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Call for Artists, Making Money at Juried Art Fairs, Craft Shows and Festivals

Art fair network for artists exhibiting at juried fine art fairs and art festivals. Info on best craft shows, call for artists nationwide.

PODCAST: Artists, Art Fairs & ZAPP

How has ZAPP and the other upload systems affected the art fair business?

Painter Kathleen Eaton gives a 30 year perspective; photo-
grapher Larry Oliverson helped bring it to the business; Leah Charney, ZAPP manager, shares the insider secrets. 

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Forum

Are better craft shows fizzling out?

Started by Mary G. Holland (MaryGwyneth) in Crafts and Craft Fairs. Last reply by Mary G. Holland (MaryGwyneth) 3 hours ago. 53 Replies

LOOKING TO ADD WALLS TO FLOURISH PANELS

Started by Janet Obendorfer in Classifieds 6 hours ago. 0 Replies

DISPLAY PANELS For Sale- $40 each

Started by tami wolfgram in Classifieds. Last reply by Lacey Wallace 17 hours ago. 12 Replies

FOR SALE PRO PANELS 10 x 10 Oatmeal

Started by Marilyn Robertson in Classifieds. Last reply by Lacey Wallace 18 hours ago. 11 Replies

Have you ever cancelled a show due to weather?

Started by Donna Jo Wallace in Art Fair Discussions. Last reply by Jenny Nunnelee 19 hours ago. 17 Replies

ProPanels for sale

Started by jane johnson in Classifieds. Last reply by maureen culhane 20 hours ago. 9 Replies

Top 10 Craft shows

Started by deb upright in Crafts and Craft Fairs. Last reply by Linnea Lahlum 23 hours ago. 15 Replies

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Top 10 Reviewers on ArtShowReviews.com for April

1.  Jackie Zajac

2.  Cappi Phillips

3.  Virginia Dauth

4.  Candiss Cole

5.  Srey Tiep

6.  Steve Appel

7.  Mary Johnston

8.  Judith Daley

9.  Kari Erickson

10. Kathy Bell

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Blog Posts

May 18-20 - "I don't have anything to sell, everything is just soaking wet"

Posted by Connie Mettler on May 21, 2013 at 4:15pm 0 Comments

For most it was a weekend for a decent paycheck with no scary things going on -- whoops, I forgot to mention this report in from my friend fiber artist, Sandy Moran who was at the Tulsa Mayfest:

Most of the stock was salvageable, though the tent was twisted…
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Call for Artists: CenterFest Arts Festival

Posted by Connie Mettler on May 20, 2013 at 7:00am 0 Comments

September 21 & 22  CenterFestLogo

Durham, North Carolina

Downtown Durham

Presented by the Durham Arts Council

Sat. 10am-6pm; Sun. 11am-5pm

135 visual artist exhibitors

Deadline: May 31



CenterFest is a competitive, juried festival attracting high-quality fine art and fine crafts.  In it's 39th year, CenterFest is the longest running outdoor juried arts festival in North Carolina.  Located in Durham's lively downtown…

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Call for Artists: A Lake Michigan Weekend Art Market

Posted by Connie Mettler on May 19, 2013 at 11:00am 9 Comments

Saturdays and Sundays May 25 thru Sept 2 2013
(Memorial Day weekend thru Labor Day)…
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More Prizes!! What Could They Be? These just in ...

Posted by Connie Mettler on May 17, 2013 at 2:00pm 5 Comments

Ever hear of "free"? Yes, Virginia, a whole bunch of art fairs would love to see you at one of their art fairs and are offering free booth spaces at art fairs from Massachsetts to Florida to Kentucky to Wisconsin, Chicago, Colorado ... 

If you want to test the waters in Atlanta, look at this:…

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Latest Activity

Melanie Rolfes replied to johnnie dobson's discussion cargo art show van wishing to become an art van that does shows
"Love the idea. I let my teen kids paint my car for prom. they didn't use the paint I got them that would wash off, they got into my real paints because they liked the colors better. AGH, so my mini van looks crazy, with some of the paint still…"
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Chris Pawlik replied to Gina Boyle's discussion Tent Walls Too Tight....CANNOT get them zipped, ever!
"The first thing I would do, contact the manufacture and see if they can help you.  Doesn't hurt to ask...you never know they may have a fix for you.  Before you go spending any more money!"
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Jack Dempsey replied to diviner's discussion Flourish Canopy + 8ft extension + mesh kit Chicago Area
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Gina Boyle replied to Gina Boyle's discussion Tent Walls Too Tight....CANNOT get them zipped, ever!
"Thanks for the helpful info!"
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Connie Mettler posted a blog post

May 18-20 - "I don't have anything to sell, everything is just soaking wet"

For most it was a weekend for a decent paycheck with no scary things going on -- whoops, I forgot to mention this report in from my friend fiber artist, Sandy Moran who was at the Tulsa Mayfest:Most of the stock was salvageable, though the tent was twisted and upside down across the street, pretty much destroyed on its maiden…See More
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diviner replied to diviner's discussion Flourish Canopy + 8ft extension + mesh kit Chicago Area
"$650"
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lori kay's blog post was featured

St. James hotel special rate

For all those participating in the St. James art festival I've arranged a discounted hotal rate of $59 ($30 off normal rate) at the Sleep Inn on Preston Hwy. The hotel has recently been renovated all rooms have fridge& micro, breakfast, free parking, it's safe, clean and only 3 miles from show site. If interested call the hotel directly at 1-502-368-9597 and ask for the artist rate. Last year the hotel sold out very quickly so if you're interested make you reservations now.See More
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