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I was demonstrating throwing and a bystander wanted a cup. She said "I'll pick it up tomorrow." when I explained that was not possible I didn't get the sale.
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Art Show Information and Discussions (2358)
Do Show Reviews Effect Your Chances of Getting into a Show?
Do you think posting show reviews effects your chances of getting into shows? I know that the internet has changed how information is made available and shared. I wonder what artists think when they read a particularly good or bad review. If a good r
Read more…East Bridge Art and Music Festival, Owensboro, KY.
Howdy,
I attended my first art fair yesterday, as well as it being in it's inaugural year itself. So gauging from art fair experience I can't say much, but I though they did an excellent job.
They had plenty of volunteers to help us get our things mo
Read more…Breakage
Just thought of another one. I had a one man show at the Michigan state Fair and a woman knocked over and shattered one of my sculptures. Her statement, "Things like that will happen,"
Read more…Question for those of you who do the Collingswood, NJ shows...
I tend to do better at shows advertised as Fine Art rather than Fine Art and Craft but I know there are many exceptions. I was wondering if those of you with more 2D work find this show works well for you. I live in a Phila suburb and although not
Read more…How do you respond?
I know there has been a recent thread on artist etiquette.
Im still wondering how you respond to someone who has looked at all of your art and is leaving and says 'Thankyou' .
'Your welcome' seems .....dull.
What do you say after a thankyou? So
Read more…Arts Beats & Eats trying to sell indoor spaces?
Arts Beats & Eats offering to sell indoor spaces?
I just received an e-mail from a Mike Byrne offering to sell spaces inside the theater in Royal Oak for $400.
Connie, are you aware of this?
Larry Berman
http://BermanGraphics.com
412-401-8100
Shoplifters- - - - - On the Rise?
We have had at least 3 instances of shoplifting jewelry from our booth this year as opposed to twice in the preceding 7 years. Anyone else having an increase? I was at the Art Fair on Mellwood last weekend. A couple of women hit our aisle. They w
Read more…Peters Valley Craft Art Fair, New Jersey
Hi - I am a new member and this is my first posting. Does anyone know anything about the Peters Valley Craft Art Fair - this is it's 41st year and it is held September 24th and 25th.
I am a jeweler who works in metal and would be so grateful for any
Read more…I need some cheapie filler shows for the fall in Western NY/PA
After a fairly rough summer (including a huge amount wasted on the Westport CT show a couple weeks ago (no crowd, and the crowd that was there wasnt interested) I'm finding myself needing some filler shows in NY and PA- you know, those little cheap g
Read more…Top 10 Craft shows
There are many discussions on the top ten art shows. I'd like to see discussion on top craft shows.
The big ones that come to mind are Yellow Daisy, Stone Mountain,GA and Christmas in the Country, Hamburg, NY. What are some of your top shows?
Read more…October/November in FL
I have stayed in Miami the last 2 season, but trying to expand. I have searched and can't find info on the quality of shows for Winter Springs(10/15-16) and St Armonds Circle(11/12). I got South Miami 11/2 but other than that, would love any recommen
Read more…ArtWorks Arts Festival in Melbourne, FL
I don't believe this show has been reviewed here. Has anyone done this show? How did you do? What sold best (price range, subject matter, etc.)? Was it worth traveling for? It seems interesting and it fits into my schedule. I live in Miami, so it wou
Read more…What's a polite & good way to deny a "donation" of art request?
I have donated several works to non-profit groups and charities in the past. Personally, the act made me feel good that proceeds would go to a charity I know and support. However, professionally, I have never had any patron in the past come to me a
Read more…Art Festival Rankings in Sunshine Artist Magazine
Of course my free subscription ran out in August, right before the annual ranking issue.
Would someone be so kind as to list atleast the top 20 shows?
When I worked in the Grove office, the excitement when SA called to tell them they were number on
Read more…Looking for samples/examples of successful grant/"public works artist call" application.
I will be applying to several "Public Works", State funded artist-calls for public art programs for the first time. Does anyone know of a good book (Amazon), website, or sample PDF with URL of successful applications / or just expert samples of an a
Read more…Using Guest Books
I just finished sending thank you emails to the people who visited my booth the last two shows.
I'm wondering how many people use guest books, do you send thank you messages, is it a good practice and has anyone gotten orders from doing this?
greg
Read more…What are you doing this weekend - August 27 & 28?
If you are in the Midwest the really two big shows this weekend are both in Chicago, the very fine American Craft Expo in Evanston and Amy Amdur's flagship show in Highland Park, the Port Clinton Art Fair. Will you be there?
Where will you be and wha
Read more…HURRICANE!
We all know there's a storm coming up the east coast this weekend (8-27 & 28). Is anyone doing any shows in the storm's path? And what are your plans?
Thankfully, we have this weekend off as the storm may be heading for New England. I was just liste
Read more…Sugarloaf Crafts Festivals Reviews
I was wondering if anyone has worked with these shows and would be willing to add their experiences over in the Art Fair Reviews?
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