Dealers & Artists
Dealer & Artist registration does not include the registration to the convention. You must pre-register separately, and familiarize yourself with the vendor rules and tax information below.
North Carolina Sales Tax
The NC sales tax for the location of the FTO convention this year is 7%. All dealers are required to register with the state to receive a Tax ID number and then report your collection of sales tax at the end of the convention. They accept payment via debit/credit card or bank draft.
All of this can be done on-line via the state websites.
Here's a resource for more detailed tax information to help navigate doing business in North Carolina.
Vendor Rules
- Tables must be kept as they are in the room. Please do not move them.
- All your merchandise must be contained on your table. Please do not encroach on another's space/table. If you do, you will be asked to move your items back onto your table.
- Do not hang things on the walls. If you cause damage to hotel property, you will be held liable.
- Currently, we do not allow the sale of smoking paraphernalia or adult items that are intended for sexual use. No other adult-themed items are allowed except for flat art/prints.
- All adult art must be kept in a binder/folder clearly marked for 18+. Genitalia and female nipples should be covered with post-notes to prevent minors from accidentally seeing adult art. You are responsible for preventing minors from viewing adult art. They will be wearing a badge that is clearly marked. No NSFW Feral art work.
- Annoying/loud displays will not be tolerated. Flashing lights are not allowed on displays. Do not burn incense in the room.
- No smoking or vaping inside the hotel or Dealer's Room.
- All shelving units used to display goods on tables must be safe and stable. They will be inspected by Staff to ensure the safety of our guests.
- No weapons (sharp swords and knives) may be sold in the dealer's room. Exceptions may be made on a case by case basis for costume props and will need to be cleared through convention staff first.
- Dealers are not allowed to sell food, drinks, or candy. This is a hotel policy.
- All dealers are required to report sales tax according to NC tax laws. This will be the responsibility of each dealer.
Dealer's Den
From stickers to shirts to buttons to bows, the dealer's den is always a hot spring of incredible works of art. Be a part of the vibrant market and set up your own shop to showcase your wares. We're always excited to see what we'll find, and its certainly one of the things attendees look forward to.