Artist Alley

 

 

Artists Alley 2008 is full as of 4/1/08 !!!

Hello Fanime Artists!

Thank you for your interest in making the artists alley this year the best it has ever been! We filled up pretty quickley and are now full with a waitlist!

This year we are doing things a bit diffrently to give other people a chance to have a table.  For thought of you that have already registerd we will be opening up registration from 12 to 6 on Friday the 23rd of May. This will be the registration for your table for the entire convention.

Please Note!!!!

If you cannot make this registration date/time please email the artists alley staff (fanimeartistalley2008@gmail.com) anad tell us you will not be able to make the registration hours on Friday.  This is critical because there are no refunds for tables that are paid for and given away to thought that are on the waitlist

For those of you on the waitlist

we will be opening registration after 6PM on Friday. this will be first come forst serve and will be assigned seats.  If you have paid for a table and do not get one a refund chec will be given.  All refunds will be issued once the convention has been closed  

Thanks for your interest in being part of the Artist Alley at FanimeCon 2008. We have compiled your suggestions and comments from last year and hope to improve on this year’s experience. We hope that with these adjustments your experience this year will be a positive and fun one!

In order to have a table you must fulfill the following requirements

* You must have a full convention pass.
* You must have a valid sales permit, either for the year, or the weekend of the convention. (Information on the sellers permit.)
* You must have a completed and signed Fanime 2008 Artist Alley Contract. (PDF Version)
* You must have your table paid in full by the cutoff date. This fee is non-refundable and time sensitive, so the payment must be post marked by the appropriate date.

How to reserve a table:

In order to reserve a table you must have the following mailed in to the Fanime office:

* Proof of purchase of a full convention pass (the confirmation email is fine).
* A completed Fanime Artist Alley 2008 Contract.
* A photocopy of your sales permit, or proof of sales permit registration.
* A check or money order made out to: Anime Resource Group. (Cash or Paypal are not accepted)

Please mail the above to:

FanimeCon 2008 Artist Alley Registration
798 Auzerais Avenue
San Jose, CA 95126

Once we have received this information we will be able to complete your registration for 2008.

 

For more information about the FanimeCon Artist Alley 2008 please visit our Myspace and Livejournal:

* Myspace
* Livejournal

Below we have compiled a few of the frequently asked questions concerning the Artist Alley:

How much is it for a table at the Artist Alley?

The price for one (1) table for the entire duration of the convention will be $15 per day if fully registered on/before 12/31/07, $20 per day if fully registered on/before 5/16/08, and $25 per day at the convention itself.

Why do I need a sales permit? Other conventions don’t ask me for one.

A sales permit is required in the state of California for anyone that intends to sell or lease tangible personal property that would ordinarily be subject to sales tax if sold at retail. If any party that participates at this convention does not follow this, any state/federal official has the ability to shut down the exhibit hall at any time.

* Information on the sellers permit.

How old do I have to be to have a table?

The age limit for a table is 16. If you are between the ages of 16 and 18, you must have the sellers permit under your parents name. They will be able to help you acquire a permit. You will also need a letter of expressed written consent signed by your legal guardian stating that they assume legal responsibilities for the selling of your artwork at the convention.

How does the seating chart work?

The seating chart will be passed around in order of registration. Please note that the seating chart is subject to change as the other events that are held in the Exhibit Hall are also subject to change. Be assured that by being accepted into registration you will have a table, but the exact location of the table cannot be guaranteed.

Can I change tables?

Once you have chosen your seating arrangement it will be locked down until convention time. At the day of the convention you can discuss changing locations with the other artist envolved.

I have friends that I want to sit by, how can I be assured that I’m sitting next to or near them?

If you wish to sit by other artists you must follow these instructions very carefully. Failure to do so will not guarantee that you will be all sitting together. If you have a group that wishes to sit together please inform all parties involved that you wish to sit together. The seating chart is passed around in order of registration, so the first person to receive the seating chart will be the spokesperson for your group. When responding to artist alley management please inform them of the block of tables you wish to reserve along with ALL of the parties involved. Failure to do so will result in incorrect seating, and you will not be guaranteed adjoining or adjacent seats.

Another way this can be accomplished is if you are a group of artists, you may all use one contract to sign up (all participating artists must sign the contract). Please contact Artist Alley Management if you wish to reserve a block of tables this way.

How can I get power for my table?

There are no powered tables this year. The staff table will have a power station if you need to charge your laptop cellphone or need to make prints. Things left at teh staff table unatended are not the responcability of the staff. 

Where is the Artist Alley going to be?

The Artist Alley will be held in Exhibit Hall 1. This is the room on the Concourse next to the dealers room.

Will there be tables on the Concourse?

No, there will be no tables available on the Concourse this year. The added events on the Concourse will contribute to a decreased walkway and will produce a fire hazard if additional tables are added. We will continue to pursue this suggestion, but for Fanime 2008 these will not be available.

What are the hours of the Artist Alley?

The Exhibit Hall hours will be:

* Friday 1PM to 9PM
* Saturday 11AM to 9PM
* Sunday 11AM to 9PM
* Monday 11AM to 3PM

We will try to have the room opened an hour before opening so that artists will have time to setup and prepare. Artists must be out of the room by 9:30 Friday to Sunday, and by 3:30PM on Monday (Hours are subject to change).

Can I leave my stuff at my table overnight?

The rooms will be secured after hours, but the facility access corridors will not be closed or locked. FanimeCon is not liable for lost or stolen goods. We suggest that you take any valuables with you when you leave for the evening.

If you have any additional questions you may email us at FanimeArtistAlley2008@gmail.com