Bead Fest Texas October 1-3, 2010 Arlington Convention Center 1200 Ballpark Way Arlington, TX 76011 We are no longer accepting proposals for this show.
Bead Fest Santa Fe March 9-13, 2011 Santa Fe Community Convention Center 201 W. Marcy St Santa Fe, NM 87501 We are no longer accepting proposals for this show
Bead Fest Wire April 8-10, 2011 Valley Forge Convention Center 1160 First Avenue King of Prussia, PA 19406 We are no longer accepting proposals for this show
Bead Fest Philadelphia August 17-21, 2011 Valley Forge Convention Center 1160 First Avenue King of Prussia, PA 19406 Class Proposal Deadline October 5, 2010
2011 INTERWEAVE WORKSHOP PROPOSAL FORM Please complete the proposal form below no later than the deadlines listed above.
Thank you for your interest in teaching at our event(s)! In completing your proposal form, please do not ask us to "pick up" any part of a proposal submitted in previous years. Proposals with such requests will be viewed as incomplete and will be rejected. We regret any inconvenience to you, but our automated system tracks each event separately, and picking up hundreds of pieces of information for different instructors from different events simply is not possible.
We recommend that you save your own electronic copies of your applications. You can do this either by saving the confirmation email we send you after you submit a proposal (the email is a text file of your proposal), or by creating your own text files with information that you may use frequently. In this way, you may copy any repeated, lengthy descriptions -- such as bio, class descriptions, lists of materials, items included in a kit, and so on -- simply by copying the text from your own file and pasting it into this online application form.
Thank you very much for your cooperation.
Proposals will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed until class images are received. See detailed instructions below in the photo requirements section of the form. All proposals received after the proposal deadline will be considered for that show only if space permits. Proposals must be sent electronically through this proposal form. Hand-written forms or e-mails will not be accepted. Contracts for accepted proposals will be sent out. If your proposal is not accepted, you will be notified soon after the classes are scheduled for that event. If your class is approved, some or all of the information you provide on this form, as well as images of your project and yourself, may appear in the published promotion and online for classes. We reserve the right to edit content for space or style. We will provide the following: plastic covered classroom tables plus chairs to accommodate students; 2 tables and chairs for the instructor; and electricity. If you need to arrange for any special services once your class has been chosen for our show, (AV, easels, flipcharts, more tables/chairs, freight, etc.) please let us know via e-mail. The additional requests will be at each teacher's expense as there are usually charges for these additional items. While we make every attempt to keep teachers in the same room whenever possible, we cannot guarantee that any teacher will have sole use of a classroom for the duration of the event. Sometimes evening classes need to be moved in to a room, or other classes may be scheduled as necessary for that room. You may leave your materials in the room only if there is enough space for the other class/teacher/students, however we cannot be responsible for any materials left in the classrooms. Instructors are expected to bring or advise students to bring everything else necessary for their class: all tools, materials, and equipment, including individual lighting, extension cords, and anything else to complete the class.
Proposals will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed until class images are received. See detailed instructions below in the photo requirements section of the form.
All proposals received after the proposal deadline will be considered for that show only if space permits.
Proposals must be sent electronically through this proposal form. Hand-written forms or e-mails will not be accepted.
Contracts for accepted proposals will be sent out. If your proposal is not accepted, you will be notified soon after the classes are scheduled for that event.
If your class is approved, some or all of the information you provide on this form, as well as images of your project and yourself, may appear in the published promotion and online for classes. We reserve the right to edit content for space or style.
We will provide the following: plastic covered classroom tables plus chairs to accommodate students; 2 tables and chairs for the instructor; and electricity. If you need to arrange for any special services once your class has been chosen for our show, (AV, easels, flipcharts, more tables/chairs, freight, etc.) please let us know via e-mail. The additional requests will be at each teacher's expense as there are usually charges for these additional items.
While we make every attempt to keep teachers in the same room whenever possible, we cannot guarantee that any teacher will have sole use of a classroom for the duration of the event. Sometimes evening classes need to be moved in to a room, or other classes may be scheduled as necessary for that room. You may leave your materials in the room only if there is enough space for the other class/teacher/students, however we cannot be responsible for any materials left in the classrooms.
Instructors are expected to bring or advise students to bring everything else necessary for their class: all tools, materials, and equipment, including individual lighting, extension cords, and anything else to complete the class.
Instructor Information *Information marked with an asterisk will not be published. Required info is in RED.
