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Brandie Butcher-Isley
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  • West Des Moines, IA
  • United States
  • mixed media collage
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best credit card account for newbie doing very occasional shows

I ment to write e-mail an invoice... :)

Replied Feb 11

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 o…

Replied Feb 11

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…

Replied Feb 11

Kansas City, Mo area art shows
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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 t…

Started this discussion. Last reply by S. Michelle Babcock Mar 3.

 

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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 Hallmark...fa…
March 3
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 drivi…
March 3
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 they stop…
March 3
Brandie: The Plaza Show is a top notch event - go for it! It is by far the best show in the Kansas City area and is very well attended every year by folks interested in art who are willing to spend money. The Un Plaza show is comprised basically of…
March 3
thanks for info :)
March 2
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 haven't done i…
March 2
Holly Holly Holly days is a good women's only juried art show. You can find it on Facebook.
March 2
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 custo…
March 2
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 that. If you don't try you're…
February 27
I ment to write e-mail an invoice... :)
February 11
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 the phone i…
February 11
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…
February 11
Why would you be worried?
February 9
Brandy Apply to the show. If you don't believe in your work... who else is going to?
February 9
Brandie Butcher-Isley added a discussion
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 Brand…
February 9
Propay is really easy. www.propay.com. I am going on my 3rd year using them.
February 5

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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 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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Connie Mettler

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