"Have to say old man, tho I am off the circuit I still enjoy reading about life in the tents from you.
Glad you and wifeypoo made it out intact. You hit on tow of the worst components here, the organizers that continue to treat artists like cattle,…"
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mark zurek commented on Nels Johnson's blog post AN INSIDERS LOOK AT THE RECENT GASPARILLA--I LIVE THERE
mark zurek commented on Munks's blog post All Yours, Detroit
"Gave you my two cents on your blog page (less noise and whatnot there)
From the "world as we know it" side of the fence:
http://www.marchandmeffre.com/detroit/index.html
Figures the French would be all over this."
mark zurek commented on Nels Johnson's blog post ANOTHER TAKE ON THE LEXINGTON,KENTUCKY SHOW
"There is nothing that makes the miles fly by like XM radio. I used to stop on my way from Chitown to my place in Boulder, usually Ogalalla or the like.Installed it for the trip, 15 1/2 hours later I was sitting in my other driveway.I don't even…"
mark zurek commented on Wendy Zumpano's blog post Long Grove Art and Wine Fest, Long Grove, IL
"I was actually glad to see this.Think I made the right choice by not attending this show. The blog author hit the sweet spot right off when she said that Long Grove used to be popular. Living in the area, I remember those days when the…"
mark zurek replied to Maija Baynes's discussion Stinky Underarms....
"Maybe if you wore a gas mask he/she might get the hint."
mark zurek commented on mark zurek's blog post Crested Butte.An outsiders inside view.
"hey. My pleasure. We share a few things, and an appreciation of Crested is one. The show, if they stick to their guns, will continue to improve. They need a few more buying type folks to find it, and I think they are grounded enough to not to get…"
Christine Hauber commented on mark zurek's blog post Crested Butte.An outsiders inside view.
"Great review! And thanks for including me and the story of the vagabond artist. Hopefully your back will get better so you can continue to enjoy at least a handful of shows each year. I hope too to make it back into Crested Butte so that I can…"
Annette Piper commented on mark zurek's blog post Crested Butte.An outsiders inside view.
"Mark, what a wonderful review! You made me want to pack my bags and head on over straight away! Thank you :)"
mark zurek commented on Connie Mettler's blog post Planning for Emergencies at Outdoor Events
"There are shows (Ft. Worth) that have your cell #, and will give you live weather updates.They pass out a newsletter each morning to let you know the news of the show, and again , the weather. Others, you are pretty much on your own and your…"
mark zurek commented on mark zurek's blog post Crested Butte.An outsiders inside view.
"Nels, you would love this place, you share the similar outlooks on life. The photography, more horses then old cars, didn't see too many palm trees. It's a progressive laid back here, tolerent of lifestyles and ideals as long as you are…"
Nels Johnson commented on mark zurek's blog post Crested Butte.An outsiders inside view.
"Heck of a report, Markie boy. I bet the CofC would love to keep you around on a regular basis. It has always been my dream to shows up there some day. I just don't know how pictures of Jimmy Buffetts place and island bars will…"
mark zurek commented on steve appel's blog post Any reviews from Park City, Crested Butte, Etc.
"OK dude. I put my "review" of Crested up.Enjoy"
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Crested Butte.An outsiders inside view.
So here I was, the only show I did this year.Bad back and worse attitude have put me to the injured reserve list, but I had to do Crested. Just had to. The is something completely special about a place without a Starbucks or Home Depot.The show was two beautiful days of sunshine and smiling Texans. Most of us seemed to do "OK"…See More
Annette Coleman commented on mark zurek's blog post So, if your were to be interviewed.What would you want to be asked?
"Which is your favorite work and why?
If you teach how do your students influence your work?
Do you see any trends in art? In materials?
Good luck!"
Nels Johnson commented on mark zurek's blog post So, if your were to be interviewed.What would you want to be asked?
"Up and down. Have made great money at Artisphere, Des Moines and Krasl. Have got killed at Columbus, Boston Mills and Ann Arbor. Next up is Minneapolis, Lexington, Arts Beats and Eats, and St. Louis. Then Birmingham,…"
mark zurek commented on mark zurek's blog post So, if your were to be interviewed.What would you want to be asked?
"I will manage to make a fool out of myself.Pretty well used to it.
