It is a good idea to bring the same items submitted on your application along with other items of similar quality.

2D Artwork (anything that hangs on a wall) – Each artist will receive a 5’ horizontal by 7’ vertical wall space with fully adjustable suspension system for precise hanging. We recommend artists use wire hangers and have an assortment of pieces in different sizes to fill the space. This space can also accommodate display bins if you choose to display your artwork in that way. If you sell any of your 2D artwork during Arts Gala you are welcome to replace it with a similar-sized piece.

3D Artwork – Each 3D artist will have a 2’x5′ table, one white tablecloth, and 10’x7′ floor space. Artwork must fit in this space. If you sell any of your 3D artwork during Arts Gala you are welcome to replace it with a similar-sized piece.

Each artist is responsible for handling the sales of their merchandise. This means artists must be with their artwork throughout the Arts Gala weekend in order to conduct sales. Artists will decide what form of payment they will accept from the buyer.

You are welcome to bring your own bags and items for your merchandise that sells. 

The exhibit fee is a $100 booth fee per booth. The exhibit fees will go towards the library’s new PGTPL On The Go community outreach vehicle.

No. Gallery space will be assigned to each artist based on need. If you have a special need for your artwork (such as electricity) please let us know by contacting artsgala@plainfieldlibrary.net.

1. 2D artists must have the artist’s name, title, and price on a title card affixed near the bottom right-hand corner of the piece. It is up to the artist to create the title cards and have them ready to be placed at the event. We recommend artists use wire hangers.

1. 2D artists are responsible for preparing their own title cards. If the artist does not bring pre-made title cards, blank cards will be available at check-in for artists to handwrite the following information: 

Title of Piece

Medium

Artist Name

Price

1. 3D artists must have visible prices on their merchandise.

• Read over the Artist FAQs.
• Contact artsgala@plainfieldlibrary.net with any questions.

Artwork may be set up between 9am – 5pm Friday, April 28. All artwork must be in place and ready for sale by 5pm Friday, April 28.

• 2D artwork will be hung by the artist along with a title card.
• 3D artists will be shown their exhibit space and will set up their merchandise with a visible price tag.
• Carts and ladders will be available for artists to use.

You are welcome to store your packaging materials in your vehicle or out of sight under your table if you have a 3D exhibit space. The library will not be able to store packaging material for artists. 

It is not necessary to RSVP. You, your friends, and your family are all welcome and encouraged to attend.

Unfortunately, due to reasons of liability, we are unable to provide this service.

Yes. All artists are responsible for handling the sale of their artwork at Arts Gala. Artists are responsible for their own inventory. The library is not responsible for lost or stolen inventory and cannot compensate for any losses. Your presence helps deter theft and gives potential buyers a chance to interact with the artist.

All artwork must be removed by 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 29. Artists may pack up at 4pm and are responsible for packing up and transporting all unsold artwork. The library is not responsible for lost inventory.

We will send out an email with a PDF poster for the event that you can print and post wherever you like. We realize most artists are on social media, so we will post images about the event on our social media, so that you can share these as well. You are welcome to like the library’s social media platforms:

• https://www.facebook.com/PGTPL/ 
• https://twitter.com/PGTPLonline 

https://www.instagram.com/pgtplonline/

Email us! ArtsGala@plainfieldlibrary.net We are always happy to help.