submission(s) will not include any prohibited content listed above. I understand that if my submission(s) are found to violate content eligibility expectations, they may be withdrawn from the Guide. Additionally, I understand that if it is determined that my submission is a concern for any of the reasons noted above, FAA will attempt to contact me.

  • Fairbanks Arts Association is excited to feature your work in the 2027 Crafting Community Gift Guide!

  • Please share if you are a new or returning Gift Guide participant

  • Completing your submission form 

    As you progress through the form, you will notice a progress bar at the top of the page. We recommend finishing in one sitting; you can also save and continue later.

    After ‘saving,’ a dialog box will appear asking you to create a Jotform account— click 'SKIP CREATE ACCOUNT.' Enter your email address to send yourself a link to your saved form. Fairbanks Arts Association will not have access to your form until it's complete. If you lose your link, you will need to start your submission over. 

    Submission Deadline:

    Sunday, October 25th, by 11:59 p.m. AKDT 

    Submissions received after this time cannot be included due to print deadlines. 

     

    Contact information: If you have any questions about completing the Gift Guide form, please contact giftguide@fairbanksarts.org or 907.251.8386 ext. 4.

  • Contact Information

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  • About You

    Help Fairbanks Arts learn about our Interior Alaskan creative communities. Any information provided will be for internal use only. All information provided in this section will be kept strictly confidential.
  • Not everyone resonates with the word 'artist' — how do you refer to yourself? Check all that apply. "I am a(n): ______"

  • Which Interior Alaskan community do you call home?

    Select your community from the list below. If your community is not listed in the dropdown, please write it in the space provided below.

  • Which Interior Alaskan census area do you call home?
  • Which community do you call home in the Fairbanks North Star Borough?
  • Which community do you call home in the Denali Borough?
  • Which community do you call home in the Southeast Fairbanks Census Area?
  • Which community do you call home in the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area?
  • Which community do you call home?
  • If you are an Indigenous artist and would like to be promoted in the Gift Guide as such, please let us know below.

  • Artist Identity/Demographic Information

    These optional, confidential questions help Fairbanks Arts better understand our Interior Alaskan creative communities and the Gift Guide's reach. Anonymized responses may be shared with our granting partners to demonstrate that reach.

    If you are a returning Gift Guide artist who has completed this information previously, you are welcome to skip this section!

  • Age Range
  • Gender: To which gender identity do you most identify?
  • Which of the following racial or ethnic categories applies to your identity? Check all that apply:
  • Please select any of the below identities that describe you.

  • Artist/Business Details

  • Do you sell your work online, either through a web shop, via social media, or via email?
  • Sales Platform(s)– Please select all that apply. We plan to represent artisans' primary sales platforms with each entry.*

  • Please list your social media handles for any social media platforms where you have an art or business presence below:

  • Do you have a storefront, open studio, or are you open to studio visits with buyers?
  • Do you offer gift cards?*
  • We would like to include a UNIVERSAL promo code for the catalog. This would include all makers (who are interested) to create the same code, but it would be up to the maker to determine the discount. Are you interested in participating in a Universal Promo Code? The Code is TBD and will be shared later.

  • Image Upload

  • This year, artists may submit up to two images to include in the Gift Guide in two separate categories (you will denote category preference below). How many entries are you submitting?*
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  • The image above is a mockup of a previous year's Gift Guide, illustrating the grid layout for artist images.

     

    Please adhere to these photo guidelines: 

    1) Image file names must follow this convention: FirstnameLastname_ImageNumber (e.g., JaneSmith_1).

    2) Photos must be clear (no blurriness or pixelation), with the product as the focal point against a neutral, non-distracting background.

    3) The Guide will present photos in square format. Upload a square image between 500x500 and 1080x1080 pixels at 300 dpi so we can use it with little to no cropping

    Example: The below image is 1080x1080 pixels and features a neutral background that does not distract from the products, which comprise most of the photographic composition. Image has been used with the permission of the artist.

