SPRING 2017 APPLICATION

2017 ONE OF A KIND SPRING SHOW MARCH 29 TO APRIL 2, 2017 ENERCARE CENTRE FORMERLY DIRECT ENERGY CENTRE EXHIBITION PLACE, TORONTO

ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA √ YOU  MUST BE THE DESIGNER AND HEAVILY INVOLVED IN THE CREATION AND PRODUCTION OF YOUR ART OR CRAFT. √ YOU MUST RESIDE IN CANADA OR THE UNITED STATES. √ YOUR ART OR CRAFT MUST BE MADE IN CANADA OR THE UNITED STATES. YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE WILL BE JURIED FOR THE QUALITY, UNIQUENESS, AND SALABILITY OF YOUR PRODUCT, YOUR BOOTH PRESENTATION, AND THE OVERALL BALANCE OF ART AND CRAFT CATEGORIES. Upon acceptance, part of your contract includes an exclusivity clause contained within our artisan agreement. We heavily market and promote the fact that the artisans and products found at The One of a Kind Show are unique and cannot be found everywhere, especially in and around the Toronto area. Therefore, we embrace artisans who understand and believe in our philosophy and whose product is not available in other consumer shows 30 days before and 30 days after the dates of our event within a 50-kilometre radius of the Show.

WHAT YOU’LL GET √ EXHIBIT  SPACE IN THE SHOW, INCLUDING PIPE AND DRAPE STRUCTURE AND BOOTH NUMBER SIGNAGE √ 6 EXHIBITOR BADGES √ 10 COMPLIMENTARY SHOW TICKETS √ ACCESS  TO THE EXHIBITOR LOUNGE WITH COMPLIMENTARY TEA AND COFFEE THROUGHOUT THE SHOW √ EXPOSURE  TO 60,000 QUALIFIED SHOPPERS, INCLUDING BUYERS, BLOGGERS, MEDIA AND GALLERIES √ A  DEDICATED ARTISAN PROFILE ON THE ONE OF A KIND WEBSITE, THE MOST VISITED SECTION OF OUR WEBSITE √ DISCOUNTED RATES FOR THE ONE OF A KIND ONLINE SHOP √ MEMBERSHIP  IN A COMMUNITY OF TOP-QUALITY MAKERS WHO SHARE YOUR BELIEF IN CRAFTSMANSHIP AND SMALL BATCH PRODUCTION

APPLICATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 18, 2017 Note: No email applications will be accepted. All applications received after the application deadline will be reviewed in subsequent rounds of jurying and considered for any available spots.

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MANDATORY ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE YOUR APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING COMPONENTS. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE RETURNED AND INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE REVIEWED. IMPORTANT: PLEASE DO NOT EMAIL OR FAX YOUR APPLICATION AND SUPPORT MATERIAL O APPLICATION FORM

Printed from last page.

O PHOTOS

DVD or USB thumb drive with 10 high resolution (300 dpi) jpegs representing the range of work you would like to sell at the show. Each type of product listed in the “Items You Would Like to Sell” portion of the application should be represented in your product photos.

O BOOTH DESIGN

A detailed drawing, sketch or digital photo of your proposed booth display. In your drawing, you should think about the structure of your booth (will you have hard walls, or will you have drape coverings) and illustrate your plans for lighting, flooring, signage, and furnishings (display units, shelves, etc).

O STUDIO PHOTOS

3 jpegs that give the jury a sense of your workspace.

O BIOGRAPHY

Tell us about yourself, your education and training, and where you have shown and sold your work.

O PRICE LIST

Include a price list of all the product images you have submitted with this application.

O STEP-BY-STEP PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Include a detailed step-by-step description of how your products are made. Please be specific about your involvement. If there are others involved in the creation of your work, please explain how they assist you. Where applicable use “I” statements (eg. I cut the fabric.)

O DEPOSIT

Please enclose, along with the attached application form, a VISA, Mastercard, or cheque deposit of $500.00 payable to Informa Canada Inc. This deposit will be cashed only if you are contracted for space at the Show.

SPECIAL CATEGORY REQUIREMENTS O FOOD/FLAVOURS

Flavours applications must provide samples of all items you intend to sell at the show and must provide a document detailing your food sampling procedures with your application.

