"Nels, Michigan can be very hard on people with any type of breathing problem. Down near Branch County (bottom of the state) where we live is supposed to be the worse area in the country for allergies and asthma. I hope that that is what…"
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Jacki Bilsborrow
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Jacki Bilsborrow's Discussions
Sharing a room at art shows
Started Apr 3, 2011 0 Replies 0 Likes
With the busy summer art shows just around the corner, you might want to consider posting for a fellow artist to share a hotel room. It would be a great way to keep your expenses down. Check here…Continue
January Art Shows in Florida
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jacki Bilsborrow Feb 3, 2011. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Several great Art Shows have taken place this January. I was wondering how some of those shows went this year. Images A Festival of the Arts, Boca Fest Art Fair, Delray Beach Art Festival, etc -…Continue
Key West Art Show
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jacki Bilsborrow Feb 3, 2011. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Hey, did anybody do the Key West show this year? How was the show? Were there good crowds? Great sales? I was just wondering how things went. Jacki BContinue
HELP!! I need a piece of photo mount
Started this discussion. Last reply by Gary Haynes Jan 28, 2011. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Hello,I need a piece of 24 X 30 photo mount. I am looking for a sheet that has sticky on both sides so that it can be mounted to a piece of foam core. This is a wedding photo of my son's. I needs…Continue
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Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Nels Johnson's blog post EAST LANSING ART FAIR--I GAVE A "STUCK BUG" DISCOUNT AND SOLD THE BIGGIE, READ ON.
Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Amy Perrier's blog post My Big, Fat, First Review of East Lansing (Michigan) Art Fair
"Maybe this is a good sign of things to come for art shows in Michigan this summer. Let's hope so. Thanks for the encouraging report."
Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Leslie Kaplan's blog post Perfect weather at the 2012 Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival
"Leslie, it isn't often Virginia is cooler than Michigan. Glad that all things lined up perfectly for you."
Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Corey Johnston's blog post Tablecloths Completed!
"Corey, you are so creatve with a sewing machine. I really appreciate what you can do! Nice look, nice work."
Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Dennis Brady's blog post Every creative NEEDS to watch this
"Thanks Dennis. Creating is great therapy and we all need it in our lives."
Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Dolores Fawkes's blog post Lewiston Craft Show
"Thank you, Bill, for the info."
Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Karen Holtkamp's blog post Dear Promoters: Please Promote
"I hope the artists who did this Wyoming Show had a chance to fill out a survey where you could address these problems. If they don't hear the complaints they certainly won't change anything. I hate to see a once robust show die…"
Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Corey Johnston's blog post Banners for my Booth
"Nice job, Corey. I have enjoyed watching your presentation evolve."
Jacki Bilsborrow commented on diana prickett's blog post Artfest@City arts Dallas
"Diana, try putting it in the search bar above. If anyone has ever done a review of it, it will show up. Hope that helps."
Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Thomas Harris's blog post Cherokee Triangle in Louisville Ky: Creation and Destruction in the Eternal Recurrence of the Same
"Thomas, sorry about your disaster but so glad that you could see the humor in it. You have a talent for writing and I hope you share more of your writing with us in the future. Glad your work was spared. By the looks of your tent…"
Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Ruth Finkenbiner's blog post Oregon Road Trip - May 2012 - Astoria, Corvallis, Medford
"It is so nice that many of you all are such great friends and have a great time getting together at the shows. At least you have great memories from your show experiences. I keep thinking things have got to turn around sometime…"
Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Scott Fox's blog post Connie Never Expected This!
"I am thankful for these websites, too. I know there are many others out there who appreciate them.
Let's hear from some of you artists who are happy to have this place to share information."
Jacki Bilsborrow commented on C.C. Barton's blog post Does anyone have any experience with Queeny Park in St Louis?
"CC, try putting Queenie park into the search bar. Then, contact some of those people with your question directly. I sort of think your question may have been missed due to fantastic spring weather and art shows. I know we…"
Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Steve Cebula's blog post A little travel tip
"I also was getting very excited as I have 3 sons living all over the country until I see it is only one area of the country. Darn!! I will have to keep checking on it just in case it ever changes. What a great idea.
I have also…"
Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Steve Cebula's blog post Large Velcro backed Hangers
"Thanks for sharing."
Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Thomas Harris's blog post Whats this for?
"That is a nice looking sculpture Thomas. It sort of looks like something you might see in a Jules Vern story."
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- Years in the Art Fair Business
- I actually have worked for a handcolored photographer for many years and helped him do matting framing, shipping and other work around the studio.
