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MEMBER BENEFITS & DISCOUNTSMEMBER BENEFITS
• NAIA newspaper “The Independent Artist” (mailed)
• "Updates", monthly e-communication from the Board Chair
• Periodic e-communications on timely and important topics and issues
• NAIA Member Forum
• NAIA Advocacy Action Line
• NAIA Online Member Roster
• Over 20 arts-related discount programs to save you money!
• A hard-working board and staff!And, of course, The Member Forum (password required) is a place where many things are discussed in the total realm of our chosen careers. From new technology in charge card processing to where we “fit” in the total art world; no subject is too big nor too small. From serious concerns to interesting information to lighthearted entertainment, the Member Forum is a place to keep up with the inside story on our venue and our organization. As a member, we welcome you to share your thoughts on the Member Forum.
The Show Information Forum (password required) is a member benefit of great value if you want to give and get information on shows. More than a “ratings” guide, the information here contains the “Important Stuff” about shows posted by real identifiable members - the quality of the show, security, problems, warnings, good spaces, access, parking, attendance, demographics, etc. - the information necessary to determine if a show might be right for your work. We ask before you register that you commit to both the giving and the taking of information to this password protected site; it just won’t work if the commitment doesn’t go both ways. If you have trouble with your passwords, registering or logging in, please contact the for help.
In the future, portions of the NAIA website currently public will be available only to NAIA Members.
MEMBER DISCOUNTS
The NAIA has arranged discounts for its members with the businesses listed below.The businesses must offer a discount of at least 10% and are allowed to restrict the discount to certain services or products. Businesses may wish to verify that you are a member in good standing in the NAIA before filling your order, so please be sure that your NAIA membership is up to date.
If you encounter any problems with any of the businesses who offer discounts, please let us know.
Please let the Benefits Subcommittee know if there are businesses that you think would be good candidates to offer discounts for NAIA members.
Benefits Subcommittee
NAIA Membership Committee
10% - 20% DISCOUNTS TO ALL NAIA MEMBERS
Click Here for details on discount options.
Phone: 866-499-5722
Fax: 516-921-9488
Web site: www.1nbcard.com/artisan.html
Accept Credit Cards Anywhere!!! Increase Your Business. The #1 Resource For All Of Your Wireless & Portable Payment Processing Needs. Providing Superior Service To The Arts & Crafts Community For 25 Years. Free Equipment, Lease Financing & Short Term Rental Programs Available. Call for details or visit our website. 1st National Processing Toll Free: 866-499-5722 www.1nbcard.com/artisan.html
ADVANCED MERCHANT SOLUTIONS, INC.
PO Box 3523
Fullerton, CA 92834-3523
714-449-0211
Advanced Merchant Solutions incorporates innovative and proprietary technology for bringing complete turn-key solutions to the mobile business community. As the leader of today's electronic and mobile commerce technologies, Advanced Merchant Solutions, Inc. has formed alliances and partnerships with the industry's leaders, and is a Palm Select Alliance Member, a Microsoft Mobile Solutions Partner, a Handspring Registered Developer, and is a registered and recognized developer for Sony, Nokia, and other mobile device manufacturers.
ALESSCO INC.
2525 N. Elston
Chicago, IL 60647
800-ALESSCO
773-235-6287
Trade Show Flooring, SoftFLOORS, SoftCARPETS, LogoFLOORS, Shipping Cases, Foamannequins, accessories, etc.
AMERICAN CERAMIC SUPPLY
2442 Ludelle St.
Fort Worth, TX 76105
817-535-2651
A complete line of ceramic and pottery needs for over 32 years.
ARTFAIR SOURCEBOOK
Greg Lawler has offered a generous 15% discount for members who are new subscribers for the excellent ArtFair SourceBook. Call 1-800-358-2045 for details.
ARTIST CAREER TRAINING
101 First St., #103
Los Altos, CA 94022-2750
650-917-1225
Helping artists who want to make a better living making art.
ARTIST SUCCESS KIT
1103 N. Washington Ave.
Lansing, MI 48906
517-886-7457
The Artist Success Kit is:
~ An easy organizational system designed by artists to meet the unique needs of artists.
~ A complete record-keeping, filing and planning system. Includes easy-to-use forms and clear instructions on how to use them—no complicated computer programs to learn.
~ A Success Handbook filled with valuable career-building tips and motivational strategies.
Regular price: $34.95
NAIA Member price: $24.95
AZADPHOTO.COM
660 Laramie Blvd.
Boulder, CO 80304
303-447-3686
888-258-0657
Fax: 303-447-2464
For 15 years, we have excelled in helping artists to move their creations from the studio into the hands of appreciative customers. We are unsurpassed at jewelry photography and photography of other artwork, as well as graphic design/web design and printing. We provide one-stop-shopping for the promotion of your art in the marketplace.
BERMAN GRAPHICS
PO Box 265
Russelton, PA 15076
800-350-9289
412-767-8644
Complete digital imaging services.
BUDGET RENTAL
Budget Rental will now provide a corporate discount to our members on their trucks and cars. Here are PDF files with information, phone numbers, and code numbers. Here is the corporate agreement.
The NAIA is pleased to announce we have qualified for a special non profit association discount with Choice Hotels International. This program is called Significant Organization Savings Rates or "S.O.S. Rates".
The discount is 15% off published rack rates at Participating Choice Brand Hotels (this discount should work out to be about 10% better then any other discount available).
All you need to do to participate is to book your rooms through the dedicated 800 number and use the NAIA's special membership ID Code.