    4) Photos should show actual items for sale, or representative work — not discontinued pieces or products you no longer offer.

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  • Is this a photo of the actual item you're selling (Image #1)?*
  • Please select the price range(s) that fits your item(s) best (Image #1):*
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  • Please select the price range(s) that fits your item(s) best (Image #2):*

  • Terms and Acknowledgments

  • By initialing the following, you are indicating that you have read, understand, and acknowledge each requirement:


  • *    I understand that the Gift Guide is a project in support of Fairbanks Arts Association's mission to promote the arts within Interior Alaska and build community in and through the arts. I understand the expectation that Gift Guide participants shall not discriminate against anyone due to age, gender, race, religion, skin color, national origin, sexual orientation, or ability. Furthermore, I understand that as a Gift Guide participant, I shall behave towards all Gift Guide participants and Fairbanks Arts staff and volunteers in a way that is free of harassment and discrimination. Finally, I acknowledge that if I am found to violate this code of conduct, Fairbanks Arts Association reserves the right to withdraw my submission(s) from the Gift Guide and, depending on the severity of the violation, this may impact my ability to participate in future Gift Guides from Fairbanks Arts.

    *  I confirm that my submission(s) include high-quality photographs adhering to the Gift Guide format guidelines. I am aware that the images and titles I have provided are precisely what will be used in the Gift Guide and that there will be no option to preview the Guide before it is printed. Additionally, I understand that the Gift Guide designers may need to zoom in on or crop my photo to ensure that my product is presented well in the page layout.

    *   I agree to respond to all emails about the Gift Guide as promptly as possible, preferably within 24 hours. I understand that if I do not communicate promptly with the Fairbanks Arts team, my submission(s) may be published without edits and/or may be dropped from the Gift Guide.

    *   I acknowledge that, given the Gift Guide's layout considerations, I am not guaranteed to be placed in my top-selected category, but I understand that the Gift Guide designers will do their best to place my entries in a suitable category based on my noted preferences.

  • Last Page – Consider Supporting the Gift Guide.

    Becoming a Fairbanks Arts Member is easy and comes with benefits!

  • The Gift Guide and other Fairbanks Arts programs and resources are made possible in part by our Members! 

    Membership is encouraged but not required for participation*

    To support the creation and sustainability of the Gift Guide as a resource, we encourage returning Gift Guide artists and those capable of doing so, to maintain Fairbanks Arts membership at the "Artist" level ($75) or higher. 

    Click here to become a member and learn about additional membership benefits!

     

    *First-time Gift Guide participants and/or participants with financial need: If you are unable to become a Fairbanks Arts member at this time but would like to contribute to the Gift Guide at a different level comfortable for you, you will have an opportunity to make a custom donation before submitting this form.

    Membership status will not impact your entries being featured in the Gift Guide! 

     

    Fairbanks Arts Association, a 501(c)(3) local arts council, supports local artists, organizations, and audiences through performing, literary, visual arts, and arts education programming and resources. Committed to promoting the arts in Interior Alaska, Fairbanks Arts believes the arts are essential to community health and connection.

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  • Here are some benefits of the Artist level membership:

    • Receive e-newsletters & direct mailings (e.g. exhibition postcards)
    • Eligible for Fairbanks Arts’ biennial Membership Exhibition in the Bear Gallery
    • Eligible for social media & newsletter spotlights
    • Eligible for Fairbanks Arts Committee membership
    • Eligible to have art in the Bear Gallery Gift Shop
    • Juried Show Submission Fee discount
    • Discount on Application for Exhibition in the Bear Gallery
    • Vendor discount @ Fairbanks Arts events

    You can learn more about this and other member levels here.

     

    If you cannot become a Fairbanks Arts member at this time but would like to contribute to the Gift Guide at a level that is comfortable for you, you can enter a custom donation below. Upon submitting this form, you will be redirected to Paypal.

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