"I've been using the trimline for a number of years and love it!!! I've slowly been switching to the webwalls mainly because of the lower weight for transport. Also, they take up a lot less room in my…"
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William D. Hobbs
- Pen Argyl, PA
- United States
- Oils on Canvas
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Profile Information
- Your Medium
- Oils on Canvas
- Years in the Art Fair Business
- 20
- First show ever
- Lititz Fine Art Show, Lititz, PA
- What is your website?
- http://williamdhobbs.com
- What are the best things about art fairs
- Meeting and trading ideas with other artists.
Sales.
Travel.
- Best show ever and why
- Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia.
Great attendence and consistent sales.
- Worst show ever and why
- Hyannis, MA.
Very poor attendence and no sales.
- Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.
- Caroline Kwas
Latest Activity
William D. Hobbs replied to Tariq Mix's discussion How good has the trimline canopy with mesh walls worked for the art fair vets?
William D. Hobbs replied to johnnie kaylor's discussion "TOP OF THE LINE ARTIST CANOPY TENT & PRO PANALS
"How heavy are the pro-panels? I've considered them but am concerned about the weight in my vehicle (toyota sienna van) and as a result, have been using the webwalls more and more.
Bill Hobbs"
William D. Hobbs replied to Caroline Kwas's discussion Removing damar varnish? in the group Painters Alley
"Never tried this. I'd have to check reference books, and I too would be very nervous about it until I had good information. Perhaps Damar or the other product companies have information online? "
Caroline Kwas left a comment for William D. Hobbs
"We're at Westhampton this weekend. Crossing our fingers!"
William D. Hobbs replied to Lisa Braun's discussion Credit Card slip AND Sales Slip or Receipt... How should I handle transactions?
"I usually give the credit card receipt (we have a wireless machine and compact printer), but this doesn't break down the amount into price and tax. Since a couple states I sell in require me to provide a receipt that shows the tax amount,…"
William D. Hobbs commented on Connie Mettler's group Painters Alley
"My style has been, and is still a realistic exploration of moving water. Lately however, I've been influenced by studying the impressionists. I don't think I'll ever become an impressionist, since I'm most inspired by…"
William D. Hobbs replied to Linda and Jim Dalton's discussion What's the worst question you have been asked at an art fair?
"I remember when I was in school, a student brought in an "authentic" african mask (bought in Africa) for the class in African Studies. We were all quite amused when we found engraved on the back "Made in China". …"
William D. Hobbs replied to Lisa Braun's discussion First craft show - I need a canopy!
"Beware of the really inexpensive Easy-ups. As many have said "Easy up .... easy down". I've seen many, even when HEAVILY weighted, fold up like a suitcase in the wind, when many heavier canopys were…"
William D. Hobbs replied to Cathy Hillegas's discussion mesh panels: pros and cons
"I've recently switched to using at least 2 mesh panels from flourish for my flourish canopy. I really have to second what Geoff said ........ they really cut down on space and weight for transport! ...... and they go up much…"
Connie Mettler left a comment for William D. Hobbs
"Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, William. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to having you as part of our community.
When you have a chance, please stop by the "Discussions" area to introduce yourself to the rest of us.…"
William D. Hobbs replied to Linda and Jim Dalton's discussion What's the worst question you have been asked at an art fair?
"Yes! I get this one all the time. Its so frustrating. You can see they want to figure out how much you're getting an hour. Fine art transends that. Usually this question comes from very ignorant people,…"
William D. Hobbs replied to Linda and Jim Dalton's discussion What's the worst question you have been asked at an art fair?
"When pointing to a painting, they say, "Doooooooood, whatsit go fer". When I tell them the price, they whistle and walk away. These people are called "whistling gofers". A high percentage…"
William D. Hobbs replied to Michelle Wermuth's discussion Sales tax question.
"Michelle, Even though I have a "brick and mortar" studio, I make a large portion of sales at out-of-state art shows. For these, I have tax lisences in each state I do business in. I then collect sales tax for that state and…"
Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 10:38am on September 3, 2011,
Caroline Kwas said… - We're at Westhampton this weekend. Crossing our fingers!
- At 11:06am on August 1, 2011,
Connie Mettler said… Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, William. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to having you as part of our community.
When you have a chance, please 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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Connie Mettler
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