O PAPER, BODY CARE AND CANDLES

All applicants applying with paper or scented products (ex. soap, stationery, candles, etc) must provide samples of the items you intend to sell at the Show. These samples will not be returned.

O PHOTOGRAPHY A  ll photographers must include:



1-3 matted exhibition prints in addition to your application photos.



A statement that indicates whether the photographer prints his/her own work or if it is printed by a lab (please provide lab name, if applicable).



 ll prints should be signed and dated, with the capture date and print dates on reverse. Open editions A are acceptable. The photographer must also provide a guarantee/certificate of the product to the customer with every purchase. Please send a sample with your application. Photography samples will only be returned if a self-addressed stamped envelope, large enough for your prints, with sufficient postage is provided.

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O GREEN

When applying to this section, please include a 100 word statement addressing what recycled and/ or green materials are used and how your product or process benefits the environment? Please note that if accepted, this statement will be posted in your booth (on a sign provided by the Show) so that the customers can better understand your products/processes.

O VISUAL ARTS

All visual artists must provide an image showcasing at least one piece of their art work displayed within an interior space.



For those visual artists wishing to sell reproductions at the Show, a limited amount is acceptable. Reproductions must be displayed in a maximum area of 5' wide x 8' high within the booth along with a “reproductions” sign of your design.



Artists wishing to sell prints must send 1-3 matted exhibition prints of the reproductions in addition to your application photos of the original work.

BE SURE TO REVIEW THE APPLICATION FAQ FOR MORE INFORMATION & TIPS! WWW.ONEOFAKINDSHOW.COM/APPLICATION_FAQ

INTRODUCTORY BOOTH OPTIONS In addition to our special sections (pg 4), we also have these great introductory booth options to help you get your start at the Show.

RISING STARS This open concept exhibition space is for first time applicants with less than 5 years professional experience in their art or craft. Space is sold by the square foot (pricing on page 6), we supply the carpet, and you provide a free-standing display with lighting. Open to all disciplines except food. To apply, applicants must submit a full application package, including a proposed display for your requested size of space.

BOOTH SHARE PROGRAM Share a 10’ x 10’ booth with a fellow new artisan to help alleviate some of the challenges of your first One of a Kind Show, like costs, required stock, and booth sitting. Show us how you would create a cohesive booth display that includes both of your works, equally distributed (50%) throughout the booth for the duration of the Show. Open to those who are applying to the show for the first time, those who have previously participated in our Rising Stars, Marketplace, Craft Community of Canada or other special sections, or those who have not participated in the show for more than two consecutive years. Applicants are only eligible for the Booth Share program at ONE Spring Show and ONE Christmas Show. Also open to individual applicants looking to be paired with a buddy, depending on availability of suitable applicants. To apply, both applicants must submit a complete application package, a paragraph explaining why they need a buddy at the show, and a cohesive shared booth display. Upon acceptance, each artisan in the Booth Share Program will receive an individual contract, however, the total booth fee will be divided equally between the two “buddies”.

SPECIAL SECTIONS AT THE SHOW One of a Kind curates each show to create a unique and exciting shopping experience. At our Spring Show in particular, we work to create sections that highlight certain groups or categories, so that you can enjoy the crowd of customers drawn by the themed marketplace atmosphere. Looking to participate in one of our special sections? Check out the information on our recurring special sections, below, or head to www.oneofakindshow.com/sections for details on sections new to this year’s show or to suggest a great idea to the One of a Kind team!

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MARKETPLACE Our new and improved Marketplace is a tabletop section that provides ALL new artisans an affordable way to get their start at the show, for a fraction of the cost and without having to build a booth your first time out. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO APPLY ONLINE, VISIT WWW.ONEOFAKINDSHOW.COM/MARKETPLACE

APPLICATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 18, 2017 CRAFT COMMUNITY OF CANADA In this section, we partner with leading arts and culture institutions to provide a platform for emerging artists to launch their career. Artisans can be nominated or seek nomination from a member of their institution for the chance to exhibit in a complimentary turnkey space (approx. 50 sq. ft) at the One of a Kind Spring Show. Open to students or recent graduates of a post-secondary institution or members of accredited learning organization who have been practicing their craft for less than 5 years. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO APPLY ONLINE, VISIT WWW.ONEOFAKINDSHOW.COM/CCOC

APPLICATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 18, 2017 GETTING STARTED AT THE ONE OF A KIND SHOW We know that, in the early stages of a career, some new and emerging artisans may need financial assistance. So, we have a variety of scholarships and programs to help you get started at the Show. You are welcome to apply for more than one of the opportunities outlined below, but in order for us to spread the love to as many new artisan as possible, you are only eligible to receive one. Scholarships and assistance programs are limited, so be sure to apply early to increase your chances!



