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Joanne McMullen
  • Greenwell Springs, LA
  • United States
  • metalwork, wire crochet, stringing…
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Commissioned Shows?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Joanne McMullen Oct 4, 2010. 2 Replies

I was looking for some juried shows in California on Zapp and noticed that some charge a lower booth fee but require a percentage of sales as part of the vendor fee.  I guess this would be good if…Continue

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Joanne McMullen commented on Bryan Clark's group Metal Workers
"Thanks, Warren. I've seen a sinusoidal stake and forming blocks on Otto Frei and am thinking of ordering one of those since I can't make one. Hopefully, I'll be able to report on my success soon."
Oct 11, 2010
Joanne McMullen replied to Joanne McMullen's discussion Commissioned Shows?
"Hi Joe, Thanks for your reply. I'd feel obligated to pay the percentage, too, but I wish they'd be a maximum which would make it easier to figure expenses. Also -- it looked like some of these shows had really high Zapplication jury fees…"
Oct 4, 2010
Joe Clifton replied to Joanne McMullen's discussion Commissioned Shows?
"A significant number of California shows are a few hundred plus 10%. There is no top end as to what one pays. I've done around 10 per year for a number of years and it has always been on the honor system. I've always paid it because I feel…"
Oct 4, 2010
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Commissioned Shows?

I was looking for some juried shows in California on Zapp and noticed that some charge a lower booth fee but require a percentage of sales as part of the vendor fee.  I guess this would be good if sales were low.  But does anyone know if there is a max as it could be costly if sales were high (usually a good thing).  Has anyone done such shows and what were your experiences with this kind of show?See More
Oct 4, 2010
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Joanne McMullen commented on Bryan Clark's group Metal Workers
"I'm new to this group (and new to AFI). I create one-of-a-kind jewelry and do some wire crochet. But I've recently gotten into metalworking and love it. I would like to know if anyone can tell me where to purchase a tool for forming an…"
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Joanne McMullen left a comment for Connie Mettler
"Thanks so much, Connie. You're always so great in responding right away. I appreciate it. I found the jewelers group and posted my message. Hope to hear from someone. Have a great weekend. Joanne"
Sep 11, 2010
Joanne McMullen commented on Connie Mettler's group Jewelry Genies
"I'm relatively new to metalworking (and very new to this group and AFI) and would like to know if anyone can tell me where to purchase a tool for forming an anticlastic bracelet. I don't want to spend the kind of money needed for a…"
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"Well, by golly, that does work. It didn't work on the page that has all of the little squares with people's names/photos (which I can't find again 8-) But -- I'll look forward to getting better at navigating as I log on and…"
Aug 21, 2010
Connie Mettler left a comment for Joanne McMullen
"Hi Joanne, I have to admit the "search" functions on this site are not perfect. Have you tried entering the person's name in the search box at the top? That should do it."
Aug 21, 2010
Joanne McMullen left a comment for Connie Mettler
"Hi Connie, Thank you for my welcome. I know I will enjoy hearing about the experiences of other artists. I added my picture as you suggested, but now, can't find me in the alpha list. Which brings up the question, how do I find other artists.…"
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Connie Mettler left a comment for Joanne McMullen
"Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Joanne. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to getting to know you. When you have a chance, please add a photo to your profile and stop by the Discussions area to introduce yourself. We all look forward…"
Aug 20, 2010

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Your Medium
metalwork, wire crochet, stringing to create handcrafted one-of-a-kind jewelry
Years in the Art Fair Business
10
First show ever
Local church show in 2000.
What is your website?
http://www.mcgems.com
What are the best things about art fairs
Friendship and networking with other artists, meeting customers, and having them buy and appreciate my work.
Best show ever and why
Chimneyville, Jackson, MS. The Craftsmens' Guild of Mississippi is a wonderful group to work with, the show is inside, it's well organized and advertised, and the customers are there to buy fine art.
Worst show ever and why
Shows associated with church groups and their annual fairs. People are there to socialize and not to buy art.
Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.
Found by surfing the web.

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At 12:54pm on August 21, 2010, Connie Mettler said…
Hi Joanne, I have to admit the "search" functions on this site are not perfect. Have you tried entering the person's name in the search box at the top? That should do it.
At 3:34pm on August 20, 2010, Connie Mettler said…
Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Joanne. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to getting to know you.

When you have a chance, please add a photo to your profile and 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

p.s. The best way to make this system easy to use is to click on the "Follow-Email me" link at the bottom of each Forum discussion that interests you. That way the system will email you automatically whenever anyone responds. It's a great time-saver.
 
 
 

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