Artist Alley registration will be opening at 7:00 PM today (4/5/13). Here are some very important links:
Agreement (http://www.fanime.com/essentials/event-registration/#artist-alley)
Registration page (http://apps.fanime.com/2013/artist) (page won't flip over to the registration page until 7:00 PM)
How long is selection waiting?
Quote from: unicorn_lord on April 05, 2013, 07:12:05 PM
How long is selection waiting?
There's no exact timeframe for it since it heavily depends on how long it takes for our Artist Alley team to go through each portfolio. This can be really quick or long, depending on numerous factors.
I know this sounds completely rediculous but I wanted to know what do you call the seating arrangement that is in the middle region but its at the end zones! where the artists enter and exit!...
if this was bread I would like to call it "the crust seating area" reason for is I kinda find that a favorable Entrance and exit without having the hassle to Bump into artists or accidently trip and Destroy their precious works!
again really sorry if this question doesnt make sense, if you want a picture, i can be happy to provide details about it since it make sense, but I fear moderators will block it
Will we recieve an email conformation if we get a table?
How do you edit/ add helpers to your account after you are on Step 3?
Quote from: Hachimitsu-ink on April 05, 2013, 07:20:06 PM
I know this sounds completely rediculous but I wanted to know what do you call the seating arrangement that is in the middle region but its at the end zones! where the artists enter and exit!...
if this was bread I would like to call it "the crust seating area" reason for is I kinda find that a favorable Entrance and exit without having the hassle to Bump into artists or accidently trip and Destroy their precious works!
again really sorry if this question doesnt make sense, if you want a picture, i can be happy to provide details about it since it make sense, but I fear moderators will block it
The layout won't be the same since we're changing locations.
Quote from: naxin on April 05, 2013, 07:22:57 PM
How do you edit/ add helpers to your account after you are on Step 3?
like all of the begining registrations, the best way is to wait until your confirmed. once your are confirmed.. you will then ask for a new update.. but if there is not update-ability, then you can email artist alley registration to add new people!....
trust me, there will be a list of people asking for table sharing.....
the best option is focus on yourself ONLY...
once its anounce your in, then you can ask you would like to add helper!.. because if you spend too much time asking for your friends phone number and he never picks up to give you any information!... chances are your wasting valuable time and will risk on losing your chances...
all I can say is I really hope you get a table slot if you finished your form as quickly as you can once you finished step three
Has anyone received a confirmation that they have been accepted? Because I logged into my account and it said all the artists have been picked. Not sure if this is true or just an error?
Quote from: LiL Moon on April 09, 2013, 03:47:00 AM
Has anyone received a confirmation that they have been accepted? Because I logged into my account and it said all the artists have been picked. Not sure if this is true or just an error?
Oh wait, I think this is just a generic message that lets people know that applications are no longer being accepted. My mistake.
Quote from: LiL Moon on April 09, 2013, 03:52:14 AM
Quote from: LiL Moon on April 09, 2013, 03:47:00 AM
Has anyone received a confirmation that they have been accepted? Because I logged into my account and it said all the artists have been picked. Not sure if this is true or just an error?
Oh wait, I think this is just a generic message that lets people know that applications are no longer being accepted. My mistake.
That is the message that you are on the waitlist for an AA table.
I have this at the top of my page when I log in: "Congratulations! Your table request is preliminarily approved, pending the final review of work for compliance with the table agreement by AA Staff."
But I also have this further down: "The Artist Alley application site has closed for the season! We've selected all our artists, and we are full!
Thank you for your interest in FanimeCon 2013 Artist Alley!"
I'm confused. The first message was the "you have a table" message last year, but is the second message the waitlist message?
Quote from: chibimonster on April 09, 2013, 06:23:36 AM
I have this at the top of my page when I log in: "Congratulations! Your table request is preliminarily approved, pending the final review of work for compliance with the table agreement by AA Staff."
But I also have this further down: "The Artist Alley application site has closed for the season! We've selected all our artists, and we are full!
Thank you for your interest in FanimeCon 2013 Artist Alley!"
I'm confused. The first message was the "you have a table" message last year, but is the second message the waitlist message?