First Name
Last Name
Address*
City
State
Country
Phone*
Cell Phone* If different than phone number. We may need to reach you during the show, or while you're in transit to the show.
Fax*
E-mail*
Web Site
Instructor Bio: (25-50 words. No returns needed, text will wrap.) You have 500 characters remaining for your instructor bio.
Where have you taught before? (25-50 words. No returns needed, text will wrap.) You have 500 characters remaining.
Class Information All information in this section is required.
Class Name:
Class Medium or Technique: (please all that apply)
Bead Crochet/Embroidery
Metal Clay
Bead Stitching
Metalsmithing
Polymer Clay
Design
Resin
Kiln Fusing
Stringing
Wire Knitting/Crochet
Macramé
Wire Weaving
Wire Work
Class Level: Beginner Intermediate Advanced All Levels
Prerequisites for this class: Text Limit: 600 characters.
Short Class description for print catalog: (1-2 sentences that sum up your class. No returns needed, text will wrap.) You have 200 characters remaining for your class description.
Class description for online catalog: (You can be more specific about your class here, 25-50 words. No returns needed, text will wrap.) You have 500 characters remaining for your class description.
Torches/Open Flame Will your class involve an open flame, or use of a torch?** Yes No
If your class will involve an open flame, please describe what type of open flame below. ** We only allow the use of butane or crème brule torches, if you need the use of another type of torch you will have to request special permission. This is for all classes except lampworking. Also let us know if each student would need a torch or if torch stations would be set up, and if so - how many. You have 200 characters remaining for your description.
Number of students: Standard minimum / 5 students; standard maximum / 20 students.
Preferred Maximum Number of Students: Please choose 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 If you wish to have more than 20, please send an email to classproposals@interweave.com
Materials for Class All information in this section is required. Bead Fest Philadelphia Lampworkers: please note, Bead Fest Philadelphia WILL supply torch setups. Instructors or students must supply all other tools and materials needed for class.
Kit (if applicable): If students are to purchase materials from the teacher, teachers are expected to prepare kits containing these materials for the maximum number of students in their contract. Students will be charged for kits at the time of registration, teachers will deliver kits to students in class, and kit fees will be forwarded to instructors with instructor fees after the event. Note: Class registration remains open on site until 15 minutes prior to the class. Be sure to accurately price your kit fee because the price can NOT be changed after the proposal has been submitted.
My class has a kit: yes no
Kit Fee: $ If you have a FREE kit, leave the price as $0.
Kit includes: Students must purchase (even if it's for a minimal or zero amount) the following tools and supplies from me: You have 1200 characters remaining for your kit information.
I will bring these items for use in class: I will supply the following tools, supplies, and equipment for use in class, though I will not charge for their use and will keep any items that have not been consumed at the end of class.
Students are expected to bring (Instructor WILL NOT PROVIDE) the following materials (tools & supplies) to complete this class. *Please include all items that students will need, such as scissors, personal lighting, pliers, etc. Do not list any materials that are included in the Kit OR materials that the instructor will provide (listed above) for students to use in class at no charge. NOTE: we require all students to bring a tasklight & extension cord, you do not need to list those items below. You have 1200 characters remaining to fill in materials students are to bring. None: All materials will be provided in the kit or by the instructor.
Note: If you wish to sell items not included in a kit, either before or during class, that is a matter between you and your students. If you include a Web site address we will make it available to students, so you may wish to note on your site which items that pertain to your class you stock or will have at the event.
Please review the items you have listed in each of the sections above and be sure that everything students will need in class is included in one of these sections.
PHOTO REQUIREMENTS
Please read the following instructions carefully. Images are your opportunity to show us your work. The quality of your images is a major factor in reviewing your application and critical to the marketing of your class when printed in the class catalog. Prospective students are greatly influenced by the quality of your class photo. Classes with better photography tend to sell faster and better than classes with images of poor quality. It is in your best interest to submit a clear, detailed photograph of a finished piece to us.
Your photo should sell your class. We choose teachers based on submitted photos, because students will choose classes based on photos. Poor photos will not sell your class. Consider: detail, clarity and more detail. Download our fully detailed Photo Guidelines.
