Call to Artisans... BECOME AN EXHIBITOR!
ON-LINE APPLICATION NOW CLOSED!
ON-LINE APPLICATION NOW CLOSED!
Submission Deadline: Monday, April 24, 2017
This is an on-line application process and we're looking for all artistic mediums including edibles.
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** INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CURATED **
This is an on-line application process and we're looking for all artistic mediums including edibles.
--> Please read all acceptance criteria for application and accompanying photo submission <--
** INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CURATED **
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA
ELIGIBILITY:
All items offered for sale must be created by the artist, artisan or craftsperson. Any items derived from kit work, wholesale or commercially purchased/manufactured products or are in direct conflict with copyright infringement will not be allowed.
SELECTION:
APPLICATIONS ARE JURIED and based on the originality, quality and craftmanship of the handmade product you intend to sell.
Each show is juried as a NEW SHOW and previous participation does not guarantee acceptance into the current show.
Applicants who focus on one main product category may receive preference over applicants having multiple product lines.
Limits are imposed in categories to make for a varied and diverse show.
Applications whose main product category is not jewellery, may NOT sell jewellery products unless juried and accepted to do so.
Accepted exhibitors are required to submit a raffle prize to benefit our charity partner in accordance with Mistletoe Magic's show guidelines.
PRESENTATION:
The professionalism and creativity of your booth display is a consideration in our applicant selection and helps to determine booth placement in the show.
IMPORTANT:
To keep the show fresh and unique, previous participation in any of our WeCreate artisan events (Mistletoe Magic or The Mother of all Craft Shows) does not guarantee acceptance in to the current 2017 Mistletoe Magic Show.
Each show is juried as a new show due to the large number of applications received.
Exhibitors are required to submit items for raffle in accordance with Mistletoe Magic's show guidelines.
Note: Only complete applications, including photo's, will be considered, even if you have participated in past shows. Please send all info!
EXHIBITOR SPACE:
ALL exhibitor spaces are designated as a standard 6ft x 3ft TABLE SPACE ONLY with an overall 8'x5' footprint to accommodate
space for seating and maneuvreability around the table. All exhibitors are to supply their own 6' x 3' table the day of the show.
Please Note: Unique to this venue, there are 8 permanently situated 14'x3' solid oak tables found in Ackerman Hall at Albert College and, therefore, an opportunity for an artisan to share one of these tables with another juried exhibitor the day of the show -- OR -- the option to rent the entire solid oak table as a double space. When applying, and ONLY if interested in one of these options, please indicate Option A (I'm ok to share an oak table with another juried exhibitor) or Option B (I would like a double space utilitzing the entire oak table). These spots are very limited and can only accommodate: 16 shared (6'x3'spaces) or 8 double (14'x3') spaces and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. It is important to note that exhibitors situated in these spots will be seated back to back in the centre aisle of the Hall.
EXHIBITOR FEE:
Standard 6ft x 3ft Table Space - provide own 6' x 3' table - $90.00
*Option A: Shared Ackerman Hall oak table - $90.00
*Option B: Double Ackerman Hall oak table - $180.00
Note: *only 8 tables are available offering either shared (16 spots) or double space (8 spots) as noted above.
NOTE: THIS IS ONLY AN APPLICATION for the JURYING PROCESS. Each show is JURIED SEPARATELY and DOES NOT GUARANTEE ACCEPTANCE INTO THE SHOW.
Accepted exhibitors will be sent a show contract including show conditions and information by Saturday, April 29, 2017.
This show contract is to be completed, signed and returned promptly with payment by Monday, May 8, 2017 in order to secure your space.
Failure to submit your show fee by the May 8 deadline will result in loss of space -- no exceptions -- due to the show's extensive wait list!
ELIGIBILITY:
All items offered for sale must be created by the artist, artisan or craftsperson. Any items derived from kit work, wholesale or commercially purchased/manufactured products or are in direct conflict with copyright infringement will not be allowed.
SELECTION:
APPLICATIONS ARE JURIED and based on the originality, quality and craftmanship of the handmade product you intend to sell.
Each show is juried as a NEW SHOW and previous participation does not guarantee acceptance into the current show.
Applicants who focus on one main product category may receive preference over applicants having multiple product lines.
Limits are imposed in categories to make for a varied and diverse show.
Applications whose main product category is not jewellery, may NOT sell jewellery products unless juried and accepted to do so.
Accepted exhibitors are required to submit a raffle prize to benefit our charity partner in accordance with Mistletoe Magic's show guidelines.
PRESENTATION:
The professionalism and creativity of your booth display is a consideration in our applicant selection and helps to determine booth placement in the show.
IMPORTANT:
To keep the show fresh and unique, previous participation in any of our WeCreate artisan events (Mistletoe Magic or The Mother of all Craft Shows) does not guarantee acceptance in to the current 2017 Mistletoe Magic Show.
