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elynn bernstein
  • Hendersonville, NC
  • United States
  • Nuno felt
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elynn bernstein commented on elynn bernstein's blog post Teaching and Being Taught -Art
"yes I can relate, I was grocery shopping and one of the kids I taught in the preschool screamed out 'hey you are my teacher.' It was  fun. I bet if called  around you could find an opportunity to teach kids. i called that school…"
Jan 23
Kathleen J. Clausen commented on elynn bernstein's blog post Teaching and Being Taught -Art
"Elynn, I was an Occupational Therapist for about 35 years which included a lot of teaching.  I love teaching jewelry techniques.  It would be a blast to teach children.  I wish I had an art background,but I keep taking classes and…"
Jan 23
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Teaching and Being Taught -Art

As a young child I always created art -preferring to paint and draw rather than  join my friends at the mall. I loved copying Cezanne, Van Gogh, and Matisse.As a college student I studied art, design and painting.  As an adult I found, not only did I have a desire to make art professionally but also to teach people,  young and…See More
Jan 20
Connie Mettler left a comment for elynn bernstein
"Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Elynn. 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.…"
Dec 5, 2011
elynn bernstein commented on elynn bernstein's blog post What’s in a name?
"true"
Dec 4, 2011
Greg Little commented on elynn bernstein's blog post What’s in a name?
"Call yourself whatever you choose...after all, they are just words...but always do what you are passionate about doing."
Dec 4, 2011
elynn bernstein commented on elynn bernstein's blog post What’s in a name?
"who would use "i am a vendor" in place of artist? "
Dec 4, 2011
Christine Heisler commented on elynn bernstein's blog post What’s in a name?
"I frankly have no problem in the least identifying myself as an artist.  I have a degree in it, so that ought to be enough.  There are plenty of "economists, historians, chemists," etc. identified that way.  But beyond the…"
Dec 4, 2011
elynn bernstein commented on elynn bernstein's blog post The One of Kind Show in NYC 2011
"I can confirm not seeing any customers , we were thee on Sunday, it was dead.  What a lousy experience you had."
Dec 4, 2011
Jane Shaffer commented on elynn bernstein's blog post The One of Kind Show in NYC 2011
"We did Richard Rothbard's American Craft Show at the Javits Center two weeks ago -- Richard may know artists, but neither he nor anyone else on his staff bothered to introduce themselves to us or even say one word to us all weekend. …"
Dec 3, 2011
elynn bernstein commented on elynn bernstein's blog post The One of Kind Show in NYC 2011
"Thank you for describing what goes on at the show in more detail. Yes, I am not at that level either. I hope to be able to attend one day, and see for myself. In the meantime one of our fellow artfairinsiders is going this weekend and has promised…"
Dec 2, 2011
elynn bernstein commented on elynn bernstein's blog post What’s in a name?
"Marsha,  Believe me there is an art to marketing your product and it is no fun . especially for one who just wants to create things. I talk about this on my blog  at: why AM I WRITING A BLOG NOW? check it out. "
Dec 2, 2011
Elizabeth Kline commented on elynn bernstein's blog post The One of Kind Show in NYC 2011
"I have known people (other jewelry artists, mostly) who have done the OOAK in Chicago, and are doing it again this year. They say it's their best show the entire year. I attended last year (thinking about going this year too), and not only did…"
Dec 2, 2011
Kathleen J. Clausen commented on elynn bernstein's blog post The One of Kind Show in NYC 2011
"Thanks, Barry.  I have no aspirations for this type of show, especially now that I know what it really entails :D."
Dec 2, 2011
Barry Bernstein commented on elynn bernstein's blog post The One of Kind Show in NYC 2011
"OOAK has very little to do with one-of-a-kind or art.  This is not an art show like the Smithsonian show or Winter Park.  Go to the web site for the Chicago show. First of all, it's expensive because it is at the Merchandise Mart and…"
Dec 2, 2011
Barbara Westlake-Kenny commented on elynn bernstein's blog post What’s in a name?
"An artist is quite simply a person who produces works in any of the arts that are primarity subject to aesthetic criteria. This word is not a judgment on whether or not someone has reached a certain, subjective skill level. Don't overthink…"
Dec 2, 2011

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Your Medium
Nuno felt
Years in the Art Fair Business
one
First show ever
Inspired Arts Group show sponsored by Flat Rock Playhouse, Flat Rock North Carolina
What is your website?
http://www.amanostudios.com
What are the best things about art fairs
meeting the potential buyers and educating them about what is involved in Felting.
Best show ever and why
Southern Highland Craft Guild -2011
Worst show ever and why
not enough experience yet
Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.
I wanted to post something about a recent fair , so i goggled One of a Kind show and got this website

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Teaching and Being Taught -Art

Posted on January 20, 2012 at 11:53am 2 Comments

As a young child I always created art -preferring to paint and draw rather than  join my friends at the mall. I loved copying Cezanne, Van Gogh, and Matisse.

As a college student I studied art, design and painting.  As an adult I found, not only did I have a desire to make art professionally but also to teach people,…

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The One of Kind Show in NYC 2011

Posted on November 30, 2011 at 5:00pm 20 Comments

I was just in NYC for Thanksgiving, I was so excited because the ONE OF A KIND Show in NYC was supposed to be going on Nov 11-13 and Nov 17-20.This is a show  I had always wanted to see and this time it was finally going to  happen.  NOT!!!  

While at my sisters house in Riverdale NY I double checked the show information online. I   was somewhat surprised to find that the event was not posted consistently throughout the web. Some posts had both weekend dates listed and some posts only…

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What’s in a name?

Posted on November 30, 2011 at 4:33pm 15 Comments

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At 11:06pm on December 5, 2011, Connie Mettler said…

Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Elynn. 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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We also ask that all new members take a few moments of their time to read the code of conduct. You will find it at http://www.artfairinsiders.com/page/code-of-conduct. There are a few guidelines that all members will need to follow because , as in any social community, we all need to work together.

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