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Brandie Butcher-Isley
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Kansas City, Mo area art shows
Started this discussion. Last reply by S. Michelle Babcock Mar 3, 2010. 10 Replies 0 Likes
I am a little worried about entering the "Plaza" art show in Kansas City. I have heard it is very hard to get into.Does anyone know of any other good 2-3 day shows in the Kansas City area? I know…Continue
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S. Michelle Babcock replied to Brandie Butcher-Isley's discussion 'Kansas City, Mo area art shows'
The Town Art fair is a bust. The two times I did it I did well because at each show I sold a major piece. If I hadn't I wouldn't have made my fee. However Kansas City is a good art buying city if your in the right show. My stuff is not…
Munks replied to Brandie Butcher-Isley's discussion 'Kansas City, Mo area art shows'
Kansas City is a really tough market. Lots of forces to work against such as apathy, notably un-savvy and/or uneducated lookers, few buyers, cronyism/nepotism, etc. My favorite was the yuppie chick wearing her daughter's jeans and baseball cap…
S. Michelle Babcock replied to Brandie Butcher-Isley's discussion 'Kansas City, Mo area art shows'
Bill having done the Unplaza Art fair I'd say most of the people don't know the story behind it.These are not the disgruntled artist that started it. For such a tiny show I made more money then I did at Brookside, go figure.As for Westport…
charles nolder replied to Brandie Butcher-Isley's discussion 'Kansas City, Mo area art shows'
thanks for info :)
S. Michelle Babcock replied to Brandie Butcher-Isley's discussion 'Kansas City, Mo area art shows'
Westport Art fair is a good one. Stay away from Zona Rosa...great amenities, but people are coming for the music. you know you're in trouble when people wonder into your booth and ask what's going on. There's also one in parkville...I…
Melissa Starks replied to Brandie Butcher-Isley's discussion 'Kansas City, Mo area art shows'
Holly Holly Holly days is a good women's only juried art show. You can find it on Facebook.
BenJamin Stielow replied to Brandie Butcher-Isley's discussion 'Kansas City, Mo area art shows'
I say do some research online regarding booth shots and artwork shots; I should know where to look but it's too early for me. That research will help you see what some good jury shots will look like. Then apply for the Plaza. I have heard from…
Greg Heihn replied to Brandie Butcher-Isley's discussion 'Kansas City, Mo area art shows'
I have to chuckle Brandie because this sounds a little like my Mom "god rest her soul". She would not call someone because they might not be home. I'd say "Ma, call em and if their not home they won't answer" simple as…
Brandie Butcher-Isley replied to chas lewis's discussion 'best credit card account for newbie doing very occasional shows'
I ment to write e-mail an invoice... :)
Brandie Butcher-Isley replied to chas lewis's discussion 'best credit card account for newbie doing very occasional shows'
Your transaction amount is held for 2-3 business days. I don't call the cards in. I enter them on my computer at the end of my day. I am taking a risk, I know, but I haven't had an issue yet. Knock on wood. So I am not sure if propay has…
Brandie Butcher-Isley replied to chas lewis's discussion 'best credit card account for newbie doing very occasional shows'
There is an anual fee. I pay $60.00 per year, but it depends on the level of business you choose. No hidden fees that I have run into. Although, I think the rates may be a little high per transaction compared to other merchant accounts.
I like that…
phillip hall replied to Brandie Butcher-Isley's discussion 'Kansas City, Mo area art shows'
Why would you be worried?
Paul Zerjay replied to Brandie Butcher-Isley's discussion 'Kansas City, Mo area art shows'
Brandy
Apply to the show. If you don't believe in your work... who else is going to?
Kansas City, Mo area art shows
I am a little worried about entering the "Plaza" art show in Kansas City. I have heard it is very hard to get into.Does anyone know of any other good 2-3 day shows in the Kansas City area? I know the deadline for Brookside has past. Thanks Brandiewww.littlepiecesofart.typepad.com See More
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Brandie Butcher-Isley replied to chas lewis's discussion 'best credit card account for newbie doing very occasional shows'
Propay is really easy. www.propay.com. I am going on my 3rd year using them.
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- Your Medium
- mixed media collage
- Years in the Art Fair Business
- 3
- First show ever
- Rosville "Art at the Oval" in Roseville, MN
- What is your website?
- http://littlepiecesofart.typepad.com
- What are the best things about art fairs
- It's all about the art...
- Best show ever and why
- Hands down, the Omaha Summer Arts Festival. I make a lot of money and the artist hospitality is unprecedented... I won 3rd place overall in the 2009 show!
- Worst show ever and why
- Edina, located in Edina, MN. Worst show, worst weekend EVER!
- Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.
- I found it doing a search for more information about the Prairie Village Art Show in Kansas City.
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- At 9:48am on September 03, 2010, Mary R Rork-Watson gave Brandie Butcher-Isley a gift…
- At 6:37pm on February 4, 2010,
Connie Mettler said… - Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Brandie. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to getting to know you.
When you have a chance, please stop by the Forum to introduce yourself. Your photos look great! I and the other members look forward to your participation here. We have a lot to offer one another, experienced and newbie alike. Let's make this a dynamic site!
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