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3rd Annual Art Market

May 30 at the Tacoma campus.

Support student and community artists 

Saturday, May 30, 2026

11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Everyone is welcome to attend this outdoor community event! Admission is free.

The Tacoma Community College Annual Art Market is committed to creating a dynamic platform where student artists and seasoned community artists come together to learn, collaborate, and grow. By fostering an environment where emerging talent and experienced artists can exchange ideas, skills, and insights, we build lasting bridges between the classroom and the broader artistic community. Students are given the invaluable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in selling and debuting their artwork, empowering them to build confidence and gain practical knowledge for their future careers. As the community’s college, we are dedicated to providing meaningful opportunities for both students and established artists to connect, share, and inspire one another. Each year, with the support of our artists, attendees, and partners, the Art Market will continue to expand, deepening its impact and creating unforgettable experiences that celebrate creativity, learning, and the collective spirit of Tacoma.

Location: Lot A

Parking: When attending the Art Market, please park in Lot N. For ADA parking, please go to Lot B and park in a designated ADA spot. 

  • Overflow is Lot M.
  • If you're a vendor for the Art Market, please park in Lot C.

Campus Map

For questions, contact: tccartmarket2026@testtacomacc.onmicrosoft.com

For attendees, we'll have a craft station for kids to hang out at (with parent supervision)!

 Types of Vendors Joining Us

Discover the incredible artists, makers, and small businesses joining us this year. Each vendor brings their own creative spark, unique style, and handcrafted goods to explore.

Food Trucks

  • Stacks burgers
  • ThaiM to roll 
  • Cafesito con Ruby
  • Xantolo taqueria 
  • Ono Ice Shack Hawaiian shave ice 

Visual Art

● Original paintings (oil, acrylic, watercolor, gouache)
● Illustrations, drawings, ink art, mixed media
● Photography prints and photo cards
● Digital art prints, posters, comics, zines
● Blockprints, linocuts, etchings, screen prints

Craft & Homemade Goods

● Pottery and ceramics (cups, bowls, vases, trinket dishes, figurines)
● Woodwork, stained glass, mosaics
● Resin art (jewelry, trays, coasters, memorial pieces)
● Polymer clay art, clay figurines, paper mache sculptures
● Botanical prints, handmade cards, journals, bookmarks
● Leatherwork, sewn goods, embroidery, quilting

Wearable Art & Accessories

● Jewelry (beaded, wire‑wrapped, metalwork, copper, crystal, permanent jewelry)
● Crochet and knit items (plushies, hats, scarves, accessories)
● Clothing and apparel (hand‑painted shirts, upcycled garments, printed tees)
● Bags, totes, pouches, wallets, keychains, lanyards
● Hair accessories and embroidered caps

Home and Lifestyle Goods

● Candles, wax melts, room sprays
● Handmade soaps, body oils, scrubs, skincare
● Home décor (wall art, suncatchers, fairy gardens, birdhouses)
● Plant‑related items (pots, herb planters, garden décor)

Live or Interactive Creators

● Portrait artists
● Live painting or sketching
● On‑site commissions
● Henna and face painting
● Aura painting or mini wellness sessions

TCC Campus Clubs

● Clay Club: pottery and ceramic goods
● Makeup Club: handmade fake nails

Miscellaneous and Unique Items

● Plushies and amigurumi
● Fantasy props (wands, spell books, fairy dolls)
● Stationery (stickers, sticker sheets, notepads, coloring books)
● 3D printed items (dragons, fidgets, models)
● Novelty goods (pins, magnets, charms, bookmarks)

Artist Preview

Browse a preview of handmade goods, original art, ceramics, fiber work, jewelry, prints, and more from student and community creators.

A ceramics booth with handmade mugs, bowls, and display pieces Ceramics and tableware Bright beaded hoop earrings displayed in four colorways Beaded earrings A red illustrated city print with architectural details Original prints A crocheted sunflower and trailing plant displayed on a table Crochet work A fantasy illustration of a character riding a dragon at sunset Digital illustration A hand holding a black ceramic cup above a table of pottery Handmade pottery A colorful digital illustration of a winged figure among mushrooms Fantasy art A collage of decorative handmade birdhouses and garden pieces Home and garden goods Small crocheted ducks and round plush characters arranged in a row Plush characters A painted portrait under a deep blue sky Painting An artist smiling beside work displayed at an outdoor booth Artist booths Black and pink beaded flower earrings on display Wearable art A white crocheted octopus with colorful coaster tentacles Crochet decor A yellow and blue beaded necklace and matching earrings Jewelry sets A soft portrait painting surrounded by bright flowers Floral portrait Duck charms and colorful rings arranged on a blue background Charms and accessories A framed artwork photographed outdoors near water and greenery Framed art Pink and blue handmade hair bows on a pink background Hair accessories A black and white illustration of two dressed characters beneath a moon Line art Carved display signs photographed outdoors at sunset Display pieces Small crochet pieces and handmade goods arranged in clear containers Small handmade goods An illustrated musician holding a guitar Character art Metal letters and decorative forms on a work surface Metalwork Metalwork pieces laid out on a bench Forged details A colorful pop art style face painting on a yellow background Pop art painting A black and white forest home illustration Illustrated landscapes A red crocheted dinosaur and small companion on a table Crochet plush A black and white anatomical fantasy illustration Detailed illustration