I can definitely see how this could be confusing, but the second message is something that should be fixed*. It simply means that we are no longer accepting artist applications (they at 11:59 PM on Monday - April 8).
*Edit: already fixed.
Quote from: MPLe on April 09, 2013, 06:33:17 AM
Quote from: chibimonster on April 09, 2013, 06:23:36 AM
I have this at the top of my page when I log in: "Congratulations! Your table request is preliminarily approved, pending the final review of work for compliance with the table agreement by AA Staff."
But I also have this further down: "The Artist Alley application site has closed for the season! We've selected all our artists, and we are full!
Thank you for your interest in FanimeCon 2013 Artist Alley!"
I'm confused. The first message was the "you have a table" message last year, but is the second message the waitlist message?
I can definitely see how this could be confusing, but the second message is something that should be fixed*. It simply means that we are no longer accepting artist applications (they at 11:59 PM on Monday - April 8).
*Edit: already fixed.
Yeah, I had the same thing. That's why I figured it was an error.
Did anybody get a table yet? Can a mod start a "buy table space" thread to contain purchase requests?
Quote from: unicorn_lord on April 10, 2013, 10:08:12 AM
Did anybody get a table yet? Can a mod start a "buy table space" thread to contain purchase requests?
Generally those threads are started by artists. Why don't you make one and ask a mod to make it a sticky or something?
Did you not get a table? D: I heard the app crashed pretty badly. I was on an airplane when registration went up and my little sister had to full the form out for me, so I don't really know what happened.
Quote from: chibimonster on April 10, 2013, 12:38:22 PM
Quote from: unicorn_lord on April 10, 2013, 10:08:12 AM
Did anybody get a table yet? Can a mod start a "buy table space" thread to contain purchase requests?
Generally those threads are started by artists. Why don't you make one and ask a mod to make it a sticky or something?
Did you not get a table? D: I heard the app crashed pretty badly. I was on an airplane when registration went up and my little sister had to full the form out for me, so I don't really know what happened.
It was sluggish from about 5 minutes beforehand to about one-two after we released it and then recovered. It never crashed as far as I'm aware (I was able to access it just fine).
Quote from: MPLe on April 10, 2013, 08:57:55 PM
It was sluggish from about 5 minutes beforehand to about one-two after we released it and then recovered. It never crashed as far as I'm aware (I was able to access it just fine).
Weird, because people on facebook have been saying that they didn't get their verification emails at all and that there were issues with Chrome. Maybe I should stop taking things I read on facebook for fact...
Quote from: chibimonster on April 10, 2013, 09:57:47 PMWeird, because people on facebook have been saying that they didn't get their verification emails at all and that there were issues with Chrome. Maybe I should stop taking things I read on facebook for fact...
Ah, we did get the report about Chrome handling the links incorrectly. That should be fixed by now, but there wasn't any crash that I was aware of. Our mail server was dishing out e-mails as fast as they were being requested.
I know that crashes were reported, but those were just slowdowns. :(
Quote from: MPLe on April 10, 2013, 10:02:57 PM
Ah, we did get the report about Chrome handling the links incorrectly. That should be fixed by now, but there wasn't any crash that I was aware of. Our mail server was dishing out e-mails as fast as they were being requested.
I know that crashes were reported, but those were just slowdowns. :(
Yeah, my sister was using chrome and she said that she had to refresh pages several times. I guess that's just the way the table war goes these days. Just out of curiosity (sorry if this is off-topic), were artist alley signups less crazy in earlier years, like 2008, or have they been crazy since Fanime's early days?
Quote from: chibimonster on April 10, 2013, 10:06:24 PMYeah, my sister was using chrome and she said that she had to refresh pages several times. I guess that's just the way the table war goes these days. Just out of curiosity (sorry if this is off-topic), were artist alley signups less crazy in earlier years, like 2008, or have they been crazy since Fanime's early days?
No problem on the offtopic (this time :P): They've been crazy for as long as I can remember. There was a time when we wouldn't sell out but there was still a mad dash for artists wanting a table.
Quote from: MPLe on April 10, 2013, 10:22:45 PM
No problem on the offtopic (this time :P): They've been crazy for as long as I can remember. There was a time when we wouldn't sell out but there was still a mad dash for artists wanting a table.
