In the weeks leading up to the show we visit 2 – 4 local artists and conduct a Studio Visit to capture engaging behind-the-scenes content of their creative processes and inspirations behind their work. These are shared to our social media platforms. If you are a local Chicago artist and are interested in having our team come out to your studio for a visit, please reach out to Jordyn Messinger.
Maker Monday is a weekly marketing series spotlighting various artists and makers on our social media platforms to introduce our audience to exhibitors that will be at upcoming shows.
Meet the Makers is a marketing collection that identifies shared creative themes amongst exhibiting artists that are then highlighted in a blog post promoted on social media and our website.
Our Gift Guide is a curated collection that showcases unique finds from exhibiting artists to give shoppers an idea of what is available to purchase for every person, holiday, celebration and occasion.
By filling out this form, your responses may be used in various media outreach and promotional efforts for the show. The deadline to submit is Monday, March 10th, 2025.
The Fine Art Gallery offers our fine artists additional exposure in a gallery environment. Located on the show floor, this space is professionally curated, hung and lit allowing art enthusiasts a unique space to view like work. Upon acceptance, a $150 fee applies. Only one piece can be submitted per artist. The application can be found here.
Your artist profile is featured on our website and is where visitors can go to discover your story, photos of your work, links to your social media platforms, and more. Customize it and make it shine!
To begin editing your profile, click on the ‘login’ button and complete all sections.
Username: Your email address at which you receive all OOAK communication
Password: Is the one that you set when activating your account
During the show, visitors to our website will have the ability to access your online shop. The opt-in feature will link shoppers to your e‑commerce site via your artist profile. To opt-in, please select the“Show Shopping Info” toggle in your artist profile and add your product photos and links to your profile. The online shopping feature will go live on the first day of the show, Friday, April 25th.
We have post cards available this year for you to hand out during your other shows or mail directly to clients! If you would like to be mailed a pack of 100 postcards, each of which include 2 complimentary tickets to the show, please fill out this form here.
Banner #1 — Facebook banner with photos
Banner #2 — 1100x200 web banner with illustrations
Graphic #1 — ‘See Me at the One of a Kind Spring Show!‘
Graphic #2 — ‘Visit Me at the 9th Annual One of a Kind Spring Show!‘
Graphic #3 — Show logo, dates, hours
Graphic #4 — Show logo, dates, and URL to website
Graphic #5 — Logo and dates
We encourage you to join us on our social media channels. Our hashtag is #OOAKChicago and you can find us and “Like” or “Follow” us on Instagram, Facebook, and Linkedin. Please note that if you tag something with #OOAKChicago or @ooakchicago we may repost it to our social media feed on our website.
Our Facebook Artist Group is intended to be a resource for all Chicago One of a Kind exhibitors currently contracted for the 2025 Shows. Artists and makers are encouraged to connect with one another, contribute advice as well as provide resources and tips in preparation for the show. Visit the group here.
If you are interested in advertising in the printed One of a Kind Show Guide, please contact Performance Media at 847.770.4620 or email them at sales@performancemedia.us. Artists receive a 25% discount.
Are you interested in providing complimentary product for promotional efforts leading up to the show (social media giveaways, etc.)? If so, please reach out to Jordyn Messinger.
Leading up to the Show, we send monthly Artist Newsletters to our exhibitors containing important show information. The Newsletters will be linked below for reference.
January Newsletter (Originally sent 1/16/2025)
February Newsletter (Originally sent 2/19/2025)
March Newsletter (Originally sent 3/17/2025)
The OOAK team hosted an Artist Webinar on Tuesday, March 18th. You can view the presentation deck here.
We are happy to share the One of a Kind Artist Ambassador Program. The goal of this program is to formally recognize exceptional One of a Kind returning artists who consistently support the show by encouraging other outstanding artists to participate and by being a mentor/resource for new OOAK artists. If selected, Ambassadors will have the opportunity to earn $100 off their booth fee for each referral who contracts with the show (referring artists must be named on the application).
To apply for this opportunity, please click here.
To view and connect with artist ambassadors, please click here.
Please see the updated logo here.
“Patron’s Choice at One of a Kind Show Chicago” is an opportunity for One of a Kind shoppers to vote on their favorite artist booth. The top 5 artists will be recognized with numerous promotional opportunities and the top 3 of those 5 will receive the following credit towards next year’s show.
1st place — $1000
2nd place — $500
3rd place — $300
We will be holding a pre-show celebration in the Center café on Thursday, April 24th from 4:30 – 5:30pm. Join us after set-up for light bites, refreshing drinks, a chance to win prizes (must be present to collect) and connect with other artists!
Reach out to our team, and they’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have.
