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Becky Bibro
- Frankfort, KY
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Becky Bibro's Discussions
Tents and Weights
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kathryn Riechert Jan 28. 26 Replies 0 Likes
I found this today while researching the Columbus Arts Festival:The Columbus Arts Festival has introduced new regulations due to weather related incidents, EZ-Up and accordion style tents are not…Continue
Tags: requirements, columbus, weights, tents
Greetings from Kentucky
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jacki Bilsborrow Nov 8, 2011. 6 Replies 0 Likes
My name is Becky Bibro and I am new to this site. I have only been exhibiting at art festivals for two years, a total of 5 shows. Hoping to do 5 next year! So far, I'm sticking to within driving…Continue
New to Forum - what category am I?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Becky Bibro Nov 3, 2011. 4 Replies 0 Likes
I do mosaic art. I use mostly stained glass, but some ceramic tile and other materials. I don't know what medium/category I should apply as - glass, mixed media 2D or 3D....any help/advice is…Continue
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Becky Bibro commented on Larry Berman's blog post Jury Image Stolen
"sí algunas de mis personas favoritas son pendejos
Who knew there was actually a Wikipedia entry for Spanish profanity? I love this country!"
Becky Bibro commented on Larry Berman's blog post Jury Image Stolen
"UM, no it's not, it's Crow. Please LOOK IT UP.
Perhaps you are thinking of the infamous Russell Crowe laws. "
Becky Bibro commented on Rick Abrams's blog post No more Thomas Kinkade paintings... Ever.
"Comment by Willie McTellon Monday
..........Jesus Loves Millionaires........
You really need to put that on a bumper sticker!!!
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Becky Bibro replied to Connie Mettler's discussion Winter Park Festival artists to discuss fraud
"That’s a really interesting point. This is taken directly from the Slesnick judging write-up Connie posted on AFI on Dec 14, 2011.
“Judges’ personalities and the typical bartering and negotiating for awards are removed from…"
Becky Bibro commented on Don McCoy's blog post La Quinta Arts Festival Addendum
"AH. Didn't think about the Guardian at the Gate. That certainly would make it difficult for buyers with large pieces to sneak past, that's probably as good as it can get. Thanks for the clarification. "
Becky Bibro commented on Don McCoy's blog post La Quinta Arts Festival Addendum
"On commissions - One of the St James sections used to be commission-based. Rumor was they expected a certain minimum amount to be paid in commission, whether you made that to cover it or not, else you didn’t get back in the next year,…"
Becky Bibro commented on Kathleen Taylor's blog post The artists of the Downtown Naples Festival of the Arts
"http://www.nationalartistsadvocacyinstitute.com/
Click on Art Show Statistics on the right. I can send you a form to complete if it would help."
Becky Bibro commented on Kathleen Taylor's blog post The artists of the Downtown Naples Festival of the Arts
"Kathleen would you be willing to share the number of applicants in each medium that you guys received for this show, as well as the number of re-invited artists? I have been helping with compilation and analysis on data like this, and can…"
Becky Bibro replied to Connie Mettler's discussion Winter Park Festival artists to discuss fraud
"More of us than you think are doing something more than posting on internet forums. We are voting with our jury dollars, we are gathering information to be used by all artists not just the elites, and we are quietly filing actions against the…"
Becky Bibro replied to Connie Mettler's discussion Winter Park Festival artists to discuss fraud
"From Ynon’s post above:
"Gentelmen [sic] and ladies:
Mr Slesnik [sic] is forming a group to try to stop buy/sell bait and swich and to improve in many other ways this business we are all part of it.
You may be invited to join or not. Les…"
Becky Bibro commented on Kathleen Taylor's blog post An open letter to artists of 2012 Mercato Fine Arts Festival
"How can it with a 'blind' jury Larry? The show should only know after the jury 'blindly' selects the artists that they would need to reduce the fee for the prior year's participants, right? Maybe I…"
Dee Hooks left a comment for Becky Bibro
"Hi Becky-
Thank you for the good thoughts. Apparently I have been banned from thecornerbooth! I tried to log in to delete my membership & apparently it was done for me. I guess Holly did not like my post.…"
Becky Bibro replied to Connie Mettler's discussion Winter Park Festival artists to discuss fraud
"The first time I posted to this thread it had been viewed about 50 times and had one comment. Three days later, over 3000 views and over 100 comments. So happy to see people fired up."
