"Several years ago, we gave cash awards at our Art Show but discontinued it. I was looking for a way to contain expenses when I lost Tourist Development grant money. I took the amount of awards and put it towards advertising. …"
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Lois Songer
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Feedback from Artists Please!!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Lois Songer Jan 30. 6 Replies 1 Like
As some of you know, I am an artist who does a tiny number of local shows, but run two juried shows. One of which, the Key West Craft Show, was this past weekend and I had some interesting…Continue
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Lois Songer replied to Marguerite Esrock's discussion Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
Lois Songer replied to Connie Mettler's discussion Winter Park Festival artists to discuss fraud
"I am probably going to regret this, but I can't imagine any show, director/jury/committee, etc. who would want to give up their responsibility of choosing and inviting the artists they deemed appropriate. If so, then I'm going to go…"
Lois Songer replied to Ron Mellott's discussion We Are Listening: Directors and promoters, we need to hear from you - please.
"I agree with Richard. I have cut and pasted the question section into a word doc and will work on it as time allows. But a better approach may be to cover one section at a time. I'm wrapping up two shows doing financials,…"
Lois Songer commented on Bill Sargent's blog post Key West, Old Island Days. The vacation that pays for itself.. Almost.
"To Ralph -- Sparky Carbonell has done this show for years...... he missed last year...... but was back this year!"
Lois Songer commented on Bill Sargent's blog post Key West, Old Island Days. The vacation that pays for itself.. Almost.
"Bill,
Thanks for commenting on the show. Glad you did well enough to suit you. And I do hope you come back to KW, I know people love your work here. Also, I'll gladly give you your other spot back if you request it! And…"
Lois Songer replied to Lisa Foster's discussion Tax deductability of donations of art
"If my accountant "seemed" to think this.......... and didn't know the rule........ I'd get another accountant. (since that's his/her job to know!) 8-)
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Lois Songer commented on Billie Barthelemy's blog post Key West Craft Fair
"Annette......... I was going to say that many of my first timers who don't have a good show...... come back because they have had "interest" and then the next show they hit. I was not sure if that was just here in KW or lots of…"
Lois Songer commented on Billie Barthelemy's blog post Key West Craft Fair
"Oops......... and I forgot Stephanie........ congrats on your Art Show weekend! (and thanks for being generous about our "thrill ride!) LOL"
Lois Songer commented on Billie Barthelemy's blog post Key West Craft Fair
"Hi All!
Billie, thanks for the kind words! The Key West Art Center sponsors this show so it is a show for artists by artists. We do all we can to keep the booth fee low, because we know it is so expensive to travel and stay here. …"
Lois Songer replied to Paula C. Boggan's discussion Question for artists applying to shows
"Connie....... that is spot on!
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Lois Songer commented on Nels Johnson's blog post Results of my Roadtrip--Islamorada,Key West and Images in New Smyrna Beach
"Geri....... I'm working on it.... Last weekend I went up to Pigeon Key (oh. is that a story) and still considering the Grove trip....... it's definitely a stay over so need to make some plans soon! Will you be at one of the shows?"
Lois Songer commented on Nels Johnson's blog post Results of my Roadtrip--Islamorada,Key West and Images in New Smyrna Beach
"Barry....... everyone knows Jay...... but not sure I know the Wolfe's. It is a small town and I know in passing a lot of people just by sight. Our Jan. show is Craft Show and we don't jury 2D. We have the Art Festival in…"
Lois Songer replied to Maria Naranjo's discussion Does overbooking happen in the shows?
"To be clear about our Art Show, the numbers that I "overbooked" I can actually accommodate. But I like to keep the number smaller so I don't have to use the "not perfect" spaces or squeeze people too close!
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Lois Songer replied to Maria Naranjo's discussion Does overbooking happen in the shows?
"I agree with what Larry and Linnea have said, but in my case this year for Art Show, I did accept more artists than there are spaces. That's not usually a big deal because, usually a certain number simply decline the invite before I ever…"
Lois Songer replied to Connie Mettler's discussion Pigeon Key this weekend?
"Curious......the forecast here says scattered thunderstorms with 40% chance of rain on Sat. and few thunderstorms possible on Sunday. The forecast for our show was much worse than that and we never saw so much as a drop of rain! I wish…"
Lois Songer commented on Nels Johnson's blog post Results of my Roadtrip--Islamorada,Key West and Images in New Smyrna Beach
"Hey Nels,
I had lots of great reviews from artists, I too wish some would speak up! A jeweler who has done the show for 6 or more years said her sales were $800 up over last year and that last year was her best ever year here. Other long…"
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Comment Wall (8 comments)
- At 12:01pm on June 17, 2011, Jacki Bilsborrow gave Lois Songer a gift…
- At 10:13am on March 15, 2011,
Terry Corcoran said… - Hi Lois, I did see it thanks for responding. I'd be willing to do something to help out... beyond making suggestions.
- At 10:10am on October 14, 2010, Kathleen Neff gave Lois Songer a gift…
Lois...I really appreciate input from show directors and promoters when artists have issues or questions. It is extremely helpful to hear ALL the voices. Thanks!
- At 11:01am on June 17, 2010, Connie Mettler gave Lois Songer a gift…
- Happy birthday, Lois. Sending you a big box of wishes for a great year full of love and laughs. I should have known you were a fellow Gemini!
- At 2:07pm on January 13, 2010,
HYACINTH MANNING-DAVIS said… - HI LOIS WELCOME, I AM NEW TO THIS ALSO
- At 8:20pm on November 11, 2009, Nels Johnson gave Lois Songer a gift…
- Hi Lois. Ellen and I will be in Key West next week shooting pics. Would love to hook up with you at Pepes for breakfeast or lunch. Email me or call my cellphone at 727-515-1600 Aloha, Nels
- At 11:48am on October 9, 2009, Connie Mettler said…
- It was a pleasure meeting you in Peoria and enjoyed your story about your escape to Key West. Talk about dreams coming true!
Good luck with this winter's shows.
- At 8:37pm on October 7, 2009, Nels Johnson said…
- Hey Lois, welcome to the tribe. It is a cool site. I blog a lot on this site about shows. Aloha,Nels
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