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ABOUT AF
MISSION
THE ARTISTS FORUM, INC. (AF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit multi-arts service organization
specializing in events, juried competitions, and media for artists.
We produce an array of programs that foster networking, collaboration, exposure,
critical dialogue, and information exchange among the artistic community and our
members: musicians, singers, writers, actors, dancers, visual artists, independent
filmmakers, industry professionals, and art enthusiasts.
AF’s constituency consists of artists of all genres - both males and females of multiple
ethnicities, from 18 to 80 years of age. The median age range for both sexes is
between 25 to 50 years old.
Our competitions, panels, and networking events help bridge the gap between the
creative and corporate worlds while providing relaxed atmospheres to make and sustain
supportive and collaborative contacts. Though New York based, AF supports a global
art community. Anyone can participate with AF worldwide by attending our live or
‘virtual’ events such as our juried competitions and online magazine.
VISION
AF serves the needs of the artistic community by producing affordable, quality
programming designed to increase the business acumen of the underexposed artist.
We provide the emerging artist accessible avenues to display their work and discuss
critical, career-influencing topics for the purpose of protecting artists' rights and works.
Additionally, our health initiatives help underinsured artists with pro-active check-ups.
SERVICE AGENDA
AF's programming is designed to increase the business, legal, and technical savvy of
the emerging artist. Our panels focus on career-influencing topics such as the latest
techniques in marketing, copyright and intellectual property issues, agent dealings,
internet distribution and additional concerns with new technologies - all of which enable
artists to keep abreast of current trends and provide direct access to industry
professionals for additional counsel.
Along with programs developed to expose an artists' work and ideas, AF further
expands opportunities for artists by providing relaxed networking atmospheres
conducive for business building. Finally, AF supports the practical, day-to-day needs of
the artistic community by facilitating proactive mental and physical health initiatives for
underinsured artists.
We encourage all arts professionals to participate in AF programs to better address the
needs of the under-served artist and for the enhancement of the community at-large.
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AF PROGRAMS: LIVE EVENTS
PROGRAM HISTORY
Aside from our 1998 inaugural event at the United Nations, all AF events have been
open to the public. Our programs include legal and business panels, technical panels,
mental and physical fitness panels, music and visual arts showcases, evenings with
special guest speakers, and special events, such as our 9/11 Healing program.
Additional programs include: AF Online featuring AF Updates and artists resources,
AFTV featuring works and interviews with emerging artists and industry professionals,
and AF Health Initiatives offering free eye screenings for underinsured artists. Our new
online magazine and juried competitions seek to provide additional exposure for the
under-served artist on national and international levels.
AF EVENTS: GENERAL INFORMATION
AF's programming is designed to increase the business, legal, and technical savvy of
the emerging artist. Our panels focus on career-influencing topics such as the latest
techniques in marketing, copyright and intellectual property issues, agent dealings,
internet distribution and additional concerns with new technologies. Along with
programs developed to expose artists' work and ideas, AF further expands artists'
opportunities by providing relaxed networking atmospheres necessary to solidify
relationships for business building.
AF EVENTS: AF LEGAL, BUSINESS, AND TECHNICAL PANELS
These AF events are designed to protect and educate the emerging artist. Topics
include copyright and intellectual property issues, agent dealings, the latest techniques
in marketing, internet distribution, and additional concerns with new technologies. All
events are comprised of knowledgeable experts and artists who have undergone the
processes of the topic at hand - all of which enable artists to keep abreast of current
trends and provide direct access to industry professionals for additional counsel.
AF EVENTS: AF NETWORKING SALON & SHOWCASES
AF SALON is an enhanced networking event, offering artists a stress-free way to meet
and mingle with one another - a place for information exchange and referral. Be it
industry activities, updates, collaborations or business connections between artists, you
can find like-minded people at AF Events to vibe with. Along with a great networking
environment, AF also presents guest speakers and showcased performing and visual
art works at our events, providing artists with a chance to express their goals and needs
in a positive, relaxed atmosphere. Stay tuned for opportunities to submit materials.
AF EVENTS: AF HEALTH INITIATIVES
With a focus on all aspects of an artists’ life, The Artists Forum offers a special proactive health initiatives, such as our biannual eye health screenings conducted by the
Kress Vision Program of NYU Downtown Hospital, as well as mental counseling,
conducted at many of our live events. All our providers are licensed to practice in the
State of New York. Check our online listings for select highlights and opportunities.
