Shoppu Artist Applications

Apply to vend at Shumicon Shoppu!

You can apply to sell your own art and merchandise at Shumicon Shoppu!

Shumicon Shoppu on like a large Artist Alley, where independent artists and small businesses can showcase and sell their own art and products. Please note that official resellers have their own application process.

You can apply with a portfolio between Monday 18.8.- Sunday 31.8.2025. Please get familiar with the application rules and guidelines before sending your application.

There are two tablesizes available; BASIC (apprx.140x70cm) and MAXI (apprx.180x60cm). All tables will have 2 chairs and more chairs can be asked for.

Pricing:

BASIC (140x70cm) 85€

MAXI (180x60cm) 115€

How to apply:

All artists must provide a portfolio when applying. Application period is 18.8.-31.8.2025 and applications will be collected with a Google Form. We do not offer free tablespots. The form will be added on this page once the application period opens. Please familiarize yourself with the application guidelines.

Only applications sent within the application period and sent via the form will be considered. Do not email, DM or attempt to apply via any other means besides the official application form. If there is a problem with the form, please contact the representative via email at taidekuja@shumicon.fi


Application guidelines

  • The event is open to the public from 10am to 4pm (10:00-16:00).
  • All chosen artists will have their introductions included on Shumicon’s website and social media channels. All chosen artists must provide a short introduction text, their logo or avatar image and 3-5 product images. Failure to provide introduction materials will mean that the artist does not receive an introduction.
  • Artists may apply alone or in a group. Groups must fill one (1) form together.
  • When applying the artist may include a mention if they have wishes regarding their possible table’s positioning. Wishes can be related to accessibility or wanting to be close to a friend. We will look over all wishes but cannot guarantee that we can fulfill all of them.
  • Artists will be chosen during September and October. All applicants will be informed whether or not they were chosen or not.
  • An artist may cancel their table before the event by contacting the representative via email at taidekuja@shumicon.fi. The table will then be offered to the next applicant on the waitlist. The waitlist is collected via the application form.
  • A cancelled table’s payment will not be returned.
  • Practicalities, schedules and payment info will be sent to chosen artists via email closer to the event.

Make sure you read the portfolio guidelines through thoroughly. Failure to abide by the guidelines will result in disqualification.


Only applications done via the official application form will be considered by the jury. The jury consists of different Shumicon representatives.

  • Social media links are not portfolios and will result in disqualification. Social medias include Instagram, Cara, Vgen, BlueSky, X, Tumblr etc.
  • The portfolio must be in PDF-format.
    Do not send a link to a Google Slides presentation or Canva presentation, you will be disqualified. You can link the PDF from a cloud storage service such as Google Driveen.
  • If you cannot create a PDF-file or a separate website, you can also provide a link to a cloud storage service folder with pictures of your products and art.
  • Ensure that the link to your portfolio works. Broken links will not be considered and will result in disqualification.
  • There is no image limit to the portfolio. An ideal amount is 8-15 images. Do not go overboard with text.

    Note: If you have an extensive selection of f.ex. stickers, you can showcase all of them in one large collage.
  • You can showcase upcoming products as mockups of products. Do not showcase pencil sketches.
  • Preferably showcase products you would actually sell at Shumicon Shoppu.
  • Please do include photos of your previous table setups or your table mockup.
  • In the case of groups applying together, your portfolio must include both artists’ products.
  • The portfolio’s layout is not considered, only the contents, but please try to make your portfolio easy to read.

Rules regarding products and selling

  • At Shoppu artists are allowed to sell original works of art as well as fanart that has been made by them, regardless of medium. Selling AI generated images or pirated goods is prohibited and should an artist be found guilty of this, Shumicon reserves the right to remove the artist from the event.
  • Traced or otherwise copied fanart is not allowed. The fanart must have its’ own original flair and the artists’ style should show through. Any type of reselling of official goods on an artist table is not allowed.
  • Please do not bring R18 (K-18) art to Shumicon Shoppu. All age restricted material must be hidden within a separate folder which can only be given for browsing after checking the customer’s age. The selling artist is responsible for checking the customer’s age.
  • In the case of crafts, we hope that the products are actually handmade and not made from ready-made parts, especially in the case of jewelry.