Ugh that means that it can only get worse from here on out. Are you going to post signup stats like you did last year? How quickly did tables sell out this time?
Quote from: chibimonster on April 10, 2013, 10:34:16 PMUgh that means that it can only get worse from here on out. Are you going to post signup stats like you did last year? How quickly did tables sell out this time?
Less time than last year. I believe last year's official stat was "15 minutes" and this year's unofficial stat is "<15 minutes" (only because I haven't received the official word... yet).
Quote from: MPLe on April 10, 2013, 10:35:26 PM
Less time than last year. I believe last year's official stat was "15 minutes" and this year's unofficial stat is "<15 minutes" (only because I haven't received the official word... yet).
I heard people saying on facebook that people started getting waitlisted after about 7 minutes. Then again, facebook has already proven to be unreliable.
Quote from: chibimonster on April 10, 2013, 10:39:58 PMI heard people saying on facebook that people started getting waitlisted after about 7 minutes. Then again, facebook has already proven to be unreliable.
Once the dust settles a bit more on the AA tables, we should be able to say how long it took to "fill" out the tables.
Maybe we should have some sort of online obstacle course in order for people to register for an AA table. Something like "Answer these 100 randomly selected questions completely correct!* :D
*Not serious****Maybe******No, not really serious
Quote from: chibimonster on April 10, 2013, 12:38:22 PM
Quote from: unicorn_lord on April 10, 2013, 10:08:12 AM
Did anybody get a table yet? Can a mod start a "buy table space" thread to contain purchase requests?
Generally those threads are started by artists. Why don't you make one and ask a mod to make it a sticky or something?
Did you not get a table? D: I heard the app crashed pretty badly. I was on an airplane when registration went up and my little sister had to full the form out for me, so I don't really know what happened.
I don't know, I never got a email.
I was finished in 9 minutes, I'd hate for that too have been too long.
Especially since I use the AA at Fanime as sort of a litmus test for my abilities.
Quote from: unicorn_lord on April 11, 2013, 12:32:44 PM
I was finished in 9 minutes, I'd hate for that too have been too long.
Especially since I use the AA at Fanime as sort of a litmus test for my abilities.
If you never got the verification link in your email, you don't have a table. Otherwise you should be able to log in to your account and see the message at the top of the page. If it's the "congrats, you've been preliminarily approved" message, you have a table. If you were too slow the message will tell you you're on the waitlist.
I'm number 4290 (I don't know if that counts as anything)
But yes I submitted everything at 7 minutes and it says I am waitlist :(
So I assume that 7 minutes is the cut off time when people started getting waitlisted haha
Which is inasne @__@;
Anyone know anyone that have been approved for their table yet? :O
Quote from: princeofrose on April 11, 2013, 08:24:38 PM
I'm number 4290 (I don't know if that counts as anything)
But yes I submitted everything at 7 minutes and it says I am waitlist :(
So I assume that 7 minutes is the cut off time when people started getting waitlisted haha
Which is inasne @__@;
Anyone know anyone that have been approved for their table yet? :O
I might be wrong, but...
I don't think they used a specific time as a cutoff - they seemed to do it at about 290 tables (I'm assuming the account number's last 3 digits indicate the number in which you signed up). They had about 320 tables last year, and the reason they started waitlisting people so quickly was because of the location change. They're not sure how many tables they'll have this year. It'll probably end up being more than last year, so I wouldn't start worrying just yet.
I may be completely wrong - this is just what I have managed to gather/deduce, so I'd suggest asking staff for some sort of clarification before you use what I've said here as fact.
320 is alot of tables XD.. and I was thankful we got more last year!...
Try not to feel worry.. I know this year I hope we might have 350 tables!.. maybe even more!
Please note me if you have any questions!...
Seriously please note me o_O!....
that doesn't reassure me since my last 3 number are 361.
My last 3 numbers are 168 and I unused in under 5 minutes. This year has been crazy.
To the mods: The price rises every year, and is it going to keep going up until it reaches AX-ish prices? Fanime seems pretty inexpensive given its size (this might be why demand for tables is as hue as it is).
