"Thank you to everyone that has commented on this topic. After the first go around I still wasn't clear about whether or not to drop the awards. Our awards are not huge but I also know it is nice to be recognized. After these past few days and…"
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Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Marguerite Esrock Mar 23. 22 Replies 1 Like
My art show committee is discussing artist awards, i.e. Best of Show, Honorable Mention, etc. How important are artist awards in deciding whether or not to participate at an art show?Continue
Poster contest question
Started Feb 24, 2010 0 Replies 0 Likes
I am wondering how other events handle poster contests? Do you onlyaccept digital images of work and/or traditional formats...i.e.paintings, computer generated work. Do you view on computers? We have…Continue
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Marguerite Esrock replied to Marguerite Esrock's discussion Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
geri a. wegner replied to Marguerite Esrock's discussion Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
"From the patron point of view, unless you are a person who has to have all the labels, all the latest and what some may deem as the best, you buy what you like because it moves you personally, not because a judge likes it.
However, I always mentally…"
Dan Bondroff replied to Marguerite Esrock's discussion Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
"My first year in the business I won a few awards. Most of my paintings were urban scenes, some with dark clouds and storms. They didn't sell. I do more bromeliads, sunsets and beaches now (I live in Miami). I'm just as happy, they sell,…"
Lois Songer replied to Marguerite Esrock's discussion Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
"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. …"
David Bjurstrom replied to Marguerite Esrock's discussion Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
"Ditto to pretty much everything that's been written.
My ego loves awards. My wallet loves the cash (or a free both the next year!). I prefer to actually sell my art than to have one more piece of garish blue or red or yellow or purple…"
Nels Johnson replied to Marguerite Esrock's discussion Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
"I agree with all of you about sales being much more impt than awards.
That said, I have yet to see a show lower its space fees by not giving out awards. Aint gonna happen--well maybe there will be a first time, I will be waiting.
Lastly,…"
Nels Johnson replied to Marguerite Esrock's discussion Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
"exacto--Barrio!"
Dow Mathis replied to Marguerite Esrock's discussion Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
"Warning: Newbie opinion, and as such, probably not worth what it costs to read it. :)
If I am paying you for the opportunity to sell my creations, then why would I expect to receive an award? That's like the promoter saying,…"
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Chris Pawlik replied to Marguerite Esrock's discussion Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
"I for one don’t enter a show looking to get any type of award. I look for how well the show is run, advertised, what the attendance is and what people are purchasing. I have been to too many show where the ribbons are awarded to…"
Munks replied to Marguerite Esrock's discussion Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
"I have duct-taped my hands and bit down HARD on my lip to keep from making a comment about this thread on this thread simply because even though my comment is relevant and important with respect to Margue's show and artists that have done or…"
Barry Bernstein replied to Marguerite Esrock's discussion Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
"In many cases, the awards come out of a different fund and it has no bearing on booth fees and app fees. For instance, The huge prize money for the Gasparilla show comes out of a fund bequeathed a long time ago, by a wealthy donor for just that…"
Jim Parker replied to Marguerite Esrock's discussion Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
"You can always give out awards, perhaps with a token amount of money. But the high dollar awards often seems to be a waste of dollars that could be allocated towards the common good."
Marguerite Esrock replied to Marguerite Esrock's discussion Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
"I knew you guys would come through for me if I asked a good question! You all rock with these answers. So far I'm hearing attendance and advertising is more important than giving out show awards to just a few artists. Looking from the business…"
Robin Ragsdale replied to Marguerite Esrock's discussion Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
"I never choose a show based on the awards offered. Way more important is how well the show is advertised and attended."
Michelle Wermuth replied to Marguerite Esrock's discussion Artist Awards- Are they important or just icing on the cake?
"For a newbie to art shows the awards are flattering. But honestly I would rather have lower booth fees!
I have also noticed that people become more critical of those who have won an award. I know I do. We all look at who won the awards and either…"
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Poster contest question
Posted on February 22, 2010 at 5:48pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
I am wondering how other events handle poster contests? Do you only accept digital images of work and/or traditional formats...i.e. paintings, computer generated work.
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- At 5:03pm on September 21, 2010, Connie Mettler gave Marguerite Esrock a gift…
Happy birthday, Margie! How lucky are you to have your birthday in the heart of your St. James preparations? Wishing you a great day and a fun-filled year that makes some of your dreams come true.
- At 7:32pm on March 25, 2010,
jean donald mothersil said… - thank you so much for the info ms esrock
- At 1:21pm on March 19, 2010, jean donald mothersil said…
- hi ms esrock my name is jean.i'm looking for arts & fair shows in new york could you help me out with asuggescion i would really appreciate it!!! thanks
- At 1:35pm on February 2, 2010,
Marguerite Esrock said… - Hey Connie-
Sorry about the Call for Entry post. I should read more carefully!
- At 10:02pm on January 18, 2010, Connie Mettler said…
- Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Marguerite. 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 Forum to introduce yourself. 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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