2026 USA Jigsaw Nationals Artist Alley

Description

The USA Jigsaw Puzzle Association invites artists to apply for the first-ever Artist Alley at the 2026 USA Jigsaw Nationals, taking place March 27–29, 2026 at the Atlanta Convention Center at AmericasMart.

Artist Alley is a new, curated feature of the USA Jigsaw Nationals which is a national championship and convention celebrating speed puzzling, the jigsaw puzzling community, and the visual artistry of jigsaw puzzles. Unlike traditional art fairs, the Jigsaw Nationals Artist Alley connects artists directly with an audience that studies and appreciates artwork in a uniquely intimate way—puzzlers spend hours with every detail of an image. The Alley offers a rare opportunity to meet passionate fans, sell and showcase your work in a fresh format, and build relationships with puzzle companies seeking new collaborators. It’s a creative space where art meets interaction, and where your work can reach a devoted new audience that truly pieces it all together.

**Who Should Apply**

We’re seeking visual artists of all mediums — painters, illustrators, digital artists, mixed-media creators, and designers — whose work translates well to the jigsaw puzzle format. Artists with family-friendly imagery that’s rich in color, detail, or storytelling are especially encouraged to apply.

**Why Participate**

Selected artists will:

* Receive 50 complimentary puzzles featuring their own artwork, produced by our sponsor puzzleYOU (valued at $1,500+ retail).
* Have the option to order additional puzzles or images at a 30% discount ($20 each).
* Showcase and sell their work at the USA Jigsaw Nationals, attended by 1,500+ puzzlers and 20–30 puzzle companies.
* Be featured in social media promotions, the official event program, and on-site event signage.
* Gain opportunities to network directly with puzzle companies seeking new artists.

**Event Details**

* Event Dates: March 27–29, 2026
* Location: Atlanta Convention Center at AmericasMart
* Artist Alley Hours: Fri 9am–6pm, Sat 9am–6pm, Sun 9am–4pm
* Booth Fee: $200 includes 10’x10’ booth, table, chairs, two exhibitor badges, and complimentary/discounted puzzles (additional cost for electrical, pipe/drape, and other decor)
* Application Deadline: Sunday, February 8, 2026
* Acceptance Notifications: By February 15, 2026

**How It Works**

Artists will be selected based on fit, variety, and appeal to the puzzling community. Once accepted:

1. Artists will pay their booth fee via USAJPA’s website.
2. puzzleYOU will contact each artist directly to collect artwork files and manage puzzle production.
3. Puzzles will be delivered to each artist’s booth at the event.

Artists retain full ownership of their images and may continue to sell their puzzles after the event. No licensing agreement is required.

**Join Us**

This is an exciting opportunity to introduce your work to a vibrant and fast-growing community of puzzlers and puzzle companies. Come share your art, meet fans, and explore a new way to see your creativity come to life — one piece at a time.

More info and application at www.usajigsaw.org/2026-nationals (scroll to bottom).