SCHOLARSHIPS NEW ARTISAN SCHOLARSHIP Open to first-time applicants who have been practicing their art or craft for less than 5 years, this grant reduces booth fees by 50%. To apply, applicants must provide a short paragraph addressing the following: • What is your current employment status as an artisan (full time, part time, other)? • How will the New Artisan Scholarship Fund benefit your career?

TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIP Open to first-time applicants coming from outside of Ontario, this grant is designed to assist with travel, shipping and accommodation expenses during the show by reducing booth fees by $500. To apply, applicants must provide a short paragraph addressing the following: • Why do you require financial assistance? • How will the Travel Scholarship benefit your career?

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PRICING FOR EXHIBIT SPACE Booth prices include 8' high pipe and white drape. Exhibitors are responsible for providing lights, floor covering, signage, display, electrical costs, POS equipment, communication and other booth related fees. SPRING 2017 (MARCH 29—APRIL 2) Contracted Size Actual Dimensions* 4'-8" deep x 9'-8" wide 5' x 10' 5' x 15' 4'-8" deep x 14'-8" wide 5' x 20' 4'-8" deep x 19'-8" wide 10' x 10' 9'-8" deep x 9'-8" wide 10' x 15' 9'-8" deep x 14'-8" wide 10' x 20' 9'-8" deep x 19'-8" wide

Price $1,783 $2,674 $3,566 $2,245 $3,369 $4,485

Corners are an additional $287 for 5’ depth and $337 for 10’ foot depth Island sizes and double corners available upon special request. ¬

* DUE TO THE PIPE AND DRAPE CONSTRUCTION, THE INTERNAL DIMENSIONS ARE SLIGHTLY REDUCED. PIPE DIAMETER IS APPROXIMATELY 1.5”.



RISING STARS Rising Stars space is $70/sq. ft. for the Spring show. Please specify which size(s) will work best for you on the application form. EXAMPLE:

3' x 3' = $630

4' x 3' = $840

PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE APPLICABLE TAXES | PRICES CORRECT AT TIME OF PRINTING

BE ONE OF A KIND YEAR ROUND Our loyal customers can now shop handmade all year long on the One of a Kind Online Shop at WWW.ONEOFAKINDONLINESHOP.COM. The Online Shop is a carefully curated and juried marketplace for designers and makers from across Canada to sell their work. Applying to our online platform is a great way to become a member of the One of a Kind community right now and a fantastic way to bring exposure to your business all year long! If you’re putting together your application for the Show, you already have all the components you need to apply to our Online Shop as well! Simply visit the website below to get the process started! And don’t forget to include the promo code SHOWAPP in your online application to let the jury know that you are also applying to the One of a Kind Show. Please note that acceptance to the One of a Kind Online Shop does not guarantee acceptance to the Spring and/or Christmas Show. However, if you are currently an exhibitor at the One of a Kind Shows, you are automatically accepted to be a part of the One of a Kind Online Shop, once your application is received. NEED MORE INFO? CHECK OUT OUR HELPFUL VIDEO AT WWW.ONEOFAKINDONLINESHOP.COM/REGISTRATION/INDEX.PHP QUESTIONS? CONTACT [email protected] READY TO APPLY? NEW APPLICANTS CAN APPLY AT WWW.ONEOFAKINDONLINESHOP.COM/APPLY APPLICANTS ALREADY CONTRACTED FOR AN UPCOMING ONE OF A KIND SHOW CAN APPLY AT WWW.ONEOFAKINDONLINESHOP.COM/OOAK

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FOR OFFICE USE ONLY:

BOOTH#

SECTION

BOOTH SIZE

JURY RESPONSE

CATEGORY

APPLICATION FORM

YOUR INFORMATION

IN THE SPACE BELOW, LIST ALL THE ITEMS YOU WOULD LIKE TO SELL IF ACCEPTED TO THE SHOW (EG. NECKLACES, EARRINGS, RINGS, ETC).