    All sellers are responsible for making sure that the patterns they use for their crafted items allow for reselling, as well as the safety of the finished products.
  • Official resellers may contact myyntisali@shumicon.fi if they’re interested in selling at Shoppu.
  • Racist, discriminatory or otherwise inappropriate content or behavior is prohibited. Shumicon reserves to right to remove the seller from the event.
  • It is prohibited to use the space behind the artist table for lingering. Artists can have assistant sellers, but the space behind the table is not meant for helping friends to take a break.
  • Respect your fellow artists and their belongings! Do not block any of the passages with your belongings and aim to maintain a tolerable volume. Do not play music or videos at your table.
  • We allow proxysellers, as long as the proxy is still selling products from an artist that was chosen from the applications.
  • Artists are responsible for their own belongings at all times. Shumicon is not responsible for any of your belongings while at the event. Keep an eye on your valuables at all times.
  • You may decorate your table as long as you ensure that larger structures are safe and steady and will not fall over. If you want to decorate with fairy lights, make sure to choose a battery-powered model.
  • Artists are not allowed to have clothing racks, mirrors or any other structures next to the table.

    Artists can have extra shelves or small tables behind the main table assuming there is enough space. Suitcases and bags and all movables should be hidden beneath the table or in a way that they will not be in the way in the case of an evacuation.
  • Make sure you have enough change for the event.
  • Do also consider getting a card reader such as SumUp or iZettle, as many customers prefer to pay only with card. MobilePay is also relatively popular and allows for a QR-code for payments.
  • Prepare the signage and price tags beforehand. A full price list is also helpful to keep on the table.
  • If you don’t have a table the same size as the event table at home, you can instead plan your table by marking the area on the floor with tape. This will save you a lot of time while building your table at the event.
  • If your products aren’t packaged individually, it is advised to provide the customer with some sort of protection for their purchase, such as an envelope, paper bag or a plastic pocket.
  • Remember to drink and eat!
  • Shumicon Shoppu is held in November and the venue can be chilly. Make sure to dress appropriately and preferably pack some extra clothing too.

FAQ

How is the table price calculated and why are they so expensive even though the event is only for one day?
– The table payments go directly towards the venue’s rent, Shumicon is not benefitting from the payments as we are a non-profit event. Any surplus that might be left over will be used to organize Shumicon events in the future.

Can I apply for both table sizes?
– Yes, if you’re interested in both sized you may apply for both on the application form. We will ask for your preferred table size separately on the application form.

Can I come and build my table the night before the event?
– No, you cannot. It is not possible to build anything the night before. There will be 1-2 hours of prep time before the venue is opened to customers.

Is parking available at the venue?
– Shumicon Shoppu is organized in Musiikkitalo’s main foyer, in the heart of Helsinki right next to the main railway station and Oodi library. The closest parking is the paid parking halls Aimo Park Finlandia and EuroPark P-Eliel. Musiikkitalo is extremely easy to access with public transportation. You can find more information on Musiikkitalo’s website.


Any questions you’d like to ask?
You can reach out to the representative via email at taidekuja@shumicon.fi


Are you a licenced reseller of official goods?
If you’re interested in selling official goods of anime, manga and videogames at Shoppu, please reach out via email at myyntisali@shumicon.fi

Please include a short introduction, why you’d like to be included at Shoppu and a link to your webstore or website by Sunday 31.8.2025.

All pirated goods and items including AI-generated images are prohibited, as well as selling products with stolen art such as acrylic charms, stickers, sticker sheets etc. that were clearly purchased from AliExpress or Temu.