Home > Conference 2008 > Vendor Information 2008
NOTE: The following instructions are included in the downloadable PDF Conferfence Information Packet available here. Vendor regulations are summarized below. The Vendor Area will be secured at all times. Space for the Vendor Area is provided to further the educational goals of ARARA and to promote distinguished use of rock art imagery in arts and crafts. The Vendor Committee manages a juried process of allocating vendor space. In reviewing vendor applications, the committee will strive to meet the tangible points of the criteria listed below and the intangible goal of artistic excellence. The decision of the committee is final. Criteria for the allocation of vendor space: 1. All items in the Vendor Area must be related to rock art. 2. All vendors must be members of ARARA. 3. First preference will be given to non-profit organizations whose goals are consistent with those of ARARA, provided their materials are related to rock art. 4. Priority will be given to those vendors selling educational materials, i.e., books, monographs, research reports, videos, CDs, software, and related educational materials. 5. Arts and crafts spaces will be allocated based on a juried competition that considers the type of product, the range of prices, the quality and artistic merit of the work, and the ethical or appropriate use of rock art imagery. 6. Vendors are asked to donate the higher of $25 per table or 10% of their gross sales to help defray the costs of providing the vendor space. 7. Vendors are expected to follow the rules as established by the Vendor Committee. These include observing the posted times when vending is permitted and ensuring the security of the Vendor Area. 8. ARARA may choose to provide complimentary vendor space for informational purposes to companies introducing new products and technologies that are deemed to be of interest to the membership. 9. Late applications will be evaluated only if space remains available following the initial review and award process. The American Rock Art Research Association encourages artists to take ethical responsibility when rock art images are incorporated into their work. ARARA encourages artists to show respect for the cultures of Native Peoples. Artists are encouraged to sign, date, and label their works incorporating rock art images. ARARA encourages artists to accompany their work with educational material and general provenience whenever it is exhibited or vended. Application Process: Please complete the Vendor Form and submit it with a deposit of $25, which will be applied toward your sales commission. Make checks payable to ARARA. Send your completed application and deposit to the address on the form by May 12, 2008. First-time Vendors should also submit a product portfolio (clear photographs, product brochures, or other supporting material) and any additional supporting documentation you think will help the Vendor Committee reach its decision. Vendors accepted for space at ARARA conferences since 1996 need not include a portfolio with their applications—please indicate that your portfolio was reviewed and accepted in 1996 or later. Please include a stamped, self-addressed envelope if you want your materials returned. Questions may be directed to Barbara Murphy at (520) 881-4185 or by e-mail to Sharon Urban at |