So has anybody been confirmed for a table and moved passed step 3 at all? I know there's a time limit until we can pay for tables and it's getting pretty close.
Quote from: haircurl on April 13, 2013, 02:53:10 PM
So has anybody been confirmed for a table and moved passed step 3 at all? I know there's a time limit until we can pay for tables and it's getting pretty close.
The listed time limit will be moved for any individuals that are accepted after the cut off date so you won't need to worry about that.
I sent my digital art portfolio in an email and I'm a bit concerned because I'm still waiting for approval. I realize that there are a number of people still waiting on approval, but I also never got any kind of confirmation that my email was received.
Quote from: pitin on April 15, 2013, 04:49:23 PM
I sent my digital art portfolio in an email and I'm a bit concerned because I'm still waiting for approval. I realize that there are a number of people still waiting on approval, but I also never got any kind of confirmation that my email was received.
I did this too and they emailed me back saying they got it. However, maybe they only did this because I was also asking a question about helpers. I haven't been confirmed yet either; they do it in order of signup and I'm #168, so they probably have a ways to go.
It's better to be safe than sorry, though, so I would email them the link one more time and ask if they got it.
Hello// I was checking my fanime AA acc and it said I was in Preliminaries since Saturday (I didn't get an email about it either, had to check the site itself) and it said AA staffs are looking through the portfolio if it matches up with their terms and conditions. But when I checked back on it today, the messaged changed my status back to waitlist;;
Did this happen to anyone else? (,,•﹏•,,)
Quote from: VocaloidHaine on April 15, 2013, 10:34:39 PM
Hello// I was checking my fanime AA acc and it said I was in Preliminaries since Saturday (I didn't get an email about it either, had to check the site itself) and it said AA staffs are looking through the portfolio if it matches up with their terms and conditions. But when I checked back on it today, the messaged changed my status back to waitlist;;
Did this happen to anyone else? (,,•﹏•,,)
This happened to some people when signups happened. The last 3 digits of their account number were somewhere between/around 290 and 300. This happened because of weirdness in the system involving which message got sent out when. It's strange that this would happen to you this late.
What are the last 3 digits of your account number?
I think the staff don't quite know how many tables they have yet, so that's why a lot of the waitlisted confusion has been happening.
Ahh it scared me when I got the message! I thought I missed some email or something haha;
My account number is 289! So close;;
I was hoping that they would take numbers up till the 300s.
Do you think there were people already accepted before waitlist people---or was everyone automatically waitlisted since the beginning?
Thanks so much for the reply!
Quote from: VocaloidHaine on April 16, 2013, 08:44:34 AM
Ahh it scared me when I got the message! I thought I missed some email or something haha;
My account number is 289! So close;;
I was hoping that they would take numbers up till the 300s.
Do you think there were people already accepted before waitlist people---or was everyone automatically waitlisted since the beginning?
Thanks so much for the reply!
The first set of people who signed up got a "preliminary approved" message, but only those who made in under the number of tables AA knew they'd be able to service. Since they haven't actually completed their seating/table layout yet (that we know of), anybody who made it in PAST the numbers they were certain they could have got "Wait-listed", but that number could change at any time. We're still waiting on portfolio review and a final seating chart, I suppose. :/
Looks like the tables are going to start getting approved soon. I just got an email from the staff to make sure that my crafts will adhere to they rules. As long as I understand and comply with the rules, it said I can move on with registration. I can't wait!
Quote from: LiL Moon on April 17, 2013, 01:10:00 AM
Looks like the tables are going to start getting approved soon. I just got an email from the staff to make sure that my crafts will adhere to they rules. As long as I understand and comply with the rules, it said I can move on with registration. I can't wait!
actually i havent received any messages from AAAdmin. I did got the preliminary approve but I don't know what that means in general.
(email from the staff to make sure that my crafts will adhere to they rules) <= forgive me for saying this but, what crafts were you selling?
Quote from: Hachimitsu-ink on April 17, 2013, 01:28:51 AM
Quote from: LiL Moon on April 17, 2013, 01:10:00 AM
Looks like the tables are going to start getting approved soon. I just got an email from the staff to make sure that my crafts will adhere to they rules. As long as I understand and comply with the rules, it said I can move on with registration. I can't wait!
actually i havent received any messages from AAAdmin. I did got the preliminary approve but I don't know what that means in general.
