Frequently Asked Questions
Who comes to the retreat?
Everyone who wants to explore and expand their personal creativity -- painters, poets, architects, illustrators, animators, writers, graphic designers, fashion designers, set designers, dancers, knitters, quilters, sculptors, singers, chefs, composers, musicians, performers, actors, and comics, to name a few.
Do I have to stay overnight at a convention hotel?
You do not have to stay overnight in Ocean Grove nor at one of our participating hotels. You can commute to the convention if you live in the surrounding area.
Can I come for just one day?
You can come for Saturday alone, but to get the full value of the convention, we encourage you to come for the whole weekend. The convention registration rate is the same. Be aware that the Saturday night ARTShare does not end until 11:00 pm, so be sure to check transit schedules for your ride home.
Who pays the “newcomer” rate?
If this is your first time attending the convention – whether you are new to A.R.T.S. or a long-time member – you can register at the newcomer rate.
What do I do for meals?
Ocean Grove has cafes, delis, and a supermarket. The three A.R.T.S. group meals, Friday dinner, Saturday dinner, and Sunday lunch, are optional. Check with your hotel about using their refrigerator space if you need to bring special food. A.R.T.S. does not have access to kitchen facilities.
Can I take pictures at the convention?
Picture taking and audio recording of meetings or art shares is strictly forbidden without the express permission of the person being photographed and/or recorded.
Can I invite guests to the ARTShare?
The Saturday night ARTShare is a members-only program, designed to be a safe space for member performances. Only paid convention participants may attend.
What is a Creative Process Share?
The Creative Process Share, held on Saturday afternoon, is an alternative to the ARTShare in the Tabernacle on Saturday night. It is perfect for newcomers and people who wish to share their art and their process in a smaller, more intimate, setting.
Who do I call if I am running late or if there is an emergency?
As our convention is held in a number of unrelated facilities (as opposed to one big convention hotel), and staffed by volunteers, there is no central on-site phone number to call. The best thing to do is to have the cell phone number of a "buddy" who is also attending the convention to call if you are late, lost, or have any other problem. You or your buddy will be able to find a convention staff member (who will be wearing special colored bandanas) for assistance. Staff members will have a way to contact convention leaders.
Everyone who wants to explore and expand their personal creativity -- painters, poets, architects, illustrators, animators, writers, graphic designers, fashion designers, set designers, dancers, knitters, quilters, sculptors, singers, chefs, composers, musicians, performers, actors, and comics, to name a few.
Do I have to stay overnight at a convention hotel?
You do not have to stay overnight in Ocean Grove nor at one of our participating hotels. You can commute to the convention if you live in the surrounding area.
Can I come for just one day?
You can come for Saturday alone, but to get the full value of the convention, we encourage you to come for the whole weekend. The convention registration rate is the same. Be aware that the Saturday night ARTShare does not end until 11:00 pm, so be sure to check transit schedules for your ride home.
Who pays the “newcomer” rate?
If this is your first time attending the convention – whether you are new to A.R.T.S. or a long-time member – you can register at the newcomer rate.
What do I do for meals?
Ocean Grove has cafes, delis, and a supermarket. The three A.R.T.S. group meals, Friday dinner, Saturday dinner, and Sunday lunch, are optional. Check with your hotel about using their refrigerator space if you need to bring special food. A.R.T.S. does not have access to kitchen facilities.
Can I take pictures at the convention?
Picture taking and audio recording of meetings or art shares is strictly forbidden without the express permission of the person being photographed and/or recorded.
Can I invite guests to the ARTShare?
The Saturday night ARTShare is a members-only program, designed to be a safe space for member performances. Only paid convention participants may attend.
What is a Creative Process Share?
The Creative Process Share, held on Saturday afternoon, is an alternative to the ARTShare in the Tabernacle on Saturday night. It is perfect for newcomers and people who wish to share their art and their process in a smaller, more intimate, setting.
Who do I call if I am running late or if there is an emergency?
As our convention is held in a number of unrelated facilities (as opposed to one big convention hotel), and staffed by volunteers, there is no central on-site phone number to call. The best thing to do is to have the cell phone number of a "buddy" who is also attending the convention to call if you are late, lost, or have any other problem. You or your buddy will be able to find a convention staff member (who will be wearing special colored bandanas) for assistance. Staff members will have a way to contact convention leaders.
