The Showcase opportunities listed here are exclusively for current DACA members.
Make the most of your membership at Showcase
Sell your work through the Member Sales Gallery
As a DACA member you can sell your work in the Sales Gallery at Showcase. It’s a great way to show off your work to our many visitors.
It’s free to submit your work for sale: we take 25% commission on all sales.
Take part in the Member Design Challenge
If you’d like to show off your creative skills, take a look at the Member Design Challenge.
Use the image provided as inspiration in any way you wish – there are no rules! This year’s image is “Porcelain Fungus” by Cathy Warne. If you would like a larger copy of the image to work from, please contact the DACA Secretary (info@dorsetartsandcrafts.org)
Discounted fees for the competitions
As a DACA member you benefit from discounted fees for entering your work into the judged competitions.
When choosing the competition you are entering, make sure you select the DACA Member option to claim your discount.
Not a member yet? Follow the link below to join.
What you’ll enjoy
as a member
Members tell us they value lots of things – the inspiration, the opportunities, the sense of community – but here are some of the highlights:
- Free entry to Showcase – visit as often as you like throughout the event.
- Discounted entry fees for submitting work to the Showcase competitions.
- Sell your work in the Showcase Sales Gallery.
- The opportunity to apply for a craft stall at Showcase
- Exclusive access to the Members’ Design Challenge – an annual creative project designed to spark original thinking.
- Discounts from selected local suppliers.
- Free listing for your art or craft business on the DACA website.
- Regular newsletters – packed with news, inspiration, and opportunities.
- Have your say – full members can vote at our General Meetings.