Becky Bibro replied to Connie Mettler's discussion Winter Park Festival artists to discuss fraud
"The issue here is not accreditation or certification or whatever plan anybody comes up with to improve the buy/sell - rep problem. The issue here is that one tiny little man and his pocketful of cronies should not be allowed to dictate…"
Profile Information
- Your Medium
- Mosaic Art
- Years in the Art Fair Business
- 2
- First show ever
- Capital City Expo 2010
- What is your website?
- http://www.a-splash-of-glass.com
- What are the best things about art fairs
- Love the atmosphere, meeting people, seeing them enjoying my art
- Best show ever and why
- St James - well promoted, great organization, people come out to buy
- Worst show ever and why
- Capital City Expo - poorly promoted, poor quality
- Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.
Becky Bibro's Blog
Dirty Little Secrets
Posted on February 22, 2012 at 10:09am 11 Comments 8 Likes
I’ve seen a lot of posts lately from artists with the same concerns as mine. Extended deadlines after artists have already been rejected. Exorbitant late application fees. Calls for Artists issued after certain categories are full without disclosure of the categories that are open, if any sometimes. The number of available spaces and applications per medium not fully disclosed. Unknown jury members. Shows trolling artist websites prior to ‘blind’ jurying. Sneaky Buy/Sell crap. …
ContinueLucky Charms
Posted on December 2, 2011 at 3:05pm 6 Comments 2 Likes
A year ago in July, I lost my sister and mother within 9 days. My sister was 44, a doctor, and died just 10 months after being diagnosed with oral cancer. My mother had been in relatively poor health for some time, and I believe she just could not handle my sister’s death. It was just three months until my first big show.
Their prodding had encouraged me to explore art shows in the first place, my mother always my biggest fan. My sister supported local art festivals for…
ContinueComment Wall (5 comments)
- At 7:50pm on April 18, 2012, Connie Mettler gave Becky Bibro a gift…
- At 1:27pm on March 18, 2012,
Dee Hooks said… Hi Becky-
Thank you for the good thoughts. Apparently I have been banned from thecornerbooth! I tried to log in to delete my membership & apparently it was done for me. I guess Holly did not like my post.
- At 6:50pm on January 13, 2012,
Joan Tweedell said… Hi Becky! I am planning to apply to Art in Speed Park and would love to meet you there. I dithered over applying to Broad Ripple and finally decided to go with Rochester Hills MI on that weekend instead. The other shows I have applied to so far are Tulip Time in Holland MI in early May, Winona Lake IN, Talbot St. in Indy, and Leeper Park here in South Bend in June, and Krasl in MI in July. Keeping my fingers crossed! What ones have you applied to?
Ken and I are both birders and longtime members of the local Audubon chapter. He doesn't come back from Woods Hole until after Labor Day, though.
- At 11:38am on November 9, 2011, Joan Tweedell said…
Hi Becky! If Kenyon is your cousin then we are related. I live in South Bend and do fairs mostly in Northern Indiana and s. Michigan. I've been at it for over 30 years but still enjoy getting out there and showing my art. Let me know where you will be when you get your 2012 schedule firmed up. I will be at the Pigeon Key and Key West shows in FL in Feb., and will be applying to some shows in Indy, and maybe Sellerburg in So. IN. which has been recommended to me. That's not too far from KY. Best wishes!
- At 11:13am on November 4, 2011, Connie Mettler said…
- Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Becky. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to having you as part of our community.
When you have a chance, please stop by the "Discussions" area to introduce yourself to the rest of us. 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!
Many topics have already been discussed here before you joined us. You might like to try a search of your topic before you post your question. Just put your topic, canopy tents, jurying fees, Ann Arbor Art Fair, etc, into the search bar at the top of the right side of the page. You might be surprised that someone has already asked your question.
We also ask that all new members take a few moments of their time to read the code of conduct. You will find it at http://www.artfairinsiders.com/page/code-of-conduct. There are a few guidelines that all members will need to follow because , as in any social community, we all need to work together.Best wishes,
Connie Mettler
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