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Read more…I will be at my first art fair end of the month and need to purchase display panels for my tent. I'm not sure if I should do full 3 walls or the set up that has a 'door frame/space in the back. Even though I like the look of the full 3 walls, my conc
Read more…I'm looking for a used Trimline Canopy with walls and possibly one with mesh walls if the price is right. I live in the Des Moines metro area.
Read more…Anyone know of a ten rental company that serves Naples Fl? Tents for Events is no longer doing it.
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Finally: invited to 3 shows on consecutive weekends in a remote location, so it cuts down on the driving! That said, I have not been to any of these shows, so curious about good and/or bad experiences. Shows are:
- Woodlands Waterways Art Fe
Got invited into Boca Raton Hot Works end of January. Should I do this one or try for the Key West Craft show?
Read more…Was accepted into show for Feb 2023 and can't seem to find current reviews by artists. Your input is appreciated.
Mike
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This is my first year exhibiting as a painter. I've gotten in 3 shows, rejected on 3 more and waitlisted on 2 others. From your experience, what is the likelihood of getting a call? Any idea how many artists are on the waitlist? I'm guessing the Pa
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I will be renting an RV for the first time for a festival in November. My husband and I are "testing the waters" with this, as it is more cost efficient than a hotel, especially during Florida festival season which overlaps with college spring
Read more…A message from ArtFest Fort Myers Staff: We are truly grateful to those of you who continue to reach out to us in the wake of Hurricane Ian. We are thankful to report that we are all safe and have experienced minimal damage.
Many photos have been cir
Read more…I received an email to signup for a holiday store booth. The company name is State of the Arts Promotions and upon looking up the information with the state, quickly found out it is Tim Newberg. He has been notorious for not paying artists, including
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Thank you for including me in your group! I'm fairly new to outdoor shows, in our third year. I'm a painter on gallery wrap canvas. Longest size usually 48 inches. I've seen these nice transport carts that are covered in canvas or car
Read more…Hello! I've done many art shows in my home state and am looking to cross state lines in the next year. For the closer shows I can drive, but for the longer distances flying is probably the route I will need to go. I have a ProPanel set up with som
Read more…I have a very odd question about propanels that I'm curious as to if anyone has had a similar situation.
I am looking at buying a trailer to tow everything and found that for my vehicle, I can't tow anything heavier than a 4x6. That causes issues for
Read more…Hello all! My first festival is next month in Evergreen CO. I have plenty of art ready to go, but wonder about the best way to get the layout of each wall ahead of time so the actual setup goes smoothly. I know I'll be moving things around a lot to
Read more…Hi everyone !
Our company Melt Glass Studios is looking for a used Flourish/Trim Line or Showoff dome tent. Will pay to ship . We are in Florida.
Mike @619-488-7475
Read more…Need 6-9, 7' tall, 38.5 wide, knock down black pro panels. Preferably in Texas. Thank you!
Read more…Hello,
I work mostly in Encaustic Medium but I also do Acrylic Mixed Media paintings and Original Art lamps with watercolor and encaustic.
I'm getting ready to apply to juried artfairs. I'm pretty sure I have to submit and pay a separate entry for each
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Does anyone know of a good company that will provide insurance for artwork that is displayed at art fairs?
Thanks
- Mike
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I already have gotten so much great info from this site. Thank you!
I am getting ready for my first multi-day art fair and have a few questions:
--I paint acrylic paintings in a variety of sizes. I know how to package the smaller pieces. But ho
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