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Registration for the PPFA 2014 Convention will open soon at the WCAF site --so here are a few FAQs to get you in the Vegas mood!
Q: What is the PPFA 2014 Annual Convention?
A: The biggest and best event of the PPFA year!
Education and events offered by the Professional Picture Framers Association (PPFA) are independent of – but concurrent with – the WCAF Expo/The National Conference, Jan. 19-22, 2014.
PPFA 2014 and the WCAF Expo/National Conference are both at the Paris Hotel & Casino, and Bally's, in Las Vegas.
Q: Who are your PPFA speakers?
A: William Adair, Kirstie Bennett, Ellen Collins, Jared Davis, Meg Peters Glasgow, David Lantrip, Rob Markoff, Joyce Michels, Jim Miller, Chris Paschke, Hugh Phibbs, and Linda Pujo.
Q: What framing topics are on tap?
A: Glass enclosures for 3-D framing; hinging light and heavy items; evaluating materials; mat design ideas for CMCs; designing with decorative papers; framing oversized art; high tech framing of canvas & textile art; framing pennants, patches, medals -- and more.
Q: I’m a Master Certified Picture Framer: Do you offer MCPF Continuing Education?
A: Eight sessions meet the requirements for MCPF Continuing Education credit – but any framer is welcome and will enjoy these advanced sessions.
Q: What about business and marketing sessions?
A: E-newsletters made easy; strategies for attracting customers; how to hire and train sales/design staff; and how to grow business by teaching to local art/photography groups.
Q: What is the PPFA International Framing Competition?
A: The finals of yearlong PPFA Chapter competitions will be judged at PPFA 2014 and entries will be displayed on the WCAF Expo floor. Attendees may vote for Popular Choice by 6 p.m. Tuesday. Competition winners will be announced at the PPFA Sunday luncheon (and Popular Choice at the PPFA Framers Corner forum on Wednesday)
Q: I hear Competition winners will be announced at the Sunday Luncheon/Meeting?
A: We’ll hold a “Competition Celebration” during the PPFA Annual Meeting/Luncheon on Sunday, winners will be announced and honored with ribbons and cash prizes!
We’ll also present the Annual PPFA Service Awards; announce the CPF and MCPF Scholarship winners; honor PPFA committee volunteers; thank our many supplier supporters; and enjoy networking and camaraderie over lunch.
Q: What is the Welcome Reception & Vendor Showcase?
A: This event – a huge success at PPFA 2012 and PPFA 2013! – will take place 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, January 19 at the Paris Hotel.
Enjoy pre-show one-on-one time with PPFA suppliers and vendors before the opening of the WCAF Expo floor. Preview tabletop displays, renew acquaintances, and forge new connections with vendors. This meet-and-greet also features a light hors d'oeuvre reception. This event is included in the PPFA Convention Pass. Individual pricing is also available.
Q: Who is Sunday's PPFA Keynote speaker?
A: Join former Smithsonian frame conservator, Rome Prize Winner, and master gilder William Adair in a celebration of the re-publication of his groundbreaking book “The Frame In America.” Owner of Gold Leaf Studios and founding director for the International Institute for Frame Study, Bill also writes and lectures on frame history and conservation and has curated numerous frame exhibitions, beginning with the 1983 exhibition, “The Frame in America, 1700–1900,” which traveled to 17 museums around the country.
The event includes a book signing, and question and answer session. Books will be available to purchase.
Q: How do I register for PPFA 2014?
A: PPFA 2014 is a separate convention concurrent with the WCAF Expo/The National Conference, and registration for both is handled by WCAF/PFM. Registration opens soon at www.wcafshow.com.
Q: Any special deals?
A: Special for PPFA Members – Buy a 2014 PPFA Convention Pass for $299 (Early Bird) and get all PPFA education and events for one set price. Savemore than $200!
Q: What does a PPFA 2014 Convention Pass include?
A: PPFA classes*
Competition Celebration/Luncheon/Annual Meeting, 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., Sunday, January 19.
Keynote speaker Bill Adair, 1:30-3:00 Sunday, January 19.
Welcome Reception and Vendor Showcase – 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, January 19.
PPFA Framers Corner “Ask the Expert” forum, Noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 22: includes announcement of 2 Popular Choice winners of the PPFA International Framing Competition.
*PPFA Certification courses and exams not included. All PFM National Conference classes are excluded.