AF PROGRAMS: LIVE EVENTS
AF EVENTS: KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Many esteemed industry professionals have donated their time to share their insights
and experiences with emerging artists at AF live events, showcases, and panels. The
following is but a short list of those speakers:
Sr. VP of EMI Records and 10x Grammy Award winning music legend ARIF MARDIN
(Norah Jones, Aretha, Chaka, Bette, Barbara, Jewel, Bee Gees, Donny Hathaway),
songwriter, internet pioneer and co-founder of Sire Records RICHARD GOTTERHER
("My Boyfriends Back", "I Want Candy", theorchard.com), entertainment lawyer ALVIN
DEUTCH, CHARLIE FELDMAN (BMI), MARCY DREXLER (ASCAP), MARGARET
SPODDIG (Director of Membership, ASCAP), CHRISTOS P. BADAVAS (V.P. & Sr.
Counsel, The Harry Fox Agency), ADRIENNE FIELDS (Associate Counsel, Artists
Rights Society), DR. BEN GOLDMAN (President, United Visual Arts), ROBERT
KINKEL (Trans-Siberian Orchestra), STEVE SKINNER (Bette Midler, Rent), ERIN
DONNELLY (LMCC), SAMANTHA COX (BMI), GARY ROTH, ESQ. (BMI), NUBIAA
SHABAKA, ESQ. (Proskauer Rose LLP), VLADIMIR FAVILUKIS, ESQ. (VLA), painter
FRANK J. BOROS, MNN video instructor/artist DEVORAH HILL, actor/producer
TIRLOK MALIK, and American Renaissance Theatre Co.'s DICK SABOL.
ARIF MARDIN
DR. BEN GOLDMAN & MARGARET SPODDIG
SAMANTHA COX & CHARLIE FELDMAN
NUBIAA SHABAKA, ESQ., GARY ROTH, ESQ.,
VLADIMIR FAVILUKIS, ESQ.,
FRANK J. BOROS
AF PROGRAMS: ONLINE MAGAZINE
AF ONLINE MAGAZINE: REPORTING ON YOUR ART WORLD
Hot off the virtual presses, AF MAGAZINE covers artistic happenings worldwide written
by the ones that matter most - artists and art enthusiasts! Check back regularly for
insightful features, colorful reviews, community calendars, artistic inspirations, grant
cycles, podcasts, Artists of the Month, AF guest updates, and much more.
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AF PROGRAMS: AFTV
AFTV: GENERAL INFORMATION
AFTV features interviews with emerging artists, arts organizations and entertainment
industry professionals on Manhattan’s AOL/Time Warner Cable. Although currently on
hiatus, you can visit our website for previous guests and topic listings, and receive alerts
on upcoming webisodes from past seasons. Featured guests include New York area
artists of all genres, as well as conscientious industry professionals who share their
insights of the art world and attempt to demystify the business processes within.
AFTV: HIGHLIGHTS
AFTV highlights include interviews with local industry professionals and national
celebrities such as: Actor BLAIR UNDERWOOD, Music Legend ARIF MARDIN
(Norah Jones, Aretha, Chaka, Bette, Barbara, Jewel), Broadway Diva LILLIAS WHITE,
Actor/Author CRAIG CHESTER, Artist/Def Poetry Jam Producer DANNY SIMMONS,
Producer NILE RODGERS (Chic, Madonna, Bowie, the B-52’s), Musician/Songwriter/
Record Label Founder RICHARD GOTTERHER (The Strangeloves, "My Boyfriends
Back", "I Want Candy", Sire Records, The Orchard), and TV’s TIM GUNN (Parsons
School of Design/Bravo TV's Project Runway/Liz Claiborne).
ROBERT DENIRO
COOLER KIDS
TIM GUNN
AF PROGRAMS: JURIED COMPETITIONS
ABOUT OUR COMPETITIONS
AF’s juried competitions are designed to shed much needed light on emerging artists’
work and their viability in the marketplace alongside the big boys of the entertainment
industry. It also seeks to expose the general public to new, innovative material to which
they may not otherwise be privy. Artists worldwide are encouraged to participate by
submitting their best materials for consideration. Visit our site for full competition details.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------OUR FIRST AF COMPETITION: THE AF ELECTRONIC MUSIC COMPETITION
In 2007, AF began its new series of juried competitions for artists. Our first focused on
artists specializing in digitally produced musical works, entitled THE ARTISTS FORUM
ELECTRONIC MUSIC COMPETITION (AF-EMC). Approximately 95 artists submitted
their best works, of which 16 winners were chosen. Music was judged on elements of
melody, composition, creativity, originality, performance, production and lyrics. Our jury
of well known music professionals included: music guru Bill Coleman (Deee-Lite),
recording artist Eric Hilton (Thievery Corporation), and producer Ken Lewis (Kayne
West, David Byrne).
