About ArtWalk in the Square

Application Fees

The Artists’ Network has a 2-tier fee structure which includes a non-refundable administration fee of $35.00. If your work is not chosen by the jury, the Artists’ Network will refund the participation fee. The Admin fee is non-refundable. All booths spaces are 10’ x 10’. Shared booths are not permitted.

The Artists Network does not take a commission for any sales during ArtWalk in the Square. All sales in good faith are the responsibility of the artists. Credit card process is available onsite as part of membership.

** MEMBERSHIP
Membership must be paid in full in order to qualify for the member price. As of January 1, 2017, we have modified our membership renewal dates so that our membership period will now be defined from January 1 to December 31 annually. The Artists Network’s NEW annual renewal dates will be a renewal window of between January 1 and the closing of ArtWalk in the Square submission. Consequently, all current membership will now expire December 31, 2106 and will be renewed within that window. Credits against renewal will be tabulated for those part way through their membership year at a rate of $12.50/month. For example, if you paid your membership dues in April 2016, you will get a 4 month credit to either take in cash or apply to the full year membership. This, with an additional $100.00, will extend your membership to December 2017 and ensure you are eligible for the member price and grandfathered admission. If you have any questions, please contact Barb (barb@artistsnetwork.ca).

Cancellation Policy & Dates

Cancellation must be received in writing/email to Angela Lane angela@artistsnetwork.ca by the following dates:

On or before April 9, 2017 – full refund minus the $35 administration fee
From April 10 – June 11, 2017 –  50% refund minus the $35 administration fee
June 12 – August 18, 2017 – cancellations receiving after June 12 will not receive a refund

Jury Details

ArtWalk in the Square is juried by professionals in the industry. They are looking for a consistent theme to the work, as well as originality and quality. Please be sure you follow the requirements of your JPEGS and be sure they are of high quality.  Only original art will be accepted – please see the CRITERIA at the end of this document.

Promotion

Both the Artists’ Network and the Shops at Don Mills heavily promote ArtWalk in the Square via social media, 50,000 postcards, newspaper, magazine and online ads and our colour event guide which profiles all artists.

Automatic Acceptance for Network Members – Early Bird Registration Only 

We value our members – if you are an Artists’ Network member and have shown in the Riverdale ArtWalk or ArtWalk in the Square in 2016, you are automatically eligible to participate in this year’s shows.  You MUST be a member at the time of submission. Applies to Early Bird submissions only. Please note our membership structure has changed this year. Please review MEMBERSHIP. Admission may be denied artists who have not followed the Artists’ Network code of conduct.

Booth Selection

Booth allocation will be drawn at random in 2 batches: early bird and regular submission. You will have an opportunity to indicate your preference during the application process; no guarantees of location are made and all locations are subject to change due to location conditions. We will do our best to accommodate any medical restrictions.

Code of Conduct

The Artists’ Network is committed to always act with fairness, honesty, integrity and openness; respect the opinions of others and treat all with equality and dignity without regard to gender, race, colour, creed, ancestry, place of origin, political beliefs, religion, marital status, disability, age, or sexual orientation. We expect the same from our artist members. We will not tolerate any abusive or threatening behaviour towards any member of our team. Refusal to comply with this policy may result in an artist being asked to leave the show.

Artist Gallery

All accepted artists and galleries will be featured in our online gallery and listed in our event guide. An Onsite Gallery will be located at the Artists’ Network booth to promote all participating artists. Each artist is encouraged to contribute a 12” x 12” piece for the gallery. This will enable visitors to navigate the park and find your booth.

Criteria

The Artists’ Network welcomes your interest in participating in ArtWalk in the Square. Please note that this is an Fine Art Show. One of the reasons that artists like participating in the Artists’ Network outdoor shows is that we are strict with regards to only accepting Fine Art. Over the years, technology and processes have changed and we have been asked by the artist community to outline our criteria. This is not intended to limit anyone’s ability to show and sell their work, only to ensure that the high standard of art showcased by all artists is what you expect. As such the following rules apply:

• All work must be original and executed by the accepted artist. No functional art; mugs, bowls, posters, pillows, books, jewelry, T-shirts or other clothing or home décor is permitted.
• Photographs and digital works must be signed by the artist and appropriately numbered indicating a limited number of prints of no more than 100. Only one version of each image may be displayed at a time.
• Reproductions of non-photographic or digital work (ie – reproductions or prints of original paintings) may occupy a maximum of 15% of booth area (approximately ½ wall). They are to be numbered and labeled as reproductions. Open Editions (not numbered) are permitted; however only 1 version of each reproduction may be shown at a time. Notecards may be shown in multiples and are included within the 15% limitation.
• Artists are permitted to have non-conforming work in a portfolio to show to prospective buyers.
• Exhibited work must be consistent with the images submitted by the artist and must conform to the event guidelines.

All decisions on the suitability of art to be displayed made by the Artists’ Network or its representatives are final. The accepted artists are expected to co-operate fully with the Network.  Exhibitors will be monitored by the Artists’ Network and its representatives and we reserve the right to remove any questionable or non-approved art from the show. Any artist who violates the rules, is uncooperative or who demonstrate abusive behaviour may be asked to leave the show and will forfeit their right to participate in any future shows.