- First show ever
- First real art show I ever went to was the Ann Arbor Art Fair. I really loved working at that show. It was amazing.
- What are the best things about art fairs
- Meeting new people, seeing all the great work of the other artists.
- Best show ever and why
- Ann Arbor Art Fair because it is so big and there is something there for everyone. I enjoyed the art atmosphere, the creative people, and the patrons.
- Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.
- Connie Mettler, of course.
Jacki Bilsborrow's Blog
Art Prize
Posted on April 15, 2012 at 4:21pm 5 Comments 0 Likes
I was just reading Jeremy Browne's blog post and started to think about other venues to expose your work at. Then, Art Prize came to mind. I was just wondering if there were any artists here who are planning to submit a piece of work for Art Prize. I figure that entering a piece of art to Art Prize must take considerable planning well in advance.
Do we have any artists here that are working on a special piece for Art Prize? If so, let us know. I would imagine that you would want…
Continue Garage Sale Art Fair in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Posted on April 8, 2012 at 11:52am 7 Comments 2 Likes
I mean't to add this a long time ago. I've been so busy with other things that had to be done first. I thought some of you might be interested in this show. It is held every February in Kalamazoo, Michigan. It is a one day show. February is a great time for something like this because people are tired of being stuck in the house and they are ready to do some shopping.…
Continue Name your own price - Priceline
Posted on March 31, 2012 at 11:21pm 14 Comments 0 Likes
I know many of you here use Priceline to get hotel rooms. Have any of you used the Price chop on Priceline? A few days ago I booked a room in Nashville, TN. I spent a lot of time checking room reviews and I saw that many of the hotels were completely booked. After a good hour of trying the name your own price and failing to get a room, I did the Price chop.
After driving for 9 hours, and through several hard down pours, we finally pulled up to our hotel in Nashville. It was…
Continue The 34th Annual Southern Vermont Art and Craft Festival
Posted on January 14, 2012 at 10:00pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
I just came across this info that I thought I should pass on. I know how lodging can be very expensive for artists. The 34th Annual Southern Vermont Art and Craft Festival in Manchester, Vermont has change it's venue to the Field at Riley Rink in Hunter Park. They will have free camping there. That would eliminate a huge cost of doing an art show if you don't mind camping. Since this show is in August camping shouldn't be that bad. I hope this information will help…
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- At 8:27am on March 1, 2012,
Harrison Otalor said… Thank you, I will try to leave more reviews as I go through my season.
Thanks again.
Harrison
- At 12:00pm on February 24, 2012, Jeff Owen gave Jacki Bilsborrow a gift…
- At 8:35am on December 10, 2011, Connie Mettler gave Jacki Bilsborrow a gift…
Happy 21st, Jacki! So wonderful to have you in my life, many thanks for everything. Wishing you the best year ever with lots of travel and fun.
- At 4:22pm on October 4, 2011,
Annette Piper said… - Hi Jacki, yes, home and back into reality. Not as much fun as Italy I must say! All going well with you?
- At 12:24pm on September 15, 2011, Annette Piper said…
Hi Jacki - I went to Ireland 30+ years ago - would love to go again! Italy has been fabulous - very inspiring for a jewellery maker :D We've just spent a couple of days in Venice and on our way home tomorrow. Our last night is being spent on Lago de Gardo near Verona. Rather nice I must say! Looking forward to catching up on what I've been missing in the last few weeks :)
Ciao
Annette
- At 10:58pm on September 14, 2011, Dawn Vertrees gave Jacki Bilsborrow a gift…
- At 2:35am on September 8, 2011, Annette Piper said…
- Hi Jacki - I'm in Italy at the moment so not so much in time online the last couple of weeks. Still have another 10 days here and then I should be back home and back to commenting :) Italy is wonderful for inspiration I must say - I'm bubbling over with ideas for new work!! Hope you're well - thanks for checking on me :D
- At 11:43am on August 06, 2011, Cammie K. Watson gave Jacki Bilsborrow a gift…
- At 3:13am on July 16, 2011, Annette Piper said…
- Thanks Jacki - its hard for me to contribute being all the way on the other side of the world so at least I can welcome people and comment on their posts!
- At 8:34pm on May 22, 2011, Charlene Marsh gave Jacki Bilsborrow a gift…
- Hi, Jacki~ Thanks for the birthday wishes! Had a very special day getting ready for the Marion Arts Festival. :-) Hope you had a good weekend.
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