Each show is juried as a new show due to the large number of applications received.
Exhibitors are required to submit items for raffle in accordance with Mistletoe Magic's show guidelines.
Note: Only complete applications, including photo's, will be considered, even if you have participated in past shows. Please send all info!
EXHIBITOR SPACE:
ALL exhibitor spaces are designated as a standard 6ft x 3ft TABLE SPACE ONLY with an overall 8'x5' footprint to accommodate
space for seating and maneuvreability around the table. All exhibitors are to supply their own 6' x 3' table the day of the show.
Please Note: Unique to this venue, there are 8 permanently situated 14'x3' solid oak tables found in Ackerman Hall at Albert College and, therefore, an opportunity for an artisan to share one of these tables with another juried exhibitor the day of the show -- OR -- the option to rent the entire solid oak table as a double space. When applying, and ONLY if interested in one of these options, please indicate Option A (I'm ok to share an oak table with another juried exhibitor) or Option B (I would like a double space utilitzing the entire oak table). These spots are very limited and can only accommodate: 16 shared (6'x3'spaces) or 8 double (14'x3') spaces and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. It is important to note that exhibitors situated in these spots will be seated back to back in the centre aisle of the Hall.
EXHIBITOR FEE:
Standard 6ft x 3ft Table Space - provide own 6' x 3' table - $90.00
*Option A: Shared Ackerman Hall oak table - $90.00
*Option B: Double Ackerman Hall oak table - $180.00
Note: *only 8 tables are available offering either shared (16 spots) or double space (8 spots) as noted above.
NOTE: THIS IS ONLY AN APPLICATION for the JURYING PROCESS. Each show is JURIED SEPARATELY and DOES NOT GUARANTEE ACCEPTANCE INTO THE SHOW.
Accepted exhibitors will be sent a show contract including show conditions and information by Saturday, April 29, 2017.
This show contract is to be completed, signed and returned promptly with payment by Monday, May 8, 2017 in order to secure your space.
Failure to submit your show fee by the May 8 deadline will result in loss of space -- no exceptions -- due to the show's extensive wait list!
HOW TO APPLY - SUBMISSION DEADLINE ---> MONDAY, APRIL 24, 2017
Step 1 - Jury Process: Fill in the following form with complete information and SUBMIT.
Step 2 - Photographs: Email photographs as per the photograph requirements indicated below. *See tips for taking photos, below*
STEP 1: JURY PROCESS
Step 1 - Jury Process: Fill in the following form with complete information and SUBMIT.
Step 2 - Photographs: Email photographs as per the photograph requirements indicated below. *See tips for taking photos, below*
STEP 1: JURY PROCESS
STEP 2 - PHOTOGRAPH REQUIREMENTS (emailed to mistletoemagicartisanshow@gmail.com by the application deadline!)
Applicants must submit a minimum of 5 digital images of work, clearly identified with item name, representing a range of work you would like to sell at the show PLUS 1-2 images of your display set-up. Photo's to be JPEG/JPG only - 300 dpi, no smaller than 1500 pixels and no larger than 4000 pixels in dimension (in other words - please do not send thumbnail photos nor photos that are super large!)
Send to mistletoemagicartisanshow@gmail.com by the application deadline - MONDAY, APRIL 24, 2017 as these are necessary for the jurying process.
Only complete applications, including photos, will be considered, even if you have participated in our past shows.
Each show is juried as a new show.
Applicants must submit a minimum of 5 digital images of work, clearly identified with item name, representing a range of work you would like to sell at the show PLUS 1-2 images of your display set-up. Photo's to be JPEG/JPG only - 300 dpi, no smaller than 1500 pixels and no larger than 4000 pixels in dimension (in other words - please do not send thumbnail photos nor photos that are super large!)
Send to mistletoemagicartisanshow@gmail.com by the application deadline - MONDAY, APRIL 24, 2017 as these are necessary for the jurying process.
Only complete applications, including photos, will be considered, even if you have participated in our past shows.
Each show is juried as a new show.
TIPS FOR TAKING PHOTOS OF YOUR WORK (reference Guide Central blog)
*Get the lighting right - try to take pictures during the day in natural light
*Keep the background clear - having a busy background will take focus away from what you are capturing
*Focus - blurred shots will get overlooked
*Don't be afraid to use props - use props to enhance your image
*Reflections - be careful what is reflected when you are taking your photos
*Remove price tags - the focus of your photos should be the product and not that little price tag
*Get the lighting right - try to take pictures during the day in natural light
*Keep the background clear - having a busy background will take focus away from what you are capturing
*Focus - blurred shots will get overlooked
*Don't be afraid to use props - use props to enhance your image
*Reflections - be careful what is reflected when you are taking your photos
*Remove price tags - the focus of your photos should be the product and not that little price tag