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Artist Alley

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Deadline: Sep 23, 2023 6:00 pm (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Anime Weekend Atlanta 2023
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Date: Oct 26, 2023 9:00 am - Oct 29, 2023 7:00 pm (EST)
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Atlanta, Georgia
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$300.00 - $750.00

About the registration

This application is intended for artists interested in selling fan art or hand made pieces. If you intend on selling licensed and bulk produced merchandise, please see our Vendor registration information. In order to sell at Anime Weekend Atlanta, you must be approved by AWA. If you are interested in purchasing a table please fill out our artist application with as much detail as possible. Any omissions or inaccurate information may result in a rejection or delay in processing of your form. YOU WILL NOT BE CHARGED UNTIL YOU ARE APPROVED. Any omissions or inaccurate information may result in a rejection or delay in processing of your form. Your card will be charged upon acceptance of your application. 
Important  Artist Information                  
•  AWA will be held October 26th-29th,2023          
•  The Artist Alley will be located at the Cobb Galleria inside Exhibit Halls A, B, and C Cobb Galleria Centre 2 Galleria Pkwy Atlanta, GA 30339      
 
  
Exhibit Hall Tentative Times 
Thursday  
2:00 PM Exhibit Hall Set-Up 
10:00 PM Exhibit Hall Closed  
Friday
7:00AM Exhibit Hall Setup  
10:00AM Exhibit Hall Opens  
7:00PM Exhibit Hall Closes  
Saturday
8:00AM Exhibit Hall Setup  
9:55AM Open to AWA Staff Only  
10:00AM Exhibit Hall Opens  
7:00PM Exhibit Hall Closes
Sunday
8:00AM Exhibit Hall Setup 
9:55AM Open to AWA Staff Only 
10:00AM Exhibit Hall Opens
5:00PM Exhibit Hall Closes  
 Table Specs 
*New for 2023*-- Artist Alley Pro Tables!  These tables are for the artist who would like more space to showcase their product, but do not qualify for the Dealer's side of the Exhibit Hall.  The Pro table is $750, includes an 8 X 8 space, 1 6 foot table, 2 chairs, and 2 exhibitor badges. 
 
Standard table price for AWA 2023 is $300. This includes one 6 foot table, 2 chairs, and 2 exhibitor badges.
Artists may purchase one additional exhibitor badge for $100. 
 
Table prices do not include power or communication; Cobb Galleria Centre has an online service order form for these services. We will contact you with the link to the forms closer to the show.   
 
Table Sharing
If you are planning on sharing a table with another artist, the following is required.  Both artists need to be represented on the application.  You can choose one of you to be the primary artist, but the name on the application should reflect both parties that will be sharing the table. The portfolio must contain work from both artists, and the pieces should be labeled to reflect that.   You cannot share a table with an artist who has been rejected, or whose portfolio work was not approved by our jury. 
 
Covid-19                 
COVID19 Policies are TBA. If you are unable to get vaccinated due to personal reasons, please take extra precautions to avoid getting sick. Exhibitors must follow all sanitation protocols established for the convention such as wearing a mask and using hand sanitizer. We will provide updates via email and on our website leading up to the event as our policies change over the next year. 
 
AWA is not responsible in any manner for any risks related to COVID-19 in connection the event. The World Health Organization has classified the COVID-19 outbreak as a pandemic and that COVID-19 is a highly contagious and dangerous disease, and that contact with the virus that causes COVID-19 may result in significant personal injury or death regardless of vaccination status.  
 
 
 
Table Cancellations     
Tables cannot be refunded. 
 
AWA Hotels                       
To find hotels near AWA and receive our special rates, please visit the hotel page on our website at https://awa-con.com/hotels  

About the event

AWA 2023 is your location for events, cosplay, concerts, video gaming, premieres, anime music videos and anime celebrity meet and greets! Join us October 26 - 29, 2023 at the Renaissance Waverly Hotel and Cobb Galleria Centre.
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Terms & Conditions

