ETHNOFEST, Tbilisi, Georgia Tbilisi International Summit of Crafts and Design ETHNOFEST is one of the largest platforms for crafts makers, designers, entrepreneurs, retailers, experts, commercial agents, buyers and the general public in the South Caucasus region. It aims promotion of artistic and heritage crafts, build economic sustainability of actors and safeguard traditional knowledge. The event combines expo, educational activities, networking and contest “the Best Booth”. To International designers and makers EthnoFest offers a chance to showcase and sell handmade product, network with peers, interact with diverse customer segments and crafts experts. At the same time the Summit is a great opportunity for experts, sales agents and visitor to discover diversity of Georgian crafts, deep dive in its cultural heritage, trace the trends of its development and find new suppliers. Summit is founded and organized by the Georgian Arts and Culture Center. This year EthnoFest celebrates its 5th edition. The call for participation is now open! The deadline for international participants is extended to July 31, 2024. The participation is open for diverse actors of the artistic craft sector: designer-makers, craftsmen, associations, galleries, craft and museum shops etc. EthnoFest will be glad to host also international experts, sector representatives and interested parties. The summit details and registration forms can be found here. More About the ETHNOFEST The summit offers an opportunity to designer-makers and craftsmen to present their handmade products, get feedback from experts, establish business contacts, find new customers and get access to markets. On the other hand, the festival enables customers to purchase handmade products directly from their creators and discover the story beyond through this unique face-to-face communication. ETHNOFEST is the place, to create economic opportunities for and with artistic crafts sector representatives to meet the challenges, accomplish the goals and develop their businesses. It comprises several sections such as expo, public presentations, masterclasses, exhibitions and other side events. With further questions please contact us at: ethnofest@gaccgeorgia.org www.tbilisiethnofest.ge
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