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BenJamin Stielow
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  • United States
  • Metal
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/// 2004 E 450 13' box van/RV never pay for a hotel again

Started Sep 20, 2011 0 Replies

Hi all,I have a 2004 E450 13' long 6' tall and 7'8" wide box van for sale. approx 135,000 miles after the last show I took it to. I'm asking $12,100.00 for the truck. -A free ride from Denver…Continue

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Where to stay in Houston

Started this discussion. Last reply by MICHAEL ALAN STIPEK Jan 21, 2010. 1 Reply

I'll be down to the Bayou City Show in March and was wondering of cheap places to park. I recently got the packet and there is RV parking at the show, you just can't stay in your RV overnight. I've…Continue

Got my latest rejection, do you have one to share?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Linnea Lahlum Apr 3, 2011. 157 Replies

Although I knew it was a long shot at best; I just got my yearly Cherry Creek rejection letter. I had new pictures shot just for this application and actually felt that I had a chance. I know it is…Continue

 

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/// 2004 E 450 13' box van/RV never pay for a hotel again

Hi all,I have a 2004 E450 13' long 6' tall and 7'8" wide box van for sale. approx 135,000 miles after the last show I took it to. I'm asking $12,100.00 for the truck. -A free ride from Denver International Airport to Conifer, CO is included!  6.0 Powerstroke Diesel gets around 14 mpg with 3000# of art and display in the back.XLT Trim package with a 6 way power driver's seat, AC, cruise, power locks, mirrors, and windows, also has an alarm with keyless entry. no tears in the seats.I install a…See More
Discussion posted by BenJamin Stielow Sep 20, 2011
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BenJamin Stielow commented on Leslie Jensen's blog post 'Edina Art Fair 2011'
I'm not so sure the number of people who came out was an issue; I watched busses and busses of people coming; not to mention the amount of people parking in the neighborhoods. Advertising seemed good; live feed on the morning news, tons and…
Jun 13, 2011
Linnea Lahlum replied to BenJamin Stielow's discussion 'Got my latest rejection, do you have one to share?'
Where is it? With the way these discussions are threaded I can't find it.
Apr 3, 2011
2js Studio LLC / John Powell replied to BenJamin Stielow's discussion 'Got my latest rejection, do you have one to share?'
Larry, missed Munks input about Amdur shows. Like to have read that. John
Apr 3, 2011
Sheila Evans replied to BenJamin Stielow's discussion 'Got my latest rejection, do you have one to share?'
There are definitely five rounds. I requested jury feedback this year, and although I didn't really get any, I was told there are five rounds.
Apr 2, 2011
Deborah A Carlson replied to BenJamin Stielow's discussion 'Got my latest rejection, do you have one to share?'
yes,I have read it.   did hear this year from one of the friends of the jurrors that their were 2800 applications.  Terry had told me years ago their are 5 rounds, just wondered if you knew for sure.
Apr 2, 2011
Larry Berman replied to BenJamin Stielow's discussion 'Got my latest rejection, do you have one to share?'
No but it goes on for something like two and a half to three days. It's usually between 2400 and 2500 applications. Have you read my write up of last years jury:http://www.bermangraphics.com/artshows/cherry-creek-2010.htmLarry…
Apr 2, 2011
Deborah A Carlson replied to BenJamin Stielow's discussion 'Got my latest rejection, do you have one to share?'
Larry    do you know how many rounds there are in the jury of Cherry Creek Arts Festival.   I have been reading the forum and it is very interesting.  it has taken me 20 years to get over the frustration.  …
Apr 2, 2011
Deborah A Carlson replied to BenJamin Stielow's discussion 'Got my latest rejection, do you have one to share?'
Larry    do you know how many rounds there are in the jury of Cherry Creek Arts Festival.   I have been reading the forum and it is very interesting.  it has taken me 20 years to get over the frustration.  …
Apr 2, 2011
Caroline Kwas replied to BenJamin Stielow's discussion 'Got my latest rejection, do you have one to share?'
Hey Sara, You're #2 on Krasl's waitlist?  I'm #3!  How funny is that!  Now when do you think we'll hear back?  I'm trying to flip a coin on whether I should even come to MI at all, based on the economic…
Apr 1, 2011
2js Studio LLC / John Powell replied to BenJamin Stielow's discussion 'Got my latest rejection, do you have one to share?'
Good idea, I'll see what I can do. Thanks Larry
Mar 12, 2011
Larry Berman replied to BenJamin Stielow's discussion 'Got my latest rejection, do you have one to share?'
You have the right idea, though the shows don't use HD projectors, they actually use bottom of the line inFocus projectors (1024x768) connected to a MAC mini. Now invite some artist friends over and have a mock jury party. I'm considering…
Mar 12, 2011
2js Studio LLC / John Powell replied to BenJamin Stielow's discussion 'Got my latest rejection, do you have one to share?'
My wife and I had an eye opening experience the other day. We, as usual got the same old rejection notices and decided to bit the bullet and buy a decent HD projector and look at our pictures the way the judges see them. What we were see on our…
Mar 12, 2011
Michelle Wermuth replied to BenJamin Stielow's discussion 'Got my latest rejection, do you have one to share?'
Yeah problem is this show is only 20 minuites away from me! All the rest are over an hour away. You would think there would be more big shows around here. But no they arent very helpful.
Mar 9, 2011
Kristin Perkins replied to BenJamin Stielow's discussion 'Got my latest rejection, do you have one to share?'
I agree Michelle.  I've had that response from shows before.  It does not make me want to apply again.
Mar 9, 2011
Michelle Wermuth replied to BenJamin Stielow's discussion 'Got my latest rejection, do you have one to share?'
Yep I emailed them but they said they didnt have any thing to tell me. Stinks really.
Mar 9, 2011

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Your Medium
Metal
Years in the Art Fair Business
3+
First show ever
Copper Mountain, CO for Copperfest. Memorial Day 2006
What is your website?
http://BJaminCustoms.com
What are the best things about art fairs
The family of Artists that you become a part of.
The positive energy of a charged crowd.
Making money doing what I love.
Sunshine.
Best show ever and why
Beaver Creek. First show over 10K
Worst show ever and why
No Comment, but it had to do with a long long journey and a gooseegg show.

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Thoughts about the new Witchita Show? Autumn and Art 2010

Posted on March 31, 2010 at 10:54am 3 Comments

Just seeing if anyone else was considering this show, I have really cheap lodging there; but still have reservations. This is a brand new show that they are starting. Please offer some input. Thanks in Advance!!

Ben

BenJamin Stielow

Southwest Arts Festival 2010 in Indio,CA

Posted on February 9, 2010 at 11:05am 1 Comment

Not a bad weekend. Nice weather, good crowds and a buying energy that I havn't felt at a show in a while. Sales seemed all over the board, one neighbor did quite well, another o.k. and another was a goose egg; but I did notice quite a few bags being carried. I had only 2 sales, but they were good sales.

I was told that this was Shanna's first year organizing the event, and I feel bad that I can't remember our traffic control guru's name, they both seemed concerned in what they could…

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Happy birthday, Benjamin. I hope you have a great day with lots of friends and fun and that the next year brings you no rejections (from art fairs). Thanks for joining us here, I value your presence.
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