(email from the staff to make sure that my crafts will adhere to they rules) <= forgive me for saying this but, what crafts were you selling?
Relax, it's ok if you don't receive the same email. It's just because my portfolio has a lot of plushies made from anime/cartoon characters. As stated in the rules, you can't sell plushies of characters that already have official plushies made. So they just wanted to email me to make sure I won't sell anything like that. Most of the crafts I sell at cons are originals, but I always forget to take photos of them so I have more fan plushies than originals on my website.
Quote from: Hachimitsu-ink on April 17, 2013, 01:28:51 AM
actually i havent received any messages from AAAdmin. I did got the preliminary approve but I don't know what that means in general.
(email from the staff to make sure that my crafts will adhere to they rules) <= forgive me for saying this but, what crafts were you selling?
The Artist alley staff don't really contact you unless 1. there's an issue of some sort, 2. They need to remind you to do something, or 3. You contact them first. They wouldn't email people for no reason; they already have too much to to.
@Lil' moon: You were the OP from the thread last year about plushies and copyrights that turned into a huge debate about fanart in general, right? That is one thread that I would want never to relive.
Also yay about table approvals! :D I hope they'll push back the payment deadline though. April 19 is cutting it a little close.
I assume this part of the online AA agreement is a typo and we are still in South Hall? "Event Space: Exhibit Hall #1, 150 West San Carlos Blvd, San Jose, CA 95118"
Quote from: pitin on April 17, 2013, 10:16:13 AM
I assume this part of the online AA agreement is a typo and we are still in South Hall? "Event Space: Exhibit Hall #1, 150 West San Carlos Blvd, San Jose, CA 95118"
Yeah, that's a typo. Exhibit hall 1 is where we were last year.
and now I have headache. :-\
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Quote from: nou-e on April 17, 2013, 12:38:35 PM
Just to let you guys know, I've been approved. My ID is 4076 and I made the account within 3 min and activated within 6min =)
Yay!! It shouldn't be too long before I'm confirmed then! Number 168, made within 4 min, submitted before 5.
Yeah! I've been approved as well. My account is #4086.
@chibimonster Yeah, I haven't forgotten and I have no intention of debating it this year. I just wanted there to be a set understanding for fanart. Now the staff have set an official rule. So as long as it's in place, I will follow it.
Quote from: LiL Moon on April 17, 2013, 08:07:56 PM
Yeah! I've been approved as well. My account is #4086.
@chibimonster Yeah, I haven't forgotten and I have no intention of debating it this year. I just wanted there to be a set understanding for fanart. Now the staff have set an official rule. So as long as it's in place, I will follow it.
I was worried that the debate would have caused the staff to resort to a 50/50 rule like Otakon. UGH. I would not have wanted to deal with that. I like how the staff has made their policy clearer, but I'm confused about the mention of pins. Are pins and buttons lumped into the same category, or are buttons treated differently than pins? I guess I'll find out if there are any issues when they review my portfolio...
Sorry for the double post, everyone. I just wanted to let you know tht I'm number 168 and I just got confirmed. They sent me an email along with my confirmation telling me to try to take care of payments and such within a week. Looks like they're being flexible, so don't worry that April 19 is tomorrow.
Well my number is 4505. :'(
Guess I'm out. That would make it 3 years in a row with no table. :'(
It's good to know that there are more fans coming to the Con and AA but
just stings a little that my luck has turned worse than a lottery scratcher.
Just have to try again next year.
Just to make sure, we only need to provide the seller permit number on the day of the con--but it would make it a little easier on AA staffs if we provided it earlier? Finally got to step 7! That's the end-end right?
Quote from: VocaloidHaine on April 21, 2013, 12:41:30 PM
Just to make sure, we only need to provide the seller permit number on the day of the con--but it would make it a little easier on AA staffs if we provided it earlier? Finally got to step 7! That's the end-end right?
They do tend to base some seating on timeliness of completing your account stuff, and putting in your seller's permit probably earns you some brownie points with staff. I would get it ASAP and put it in just so that you get it out of the way before the con.