TermsThis Document forms the basis of an agreement between AWA, LLC, and the artists who wish to sell merchandises or services at Anime Weekend Atlanta, herein known as “artist”.AWA, LLC is the host organizer and promoter of entertainment conventions and services. Artists in the business of creating and selling certain printed and visual material hereinafter designated as the Property identified and described as follows: comic books, magazines, and other materials associated with Film/Motion picture, Animation, Comics, Manga, Video games and all associated periodicals with in stated and unstated genres. The term AWA LLC shall be termed to mean the individual or individuals assigned by the CEO of AWA LLC as Artist Alley Liaisons.  Artist shall be fully responsible to pay for any and all damages to property owned by the Cobb Galleria Centre or AWA LLC or their owners or managers, which results from any act or omission of Artist. Artist agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless, Cobb Galleria Centre, AWA LLC, and their respective owners, managers, officers or directors, agents, employees, subsidiaries and affiliates, from any damages or charges resulting from Artist’s use of the property. Artists’ liability shall include, without limitation, all losses, costs, damages, or expenses arising from or out of or by reason of any accident or bodily injury or other occurrences to any person or persons, including the Exhibitor, its agents, employees, and business invitees which arise from or out of the Exhibitor’s occupancy and use of the exhibition premises, Hotel or any part thereof. 1.      Only individual artists may vend in our Artist Alley. Artists may sell their own works and those they collaborated with other artists to create but may not display or sell the works of other artists.2.      Each table shall have a fixed cost: US $300.00. Each table will come with 2 exhibitor badges and 2 chairs.3.      You cannot purchase a table without a completed application.4.      You cannot bring your own table in place of the provided one.5.      We encourage the sale of any products featuring your own creations, commissioned and hand- drawn works, unique handmade items, fanzines, and similar items.6.      All convention, local, state, and federal rules will apply while in the Artist Alley. If you break any of the convention rules you will be dealt with in an appropriate manner.  If you break any laws, expect to have to deal with law enforcement and possible prosecution. We will not protect you if you break the law.7.      If you want to have a giveaway or any other activity that might draw a crowd, please let our crew know ahead of time so that we can assist with any possible line forming or crowding issues. Crowding becomes a problem when it begins to block the thoroughfares between tables becoming a fire hazard.8.      No hentai or any other sexually explicit material of any kind should be publicly visible at any time. This includes being displayed on your table banner. If your artwork includes such material, you must check ID to ensure anyone who views it is at least 18 years old.9.      AWA reserves the right to remove you from artist alley for any reason that AWA LLC deems reasonable.10.   Any displays must be stable and no taller than 8 feet in height.11.   Displays can be placed behind the table, but may not extend beyond the 6-foot width of the table, including supports, even if the table is on the end of a row. Standard tables may go 3 feet behind the table while Pro spots will have an entire 8x8 square to arrange their table and chairs as long as it does not impede other artists.12.   Selling food is prohibited.13.   Weapons of any sort may only be sold to attendees at least 18 years old and must be secured in a sealed box before they leave your table.14.   Someone with an exhibitor’s badge should be present at your table at all times.15.   All exhibitors are expected to be set up and open for business while the exhibit hall is open to attendees. If you arrive late or pack up early, you will not be invited to vend with us in the future. Please make travel plans, including flights and room arrangements, accordingly.16.   Only the individual who signs this contract is authorized to receive the table and will be required to show ID.17.   AWA reserves the right to take pictures of artists and booth setups and use them for marketing and promotional purposes.18.   Artist is responsible for their assistants or anyone using their credentials. Artist agrees individuals using credentials bought under this agreement will be subject to this agreement in its entirety.19.   Artist releases, waives, discharges, and agrees not to sue AWA LLC and its officers, directors, employees, members, volunteers, contractors, representatives, owners, affiliates, agents, successors, and assigns from any and all damages, injuries, losses, liability, claims, causes of action, litigation, or demands, including but not limited to those for personal injury, sickness, or death, as well as property damages and expenses, of any nature whatsoever which may be incurred, directly or indirectly, now or in the future, in any way related to COVID-19 and in connection with participation in the event. 
  

Prices

One Artist Alley Table $300.00 Non-refundable Included is a 6 foot table, 2 chairs, and 2 Exhibitor badges.
1 Artist Alley Pro Table SOLD OUT Non-refundable Includes an 8 X 8 space, 1 6 foot table, 2 chairs, and 2 exhibitor badges.
Additional Exhibitor Badge $100.00 Non-refundable Exhibitor badges are required for anyone that works behind the table, or is planning on being in the ex hall during set up/break down. Each table comes with 2, this is for the third (optional) badge.

Questions on the registration

Business information

  • Business name
  • Legal business name
  • Contact name
  • Address
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Website (Optional)
  • Logo (Optional)

Additional information

  • Portfolio link: This link needs to be available up to the weekend of the convention.
  • Have you ever had an Artist Alley table at AWA?
  • Your table payment includes 2 Exhibitor badges. Would you like to purchase a 3rd exhibitor badge for the additional cost of $100?
  • Do you qualify for our small press section? (self-published art books and novels, web comics, or comic books)
  • What type of merchandise do you sell?
  • If you sell something other than the above mentioned items, please let us know here.
  • Short Notice Vendor (must be available to accept a table within days of the convention if necessary)
  • By signing here, the Vendor certifies the informatioon provided in this application is correct and confirms that the vendor has read and understood the terms and conditions of the agreement set forth in this contract

Picture requirements

  • Minimum pictures required: 1
Artist Alley
Artist Alley
Anime Weekend Atlanta 2023
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