Prospectus
INSTRUCTIONS
New artists
$50 non refundable application fee is due immediately. Please do not upload your images without completing payment.
* Complete all parts of the application/ registration form including image descriptions.
* Include five images only per category, four of your work and one of your booth with work displayed.
* If you are applying in two categories, please submit two sets of images, two jury fees and a copy of the application for each entry.
* If paying by check, make checks payable to: South University Area Association.
Mail to: South University Area Association P.O. Box 4525, Ann Arbor, MI 48106-4525.
* Indicate your booth preference, however do NOT send booth fee until you are notified of acceptance.
* Sign and date the general release statement.
Re-invited Artists
*$100 deposit checks are due by Oct 1, 2014
*Mail check or money order for the remaining $600.00 booth fee by January 12, 2015.
* If you have requested a double booth, do not send payment for additional booth at this time. If we are able to accommodate your request a final bill will be sent in April.
* Make checks payable to: South University Area Association. Mail to: South University Area Association P.O. Box 4525, Ann Arbor, MI 48106-4525.
* If you wish to be juried in an additional category, please follow instructions for new artists. Please note that although you may exhibit in more than one medium, you may be assigned only one space.
RULES AND STANDARDS
In effort to provide the highest quality show possible, all art work exhibited must be original work, done by the artist. NO work from molds, kits or commercial methods is allowed.
* Reproductions: Artists juried in the painting/ drawing categories will be allowed to sell reproductions of their original work in limited, signed and numbered editions. Editions of a single work may not exceed 250. Reproductions must be archival, the same size or smaller than the original work, be matted but not framed and displayed in a clearly marked print bin no larger than 18"x48". The Fair committee requires each artist to provide them with a detailed description of their reproduction process. All reproduction bins must be clearly marked. Only one reproduction bin per 10'x10' booth space will be allowed. This will be strictly enforced.
* If you handcraft the plates, stone or screen, the printed result is considered an Original Multiple, to be properly registered, signed and numbered. Editions of a single work must not exceed 250 and must be signed and numbered by the artist.
* Photographers shall make prints from the original negatives, processed by themselves. All photographs must be signed and numbered by artist in limited edition, not to exceed 250.
* All paintings, watercolors, drawings, prints and photographs must be framed or matted and displayed in suitable portfolio or stand.
* Functional ceramics is considered a "fine craft", therefore multiples of essentially the same items such as bowls, cups, plates and tiles may be exhibited.
* Jewelers shall not use any commercially fabricated forms or settings. Only artists accepted in the jewelry category may display and sell jewelry.
* Leatherworks shall not be crafted using machine tooling, machine-screened patterns or other forms of mass production.
* Artists must represent their own work and be present the entire four days of the Fair. No agents allowed. This means you can only exhibit in one of the Ann Arbor Art Fairs.
Cancellation Policy / Refunds
* In the event you must cancel, please notify us immediately by calling our office at (734) 663-5300.
* You are also required to put your cancellation in writing and send or email it to: South University Area Association, PO Box 4525, Ann Arbor, MI 48106-4525 / southu@gmail.com
* If the cancellation is made before May 1st, 2015, your booth fee will be refunded minus a $100 administration fee.
* There are no refunds for cancellations after May 1st, 2015.
Submitting an application is a commitment to Fair Rules and General Terms and Conditions.
2015 SCHEDULE
New artists
* January 23, 2015 Application deadline
* Feburary 27 , 2015- The results of the blind jury will be available on JAS website.
* March 20, 2015- $700 booth fee due.
If paying by check, make checks payable to: South University Area Association.
Mail to: South University Area Association P.O. Box 4525, Ann Arbor, MI 48106-4525.
* We accept credit card payments through our office at (734)663-5300.
Credit card payments for Booth Fees are non refundable after May 1, 2015
Credit card payments for Deposits are non refundable after 30 days.
An administrative fee of 3% is assessed on each transaction.
* April 2015- Booth assignments emailed along with bill for any remaining booth fees.
* July 15-18, 2015- Ann Arbor's South University Art Fair.
Re-Invited Artists
* August 2014- Invitations extended for the 2015 event
* October 1, 2014 - $100 deposit due
* January 11, 2015 registration forms and $600 balance due (post marked
by due date)
* April 2015- Booth assignments will be available at www.a2southu.com
* July 15-18, 2015 - Ann Arbor's South University Art Fair.
Wait-Listed Artists
* March 19, 2015- $700 deposit due. In the event space does become available, artist will be notified and $700.00 deposit will be cashed.
INFORMATION
Maggie Ladd, Art Fair Director
P.O. Box 4525
Ann Arbor, MI 48106-4525
(734) 663-5300
southu@gmail.com
www.a2southu.com
Location, Booth Fees and Amenities
Ann Arbor's South University Art Fair is situated in the heart of the South University Area. Layout improvements such as extending to State Street, making the Fairs contiguous, storage space, double booths and additional corners are sure to appeal to artists and audience alike. There will be approximately 200 booths. All artists must supply their own booth structures. There are inside, corner and double booths available. 10'x10' booths are $700, 10'x10' corner booths are $800 and 20'x10' booths are between $1400 and $1600. While every effort is made to honor specific booth requests, assignments are made on the basis of availability. All booths must be 10'x10', white with white tent walls, and constructed of fire retardant material.
The South University Area Association strives to provide their artists with all that is needed for a successful and enjoyable event. Accordingly, in addition to our excellent location, we provide extensive amenities to make this location your favorite. Amenities include, but are not limited to:
* Catered artists' welcome reception.
* Booth-sitting service.
* Assistance with accommodations.
* Artists Lounge
Mentoring Program
We will solicit nominations from educators, arts organizations and established artists. Our goal is to receive a small group of screened candidates; people that have genuine talent and a real interest in making a living as an artist, as well as need for "help" in getting started. We propose to hold open several locations for "new talent." In addition there will be a reduced booth fee of $250 for emerging artists and a $100 reduction in fees for mentors.
Awards
Award winners will receive a fee-free invitation to the 2016 event.
GENERAL RELEASE:
By applying Exhibitor(s)/Applicant(s) acknowledge all show rules and standards, terms and conditions. It is expressly understood and agreed that Exhibitor(s) /Applicant(s) shall hold the event organizers, South University Area Association, City of Ann Arbor, and/or any Employee(s) and/or Agent(s) of the above entities harmless from any and all damages arising from said exhibition. The Applicant also authorizes the use of images of their work for use in Fair publicity, documentation or promotion. The South University Area Association Board and Art Fair Committee reserve the right to make final interpretation of the rules.