You MUST register for all classes and events so tickets and schedules can be issued. (no entry to class sessions or events without tickets).
Q: What if I wait to register?
A: Then you’ll miss out on the best discounts and deals – and you may find the classes you want are full. Early Birds get the best deals, and ensure a place in classes.
Q: Can I pay for sessions a la carte?
A: Absolutely – perhaps you can only stay for a day or two, in which case individual class prices may work best.
Q: Does PPFA have supplier/vendor sponsors?
A: Larson Juhl is sponsoring PPFA Keynote speaker Bill Adair.
Tru Vue is sponsoring the PPFA “Competition Celebration” during the PPFA Luncheon/Meeting; and Jim Miller’s “Glass Enclosures for 3-D Framing.”
Encore Products, FedEx, Meadowbrook Insurance Group and WCAF are sponsoring the PPFA Luncheon Meeting.
Frank’s Fabrics, Vermont Hardwoods, Larson Juhl are sponsoring Judges Awards in the PPFA International Framing Competition and Picture Framing Magazine is sponsoring 2 Popular Choice awards
Several vendors are taking part in Sunday’s PPFA Welcome Reception & Vendor Showcase, including Encore Products, Kool Tack, Larson Juhl, FedEx, Max Moulding, Meadowbrook Insurance, Picture Framing Magazine, and Tru Vue – with more to come!
Q: What if I want to take the CPF Exam – or advance to MCPF – or need to Recertify?
A: PPFA will offer a full slate of Certification courses and exams, as well as two free courses, Introduction to the CPF Exam, and Introduction to the MCPF exam.
Q: I’m a PPFA Competition Judge – or I’d like to become one. What Judging Classes do you offer?
A. PPFA will hold the “Understanding Competition Judging” class for would-be judges; as well as a “Judges Update” class for approved or accredited PPFA judges. There will also be the annual PPFA Judges meeting.
Q: I plan to attend the PPFA Chapter Leaders Conference on January 20 - what do I need to know?
A. Our Chapter Leaders get regular e-mailed information from us – if you have not received information, contact PPFA at 800-762-9287 or email ppfa@ppfa.com.
Check out PPFA 2014 events and activities at www.ppfa.com – then click through to registration at www.wcafshow.com.
See you in Vegas!
Q: What is the PPFA 2014 Annual Convention?
A: The biggest and best event of the PPFA year!
Education and events offered by the Professional Picture Framers Association (PPFA) are independent of – but concurrent with – the WCAF Expo/The National Conference, Jan. 19-22, 2014.
PPFA 2014 and the WCAF Expo/National Conference are both at the Paris Hotel & Casino, and Bally's, in Las Vegas.
Q: Who are your PPFA speakers?
A: William Adair, Kirstie Bennett, Ellen Collins, Jared Davis, Meg Peters Glasgow, David Lantrip, Rob Markoff, Joyce Michels, Jim Miller, Chris Paschke, Hugh Phibbs, and Linda Pujo.
Q: What framing topics are on tap?
A: Glass enclosures for 3-D framing; hinging light and heavy items; evaluating materials; mat design ideas for CMCs; designing with decorative papers; framing oversized art; high tech framing of canvas & textile art; framing pennants, patches, medals -- and more.
Q: I’m a Master Certified Picture Framer: Do you offer MCPF Continuing Education?
A: Eight sessions meet the requirements for MCPF Continuing Education credit – but any framer is welcome and will enjoy these advanced sessions.
Q: What about business and marketing sessions?
A: E-newsletters made easy; strategies for attracting customers; how to hire and train sales/design staff; and how to grow business by teaching to local art/photography groups.
Q: What is the PPFA International Framing Competition?
A: The finals of yearlong PPFA Chapter competitions will be judged at PPFA 2014 and entries will be displayed on the WCAF Expo floor. Attendees may vote for Popular Choice by 6 p.m. Tuesday. Competition winners will be announced at the PPFA Sunday luncheon (and Popular Choice at the PPFA Framers Corner forum on Wednesday)
Q: I hear Competition winners will be announced at the Sunday Luncheon/Meeting?
A: We’ll hold a “Competition Celebration” during the PPFA Annual Meeting/Luncheon on Sunday, winners will be announced and honored with ribbons and cash prizes!
We’ll also present the Annual PPFA Service Awards; announce the CPF and MCPF Scholarship winners; honor PPFA committee volunteers; thank our many supplier supporters; and enjoy networking and camaraderie over lunch.
