APPLICATION TO EXHIBIT AT THE
45th ANNUAL SNAKE ALLEY ART FAIR
SUNDAY JUNE 17, 2012

INFORMATION FOR ARTISTS

    
 *  ALL Artists will be juried this year.
      *  Artists may exhibit only in the categories in which
          they are juried.
      *  Artists must be present with their work for the
          entire Fair day.  Representatives may
          not attend in place of the artists.

IMPORTANT 2012 DATES AND DEADLINES

     
 *  April 13–Postmark deadline for application, fees,
          and images. 
      *  May 4–Notification of the jury acceptance or
          rejection.
      *  May 31–Last date to cancel without forfeiting booth
         fee.
         A no call, no show exhibitor will be ineligible for
         future fairs.  Your application is a commitment
         "to show".

ELIGIBLE WORKS - ONLY ORIGINAL ART

      *  Paintings, drawings, photography.
      *  Prints - label with method of reproduction and
         edition numbers.
      *  Select traditional and contemporary handcrafts.

WORKS NOT ELIGIBLE

      *  Copies of others’ paintings.
      *  Ceramics from commercial molds.
      *  Commercially fabricated jewelry–items from kits.
          SAAF Committee reserves the right to remove works
          not in compliance with rules.
 

 ARTIST APPLICATION PROCESS

      *  Submit attached application form.
      *  Submit three images that represent your works in a
          .jpeg format, on a C.D.
          Clearly label with name, medium, typical size and
          price.
      *  Include a separate check to the Art Guild for the
          non-refundable jurying fee of $15.
      *  Include check for booth fee.
      *  Include a self-addressed stamped envelope for
          response to application. 
      *  Mail to Art Guild of Burlington, 301 Jefferson,
          Burlington, IA 52601, ATTN:  SAAF.,
      *  Images may also be e-mailed to
          snakealley2012@hotmail.com, though we prefer
          to receive all materials together via U. S.
          Postal Service. 

FEES**

      *  $15 non-refundable jury fee.
      *  $70 one booth space fee.
      *  $60 one booth fee for Art Guild members.
      *  Booth fees will be refunded for artists not accepted.
      *  PLEASE MAKE SEPARATE CHECKS FOR JURYING
         AND BOOTH FEES.
     ** NOTE: 10% OF GROSS SALES MINUS BOOTH FEE
         WILL BE REQUIRED AT CHECKOUT AT END OF
         FAIR TO HELP IMPLEMENT AN EXPANDED
         PROMOTION FOR THE EVENT.  
         THIS IS A CHANGE FROM RECENT FAIR PROCEDURE.

SALES TAX

       *  All sales subject to 7% sales tax.  Exhibitors will
           be given a temporary form for required
           reporting to the State of Iowa.

SET-UP AND DISPLAY

      *  Set up between 6 and 8 a.m.  Fair 8 am to 4 pm
          and checkout time for artists and vendors
          does not begin until 4:00 p.m.
      *  Spaces on Snake Alley – 12’ by 8’ deep (curb to
          front).
      *  Spaces on North 6th from Columbia to High – 12’
          wide by 10’ deep.
      *  Space assignments and detailed display and set-up
          instruction included with acceptance letter.  
          Art Guild discretion will be used in assigning spaces.
      *  Canopies are recommended, but cannot be staked
          and must not exceed space size.
      *  Sensitivity to the historic neighborhood of the
          Fair and respect for adjacent
          private properties are much appreciated.

WEATHER

      *   This is an outdoor event and will be held at
           Snake Alley rain or shine.

AWARDS

      *   In celebration of the 45th year of Snake Alley
          Art Fair, there will be 13 Media Category
          Awards of $45 each.  Special anniversary
          ribbons will be given for “Best display”,
          “Peoples Choices”, and Best Demonstration"
          awards.

MEDIA CATEGORIES

      *  Clay * Fabric/Fiber * Glass * Handmade Crafts * Jewelry *
Metalwork * Mixed Media * Painting/drawing * Photography *
Printmaking * Sculpture * Woodworking * Other (specify)

    Artists may apply in more than one category

Exhibitors' Application for the 2012 Snake Alley Art Fair All applicants must return this form, along with: *  A check for your $70 booth fee($60 for AG members) *  A separate check for the $15 jurying fee  *  At least three images on CD or via e-mail    *  Application deadline (postmark) April 13, 2012 NAME__________________________________________ STREET ADDRESS_________________________________ CITY, STATE, ZIP_________________________________ PHONE NUMBER(S)________________________________ E-MAIL ADDRESS__________________________________ MEDIA CATEGORY(From list on the previous page) and brief description of your artworks ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ I have read this application and accompanying rules, and I agree to accept all rules and instructions contained therein.  I certify that all material I will exhibit is of my own design and execution, and I agree to withdraw my exhibit immediately if the SAAF committee determines my material to be in violation. If I submit photographic images of my work now or at any time, I give permission to allow the use of those images for publicity purposes.  I will not hold the Art Guild of Burlington; the City of Burlington, Iowa; or their officers or agents responsible for any loss, damage, or theft, regardless of cause, arising from my participation in the Snake Alley Art Fair.  I release the Art Guild, the City of Burlington, and their officers and agents from any and all liability for injury arising from my participation in the Snake Alley Art Fair. Signature of Exhibitor(s)___________________________