Aging Art Fairs

Let's talk about what we are all doing to get younger artists involved in the artfairs. Also younger attendees.

My Funky Ferndale Art Fair was designed specifically to bring in a somewhat younger demographic than the typical art show.  While it is working to bring in a young audience with money to spend, the average artists age appears to be similar to other events I run.  Across the street another promoter has a DIY Show.  This one brings in the younger artists, but the average reported spending is much lower.

So, the challenge- bringing in young artists, without alienating the established ones.  Bringing in a young audience, again without alienating the existing audience, and, encouraging the younger ones to spend. 

Wht's working for you?