The Northern Neck Arts Festival: Now Accepting Applications Through ZAPPlication!

The Northern Neck is  a place where creativity feels right at home—where rivers meet, ideas flow, and artists of every background find inspiration in our landscapes, history, and community spirit. That’s why we’re thrilled to share a major milestone for our creative region:

 The Northern Neck Arts Festival is officially accepting artist applications through ZAPPlication!

This is a big step forward for the festival and for our arts community. ZAPPlication (ZAPP) is one of the nation’s leading digital application platforms for juried art shows. Thousands of artists use it each year to apply to major festivals across the country—and now, the Northern Neck Arts Festival stands proudly among them.

What This Means for Artists

Using ZAPP gives artists:

• A streamlined application process—easy uploads, clear instructions, and a professional system.

• National visibility—artists searching for new shows will now see ours listed alongside major festivals.

• A polished, consistent jurying process—ensuring fairness, clarity, and a strong overall presentation for the festival.

Whether you’re a painter, ceramicist, glass artist, photographer, sculptor, jewelry designer, fiber artist, or mixed-media creator, this is your moment.

 Why You’ll Want to Apply

The Northern Neck Arts Festival will be:

• A vibrant celebration of visual arts in one of Virginia’s most scenic and beloved regions

• An opportunity for artists to connect with collectors, visitors, fellow creators, and the broader Northern Neck community

• A curated event that aims to uplift exceptional regional talent while also welcoming artists from beyond our area

And with ZAPP managing submissions, the entire process feels easier, cleaner, and more professional than ever.

How to Apply

Applying is simple:

1. Visit ZAPPlication: https://www.zapplication.org/

2. Search “Northern Neck Arts Festival”

3. Follow the prompts to upload your images, details, and application

It’s fast, intuitive, and the perfect match for the high quality of this event.

A Festival Rooted in Community

The Northern Neck Arts Festival is more than an event—it's a reflection of our region’s heart, creativity, and commitment to the arts. Each year, our goal is to grow not just in size, but in spirit, connection, and opportunity.

We are deeply grateful to every artist, supporter, volunteer, and neighbor who helps make this festival possible. The move to ZAPP is just one step in a much bigger journey—one that brings more attention, more talent, and more inspiration to our beloved Northern Neck.