Prizes were donated from our technical sponsors: APPLE, INC., PROPELLERHEAD
SOFTWARE, SAMSON TECHNOLOGIES, and SONICBIDS.COM. Prizes included:
MENTORING SESSION with 6x Grammy Award winning producer Ken Lewis; APPLE
Logic Pro 7.0, Apple iLife; SAMSON C03U USB Condenser Microphone;
PROPELLERHEADS Reason 4.0 Full Suite Package featuring: Reason 4.0 software w/
DVD, Reason Drum Kit 2.0, Recycle 2.1, Reason Strings Refill, t-shirt, 256mb Flash
drive; SONICBIDS 1 Yr. Membership; THE ARTISTS FORUM 1Yr. Membership, profile
on site profile, interview on AFTV and/or AF MAG.
For a complete list of winners, please visit our website.
2007 AF-EMC WINNERS
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------UPCOMING AF COMPETITIONS: MUSIC, PHOTOGRAPHY, AND POETRY
Following the success of our recent music competition, THE ARTISTS FORUM is
gearing up for its new season. We'd like to invite artists of all genres to participate in our
upcoming INTERNATIONAL MUSIC, PHOTOGRAPHY, & POETRY COMPETITIONS.
Please see our list of jurors on the following page and visit our website for full details.
AF COMPETITIONS: JURORS 2010
ABOUT OUR JURORS
AF competition juries consists of knowledgeable, high profile industry professionals who
have volunteered their time to help emerging artists gain recognition for their work.
Entries are judged on elements of composition, creativity, and originality. For full
competition details, see www.theartistsforum.org.
2010 AF INTERNATIONAL MUSIC COMPETITION JURORS
ERIC BEALL
myspace.com/ericbeall
ANDY MARVEL
myspace.com/andymarvelmusic
ALEX MOULTON
alexmoulton.info
2010 AF INTERNATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION JURORS
ADAM BOUSKA
adambouska.com
LOU MANNA
loumanna.com
KARL GIANT
karlgiant.com
JEFFREY GALVEZO SALES
jeffreygalvezosales.com
MICHAEL GRECCO
michaelgrecco.com
MICHAEL ZIDE
michaelzide.com
2010 AF INTERNATIONAL POETRY COMPETITION JURORS
TOM HEALY
tomhealy.us
STEVEN G. FULLWOOD
vepress.com
AF AFFILIATES
INDUSTRY SUPPORT
Over the past 10 years, AF has garnered an impressive reputation for producing quality
programming for the emerging artist. The organization has been cited as a valued
institution by many arts industry personal and corporations, seeking to expand their
presence in the industry or searching for innovative work from up and coming artists.
ENTERTAINMENT PROFESSIONALS
Andy Marvel
Arif Mardin (1932-2006)
Ben Goldman
Bill Coleman
Blair Underwood
Charlie Feldman
Craig Chester
Danny Simmons
Eric Hilton (Thievery Corporation)
Eve Nelson
Isaac Hayes
Jed Root
Karl Giant
Ken Lewis
Lillias White
Michael Grecco
Nile Rodgers
Richard Gotterher
Robert Kinkel (Trans-Siberian Orchestra)
Steve Skinner
Tim Gunn
Whitfield Lovell
NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL CORPORATIONS
Apple, Inc.
Propellerheads
American Cancer Society
Proskauer Rose LLP
American Society of Composers, Authors
PSNBC
& Publishers (ASCAP)
Samson Technologies
Backstage Magazine
SESAC
Bobbi Marcus PR
Sonicbids.com
Broadcast Music Incorporated (BMI)
Steinway Pianos
EMI/Manhattan Records
Time Warner Cable
Harry Fox Agency
Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts
Illustrators Partnership of America
SESAC
The Orchard
United Nations
LOCAL ARTS ORGANIZATIONS
Alliance of NY State Arts Organizations
Apollo Theater Foundation
Artists Rights Society
Film/Video Arts
HERE Arts Center
Kress Vision Program
Lower Manhattan Cultural Council
Manhattan Breast Health Partnership
Manhattan Neighborhood Network Cable
New Festival
TESTIMONIALS: AF MEMBERS
Thanks AF! You are the greatest. Your support REALLY makes a
difference to me, both professionally
and personally.
-Christopher Borg, NY Neo-Futurists
AF is an invaluable
gift to
the artistic community,
providing resources and information
so desperately needed by artists
across all disciplines.
-Devorah Hill, Visual Artists
AF is an incredible advocate of the arts.
