"Hey all! I was at Artsplsure this past weekend too. I was on one of the off shoot streets and had a large building behind me and a parking garage across the street which kind of made for a bit of a wind tunnel, especially on Sunday…"
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Paige Schildkamp
- Chapel Hill, NC
- United States
- glass mosaic
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New new new!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Paige Schildkamp Jan 20. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Hey everyone! I'm new to both AFI and the art fair scene! I have been doign all different kinds of mixed media art for years now, but there was one media that stuck with me: gladd mosaics. I love…Continue
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Paige Schildkamp commented on Kathy Oda's blog post Artsplosure - The Raleigh Arts Festival May 19 & 20, 2012
Connie Mettler commented on Paige Schildkamp's blog post Arts in the Park
"Looks like you have found one of the best parts of this business, Paige, the wonderful people who are in the art fairs. No surprise that they were helpful and ready to give advice. When people join this site one of the questions we ask is "what…"
Paige Schildkamp commented on Paige Schildkamp's blog post Arts in the Park
"Hey all! Thanks for all the words of encouragement and advice! I brought a rug but I think I got really lucky with my spot in reagrds to dust. I was kind of under a tree and the ground was pretty grassy there and due to the rainy…"
Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Paige Schildkamp's blog post Arts in the Park
"Good luck to you Paige. Hope things go well. Let us know how you did."
Jennifer Donald commented on Paige Schildkamp's blog post Arts in the Park
"I did it last year and oh my the dust was horrendous!!! I thought people went more to "see and be seen" and sales were ok, just not worth it to go back at this time. There was good traffic and it was well organized. The other…"
Paige Schildkamp commented on Paige Schildkamp's blog post Arts in the Park
"Thanks everyone! I actually have family in Richmond and I only live in NC so the trip isn't too bad and I'm hoping the low travel/lodging costs do make it really worth it. And this is my first juried show, but its also…"
Kathleen J. Clausen commented on Paige Schildkamp's blog post Arts in the Park
"Oops, sorry Paige! I just reread your post. I made the assumption that you were new to shows, but you just said "juried show." You can X out most of my post and just remember the good wishes!"
Kathleen J. Clausen commented on Paige Schildkamp's blog post Arts in the Park
"Best of luck! Being willing to engage people is really important, ie friendly, commenting on something that they are wearing, etc. No matter how your day is going, you're always "on" at the art show. I never know how…"
Alison Thomas commented on Paige Schildkamp's blog post Arts in the Park
"Booth spaces are exactly 10' x 10', no more, no storage. It's dusty, if you have a covering for the ground bring it."
Alison Thomas commented on Paige Schildkamp's blog post Arts in the Park
"I will be there in booth 81. I did it last year and it was good for me."
Nancy Grimsley commented on Paige Schildkamp's blog post Arts in the Park
"Paige, We have done this show several times. It is held in a park as well as a raised pavilion area of the park. The last time we did it, it had a decent enough turnout but the sales were not high enough for us to justify the…"
Paige Schildkamp posted a blog post
Arts in the Park
Hey all! I am headed to Richmond, VA for Arts in the Park this weekend! It's actually the first juried show I've ever done so if anyone has any general or show specific advice for me, I would love it! Thanks so much!! -Paige :-)See More
Paige Schildkamp replied to Paige Schildkamp's discussion New new new!
"Ann Marie,
I just wanted to say BIG thank you for your info on local shows. I actually just finished applying for Spring Daze and Artsplosure and I'm so excited to maybe get to do some shows so close to home!"
Ann Marie Crosmun replied to Paige Schildkamp's discussion New new new!
"Hey Paige,
As far as local shows, there are several; Apple Chill & Fall Fest (Chapel Hill), Spring Daze & Lazy Daze (Cary), if you have low price points-there is the Farmers Markets in Carrboro, Durham, & Raleigh. There's…"
Annette Piper replied to Paige Schildkamp's discussion New new new!
"HI Paige and welcome to AFI! I love mosaic - been thinking of dabbling a bit with it myself but haven't got that far yet (may take me years on past experience!). AFI has masses of information - use the "search"…"
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- glass mosaic
- Years in the Art Fair Business
- less than 1
- First show ever
- Woodlake Arts and Apples Craft Show in Midlothian, VA on 11-12-11.
- What is your website?
- http://auraisbreath.com
- What are the best things about art fairs
- When someone asks "Are you the artist?" and I get to say "Yes!"
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Paige Schildkamp's Blog
Arts in the Park
Posted on May 2, 2012 at 8:39pm 11 Comments 0 Likes
Hey all!
I am headed to Richmond, VA for Arts in the Park this weekend! It's actually the first juried show I've ever done so if anyone has any general or show specific advice for me, I would love it! Thanks so much!!
-Paige :-)
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- At 3:22pm on November 28, 2011,
Connie Mettler said… - Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Paige. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to having you as part of our community.
When you have a chance, please add a photo of yourself and stop by the "Discussions" area to introduce yourself to the rest of us. 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!
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