Q: What is the Welcome Reception & Vendor Showcase?
A: This event – a huge success at PPFA 2012 and PPFA 2013! – will take place 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, January 19 at the Paris Hotel.
Enjoy pre-show one-on-one time with PPFA suppliers and vendors before the opening of the WCAF Expo floor. Preview tabletop displays, renew acquaintances, and forge new connections with vendors. This meet-and-greet also features a light hors d'oeuvre reception. This event is included in the PPFA Convention Pass. Individual pricing is also available.
Q: Who is Sunday's PPFA Keynote speaker?
A: Join former Smithsonian frame conservator, Rome Prize Winner, and master gilder William Adair in a celebration of the re-publication of his groundbreaking book “The Frame In America.” Owner of Gold Leaf Studios and founding director for the International Institute for Frame Study, Bill also writes and lectures on frame history and conservation and has curated numerous frame exhibitions, beginning with the 1983 exhibition, “The Frame in America, 1700–1900,” which traveled to 17 museums around the country.
The event includes a book signing, and question and answer session. Books will be available to purchase.
Q: How do I register for PPFA 2014?
A: PPFA 2014 is a separate convention concurrent with the WCAF Expo/The National Conference, and registration for both is handled by WCAF/PFM. Registration opens soon at www.wcafshow.com.
Q: Any special deals?
A: Special for PPFA Members – Buy a 2014 PPFA Convention Pass for $299 (Early Bird) and get all PPFA education and events for one set price. Savemore than $200!
Q: What does a PPFA 2014 Convention Pass include?
A: PPFA classes*
Competition Celebration/Luncheon/Annual Meeting, 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., Sunday, January 19.
Keynote speaker Bill Adair, 1:30-3:00 Sunday, January 19.
Welcome Reception and Vendor Showcase – 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, January 19.
PPFA Framers Corner “Ask the Expert” forum, Noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 22: includes announcement of 2 Popular Choice winners of the PPFA International Framing Competition.
*PPFA Certification courses and exams not included. All PFM National Conference classes are excluded.
You MUST register for all classes and events so tickets and schedules can be issued. (no entry to class sessions or events without tickets).
Q: What if I wait to register?
A: Then you’ll miss out on the best discounts and deals – and you may find the classes you want are full. Early Birds get the best deals, and ensure a place in classes.
Q: Can I pay for sessions a la carte?
A: Absolutely – perhaps you can only stay for a day or two, in which case individual class prices may work best.
Q: Does PPFA have supplier/vendor sponsors?
A: Larson Juhl is sponsoring PPFA Keynote speaker Bill Adair.
Tru Vue is sponsoring the PPFA “Competition Celebration” during the PPFA Luncheon/Meeting; and Jim Miller’s “Glass Enclosures for 3-D Framing.”
Encore Products, FedEx, Meadowbrook Insurance Group and WCAF are sponsoring the PPFA Luncheon Meeting.
Frank’s Fabrics, Vermont Hardwoods, Larson Juhl are sponsoring Judges Awards in the PPFA International Framing Competition and Picture Framing Magazine is sponsoring 2 Popular Choice awards
Several vendors are taking part in Sunday’s PPFA Welcome Reception & Vendor Showcase, including Encore Products, Kool Tack, Larson Juhl, FedEx, Max Moulding, Meadowbrook Insurance, Picture Framing Magazine, and Tru Vue – with more to come!
Q: What if I want to take the CPF Exam – or advance to MCPF – or need to Recertify?
A: PPFA will offer a full slate of Certification courses and exams, as well as two free courses, Introduction to the CPF Exam, and Introduction to the MCPF exam.
Q: I’m a PPFA Competition Judge – or I’d like to become one. What Judging Classes do you offer?
A. PPFA will hold the “Understanding Competition Judging” class for would-be judges; as well as a “Judges Update” class for approved or accredited PPFA judges. There will also be the annual PPFA Judges meeting.
Q: I plan to attend the PPFA Chapter Leaders Conference on January 20 - what do I need to know?
A. Our Chapter Leaders get regular e-mailed information from us – if you have not received information, contact PPFA at 800-762-9287 or email ppfa@ppfa.com.
Check out PPFA 2014 events and activities at www.ppfa.com – then click through to registration at www.wcafshow.com.
See you in Vegas!
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