Take HIGH RESOLUTION digital photos AT LEAST 3" wide at 300 dpi. We accept: JPEG, TIFF, and RAW formats for photos. Use a tripod or prop the camera on a level, stable surface. Use the timer shutter release to further reduce the juggle that can cause blurriness. Use the macro feature. The best photos showcase the jewelry by itself, without any props. These are the photos chosen for our promotions and preferred by our designers. Use a plain light colored background that runs up behind your piece. Do NOT use heavily textured, wrinkled, folded or patterned backgrounds. Do not hang pieces from a tree or on your dog. Do NOT show fingers or hands. Use natural light. Do not use flash. Arrange your piece to fit as much detail in the shot as possible. Zoom in. It’s okay not to show an entire piece. But you can send two shots of a particular piece if you want to show the piece as a whole and the details.
2 images are : 1 of your proposed class project 1 of yourself (head shot)
Images must be digital and in the format described below.
VERY IMPORTANT: Images MUST BE SAVED using the instructor name and class name (example: Smith_WireEarrings.jpg) to be sure the correct image is used when printing the catalog and creating the online class registration system.
Digital images must be high-resolution, saved at 300dpi and a minimum of 3" wide (maximum size 8½" x 11") and may be submitted as an e-mail attachment. After you are finished filling out this form, e-mail your photos as attachments along with a copy of your class proposal receipt. Be sure to put the name of your class and the Event Name in the e-mail if you don't attach your class proposal e-mail receipt.
SELECTING CLASSES
There are many reasons for teacher selection. Great consideration is given to the past enrollment numbers of classes, and the forecasted or historic popularity of various projects and techniques. We may also try to give fewer teachers more classes, especially those traveling a distance to our shows. We receive hundreds of beautiful pieces for every show so if your class is not selected please don't take it personally. Be sure to add new designs and variations with more classes, and always be sure to submit truly great photos of the work, in order to increase your chances of being selected.
Class time/length:
3 hours (9-12, 1-4, or 5-8) 7 hours (9-4, with 1 hour break)
I am proposing this class for the following event(s): (click on the event name to show the class days and hours for that event). You MUST indicate what show you are proposing to teach at: Please check the box for that show and any hours you will be UNAVAILABLE. If you are available during the whole show, you can just check off the box for the show.
Bead Fest Texas October 1- 3, 2010 We are no longer accepting proposals for this show
I cannot teach this class:
Thursday unavailable times (check all that apply)
9-12
1-4
5-8
Friday unavailable times (check all that apply)
Saturday unavailable times (check all that apply)
Sunday unavailable times (check all that apply)
Bead Fest Santa Fe March 9 - 13, 2011 We are no longer accepting proposals for this show
I cannot teach this class
Bead Fest - Wire April 8 - 10, 2011 We are no longer accepting proposals for this show
Bead Fest Philadelphia (Check the box to propose for this show.) Click here to expand and choose your unavailable times August 17 - 21, 2011 Proposal Deadline: October 5, 2010
Wednesday, unavailable times (check all that apply)
Scheduling Requests & Restrictions: (e.g. I need to teach 4 classses; Don't have me teach more than 7 hours in one day; leave me time to shop at the show; have me teach all my classes on one day/consecutive days, don’t have me teach my classes back to back):
Do you need any extra tables other than the 2 teacher tables provided? (e.g. I need 5 instructor tables, 1 for me the rest for kilns or supplies)
Do you need sheet metal on any tables? Which Ones? (e.g. 3 tables need sheet metal - all instructor tables at the front)
Do you need to be in a specific room/location? *Due to space limitations no one will be able to have their own room (i.e. Only you teaching in the room all weekend) (e.g. I need to be near the restrooms - my classes need water; I prefer GS1 or a larger room as my classes always sell out/ I have a lot of tables; I need to be in a large classroom because I have kilns that cannot be moved)
Do you need to stay in the same room all weekend long? Why? *Meaning all your classes will be scheduled in the same room for the duration of the show. It does not mean you will be the only one teaching in that room. (e.g. I have kilns that fire for 12 hours, we cannot move them until they cool)
In submitting this class proposal, I ascertain that I am not infringing on any protected design rights. Checking this box confirms that your work is original and any copyright discrepancies will be resolved among the instructors involved and not by Interweave.
Checking this box acknowledges that I have read and completed the whole Class Proposal form and constitutes an electronic signature.
I have completed my class proposal form and I am ready to attach photographs. (Please refer to the Photo Submission information if you have a question, and make sure to label your class image with the name of your proposed class!)
Checking this box gives us authorization to release your email address to vendors at our events. This will enable vendors to offer special discounts on tools and merchandise they have available.
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