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Virtual Art Fair platforms Art fairs are investigating new "virtual" show platforms. What are the best ones to help art events keep going during this difficult year,… Started by Connie Mettler in Business of Art Fairs Latest Reply
Art Fair Cancellations--Post Here. Winter Park just canceled. As the info comes in about refunding booth fees, I will post that when I know it. Or, someone else can if they g… Started by Barry Bernstein in Art Show Information and Discussions Latest Reply
Any ideas on how to change demographics at the art fair? I need help with this question from my inbox: We produce a few local artisan shows at ___ _______ in __________, __. We have been producin… Started by Connie Mettler in Art Show Information and Discussions Latest Reply

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Virtual Art Fair platforms

Art fairs are investigating new "virtual" show platforms. What are the best ones to help art events keep going during this difficult year,…

Started by Connie Mettler in Business of Art Fairs Latest Reply

Art Fair Cancellations--Post Here.

Winter Park just canceled. As the info comes in about refunding booth fees, I will post that when I know it. Or, someone else can if they g…

Started by Barry Bernstein in Art Show Information and Discussions Latest Reply

Any ideas on how to change demographics at the art fair?

I need help with this question from my inbox: We produce a few local artisan shows at ___ _______ in __________, __. We have been producin…

Started by Connie Mettler in Art Show Information and Discussions Latest Reply

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Welcome to Art Fair Insiders! New to Art Fairs, or considering taking the plunge? Introduce yourself and find new friends in the art show and crafts business. Questions about the business? Before you ask look at the Forum categories below please! Try using the search box at top to find the wealth of information that's already been posted. If there's no answer post your question in Newbies Central discussion area.	1329	Jan 21 Display2Go panels - thoughts? by Kristen Nazzaro
Art Fair Reviews Write your review of a show you've participated in right here.	35	Jun 6, 2020 Reply by Sonja Jones
Jurying for Art Fairs & Craft Shows Preparing images for jury, presenting images, booth slides, zapplication, etc.	452	Feb 12 Reply by Robert Wallis
Art Show Information and Discussions Talk about specific art shows, includes questions & discussion not already posted on ArtShowReviews.com	2237	Feb 12 Reply by Mark Zirinsky
Business of Art Fairs Taxes, self-employment issues, insurance, credit card processing, and more...	498	on Monday Reply by Judy Christian
Call for Artists shows looking for artists to apply; administrators of the site only post here	9	Apr 9, 2020 Reply by Vincent Mattina
Ask the Photographer Questions about images, camera settings, lighting, backgrounds and anything else you might want to know about your jury images can be asked. Larry Berman has been working with artists for over 10 years helping them improve their jury images.	19	Feb 15 Reply by Scott Wheeler
Art Fair Equipment, Vendors & Suppliers What works? What's best? How can you make it better? Tents, weights, lighting, panels, art supplies, etc.	843	on Monday Reply by Robert Wallis
For Sale, Trade or Rent Sell your art show related equipment or supplies. If you have display equipment you rarely use, consider offering it for rental locally. And you can post if you're looking to rent a display. Don't forget to add a location to each post.	737	on Saturday Reply by Shermeen Sidiki
Buy, Sell or Trade Pro Panels Dedicated Pro Panel category - buy, sell or trade right here (sponsored by Pro Panels)	237	Feb 9 FOR SALE IN NEW MEXICO: propanels and accessories, lighting equipment by jan vanderburg
Booth Examples and Reviews When submitting to a jury, your booth shot can make THE difference between acceptance and rejection. If you would like feedback on your booth shot, submit your questions and photos here.	178	Sep 19, 2020 Reply by Fletcher Dean
Marketing & Sales of Your Art and Crafts Share tips on marketing, making sales and presentation of art at the shows.	292	10 hours ago Starting to move prices up... what "things" can help support that? by Rick Wallace
Web Site Reviews, Internet Marketing and Tech Web site reviews, e-commerce tips, and online marketing Q&A to help you sell more online after the show is over. Show us your website and we'll review it here.	162	Dec 27, 2020 Reply by Sayeed Syed
Questions & Answers for New Members Don't be shy. Ask the veterans. We have all the answers!	251	on Monday looking for 10x10 canopy with sides for sale by Lisa Allyn Brown
Hotel Tips, Home and Room Sharing for Artists Let's save some money. Looking to share a room at an art fair or do you live near a show? Make connections here to save money and make a new friend. Got any leads on hotel prices near a show? Let us know. Also, share Priceline tips here and lodging options.	74	Sep 4, 2019 Reply by Meg Mettler
Everything Else Share the news of your life - awards, babies, marriages, commissions, publishing, etc. What else would you like to talk about that doesn't fit a category? We're interested in all your personal stories, too.	461	Jan 20 Reply by Larry Maynard
In Memoriam Share information about people who are part of the art fair community: artists, artist partners, show organizers, etc.	56	Nov 11, 2020 In Memoriam, Artist Ron Scarborough by Connie Mettler
Wholesale Business Talk about wholesaling fine art and fine craft, both at the large wholesale markets, using a rep and on your own. What are the benefits and pitfalls?	12	Dec 21, 2018 Wholesale Opportunity for Handmade - Midwest by Andrea Rosenfeld