Workshop Policies and Info
Art Guild at Avon
Payments
All payments are due upon registration through our website. We accept credit cards, PayPal, and Checks.
If you are paying by check, we must receive your check within one week of registration. Please mark your check with the workshop name, instructor, and dates. Mail checks to: P.O. Box 9733 • Avon, CO 81620
Maximum and Minimum Attendees
Each workshop is evaluated for the safety and comfort of instructors and attendees. The maximum and minimum attendance is determined by the amount of space each attendee will need and the number of attendees needed to afford instructor fees.
Wait Lists
If the class is full, please register for the waitlist. Due to possible attendee cancellations, being on the waitlist gives you a good chance of getting into your desired class. Please save the dates and be ready for a call, text, or email from our workshop administrator.
Member/Non-Member Pricing
We have done what we can to keep workshops at a reasonable price, while offering discounts to our members. Non-members can become members in advance of registration to receive discounts.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation by Attendee
Refunds for cancellations by attendees within 30 days of the workshop start date are contingent on VVAG finding a replacement from our wait list.
Cancellation by VVAG
If a class does not meet the minimum enrollment, VVAG may cancel it. All attendees will be refunded the full amount of their payment.
Materials List
Materials Lists are at the discretion of each workshop instructor. If you are unable to gather the required materials, please contact our workshop administrator with questions.
Workshop Hours
Workshops start at 9:30 AM and end at 4 PM unless otherwise stated. Late arrivals disrupt fellow artists! Please arrive at least 20 minutes early to set up your workspace. There will be a lunch break as directed by the instructor.
Housing for Workshops
Local accommodations may be available for a discount.
1 bedroom, 1 bath in the heart of Avon: contact: Ruth :970-390-4725
Mention that you are attending a Vail Valley Art Guild workshop for a possible discount depending on the busy season:
· Comfort Inn
· The Westin
· Wydham Hotel
· Christie Lodge
· Spring Hill Suites
· Town Place
Lunch
Please plan on bringing your own lunch, beverages, and snacks.
The closest lunch pick up is Rocky Mountain Taco, located across the street from the front of the Seasons Building.
Directions
Workshops will be held at the Art Guild at Avon (“Avon Gallery”) unless otherwise stated.
The address 137 Benchmark Rd, Avon, CO 81620. We are in The Seasons Building on the first floor, unit C2. Enter the lobby, walk past the fireplace and turn left at the only hallway. We are located on the right.
Google Maps location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/JdaitBvHWefW7T6y5
Parking
You may park for free in any available space at The Seasons by registering your car at the front desk. If parking is not available, the Town of Avon has free spaces for you to explore, including free parking!
The Town of Avon has strict parking rules. Please check their website for all-day free parking and paid parking rules. Failure to register may result in aparking fine.
Safety and Wellness
The safety and health of our attendees and instructors is our most important consideration. Each workshop is reviewed with instructors and the VVAG leadership. Please alert your instructor or our workshop administrator at any time if you have a safety concern.
Here are a few tips you may want to follow to keep yourself safe.
· Wear gloves, masks, and glasses or a face shield
· Wear aprons, clothes, and shoes
· Wear sensible clothes that cover as much of the body as possible
· Don't touch your eyes or mouth with your hands or gloves
· Wash your hands and keep your workspace tidy
Community Guidelines
All Workshop participants shall abide by these guidelines. Failure to do so may result in your dismissal from the event.
1. Be kind and courteous
2. Treat everyone with respect
3. Conduct healthy debates with kindness
4. Never engage in hate speech or bullying
5. Never make degrading comments about things like race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, gender or identity
6. Do not share spam
7. Respect everyone's privacy and dignity
8. Do not share content and photos that violate someone else’s intellectual property rights, including copyright and trademark
9. Share only photos and videos they've taken or have the right to share
10. Post photos and videos that are appropriate for a diverse audience
11. Follow the law
Contact Us
Questions should be directed to our workshop administrator during daytime hours via telephone or text at 970-471-0853