If you visited last year's DemiCon art show, give yourself a pat on the back — you helped participating artists sell nearly $6,000 worth of their work. If we keep up the good work this year, you can continue to expect a collection of the most incredibly high-quality art to be found at any small convention.
Viewing Hours: Located in the Conference Room on the first floor, the art show is open on Friday from 2 - 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. For security reasons, the art show staff will ask you to check your purses, bags, and any other stuff-carrying containers at the door (and yes, you'll get them back when you leave).
The late-evening art show tour will return this year by popular demand. Due to crowding resulting from last year's unexpectedly high attendance, there will be two sessions to chose from: Friday at 8:00 p.m. or Friday at 9:00 p.m. These tours will be led by some of our accomplished artist guests, who will discuss the different styles, media, etc. as exemplified by the displayed works. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the world of art, especially for those new to such shows.
Voting: Once again, DemiCon art lovers have the awesome responsibility of selecting the best of the best. When you visit the art show, be sure to get a voting slip and cast your ballot for your favorites as your peruse our gallery of masterpieces.
Bidding and Buying: DemiCon offers three ways to purchase art: through normal bidding, via quick-sale, or from the print shop. We are sorry, but we will be unable to accept payment by credit card this year. Personal checks, however, are welcome.
Bidding: Items in the display area will each have an attached bid sheet. If you like what you see, and the sheet is not marked "NFS" ("not-for-sale"), you may enter a bid. Write your name and badge number on the first available bid line; if you are the first bidder, you must enter an amount equal to or above the amount marked on the sheet as the "minimum bid." If there are other bidders, you must enter an amount that is higher than the last bid. Items with two or more bids, and all award-winning pieces with one or more bids, will go to voice auction at 7 p.m. Saturday. Non-award winning items with one bid only will go to that
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