printworks festival
exhibitor information pack
Sun 27 April 2025 10am–4pm
general information
the festival, location & our venue
about printworks festival
We are delighted to announce Farnham Maltings’ inaugural printworks festival. It has been an ambition of ours to deliver a new festival in this sector and we are so excited to welcome all types of printmaking such as; hand drawn/painted illustration, graphic work, lino cut, wood cut, screen printing, engraving, etching, lithography, collagraph and prints of original artworks.
Much like our other successful craft festivals, the core of printworks festival is a curated marketplace featuring over 60 diverse exhibitors. Whether you’re a creator or an admirer of print, there will be something for everyone, from printmaking supplies to showcases of makers’ work.
The event offers opportunities to well-established craft practitioners as well as first time exhibitors and graduates. This is a curated festival and exhibitors are selected by a panel in a process which aims to offer visitors an eclectic mix.
sponsorship
Is your company interested in sponsoring printworks festival?
Find out more about sponsorship opportunities by contacting madeleine.harding@farnhammaltings.com
the venue
Farnham Maltings is an arts and cultural community centre in the heart of Farnham in southwest Surrey. Our historic, 18th century listed building hosts theatre productions, live music, comedy, film, workshops, craft festivals, artist studios and more. From parent and baby classes to students from the University for the Creative Arts to our U3A sessions, the Maltings is a vibrant space enjoyed by all ages within our community.
the location
From its roots as a medieval market town, Farnham has a long history of supporting craft and makers. In 2020, Farnham was designated England’s first World Craft Town awarded by the World Craft Council in recognition of the town’s ongoing celebration and promotion of craft. In addition to the Maltings, craft is proudly on display in Farnham at the New Ashgate Gallery, the Craft Study Centre and UCA Farnham.
Farnham Maltings is a short two-minute walk from the town centre with plenty of public car parks and the rail station only five minutes away. Trains run between Farnham and London Waterloo on a regular service, taking only an hour.
what to expect
• a lively festival atmosphere buzzing with print lovers who plan their visit as a day out with friends
• a diverse workshop programme - if you’re interested in running a workshop or presenting a talk do let us know
exhibition information
what we are looking for
We are looking for applications from a wide variety of exhibitors including new and established printmakers.
We also encourage applications from graphic designers and illustrators whose work is printed on cards, posters, fabric, clothing, tote bags, zines etc. If you are a fine artist, you must have some prints of your work in order to be eligible for this festival.
Our marketplace aims to be an inviting, inclusive and welcoming space for printers, artists and print lovers. If you’re interested in running a workshop or presenting a talk do let us know.
Each application must be supported by images of the exhibitor’s work to reflect the products that will be sold.
printworks festival is a curated show and applications are not on a firstcome first-served basis. Our selection committee ensures a high standard of exhibitors and a varied range of stallholders.
general information
You will be able to setup from 6.30am on Sun 27 April, allowing 3.5 hours before the event opens to the public at 10am. Floor plans and detailed setup information will be sent out one month prior to the event. On Sunday parking is free at Farnahm Maltings and all central car parks in town.
stand sizes & prices
Please note that due to the quirky nature of our listed building, we can only accomodate a limited number of stands with dedicated wall hanging space. There is no shell scheme at Farnham Maltings, however stands with hanging space will be allocated a spot with a wall, that has picture rails to hang your work from.
If you can manage with a table top setup, assisted with grid walls and browsers, please just select a standard half, single or double stand. We will endeavour to accomodate everyone as best as we can, but cannot gurantee your selected space. Please be aware that sizes of the pitches are approximate and tables measure 175 x 75 cm.
• Half (shared table 1m x 1.5m) £62.50 + VAT*
• Single (2m x 1.5m) £125 + VAT*
• Single with hanging space (2m x 1.5m) £145 + VAT*
• Double (4m x 1.5m) £250 + VAT*
• Double with hanging space (4m x 1.5m) £270 + VAT*
your exhibitor fee includes:
Digital: Listing on the website, including an image and link to a platform of your choosing.
Stand: Table, chair, WiFi and electricity use as required.
*Please note that VAT is applied at the UK standard rate at the point of invoice.
how to apply
Online: Applications should be made via the online form available on the Maltings website.
Email /post: We encourage all applications to be made online. However, if you do require a copy to be sent via email or post please contact: madeleine.harding@farnhammaltings.com
Applicants will be contacted with regards to the status of their application by the end of January.
contact us
for exhibitor queries:
Madeleine Harding, Event Coordinator madeleine.harding@farnhammaltings.com
Farnham Maltings farnhammaltings.com
Farnham Maltings, Bridge Square, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 7QR
comments from previous exhibitors at our other festivals
“Excellent. Everyone commented on the high standard both customers and exhibitors!”
“Wonderful, I do think you put together a really high quality show!”
“It’s brilliant, I can’t wait for next year’s festival!”
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