NSCCD
The Guide to Craft and Art in Nova Scotia

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SUBMISSIONS FOR THE GUIDE 2012 ARE NOW CLOSED!

Important Note - Please Be Sure To Read First!

To those of you who have received a 2012 Guide Package in the mail, please take note of the following correction:

On your application page, the Which Ad? section does not match the correct listing options that are available on the Ad Price and Size List. Option C's correct price should read $120, for a basic ad with a vertical or horizontal image. Therefore on your application: C should have become D, D become E...etc.

How to ensure you get the Ad you want:

   - Please refer to the Ad Price and Size List for the correct list of options.
   - Please write in the white space of the application form if you are interested in Option
     C: basic image with vertical or horizontal image.
   - The online version of the Guide Application Form has this typo corrected, so you may
     print a new copy and send it or simply apply online to ensure you get the correct ad.
   - If you still have concerns, please contact Craig at the NSCCD or Janet Doble, Guide
     Coordinator for further clarification.


Introduction


Welcome to the Online Application Form for the 2012 Guide to Craft and Art in Nova Scotia.  We are happy to continue this option in order to make it easier and faster for those wishing to participate in this year's Guide.  We would please ask that you report any issues you encounter to us right away so we can resolve them on a timely basis.

We'd greatly appreciate your using the online application system to help us process your submission more efficiently.

Click here to jump directly to the online application form

We are also providing a link below to the PDF version of the 2012 Application Package which can be filled out manually and either mailed-in or dropped-in personally.

2012 Application Package (, 1472 Kb)

Please note that you will require the free Adobe Reader (or equivalent software) in order to open the PDF file linked below.  If you do not have the software installed on your machine, please click on the button to the right to download and install the latest version.
 

Director's Message

Dear Advertiser:

Annually the NS Centre for Craft and Design produces the Guide to Craft and Art as an affordable and effective marketing tool for you.  Our goal is to retain high quality, accurate content in this free publication which encourages travelers to explore the wealth of craft and art that surrounds us.  To improve the guide's value to you and its readers, last year we incorporated a number of new ideas that we plan on keeping:

  • advertising options including highlighting and special ad rates
  • online application form and paypal payment
  • GPS coordinates
  • icons identifying demonstrations, NSDCC Juried Members and Master Artisans

In 2011, we increased distribution to over 80 major hotels, B&B's and resorts.  Feedback collected from previous advertisers was an overwhelmingly positive "return on investment".  And as far as advertising costs go, this guide remains a sweet deal!!

We invite you to showcase your business, event or organization.  We're proud to promote Nova Scotia's artisans, artists, their supporters, hosts and businesses.

- Susan Charles, Director
 


About the Guide

The Guide is an annual publication by the Nova Scotia Centre for Craft & Design created to increase the visibility of what craftspeople/artists, shops and galleries in Nova Scotia produce and to market Nova Scotian products and events. The Guide has an "open access to ALL" policy to advertise, therefore we strive for affordable pricing of ads. It is published in a easy-to-carry handy size (4"x9") format.

Contents
A broad range of studios, galleries, retail shops and other craft and art-related organizations across Nova Scotia, from private enterprises to public institutions.

Listing are divided into three sections:
1. Tourism Trail Regions Section     2. Events Section     3. Organizations Section

Range of Listing Rates (click here for price list)

  • without image: $55 + HST
  • with image: from $85 to $1300 + HST

Readers

  • Tourists seeking to discover Nova Scotian items
  • Local people looking for original items made by local craftspeople/artists to purchase
  • People interested in touring galleries and shops for craft/art works

44,000 copies distributed in 2011
Major Distribution:

  • 70 Visitor Information Service Centers
  • Christmas & Summer Craft Markets organized by the Nova Scotia Designer Crafts Council
  • 80+ NS Hotels, B&B's, Resorts
  • Galleries, Gift Shops, Studios
  • Cultural Institutions
  • Atlantic Craft Trade Show

Contact: Nova Scotia Centre for Craft and Design (NSCCD) | Guide Coordinator: Janet Doble
Tel: (902) 455-6960 | Fax: (902) 492-2526 | E-Mail: guide@craftguide.ns.ca
Mail: THE GUIDE, Nova Scotia Centre for Craft and Design, 1061 Marginal Road, Suite 140, Halifax, NS   B3H 4P6