Early Bird Registration

If registering for the conference as a member, you must be an Advocate or above Member level to purchase tickets. Need to update or renew your membership level? Visit this link to upgrade or renew, then come back and sign up.

CONFERENCE VENUE(S)
Many conference programs will be held at the conference Hotel, the Hilton Caribe, conveniently located on the water and close to Old San Juan. Other programs will be held at La Liga de Arte, Escuela de Artes Plásticas y Diseño (EAPD), Universidad de Puerto Rico Recinto, Río Piedras (UPRRP)

ACCOMMODATIONS & ACCESSIBILITY
The Caribe Hilton and most of the associated conference venues meet ADA requirements, and we are committed to assisting attendees with special needs. Accommodation requests should be noted in registration, and if you have accessibility questions or would like to speak to us directly, please email DEIA@sgcinternational.org 

LODGING
You are responsible for booking and paying for your lodging. Discounted lodging blocks have been reserved at the Hilton Caribe, and you can reserve your room here.  All rooms and rates are subject to availability.

MENTORING SESSIONS
Mentoring Sessions are one-on-one and are available for individuals at all stages of their careers – whether you are an undergraduate student thinking about an MFA, a graduate student seeking career advice, an independent artist looking to start a press, or someone in a tenure-track position looking for advice about navigating academia. Mentors are SGCI members who are experienced professionals and want to serve our membership and foster interest in our field.

Sessions will be held on Saturday, April 5, 9am -11:45am at the Hilton Caribe. 
Session 1: 9:00-9:30am
Session 2: 9:45-10:15am
Session 3: 10:30-11:00am
Session 4 : 11:15-11:45am

Participation in the conference mentorship program is free, sign up in registration. Find more details here.

MEMBER PRINT EXCHANGE
The Member Print Exchange is an exchange whereby members create an edition that is turned in during the first half of the conference, and receive an exchange portfolio of 12 ‘surprise’ prints at the end of the conference to take home! In between, the prints will be on display at the Member Print Exchange Exhibition. There is no restriction as to the number of participants in this exchange. Sign up during online registration!

Participation in the Member Print Exchange is $25, sign up in registration. Find more details here

OPEN PORTFOLIOS
Sign up for one of the ever-popular open portfolio sessions in your registration. These sessions provide a fantastic opportunity to showcase and sell your work while networking for job prospects, residencies, and educational opportunities. Don’t miss out!

Sessions will be held on Thursday, April 3, 12:45-5:30 at the Hilton Caribe. 
Session 1: 12:45 pm – 1:45 pm 
Session 2: 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Session 3: 3:15 pm – 4:15 pm
Session 4: 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Participation in a session of Open Portfolios is $25 for Professionals and $20 for Students, sign up in registration

AWARDS PARTY
The last night of the conference will be the ever-popular awards party, and we are happy to let you know that this year it will be FREE with conference registration! Join us for awards presentations, local food, and performances! 

The awards party is free for conference attendees; sign up in registration. 

ART, PRODUCT & EXPERIENCE AUCTION
Once again, we’re excited to host a silent auction which will be located at the Hilton Caribe. While the auction features physical artworks, all bidding will occur online. We warmly invite you to consider donating a piece of art, a product, or a unique experience to support this event. Your contributions will make a meaningful impact!

Let us know you’d like to donate something in the registration form.

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• you are not logged in to the system
• you do not have a current membership and need to renew
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CANCELLATION FEE
In the event that you need to cancel your registration, we will issue a refund for your registration fee, deducting a $75 processing charge

Conference programs such as the Panels, INKubators, some Exhibitions, Open Portfolio Sessions, the VPP and Artisan Fair, the Mentor/Mentee program, and more will be held at the conference Hotel, the Hilton Caribe. With all these exciting programs happening right at your doorstep, you’ll save time and energy by staying at the conference hotel. Simply come downstairs to immerse yourself in what the conference has to offer. 

Perched on a stunning peninsula in San Juan, Puerto Rico, the Caribe Hilton is a tropical oasis set amidst 17 acres of lush landscaping. This idyllic resort serves as the perfect gateway to the vibrant charm of Old San Juan and is conveniently located near the picturesque Paseo Puerta de Tierra, an enchanting oceanside promenade.

Guests will appreciate the many perks, including proximity to the SJU airport, just 7 miles away, and complimentary WiFi throughout the resort. Unwind on the secluded beach or in the serene hammock garden, and dive into the three-tier oceanfront pool complex, featuring two jacuzzis and a delightful kids’ fountain pool.

The hotel offers many casual meeting spaces, perfect for networking or intimate gatherings. Adventure awaits with on-site water sports, including scuba diving and snorkeling, along with a tranquil bird sanctuary and lush tropical gardens to explore. Rooms showcase breathtaking panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, Condado Lagoon, or vibrant gardens

Discounted lodging blocks have been reserved at the Hilton Caribe, and you can reserve your room here.  All rooms and rates are subject to availability and registration closes March 2, 2025.