With their publications and events, AF is a proven
supporter working hard for individual artists.
-Abiola Abrams, On Air Personality /Consulting Producer BET
Thank you for taking the time to support
the creative community and
uphold the principles of
copyright and private property.
-Illustratorspartnership.org
TESTIMONIALS: ARTIST OF THE YEAR 2008
“I would like to thank
THE ARTISTS FORUM
[and] people who care
about independent
musicians...”
LANES TOPS AF MAG ARTS LIST FOR 2008
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NEW YORK, NY (January 6, 2009) The Artists Forum proudly announces that the
Viewer’s Choice for the 2008 AF MAGAZINE ARTIST OF THE YEAR is LANES!
Lanes will receive a one year membership with The Artists Forum. Additionally, he will
receive one year of free banner ad on www.theartistsforum.org. There will be a
reception for all AF Artists & Arts Orgs of the Month for 2008. Details to be posted later
in the year. Lanes writes:
I would like to thank my precious fans for giving me an honor to be selected as
The Artists Forum Artist of 2008 and for their continuing support of my projects.
I am very lucky to be surrounded by people who appreciate my music and believe
in it as much as I do.
I would like to thank The Artists Forum and Mr. Amos White V, AF President &
Founder, for providing an opportunity for the artists to be recognized by their fan base
and for using all possible means to highlight the event which altogether is another
solid demonstration of how AF is fulfilling it's mission. And of course, I would like to
thank all open-minded people who care about independent musicians and support
independent music without any kind of bias or prejudice. Without them, indies would
not stand a chance.
To read Lanes SEPTEMBER 2008 ARTIST OF THE MONTH Profile, see his pictures,
hear his music, and read his full bio, log on to www.theartistsforum.org.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: LEVELS
PARTNERING WITH AF
AF programs are made possible through generous donations, sponsorships, in-kind
services, and foundation support. This newly formed music competition offers a highprofile environment where individuals and companies can establish a significant
presence within the artistic community and competitive New York market as an active
member of the philanthropic community concerned about the education, motivation and
well being of the under-served artist.
AF has a multitude of opportunities available to get the word out about your products,
and services. We are always willing to work with you to tailor your sponsorship benefits
to best suit your specific needs. As an AF sponsor, recognition of your generosity will
be acknowledged in appropriate publications and marketing materials. As a registered
NY State Charity, your donations to AF are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------AF ASSOCIATE PARTNER
THE ARTISTS FORUM Associate Partners present in-kind product and services for AF
members and competitions in exchange for:
Your company logo and web link on AF Partners Page during partnership year
Your company to host the AF logo and web link on your web site
Opportunity to exchange company web link logo on media outreach activities
Opportunity to step up to Bronze Partner level to receive additional opportunities
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------AF BRONZE PARTNER: $500+
THE ARTISTS FORUM Bronze Partners receive opportunity for product placement at
two events per year:
Brand signage at two AF membership events during your partnership year
Your company logo and web link on AF Partners Page for one year
Your Company to host the AF logo and web link on your web site
Opportunity to provide promotional materials to event attendees
Step up to a Silver Partner level during your partnership year for the opportunity
to receive additional opportunities.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: SILVER
AF SILVER PARTNER: $1,000+
THE ARTISTS FORUM Silver Partners receive opportunity for placement of products
and services at key moments during the year of your partnership:
THE ARTISTS FORUM Annual Gala & Awards Ceremony
Opportunity to donate product/services as part of the AF Silent Auction
Your Company logo on appropriate event promotional materials
Acknowledgment of support during event speaking program
One complimentary ticket to the event
THE ARTISTS FORUM Membership Event Programming
Brand signage at appropriate AF Membership events (minimum of two per year)
Placement of your products/services at AF Events (minimum of two per year)
Opportunity to participate as a juror on an upcoming AF Competition †
Opportunity to participate as a panelist on an upcoming AF Event †
Step up to a Gold Partner level during your partnership year for the opportunity
to receive additional brand positioning opportunities
THE ARTISTS FORUM Online
Your company logo and web link on AF Gala Page featured through event
plus one month after
Your company logo and web link on AF Partners Page for six months
Your company to host the AF logo and web link on your web site
*THE ARTISTS FORUM reserves the right to develop one or more events related to the Annual Gala
& Awards Ceremony, for example an After Party.
† Opportunity as a juror or panelist will be honored for future events and competitions if an appropriate
opportunity is not identified during the year of your partnership.
