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Raya
Raya
  • Female
  • Ribera, NM
  • United States
  • Painter, oil, acrylic and mixed
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Just signed up! Been at this a good long while but can always learn something new.

Started this discussion. Last reply by Raya Mar 12, 2010. 2 Replies

Was searching the WEB for ideas about booth design for my 10 x 10 for my  Paintings both on canvas (Walls) and works on paper (bins). Found this very nice Ning!This is the first I’ve used a pop-up…Continue

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Raya commented on Caroline Kwas's blog post 'Economy v. Demographics?'
Having been in the art/craft biz for 40 years these past few years have been really bad, I think we all know that. Looking for that edge up, that new twist to our work that makes it stand out from all the rest, the how to survive is natural . With…
Nov 19, 2010
Raya commented on Heather Jordan's blog post 'Copy KATS. Artist beware!'
Having had my paintings copied by painters in China (there are whole city streets where you can go into any store and have an image copied) I truly sympathize with you. I’ve also signed contracts with “poster” companies and have…
Apr 30, 2010
Raya replied to Lisa Marie Crisman's discussion 'Protecting Paintings during Transportation'
I was wandering through Lowes Home builders store yesterday and saw aluminum insulation 48” wide a roll 25 feet cost under $50. It has a bubble wrap sort-of interior…maybe cut and duct-tape pouches to fit? Anybody using this product?
Mar 17, 2010
Connie Mettler left a comment for Raya
Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Raya. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to getting to know you. Could you please add a last name to your profile? When you have a chance, please stop by the Discussions area to introduce yourself. We…
Mar 16, 2010
Raya commented on cate woolner's blog post 'need fresh ideas'
I’ve been looking at the indoor-outdoor rug I have on my studio floor thinking how lightweight it is an how Velcro sticks on it and how could I use it in developing my booth walls… As for your booth space, I tend to like white walls but…
Mar 13, 2010
BOB STUART left a comment for Raya
Hi Raya, Welcome to the best place to be close to the pulse of the A & C circuit. Bob - AKA - Old Man Carvings
Mar 12, 2010
Raya replied to Barry Bernstein's discussion 'How well are you really doing?'
I’ve posted the same question on other artist’s ning’s and you folks are the best! NELS - I agree Make new and better art, push your creative boundaries! YES, be pragmatic; with price points as well as how you’re doing…
Mar 12, 2010
Raya replied to Lisa Marie Crisman's discussion 'Protecting Paintings during Transportation'
Hugo thanks for the info. Yes I checked Uline and some of their products would work. I’ve looked at the Proartpak and I do really like them even tho they’re $$$$. I live in a high heat area and will be transporting my large art in an…
Mar 12, 2010
Raya commented on cate woolner's blog post 'need fresh ideas'
Looking at your booth photo, I’d suggest using a narrower table if you can (just deep enough to hold your 2 bins...make one if you have to) and put it against a side wall, Hang art above that maybe relates to your small matted work in the…
Mar 12, 2010

Profile Information

Your Medium
Painter, oil, acrylic and mixed
Years in the Art Fair Business
on and off since 1970
First show ever
I use to help out family friends in their booth at the Ann Arbor Street Fair in the early 60's.
What is your website?
http://www.rayasartstudio.com
What are the best things about art fairs
Meeting the people, sharing my work and getting feed back on my work, making sales without the middle-man.
Best show ever and why
One I didn't do but my agent did, 2002 New York EXPO, nearly sold everything of mine.
Worst show ever and why
It’s been about 20 years since I did Art Fairs in any regular sense. So I’ll go back to the New York Art EXPO…1999; NOTHING of mine sold!
Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.
found you as I cruised the NET.

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At 10:27am on March 16, 2010, Connie MettlerConnie Mettler said…
Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Raya. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to getting to know you. Could you please add a last name to your profile?

When you have a chance, please 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!

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Connie Mettler

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At 5:55pm on March 12, 2010, BOB STUARTBOB STUART said…
Hi Raya,

Welcome to the best place to be close to the pulse of the A & C circuit.

Bob - AKA - Old Man Carvings
 
 
 

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