Choice Hotels International®: Save 15% over 5,000 participating Comfort Inn®, Comfort Suites®, Quality®, Sleep Inn®, Clarion®, MainStay Suites®, Suburban Extended Stay®, Econo Lodge® and Rodeway Inn® brand hotels worldwide! Call 800.258.2847 or go to ChoiceHotels.com. Book in advance and reference NAIA Special Rate Identification #. If you are an NAIA member and have not received the ID Code and 800 number, contact Cynthia here.
Now save even more! Sign up for the Choice Privileges® rewards program today to start earning points towards free nights or flights in addition to your 15% discount! It’s fast, free and easy to join. Earn points at participating hotels. Go to ChoicePrivileges.com/signup/NAINDART or call 888.770.6800 today! Remember to give your NAIA Special Rate ID along with your Choice Privileges member # when making your reservation to receive your discount while earning Choice Privileges points!
Subscribe to the SOS Sentinel, a complimentary e-newsletter, to get the news about promotions, Choice Hotels International property information, new choicehotels.com features and more! Please make sure to note that you are a NAIA member. Where are you traveling? Choice Hotels is probably there!
Choice Hotels has 5,000 locations across the globe. Our ID code can be used for your personal travel as well! Choice Hotels include:
Clarion, Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Mainstay Suites, Quality, Sleep Inn, Econo Lodge, Roadway Inn and Flag.
Please Note: due to the fact that these are franchises we may from time to time run into a hotel that will not honor this program especially during a special event. Save yourself a hassle and always use the 800 number to make your reservation.
To receive a book listing all locations go to the Choice web site and check the "contact us" box. Be sure to familiarize yourself with special "hot deals" that may fit your travel plans.
A note from a member:
Made another rez using my NAIA Choice Hotels discount. I compared the rates to the other rates they had, including AAA, corporate, and internet user. NAIA deal was better than all of those. I checked hotwire, but the offers were not that good, especially after you add their "fees and taxes" (which I always check to get the true cost). Didn't make any priceline offers, it just didn't seem like the locations were going to be reliable for being close to the show.
Also, thought I would mention that the Choice hotels website is really good, very informative, easy to navigate, it worked well, etc.
Thanks, NAIA.
Don Ament
DYNAMIC DISPLAY SYSTEMS
2932 Via Loma Vista
Escondido, CA 92029
800-928-7637
760-745-5956
Fax: 760-745-1944
Permanent and portable display systems.
FINE PRINT IMAGING
1306 Blue Spruce Dr.
Fort Collins, CO 80524
800-777-111
970-484-9650
Traditional and Lumira digital photographs, archival giclée prints on watercolor and canvas, and rich, saturated black and white pigmented ink prints.
MARY CRONIN GRAPHIC DESIGNER
1807 Charlton St.
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
734-668-7239
Web design involves working with you from the beginning of the project to define the goals and structure of your site and to design the navigation elements, interface design, functionality, and visual direction. I pay close attention to the audience for your site, as well as usability, readability, and disability issues. When needed, I provide site maintenance, such as adding new pages or information to the site.
MOBILE ARTISANS AND CRAFTERS NATIONAL CO-OP
(a non profit group) joins with other fine companies listed on our web site in now offering our members a 10% discount off the purchase of terminals, including the radio wave NURIT 2090. Mobile Artisans can be reached at 1-888-333-5513 or their website.
PICTURE SALON
6353 Stonefield Rd.
Middleton, WI 53562
888-833-1102
Picture Salon is a giclee printing service for artists and photographers. We provide an affordable and convenient way to produce high-quality giclee prints of your work -- no matter where you live. Call us for a free information kit.
RED ROOF INNS
15% discount - you should have received your member card by now. If not, contact us at: Membership@NAIA-Artists.org
RYDER TRUCK
Reservation information, maintenance, contacts (PDF file).
SANDERS VISUAL IMAGES
Sanders Visual Images offers complete photographic services to artists of all
media. They photograph in conventional film or have modern up-to-date full
digital services available including Zapp and Juried Art Services
applications. They also offer slide duplication services; cloth display
banners; booth photos on location, at shows or in my studio; web site
photography, and postcards all at reasonable prices. They will be offering a
10% discount to NAIA members on studio time.Larry Sanders
Sanders Visual Images
1522 W. Pierce St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
414-672-6727
877-726-3377
SHOWOFF CANOPIES
10% discount on all products.
New Venture Products Inc - "Providing Innovative Products Worldwide"
10% off "Solo Roller."
The Solo Roller allows for quick, neat, and easy roll up of canopy side walls. Made for single person use, the Solo Roller will accomadate side panels from 5'6" to 10'6" wide. More information, including pictures and instructions, can be found on their website at Blue Sky Glass.
PO Box 103
Boyne Falls, MI 49713
p 231.549.2427
NAIA members receive a 10% discount on initial app fees and all equipment.
Call for details 800-873-1192.
Guy MacDonald, owner
430 Sawmill Road
Pt. Matilda, PA 16870
VIBRANT IMAGE
Vibrant Image is a Photographic and Digital Design Studio specializing in jury images and websites for artists. Serving artists nationwide, award winning photographer and designer David Romero is offering all NAIA members a 15% discount on In-Studio Photography. Please visit his website to view samples of his work and to request a quote. Be sure to mention NAIA membership to receive the discount.David F. Romero
866-724-0016 (toll free)
301-724-0016 (in Maryland)
