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Heather Jordan
- Female
- Darlington, SC
- United States
- Oil
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Heather Jordan received a gift from Connie Mettler
Heather Jordan replied to Pete Palagonia's discussion 'Whats everyone going to have on the easel over the holidays?' in the group Painters Alley
Pete,
I love January. We own a small art gallery and are slammed with small items to create during Christmas. January is the time to get painting for the summer. I have tell myself I have to have at least 25-30 units by the end of January. I find if…
Heather Jordan received a gift from Connie Mettler
Robin Chard replied to Heather Jordan's discussion 'Coastal Art Shows?' in the group CAROLINA ARTISIANS
I just got my info for the one day show in Wilmington. NC called Downtown Wilmington ArtWalk 2010. get an app at artandantiquewalk@hotmail.com not a huge crowd but sales were good. The guy next to me had photo blowups of closeups of his abstract…
skip stang commented on Heather Jordan's blog post 'SURPRISES! Blue Crab Festival, Myrtle Beach SC'
Soooooo gald y'all survied,told you it was spooky,and made some money to boot.You are a trooper
Cheers
Skip
you just cant make that stuff up
Heather Jordan commented on Heather Jordan's blog post 'SURPRISES! Blue Crab Festival, Myrtle Beach SC'
Yes I did do the Crab Dance! Sales were ok to good. I really think if we have the attitude to ask your self one and only one question, "Where am I going to make $375 in a day and possibly then $1400 to $8000 in the next day?" (I…
Connie Mettler commented on Heather Jordan's blog post 'SURPRISES! Blue Crab Festival, Myrtle Beach SC'
Hooray! Another great blogger has joined our ranks.
1. Good writing, irreverent and witty
2. Good report
3. Photos that help tell the story
4. Inspiring ending
-- yep, festivals can turn out to be anything: real duds, great and plenty in between.…
Fran Hurst commented on Heather Jordan's blog post 'SURPRISES! Blue Crab Festival, Myrtle Beach SC'
Great review!
Did that show many years ago. I remember the dirt. Everything was covered with dirt at the end:(
Geoff Coe commented on Heather Jordan's blog post 'SURPRISES! Blue Crab Festival, Myrtle Beach SC'
Very nice review and message. That second photo (with the silhouettes in the foreground) is excellent! Best show shot I think I have ever seen.
Heather Jordan commented on Heather Jordan's blog post 'SURPRISES! Blue Crab Festival, Myrtle Beach SC'
Barbara,
There were at least 45 booths with jewelry. It was crazy they allowed that many, some beaders and mostly imports. Many people who did jewelry left at night. The really bad part was a young girl from Maryland that left her jewelry in her…
David and Barbara Downey commented on Heather Jordan's blog post 'SURPRISES! Blue Crab Festival, Myrtle Beach SC'
Been there and been right near the dumpsters and porta potties.... oh and all the restaurants drove their golf carts of garbage right by our booth
Debbie Roberts commented on Heather Jordan's blog post 'SURPRISES! Blue Crab Festival, Myrtle Beach SC'
Thank you for a great review!
Heather Jordan is now friends with Ray Mosteller and Robin Chard
SURPRISES! Blue Crab Festival, Myrtle Beach SC
Blue Crab Festival, Myrtle Beach SC, May 15 & 16, 2010.This was the scariest show on the planet. I am learning that festivals that have strict guidelines don’t necessarily follow them. If the numbers are good it doesn’t mean that they attract the crowd you are looking for. But, I learned my lesson to not judge a book by it’s cover.Upon my arrival at 6:00 am I look around and proceed to see more imported items than the boat from China. My heart sinks, fine art no way. There were 8 fine…See More
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Heather Jordan left a comment for Ray Mosteller
Ray,Hit the dang wrong button on friend request. Now if I can figure this out! Heather
Heather Jordan replied to Jill Beninato's discussion 'Under the Oaks Arts Festival - Corolla, NC'
Jill,
I also have applied and should see something this week. I did see a comment a few months ago that one artist said he would leave his day job for 2 days due to doing very well years before. The lodging is really expensive hotel-motel. I did…
Profile Information
- Your Medium
- Oil
- Years in the Art Fair Business
- 3
- First show ever
- Charleston SC. I was 5 years old selling painted sea shells.
