"Hey Bob,
I was at Wheaton Arts this October. I'm a painter, but I was in the events building with 2 or 3 wood artists. (I'd say it was 70% outside). Saturday was a nice-weather day, so most of the indoor artists had a bit…"
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How Much Stock Should I Have?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Willie McTell Dec 27, 2010. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I'm an artist (watercolors) and I'm setting up for my 1st full-scale art show season. I'm planning to sell mostly limited-edition giclees and I'm wondering what is a good amount to start out…Continue
Display walls for artwork
Started this discussion. Last reply by Samuel B. Whitehead Jan 18, 2011. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Hi, Can anybody give me some advice on what's the best option for displaying framed paintings inside a booth tent? I've seen both wire-grid walls and the carpeted-type walls, but I'm not sure what…Continue
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"I was at Wheaton Arts and was also impressed by the quality of the art & craft - plus, it was my first really good show of my 1st season on the circuit. Great organization & easy set-up/break-down (I was in the events building).…"
Samuel B. Whitehead commented on Linda A Shields's blog post RIP: ART at the Local Art Fair......or are ARTISTS A DYING BREED?
"For those who are considering this to be their last year as an artist/vendor, hear ye the opinions of a first-year artist/vendor.
And this comment is from an artist who has covered expenses only 2 out of 8 tries (all juried shows).
A painter…"
Samuel B. Whitehead commented on Geoff Coe's blog post "Flogged by the weather forecaster?": Collingswood Crafts & Fine Art, Aug. 20-21, 2011
"Geoff,
My wife and I were at Collingswood (I stopped by on Saturday AM to say hullo) and we stuck it out until about 2 PM, when the skies dramatically darkened. Robin and I looked at each other and immediately started packing up. Thanks…"
Samuel B. Whitehead replied to Samuel B. Whitehead's discussion Display walls for artwork
"Thanks! The best suggestion to date!"
Deb Fox replied to Samuel B. Whitehead's discussion Display walls for artwork
"Check out panels from new venture products .com located in Clearwater. They are made of sunbrella canvas and self heal from hook holes. Mine are grey and look like gallery walls when set up. After several years of use they still…"
Shane Reed left a comment for Samuel B. Whitehead
"I started my photography business in 2008. Shortly after starting my business I started shooting alphabet letters of architecture and other objects found in urban settings. These letters can be used to spell words, or names to make…"
Samuel B. Whitehead posted a discussion
How Much Stock Should I Have?
I'm an artist (watercolors) and I'm setting up for my 1st full-scale art show season. I'm planning to sell mostly limited-edition giclees and I'm wondering what is a good amount to start out with?Initially, I'll be using about 20 different images in my product lineup, and I've found that Redimat's pre-cut matboards and backings real discounts start at a dozen. So should I have a dozen giclees made of each image? I've found a printer who will give me the 250-print price based on the aggregate…See More
Larry Berman replied to Samuel B. Whitehead's discussion Display walls for artwork
"Mesh walls or Pro Panels look the most professional in a booth where 2D work is hanging. If you decide on mesh walls, keep your canopy walls hanging behind the mesh walls so that the back lighting doesn't distract people who are looking at your…"
Diane Wright replied to Samuel B. Whitehead's discussion Display walls for artwork
"I am not a 2D artist (I'm a jewelry person) but I have been using gridwalls. I connect them using zip ties (forget those thing they sell to keep them together). I also bought the feet which helps when I need to use one or two by…"
Amy Perrier replied to Samuel B. Whitehead's discussion Display walls for artwork
"I've been doing shows only 3 years and use gridwalls. I like them because of their versatility and price. I always rent 2 spaces at shows so I'm dragging around a lot of grids. The only downside to me is that they are…"
Geoff Coe replied to Samuel B. Whitehead's discussion Display walls for artwork
"Sam: I tried 3 vendors before I found artisticphotocanvas.com (APC)
Your image is printed directly on the canvas, not printed on paper and then bound into the canvas. Great service, inexpensive shipping and the quality is outstanding. They are…"
steve appel replied to Samuel B. Whitehead's discussion Display walls for artwork
"I use grid walls and they are not light. also with grid walls you can see right thru them, my neighbor at the last show i did had mesh panel walls and his work looked great against them if you go to flourish.com you will see…"
Samuel B. Whitehead replied to Samuel B. Whitehead's discussion Display walls for artwork
"Many thanks!
Just one other question, if I may - (I will assume for the moment that you are an artist or photographer) do you have any advice on giclee prints? What to look for, what to avoid? I've done a lot of research on the internet…"
Melanie Rolfes replied to Samuel B. Whitehead's discussion Display walls for artwork
"I really like gridwalls. They are cheap, very versatile (you can make tons of different types of walls, tables, cubes), supper sturdy, easy to transport, compact and great weights for your tent.
I have upgraded to propanels…"
Samuel B. Whitehead posted a discussion
Display walls for artwork
Hi, Can anybody give me some advice on what's the best option for displaying framed paintings inside a booth tent? I've seen both wire-grid walls and the carpeted-type walls, but I'm not sure what works the best.I've looked at the Pro Panels, but I wonder if there is a less costly option, as I am a newbie (I've been a roadie at craft shows for my wife's business for 5 years) exhibitor and am unsure if my work will "catch on" with the public.Any advice would be welcome. Many Thanks,S.B.…See More
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- Watercolor
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- http://sbwfineart.com
- What are the best things about art fairs
- Meeting other artists, talking shop, a sense of community (even if only for a weekend). Looking at the work of other artists.
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Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 2:14pm on January 11, 2011,
Shane Reed said… - I started my photography business in 2008. Shortly after starting my business I started shooting alphabet letters of architecture and other objects found in urban settings. These letters can be used to spell words, or names to make contemporary art for you home. This project took off, and became an overwhelming success. I used the money from selling my alphabet letters to fund my photography business. These letters are fantastic sellers and I’m thankfully too busy with my real passion to have time to sell them anymore. So I’ve decided to sell the high resolution digital files for a fair price to the right person who is interested in making an abundance of extra income. This idea will be unique to you, and if you're driven will make you lots of money. The market is enormous! If you’re interested and would like to discuss things further please contact me atshane@reedphoto.ca and please check out our alphabet photography atwww.reedphoto.ca click on “client” menu and enter the password “abc”. We have b&w and color alphabets, and I’ve also custom created numerous word art pieces with quotes. You’d receive everything with unlimited reproduction rights. The letters can be put on anything you can think of or you can sell them just as letters to go in frames. I always just sold them as letters for $5 per letter. The profit margin is very high as it costs about 10-20 cents to print each letter and they sell for $5 each. I look forward to hearing from you.
- At 12:57pm on December 20, 2010,
Connie Mettler said… Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Samuel. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to having you as part of our community.
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