Art Show FAQ
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How much do you charge for art show entries?
Can I reserve space at the art show?
How much art can I bring to the show?
Can I sell prints/reproductions at the NDK Art Show?
Can I sell art that is not mine?
What kind of art is allowed?
Do I have to register/buy a convention pass in order to enter art into the show?
Do you allow mature art?
What prizes can we expect to see if we win an award?
Can I photograph art in the art show?
When does judging take place, and who judges the art in the show?
Do you currently accept mail-in art?
What happens if I cannot pick up my art on Sunday?
Can I put a price for my prints on my originals in the art show?
What Art Seminars can we expect to see/participate in this year?
Q: How much do you charge for art show entries?
A: Nan Desu Kan currently does not charge an entry fee for the art show. However, if you wish to sell your art, Nan Desu Kan will take 10% of all art sales to cover the cost of handling sales for the artists.
Q: Can I reserve space at the art show?
A: As Nan Desu Kan does not charge an entry fee for the art show, the answer is no. The art show is on a first come, first served basis. I encourage anyone who wishes to enter art to bring in their entries early.
Q: How much art can I bring to the show?
A: Currently the amount of art that any one person can bring to the show is limited to 1 flat, or 2 panels (1 flat equaling 2 panels). We have instituted this policy due to two reasons; a) we cannot afford to build more flats every year, and b) we want to get as many participants as we can, yet not limit those that are prolific, as we feel 2 4’X4’ panels is enough space for anyone who wishes to enter their art. Also, since we are on a first come, first served basis, we feel it is extremely important to stress to all potential entrants to bring in your works early!
Q: Can I sell prints/reproductions at the NDK Art Show?
A: Yes, but they must be prints/reproductions of your own artwork, and you can only hang one of each different piece of art that the print/reproduction comes from. Our suggestion would be if you would like to sell multiples of each print/reproductions of your artwork, that you do so via a booth in the Artist’s Alley.
Prints/reproductions of the works of other artists are not acceptable as entries in the Nan Desu Kan art show unless you are acting as an agent for the artist of those prints. See next question for more details.
Q: Can I sell art that is not mine?
A1: This would depend on one thing, and one thing only; are you the agent for the artist? If so, we will have areas on the entry forms for the agent’s information as well as for the artist’s information. As an acting agent, you will be acting on the artist’s behalf, and any agreement made between yourself and the artist you represent are to be made and finalized before the show. If you are indeed acting as an agent for the artist, then the answer is yes.
A2: If you are not an agent for the artist, then the answer is no.
Q: What kind of art is allowed?
A: Submissions will be accepted from science fiction and fantasy as well as anime genres. We have also had a wide range of art in many mediums at previous shows. One entrant at NDK5 entered her homemade dolls inspired by anime shows!
Q: Do I have to register/buy a convention pass in order to enter art into the show?
A: Anyone wishing to participate in the Art Show must register for a convention membership or purchase a membership at the door in order to do so. This also applies to Agents acting on behalf of the Artists that they represent. Anyone who does not have at least a 1-day pass will not be permitted to enter art into the show.
Q: Do you allow mature art?
A: In a word, no. Any submissions depicting adult/mature situations or those of a suggestively mature nature are not allowed at this time. We do have quite a few young attendees at Nan Desu Kan, and we do not as yet have a private viewing place for adult/mature art.
Q: What prizes can we expect to see if we win an award?
A: I can’t really answer that because of two things; 1) we usually do not have prizes until right before the convention, and 2) not every art show category has a prize. Our sponsors have given us great prizes in the past, and the prize donations differ from year to year. We also kind of like to surprise people!
Q: Can I photograph art in the art show?
A: Nobody under any circumstances is allowed to simply walk in and photograph art in the art show. All artwork is the sole copyright of each individual artist, and allowing general photography would infringe on certain copyright laws. We will grant exceptions to those who are both in the presence of the art staff as well as the artist with whom has given consent (or if with written consent, signed by the artist) to photograph that artist’s art.
Anyone who is caught photographing art in the art show room, without the express written or vocal consent of those whose art is photographed as well as without the knowledge and permission of the art show staff, will be escorted out of the art room and possibly away from the convention.
Q: When does judging take place, and who judges the art in the show?
A: Judging for the art show takes place Saturday after closing. Judges are selected prior to the show, and all decisions of the judges are final.
Q: Do you currently accept mail-in art?
A: As of right now, I’m afraid not. Mail-in entries may be accepted for future shows, and as soon as that starts happening you will see information regarding this on these art show pages.
Q: What happens if I cannot pick up my art on Sunday?
A: Any art that is not claimed by the time the art show is cleared out will be taken for safe keeping by the Art Show Coordinator. HOWEVER, neither the coordinator nor Nan Desu Kan assume liability or responsibility for any art that is left unclaimed by the artist.
Anyone who needs to pick up unclaimed art after the show will need to make arrangements the week following the show. You can contact Barbara Gillespie by email, or by snail mail:
NDK Art and Model Show
c/o Barbara Gillespie
19680 Clubhouse Drive Apt 220
Parker, CO 80138
If you would like to be contacted by phone, please include a phone number and times that you can be reached.
Q: Can I put a price for my prints on my originals in the art show?
A: The prices that you put on each piece of art MUST BE THE PRICE FOR THAT PIECE. If you do not wish to sell your originals, or if you want to sell your originals for what you think they’re worth, then you put the appropriate price/NFS tag on the piece in question. However, if you wish to put up a small sign next to the originals stating that you have less expensive prints for sale in the Artist’s Alley, you may certainly do so.
Q: What Art Seminars can we expect to see/participate in this year?
A: The schedule for Art Seminars is currently unavailable . We will update the schedules as events are finalized and artists firm up their plans during the year, and a final schedule will be posted at the convention site in September.
Please keep in mind that these Q&A’s are meant to answer only the most frequently asked questions about the art show. They are in no way intended to cover everything about the show. If for any reason you feel the need to ask a question, please do not hesitate to write to Barbara. Thank you!
Updated 01/06/2007
