FAQ
Membership
How do I become a member of IDAL?
You have four options.
- Register online.
- Download and send in or fax in your registration form. Download the form.
- Contact your local IDAL chapter, they will help you through the process. Find A Chapter.
- Contact the IDAL office to receive a membership form by call 740-452-4541.
I applied for membership but don't have my IDAL number yet. When will I receive it?
It usually takes about 2-3 working days for processing (it may take a bit longer right before convention). If you need you number right away, it can be e-mailed to you once your application has been processed.
New member packets with the welcoming letter and membership card are sent out about every two weeks.
I lost my IDAL membership ID number. How do I find out what it is?
You can use this online form to have your ID number e-mailed to you, or you can email the IDAL office for your membership number.
How do I know when to renew my membership?
We will notify you by e-mail (if available) and/or mail when your membership is about to expire.
Insurance
I would like to purchase the insurance you offer members. What level of membership do I need and how do I get the insurance?
The IDAL liability insurance program is available to members at the Home-Based, Professional or Business Partner levels. A brief description of the program and details can be obtained from the IDAL website. Just go to the Liability Insurance page. We also have health and business insurance options available at the Professional and Business Partner levels.
I applied for the insurance but haven't received my certificate. How do I get a copy of this?
Contact Citadel - E-mail: IDALinsurance@thememberbenefitgroup.com · Phone: 866-916-9420 · Fax: 801-610-2701
Chapters
How do I join a chapter?
Go to IDAL Chapters and find the chapter closest to you. You can contact a chapter's president directly through the website. There are also two online chapters.
Remember, you must belong to IDAL to Join a chapter. Some chapters have a visitors policy so check with yours.
I want to start a new chapter. What is the process?
First, congratulations. We are excited to hear it. Read our Guide to Starting and Running an IDAL Chapter. Contact the Chapter Liaison to introduce yourself and ask questions. chapters@decorativeartisans.org
What is the deadline for my chapter's year end report?
February 28th
What forms do I need for my chapter's year end report and who do I send them to?
The basic annual form is available here: http://www.decorativeartisans.org/documents/IDAL_ChapterAnnualReportForm.pdf.
This completed form, together with a spreadsheet of your members and their IDAL membership numbers, a copy of the year-end bank statement, and any changes to your chapter bylaws are to be sent to the Chapter Liaison by February 28th.
Contact Information
How do I change my email address for the newsletter?
There are two ways to do this.
- Click the "Update Profile/Email Address" at the very bottom of the newsletter.
- Put your old address into the newsletter signup on the homepage. You must do this yourself; we do not do it manually.
You should also update your contact information with the IDAL office (see below).
I have moved, how do I update my mailing address, and phone number and email?
If you have moved or your e-mail address has changed, you must notify the IDAL office. Failing to do so will result in missed mailings. The change of address cards from the Post Office do not give us all the information we need. The four ways you can currently notify the office are:
- Use this online form to update your information:
https://www.e-offinger.net/salidata/ScriptContent/IndexProfile.cfm
- Send a letter to the IDAL office Mailing Address
IDAL
1100-H Brandywine Blvd
Zanesville OH
USA 43701-7303
- Send an e-mail to office@decorativeartisans.org
- Fax the change to 740-452-2552
Convention
Where and when is the next convention?
26th Annual Convention
July 20 – July 24, 2011
Hampton, Virginia
How do I register for convention?
You now have three choices for convention registration.
- Online registration will be available online this year. Click here for details.
- A printable registration form is also available online. You may send in your registration form with your payment to the IDAL office or you may fax your registration form in with credit card information.
- On-site registration starts on the first day of Convention. Of course, you run the risk of missing out on sold-out classes.
Membership in IDAL is a prerequisite to convention registration.
Where do I get a Convention brochure?
We no long print a Convention brochure. The brochure is available to download for FREE.
I want to apply to teach at convention, what do I need to do?
The teaching application submission deadline is October of the year before convention.
I want to volunteer at convention, who do I contact?
Please contact the Volunteer Coordinator and let them know you would like to volunteer at the convention.
If there is something you would specifically like to do, please let the Volunteer Coordinator know this and they can pass on your information to the correct people.
Contact volunteers@decorativeartisans.org
Magazine/Newsletter
I want to put an ad in the magazine or newsletter. What do I do?
Contact:
Patrick Ganino
Phone: 860-334-5504
E-mail: pat@decorativeartisans.org
I want to send in a story to the Artisphere Online. What is the process and deadlines?
The full Submission Guidelines appear in every issue. They may also be downloaded from the website.
- Don't worry about deadlines, send your submission at any time!! It is very easy to submit, just send your article, typed-750 words or less, via e-mail or e-mail attachment to artisphere@decorativeartisans.org.
- Email your photographs, or high-resolution (300DPI or higher) digital images. All photographs are color corrected and optimized for 4-color printing.
- For digital images send the raw image – do not open a re-save JPEGs as it causes quality and color loss each time you open and save.
Resources/Products
I am trying to find information on a product or school. Where can I find that?
Check out our Resources Page on the IDAL website. |