Oh alright! Thank you for replying!! ^^b
Question, how long do I have to pay? The FAQ said by the 19th, but I recieved confirmation of table on the 21th.
It says one week, but that may be pre-programmed replied, so I just wanted clarification.
Quote from: unicorn_lord on April 22, 2013, 03:58:59 PM
Question, how long do I have to pay? The FAQ said by the 19th, but I recieved confirmation of table on the 21th.
It says one week, but that may be pre-programmed replied, so I just wanted clarification.
all I know is that I have til the tenth of May to actually find a second artist by my side....
Quote from: unicorn_lord on April 22, 2013, 03:58:59 PM
Question, how long do I have to pay? The FAQ said by the 19th, but I recieved confirmation of table on the 21th.
It says one week, but that may be pre-programmed replied, so I just wanted clarification.
On facebook people were saying we had 2 days to pay.
Yes. Two days to pay.
Also we have announced a special registration pick up line for Artists in Artist Alley. Follow the link for more information.
http://www.fanime.com/2013/04/19/p/fanimecon-2013-special-registration-badge-pick-up-procedure/ (http://www.fanime.com/2013/04/19/p/fanimecon-2013-special-registration-badge-pick-up-procedure/)
Will the special line be in the same place as normal reg lines? Will it open at the same time? And to clarify: I get my entire group's badges, even the ones who aren't involved on artist alley?
Quote from: chibimonster on April 23, 2013, 08:49:19 AM
Will the special line be in the same place as normal reg lines? Will it open at the same time? And to clarify: I get my entire group's badges, even the ones who aren't involved on artist alley?
Yes it will be in the same location, with the same hours. How badge pickup will work with groups is as follows: http://www.fanime.com/2013/04/19/p/fanimecon-2013-special-registration-badge-pick-up-procedure/
Hi everyone...just in case you missed this...
http://www.fanime.com/artist-alley-has-been-filled/ (http://www.fanime.com/artist-alley-has-been-filled/)
When would we expect a table layout? Would we get to see it before the con?
Quote from: haircurl on May 10, 2013, 11:45:46 PM
When would we expect a table layout? Would we get to see it before the con?
We will get it out to you all ASAP. I think its likely that we will though.
yes I was about to asked about the seating chart.
Log in to your Artist Alley accounts. You now see your seating assignments and the seating chart. :D
So there was a thing about load-in and the union being involved if we have a lot of stuff. Are we going to get details on how that will work?
Quote from: rosaleendhu on May 18, 2013, 12:11:01 AM
So there was a thing about load-in and the union being involved if we have a lot of stuff. Are we going to get details on how that will work?
Hello,
The FAQ was updated with that information:
QuoteI won't be able to carry all of my merchandise in one trip in my suitcase. What should I do?
Dollys and handtrucks are prohibited. However Artist Alley staff have been able to negotiate for Union assistance to bring their merchandise in to Artist Alley for Artists who are disabled or require more than one trip. This assistance is being provided to Artists free of charge this year. You are also allowed to restock your table each day.
Fanime is fronting the bill on this. Feel free to let us know if you have any other questions at artistalleyATfanimeDOTcom!
Thanks
Quote from: ewu on May 18, 2013, 09:42:53 AM
Quote from: rosaleendhu on May 18, 2013, 12:11:01 AM
So there was a thing about load-in and the union being involved if we have a lot of stuff. Are we going to get details on how that will work?
Hello,
The FAQ was updated with that information:
QuoteI won't be able to carry all of my merchandise in one trip in my suitcase. What should I do?
Dollys and handtrucks are prohibited. However Artist Alley staff have been able to negotiate for Union assistance to bring their merchandise in to Artist Alley for Artists who are disabled or require more than one trip. This assistance is being provided to Artists free of charge this year. You are also allowed to restock your table each day.
Fanime is fronting the bill on this. Feel free to let us know if you have any other questions at artistalleyATfanimeDOTcom!
Thanks
Since I was looking for where we unload our cars and what times we can have other people do all the heavy lifting, I'll do that. But I'm probably not the only person wondering. :) Thanks!