Howz the year for you? I dropped out of every show 'cept thisun'. Back complications have taken it's toll."
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- First show ever
- Boulder Fall Fest
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- What are the best things about art fairs
- Every one another adventure.Obviously, this is only one element of the real world of photography. It demands both creativity as well as marketing and sales expertise. More than a roving gallery, the social aspects something I never planned on.
- Best show ever and why
- Main St. Ft. Worth 08. Why? Sales were a knock out, our first exposure to the big time show.
- Worst show ever and why
- The Breckenridge shows (Mark Belling) as well as Boulder's 29th St. show last year (Howard Allen). Both well organized, the Breck crowd wasn't interested in what we do (more landscape and wildlife folks) while the 29th st was a first time "mall show".
- Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.
- Hmm. Hasn't happened other than because of weather. This another thing to worry about I guess.
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Crested Butte.An outsiders inside view.
Posted on August 15, 2011 at 10:30pm 6 Comments 0 Likes
So here I was, the only show I did this year.Bad back and worse attitude have put me to the injured reserve list, but I had to do Crested. Just had to. The is something completely special about a place without a Starbucks or Home Depot.
The show was two beautiful days of sunshine and smiling Texans. Most of us seemed…
So, if your were to be interviewed.What would you want to be asked?
Posted on July 27, 2011 at 11:30am 6 Comments 0 Likes
Tho I have stepped back from the grind this year, I did want to do at least one show and was fortunate to have been asked to do my favorite (for the scene,vibe, the the money is OK) at Crested Butte.The last few years I have done a blog or two (Inspired in no small way by Nels and the like) to give a real view of the show, it's people, and the experience.
They liked what I did, and asked me to do a photojournalistic thing this year.And they gave me a minion to help, so it's gonna be…
Continue Kohler Wisconnie show
Posted on May 21, 2011 at 12:27pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
Heard of it, no great expectations, but would appreciate any info from folks that have participated, especially re: booth locations or accomodations.Gracias.
Spreading the good spirit a bit
Posted on December 10, 2010 at 11:00am 16 Comments 0 Likes
An observation or two, a hope or three:
Nels aside (odd duck he is) I have found most photographers to be somewhat reserved, less outgoing than most artists. Perhaps the lack of social grace due in part to inherent shyness, even lack of confidence. I certainly qualify for all the above. After a few years of doing shows, I came out of my shell and stopped looking at the booth down the aisle (and down my nose) as…
Continue Ah, that first rejection of the year....
Posted on November 16, 2010 at 6:39pm 33 Comments 0 Likes
Just when I was basking in the glow of a fine end of the year show at Bayou City and dreaming of the relaxing Winter ahead, that ominus email came from Main St. Ft. Worth.
You stare at the message header for a full 24 hours before you read the thing. It takes that long to steel yourself for the enevitable " thanks, but no thanks".But wait, there is always that chance it's good news you're in, or maybe even the purgatory of the wait list. Hell, you re did the booth shots after reading…
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- At 6:19pm on October 05, 2010, Connie Mettler gave mark zurek a gift…
Many thanks, Mark, for the excellent link to this site at the yahoo group! I really appreciate it. Wish you had checked in here before you left CO for KY :(
- At 3:26pm on May 10, 2010, Connie Mettler gave mark zurek a gift…
- Congratulations, Mark. The members of Art Fair Insiders have chosen you as a Featured Artist. You are particularly noted for your forthright sharing that has stimulated good discussion. Best wishes.
- At 10:48pm on August 4, 2009,
Marilyn Robertson said… - I will be attending the Jackson show in AUgust and will let you know how things go. I just got back form the Big West Arts Festival in Sheridan WY. I have participated in the show for the past 3 years. Great show, well run and a good group of artists (no photography), wonderful music, a beautiful setting but everyones sales were down.
- At 9:00pm on April 5, 2009, Connie Mettler said…
- You probably didn't know, but my husband was a photographer, and we traveled and did shows with his b & w handcolored photos for almost 30 years - so I do know a little about the medium, probably more than any other one for that matter.
- At 8:58pm on April 5, 2009, Connie Mettler said…
- Wow! Really nice photography, Mark!!
No Red Rocks, or as Larry told me "slot canyons." I expect you should jury well into shows - and then you meet the people - the fun part of the business!
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