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Ann Reif
  • Lake Ozark, MO
  • United States
  • jeweler
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Midwest Salute to the Arts

Started this discussion. Last reply by phillip hall Aug 8, 2011. 3 Replies

Does anybody know if they allow Rv Parking at this show? Continue

Paseo?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Ann Reif Apr 27, 2011. 4 Replies

Does anyone know anything about the Paseo Art Festival  in Oklahoma City?  It is over Memorial Day weekend.Continue

Catagory help?

Started this discussion. Last reply by CM Fox Oct 21, 2010. 1 Reply

What category, Painting or Mixed media, would paintings done on hardboard, textured using various processes and done with oil pastel and oil bar/paint stick?  No brushes involved.  I think pastels…Continue

Nurit 8000?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Karole Bowlds Jul 21, 2010. 5 Replies

The backlight for the screen on our Nurit 8000 quit working.  Everything else seems ok.  I can't find anywhere in the manual that talks about a setting for it.  Has anyone else had this problem?  Is…Continue

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Ann Reif replied to Ann Reif's discussion Midwest Salute to the Arts
"Yes, I'll try to do that.  It's always nice to hear from an experienced RVer about parking. "
Aug 8, 2011
Jacki Bilsborrow replied to Ann Reif's discussion Midwest Salute to the Arts
"Is there a phone number artists can call to ask questions about the show? There should be one in your artist's packet or on their website?   Jacki B"
Aug 8, 2011
Ann Reif posted a discussion

Midwest Salute to the Arts

Does anybody know if they allow Rv Parking at this show? See More
Aug 8, 2011
Ann Reif replied to lisa m. hermesmeyer's discussion Bounced checks
"We took a large check in Florida that bounced big time.   Fortunately D had taken down her drivers license and her Florida address.   In most states you must have a Drivers license to prosecute.  The check was written on a…"
Jun 2, 2011
Ann Reif replied to Michelle Wermuth's discussion AFB Woodland waitlist
"Michelle,  in last year wait listed this year.  For us it is that kind of show.  In one year out the next.  Go figure.  It is a lovely park setting and sales are usualy okay for us."
May 12, 2011
Ann Reif replied to Ann Reif's discussion Paseo?
"Thanks,  Good luck at your show!!"
Apr 27, 2011
Morian Whaley replied to Ann Reif's discussion Paseo?
"I would, but I will be going to an different art festival that weekend (my first--I didn't get in to Paseo) I hate that I will miss it, I love going every year. The whole Paseo area has a nice artsy vibe going. Best of luck to your husband!"
Apr 27, 2011
Ann Reif replied to Ann Reif's discussion Paseo?
"Thanks for the imput Morian,  My husband got in the Paseo with his paintings.  I heard there was another show as well.  His paintings are kind of edgy and generally appeal to a younger crowd so that could be good if they have some…"
Apr 26, 2011
Morian Whaley replied to Ann Reif's discussion Paseo?
"There is a a "piggy back" ride (the person that told me about it's wording) show going on right beside it this year. The person that told me didn't get in, so he's going to be doing that show instead. I don't really…"
Apr 26, 2011
Ann Reif replied to Daniel V. Calleri's discussion Tall Directors chairs
"We bought Telescope directors chairs probably 10yrs ago.  We are still using them!   They aren't cheap but they are tough.  Ours have taken a beating over the years.  (Had pier 1 chairs that fell apart with us in…"
Apr 20, 2011
Ann Reif and Vic Mastis are now friends
Mar 17, 2011
Ann Reif posted a discussion

Paseo?

Does anyone know anything about the Paseo Art Festival  in Oklahoma City?  It is over Memorial Day weekend.See More
Mar 1, 2011
Vic Mastis liked Ann Reif's blog post Festival of the Trails- Gardner Kansas June 11-12
Feb 22, 2011
Ann Reif left a comment for Vic Mastis
"Hey, Vic,  Annie and David Reif of Renegade Heart jewelry.  Just thought I would say hi.   Oh, yes I remember Gardner too.  Later,  Annie"
Feb 22, 2011
Ann Reif replied to Heidi Sever's discussion Bayou City Rejection - TMI?
"We didn't apply with jewelry to this show but my husband applied with his painting. Not having a lot of experience applying in 2D mixed media he didnt really know what to expect. He did not get in but got a score of 2.625. 3.3 was the cut off.…"
Dec 7, 2010
CM Fox replied to Ann Reif's discussion Catagory help?
"Ask the show. Each show has a different set of ideas...let them be your guide. hth Carla"
Oct 21, 2010

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Your Medium
jeweler
Years in the Art Fair Business
30
First show ever
can't remember
What is your website?
http://renegadeheart.net
What are the best things about art fairs
A great way to make a living-----sometimes.
Best show ever and why
I love the Mattie Kellie show in Destin. It is on the beach. Where else can one sell jewelry and watch the dolphins!
Worst show ever and why
Any show the is totally rained out.
Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.
I can't remember, but I think it was Nicole Collins.

Ann Reif's Blog

Art in the Park- Columbia, Mo June 5-6

Posted on June 15, 2010 at 10:35pm 0 Comments

This is an established show that has good community involvement and a staff of professionals and volunteers to put it on who know what they are doing. Not an overwhelmingly large show it is about proportioned to the size and market for the area it serves.

The location for the show is Stephens Lake Park on the east side of town about a mile from the big University of Missouri Campus. The park is lovely for the people who attend but a little unhandy for the artists. The administration does… Continue

Festival of the Trails- Gardner Kansas June 11-12

Posted on June 15, 2010 at 10:31pm 6 Comments





In the nearly 30 years we’ve been working art shows there have been some really poor ones to remember. This show will rank right up there with the worst.



Held in a portion of the Johnson County Fairground the show was set up in 2 buildings with an asphalt parking-lot in between. The committee had arranged a “preview” party on Friday evening to attract the more interested public. No one came. If the committee thought they would attract art collectors to the event with a veggie… Continue

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At 1:18pm on July 6, 2010, Sarah Kaufman said…
That is crazy!! So glad you didn't get hurt, and so glad he paid for your tent ... so did you upgrade?? What made him so mad about the show?? He wasn't even in the wind tunnel, where all the jewelers had to pack up and then wait 2 hours until the end to load their vans.
At 11:34pm on July 5, 2010, Sarah Kaufman said…
Hey Ann!!! Wish we had gotten more time to visit in Evanston :) Peanut says hi!
At 11:23am on March 31, 2010, Connie Mettler said…
Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Ann. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to getting to know you.

When you have a chance, please stop by the Discussions area to introduce yourself. We all look forward to your participation here. Also visit the "member map" and add your location. We have a lot to offer one another, experienced and newbie alike. Let's make this a dynamic site!

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