ALL FIELDS ARE MANDATORY, IF NOT APPLICABLE, PLEASE PUT N/A

FIRST AND LAST NAME

( EACH TYPE OF ITEMS LISTED HERE SHOULD BE REPRESENTED IN YOUR APPLICATION PHOTOS. DO NOT ATTACH A SEPERATE SHEET)

COMPANY NAME (IF ANY)

PARTNER(S)

PLEASE TELL US WHICH OTHER SHOWS IN THE GREATER TORONTO AREA YOU ARE PLANNING TO PARTICIPATE IN:

MAILING ADDRESS

TOWN OR CITY

PROVINCE

POSTAL CODE

PLEASE LIST YOUR FIRST THREE BOOTH SIZE CHOICES IF ACCEPTED:

PHONE NUMBER

(FOR A LIST OF AVAILABLE BOOTH SIZES, PLEASE REFER TO PG. 6) ALT PHONE NUMBER

SPRING 2017 EMAIL PLEASE INDICATE BELOW WHAT INFORMATION YOU WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE FROM THE SHOW: O ALL GENERAL ONE OF A KIND COMMUNICATION INCLUDING CONSUMER MESSAGING, SHOW PROMOTIONS AND ONLINE SHOP NEWS O I DO NOT WISH TO RECEIVE ANY COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE ONE OF A KIND SHOW AND INFORMA CANADA, INC. EXCEPT FOR COMMUNICATIONS WHICH ARE NECESSARY FOR MY PARTICIPATION IN THE SHOW.

1ST CHOICE

2ND CHOICE

3RD CHOICE

INDICATE HERE IF YOU ARE ALSO APPLYING FOR: O THE NEW ARTISAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND O TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIP O RISING STARS O ONE OF A KIND BOOTH SHARE PROGRAM O ONE OF A KIND FASHION DISTRICT O ONE OF A KIND FLAVOURS O ONE OF A KIND GREEN

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To apply for the Craft Community of Canada, Marketplace or other special sections, visit www.oneofakindshow.com/apply to fill out the online applications.

SHOW GUIDE LISTING (HOW YOU WILL APPEAR IN THE DIRECTORY HANDED OUT AT THE SHOW)

 OTE: PLEASE REVIEW PAGES 1 TO 6 TO MAKE N SURE YOUR APPLICATION IS COMPLETE.

NAME OR COMPANY NAME (20 CHARACTER LIMIT)

MAIL YOUR APPLICATION TO US

DESCRIPTION (30 CHARACTER LIMIT)

HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THE SHOW?

PLEASE PRINT AND SEND THIS FORM, WITH YOUR SUPPORT MATERIALS TO: ONE OF A KIND SHOW AND SALE 10 ALCORN AVENUE, SUITE 100, TORONTO ON M4V 3A9 ATTN: EXHIBITOR APPLICATIONS EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

HOW MANY PEOPLE ASSIST YOU IN YOUR PRODUCTION? PAYING BY

O VISA O Mastercard O Cheque

(PLEASE ENCLOSE)

ONCE I’VE APPLIED WHAT HAPPENS?

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THE INITIAL SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE 2017 SPRING SHOW WILL BEGIN FOLLOWING THE APPLICATION DEADLINES. APPLICANTS WILL THEN BE NOTIFIED OF THEIR STATUS STARTING ONE MONTH LATER. ALL COMPLETED APPLICATIONS ARE CONSIDERED AND REVIEWED, EVEN THOSE RECEIVED AFTER THE APPLICATION DEADLINES. YOU WILL RECEIVE AN EMAIL REGARDING YOUR SHOW ACCEPTANCE, ALONG WITH OTHER SHOW RELATED INFORMATION. YOUR DEPOSIT WILL BE PROCESSED AFTER YOU HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED OF YOUR ACCEPTANCE TO THE ONE OF A KIND SHOW.

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