‡ AF Partners may choose which months of your partnership year to display online banner.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: GOLD
AF GOLD PARTNER: $2,000+
THE ARTISTS FORUM Gold Partners receive premium placement of your company
products and services during the year of your partnership:
Prominent branding position on promotional materials for the event
Opportunity to donate product/services as part of the Artists Forum Silent Auction
Acknowledgment of support during event speaking program
Two complimentary tickets to the event(s)
Brand signage membership and network outreach activities
Acknowledgment of support at AF events
Opportunity for placement of your products/services at appropriate AF events
Opportunity to participate as a juror on an upcoming AF competition †
Opportunity to participate as a panelist on an upcoming AF event †
Step up to a Platinum Partner level during your partnership year for the
opportunity to develop a targeted online campaign for your company at one AF
event
Banner on www.theartistsforum.org linked to your front page for two months ‡
Your company logo and web link in primary position on AF Gala Page in run
up to event and for one month after event
Your company logo and web link in primary position on AF Partners Page for 1yr.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: PLATINUM
AF PLATINUM PARTNER: $3,000+
THE ARTISTS FORUM Platinum Partners are provided primary branding and outreach
opportunities to THE ARTISTS FORUM Membership and industry networks, maximizing
visibility of your company products and services within the full range of arts
communities:
Primary brand position on promotional and presentational materials throughout
event
Opportunity to donate product/service as part of The Artists Forum Silent Auction
Special roles at the Annual Gala & Awards Ceremony
Four complimentary tickets to the event(s)*
Primary position on all membership and network outreach activities, including
online and print communications, event ads and placements, and podium
acknowledgments at appropriate events
Opportunity to play or present one advertisement during one break of an
appropriate AF event during the year of your partnership
Opportunity for primary placement of your products/services at all appropriate
AF events
Opportunity to participate as a juror on an upcoming AF Competition †
Opportunity to participate as a panelist on an upcoming AF Event †
THE ARTISTS FORUM Partnership Exclusive Direct Mail Campaign
One exclusive introduction of your products/services to the AF Membership
and networks
Sign up as a Platinum Partner for two consecutive years for the opportunity to
develop targeted mail and online campaign for your products/services to reach
AF membership and networks
Banner on www.theartistsforum.org linked to your front page for four months ‡
Your company logo and web link in primary position on AF Gala Page in run
up to event and for one month after-event
Your company logo and web link in primary position on AF Partners Page for 1 yr.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: SIGN-UP
AF GALA CELEBRATION SIGN-UP FORM
AF PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM PERIOD
Your AF Partnership Program will run for a period of one year from date of sign-up.
AF PARTNERSHIP CONFIRMATION PROCESS
To secure your commitment to partner with AF and begin to take full advantage of a full
year of activities, please complete the form below, and return it with a non-refundable
deposit of 50% of the total amount to be paid to AF during your partnership year.
AF PARTNERSHIP MATERIALS
You are responsible for providing appropriate artwork to promote your company.
This includes providing the name and telephone or email address of personnel who will
be the point-person for the partnership with AF and who will supply web link services to
enable exchange of company logos with AF and your websites. AF will work with your
company point-person to ensure logos and promotional material/s are received and
utilized as agreed in the partnership agreement.
FINAL PAYMENT FOR ANNUAL PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM
Settlement of all outstanding monies for annual partnership must be made 30 days in
advance of the first event or outreach activity at which your company is promoted by AF.
Should payments not be received as agreed, other companies will be given the
opportunity to support your event or activity with AF.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PLEASE PRINT NAME:
EMAIL:
COMPANY NAME:
PHONE: BILLING ADDRESS:
CITY: WEBSITE:
STATE: ZIP CODE:
NAME OF AF CONTACT AT YOUR COMPANY:
CONTACT’S PHONE:
CONTACTS EMAIL:
I WOULD LIKE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FOLLOWING PARTNERSHIP LEVEL:
Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Associate
I have enclosed a check for $________ as: 50% deposit / 100% payment of my
partnership commitment with AF, made payable to THE ARTISTS FORUM, INC.
Please send form & payment to THE ARTISTS FORUM, INC., Box 1645 NY, NY 10026
CONTACTING AF
SNAIL MAIL:
THE ARTISTS FORUM / AFTV
Morningside Station
PO Box 1645
New York, NY 10026
E-MAIL: info@theartistsforum.org
AF MAG / AF ONLINE: www.theartistsforum.org
CURRENT:
www.current.com/people/AFTV
FACEBOOK:
www.facebook.com/afnyc1
LINKED IN:
www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2069233
MYSPACE:
www.myspace.com/afnyc
TWITTER:
www.twitter.com/afnyc
YOUTUBE:
www.youtube.com/aftvnyc

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