New Photographer - how many prints do I need?

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Permalink Reply by Larry Berman on February 11, 2012 at 10:49am

Better asked on my photography forum:
http://artshowforums.com

But to answer your question, not too much so you don't end up making a profit. When you say first juried show, have you done any shows before and do you know if you have any images that are proven sellers? If not, not more than two backups for each images that you hang on the walls.

I recommend eliminating the middle size, hanging the larger size uniformly on your display and put the smaller size in a browse bin to sell matted unframed.

Paradise City is potentially a good show, one of the best retail shows in New England. If you have the right images you could do very well.

Larry Berman
http://BermanGraphics.com
412-401-8100

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Permalink Reply by Deborah Bohren on February 11, 2012 at 11:16am

Thx Larry! Very helpful advice and this show will definitely be a learning experience for me!

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Permalink Reply by Geoff Coe on February 11, 2012 at 6:43pm

I agree with all Larry has said above.  In addition, I'd suggest referring to the mat size, not the image size, when you communicate with customers.  Why?  Because that's the size that drives what frame size they need to buy.   And good luck!!

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Permalink Reply by Deborah Bohren on February 12, 2012 at 8:49am

OK - I am realizing I have so much to learn about the "business" of crafts fairs!  Am feverishly printing and matting away!  Thanks!

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