- What is your website?
- http://www.Heather-Jordan.com
- What are the best things about art fairs
- The great personal relationship with the client. There is nothing more rewarding seeing the eye contact and the movement toward your booth when they see something they can't live without. A smile or chuckle about your work is really great. My true paycheck is where you have changed someones environment and they tell you about it. It's great
- Best show ever and why
- I did a show in Beaufort SC. We were packed in like crabs in a trap and couldn't walk around the tent. I was so scared upon arrival when I saw an "artist" selling painted painted purchased dollar store lighthouses . (Here's your sign.) Everyone did around $200 it was crafts and buy sell, it wasn't a good show. Lots of people but no buyers. I still put out the best work I could and sold over $1500. The same exact thing happened in Myrtle Beach a year later. My husband said I could sell sand to a sandman! You have to talk with your clients-make the connection.
- Worst show ever and why
- Oh, The old church show. Do it for the Christian school the children attend but, hey who could make $280 in an afternoon inside smelling bbq and baked goods? Yum City
- Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.
- Search Engine.
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SURPRISES! Blue Crab Festival, Myrtle Beach SC
Posted on May 20, 2010 at 1:25pm 8 Comments 0 Likes
Blue Crab Festival, Myrtle Beach SC, May 15 & 16, 2010.
This was the scariest show on the planet. I am learning that festivals that have strict guidelines don’t necessarily follow them. If the numbers are good it doesn’t mean that they attract the crowd you are looking for. But, I learned my lesson to not judge a book by it’s cover.
Upon my arrival at 6:00 am I look around and proceed to see more imported items than the boat from China. My heart sinks, fine… Continue
This was the scariest show on the planet. I am learning that festivals that have strict guidelines don’t necessarily follow them. If the numbers are good it doesn’t mean that they attract the crowd you are looking for. But, I learned my lesson to not judge a book by it’s cover.
Upon my arrival at 6:00 am I look around and proceed to see more imported items than the boat from China. My heart sinks, fine… Continue
Copy KATS. Artist beware!
Posted on April 21, 2010 at 4:01pm 6 Comments 0 Likes
Hey Everyone.
Wanted to share a little situation that has happen to me and boy it has just blown the wind out of my blond hair doo. Skip can validate via the show in Myrtle Beach.
My crabs are being copied and repainted in a classroom for profit studio!
I found a web site that has done a fantastic job of clipping YOUR artwork. They teach it in classes and they are located in Mt. Pleasant SC. The take on the studio is that you pay them $30-$40 dollars and you get a… Continue
Wanted to share a little situation that has happen to me and boy it has just blown the wind out of my blond hair doo. Skip can validate via the show in Myrtle Beach.
My crabs are being copied and repainted in a classroom for profit studio!
I found a web site that has done a fantastic job of clipping YOUR artwork. They teach it in classes and they are located in Mt. Pleasant SC. The take on the studio is that you pay them $30-$40 dollars and you get a… Continue
Fantastic Gallery Sales!
Posted on April 2, 2010 at 12:23pm 5 Comments 0 Likes
I know that this is a web site for art shows, but I must share outstanding experience with one of the galleries I work with. We artist can make a paycheck with art shows and galleries. The gallery I work with pay’s a monthly check that is comparable to a good show. So, I don’t discount them and truly hate the 50% split.
Last I week went humming down the coast to bring artwork to 2 galleries that represent me. They have been really hurting this past year due to the… Continue
Last I week went humming down the coast to bring artwork to 2 galleries that represent me. They have been really hurting this past year due to the… Continue
Comment Wall (4 comments)
- At 11:54am on March 14, 2011, Connie Mettler gave Heather Jordan a gift…
Happy birthday, Heather. I hope it is a great year for you full of the best kind of surprises and unparalleled creativity. Many thanks for your contributions to this community.
- At 12:16pm on June 03, 2010, Connie Mettler gave Heather Jordan a gift…
- At 3:37pm on March 13, 2010, Connie Mettler gave Heather Jordan a gift…
- Happy birthday, Heather! I hope this is a day of fun and friends and the rest of the year makes your dreams come true. Thanks for being part of this network. Connie
- At 2:38pm on March 7, 2010,
Connie Mettler said…
- Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Heather. 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!
Best wishes,
Connie Mettler
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