• This year marks the 9th edition of CLAY LA, Craft Contemporary’s signature ceramic marketplace and fundraiser. We bring together emerging and established ceramic artists from across Los Angeles. CLAY LA invites visitors to meet and shop from some of the city’s most dynamic and innovative makers. Over the years, hundreds of artists have participated, thousands of visitors have supported local makers, and our communities have continued to engage with Craft Contemporary’s ceramics programming, workshops, sales, and exhibitions – including our upcoming fourth clay biennial, tierra.

• Craft Contemporary is a museum and 501(c)3 non-profit that has been providing compelling art exhibits, educational programming, and community-building workshops to the greater Los Angeles area for over 60 years. Proceeds from our annual CLAY LA  help sustain our institution for the future!  

• In line with the museum’s mission, our award-winning Shop supports and promotes local established and emerging artists, providing valuable, artist-focused promotion, including branded social media posts, to help spread the word about your work!   

• CLAY LA is held in Craft Contemporary’s outdoor courtyard, facing Wilshire Blvd. In the unlikely event of rain, vendors will move indoors to the museum’s gallery and workshop spaces. 

CLAY LA will take place in the museum's outdoor courtyard over the weekend of:

• The call for entries is open from 01/27/26 to 02/27/26. 

• To apply, we ask that you fill out a brief form telling us about you, your work, and the kinds of items you plan to sell. We will also ask for sample images. There is no fee to apply. 

Applications will be accepted from 01/27/26 to 02/27/26. All applicants will be notified of the selection decision by Friday, March 13, 2026.

• Our selection committee is looking for a diverse but cohesive mix of merchandise and vendors that reflects the breadth of craft practices and makers working in the LA-area today. We will also consider local resellers of vintage or imported handcrafted goods following ethical and sustainable sourcing practices.

• Price points are not mandated, but we do look for vendors who have items for sale at a range of prices. 

• There is no application fee.
• We collect a table fee of $300 from selected vendors that encompasses the entire event weekend (Preview Evening, Saturday, and Sunday). 
• Each vendor will be individually responsible for their sales, and will keep 100% of their profits.

• Vendors are provided with one (1) six-foot table and seating for up to two (2) people.
• If you prefer to bring your own display fixtures, keep in mind that your entire setup (including space for you!) must fit within a 4’ x 6’ footprint. All alternative displays must be approved in advance.
• Craft Contemporary does not provide any display racks, extension cords, tablecloths, signage, etc. Access to an electrical outlet may be requested, but due to space limitations, is not guaranteed. Shade umbrellas are strategically placed to provide shade during the sunniest hours of the day, but we encourage you to bring a hat!

• Vendors provide their unique designed and handcrafted ceramic wares! They also provide approved display fixtures, tablecloths, signage, extension cords, and any other items needed to create a fun and eye-catching display for their work. Must fix on a six-foot table or within a 4' x 6' footprint.

• Vendors bring all their own bags and packaging so that customers can easily and safely transport their purchases.

• Vendors agree to keep their table staffed with at least one person at all times during the event. They are also responsible for setting up and taking down their entire display each day. Overnight on-site storage is provided on Friday and Saturday. 

• Each vendor will be individually responsible for their sales, and will keep 100% of their profits.

• Vendors are expected to arrive one and a half hours before the Market hours each day in order to setup.
• They are also responsible for packing up their station at closing time, and storing it inside the museum.
• Selected vendors will receive a payment form upon acceptance. Payment must be submitted within 30 days of receiving the notice without exceptions.