This is my first year of applying to shows, so I guess I'm not yet familiar with the entire workflow through the Zapplication site. But I have one show application out that has proceeded differently than the others (at least in my limited experience
Read more…While the preponderance of my work, from creation to time on project is done with pen in hand, on occasion I include other mediums, such as charcoal, colored pencil or gouache watercolor. The first two, charcoal and pencils are easy, I am still
Read more…Please critique my booth shot so I can fix it... metal is hard to show... No cnc involved here, everything is made by hand and I do all our powdercoating. I need to make a new booth shot
I filled out an application up to the submission point, only to find the 100 character “Statement” or “Sample Description” do not show up when I do “Preview as Juror. ” When I hover over the “i” in the middle of each image, no 100 character “Stateme
Read more…I am a mixed media jeweler. When I lay my pieces on a light table or even suspending them I do not get good results when taking pictures. Does anyone have success with using either a neck form or a women's neck or wrist when taking a photo for jury
Read more…I'm wondering if it matters to a jury whether the jury photos are season appropriate?
I do wearable art and would like to use a spring/summer item for a shot but does that matter if it's for a winter show?
Read more…When I first started this insanity, I was a paper maker with handbound books as my primary product. Over the years the absurdity of making my own paper with which to make books was brought home to me when a show promoter said to me "Pat, nobody knows
Read more…I'm wondering if jurors prefer the use of models or mannequins when judging wearable art? I think the work shows better on models but I've heard that some jurors feel they are a distraction.
Read more…I applied months ago to participate (or at least display my work) at the KRASL Artisan Market in November - and low and behold today I received acceptance to both applications. What i am wondering is what your experience might have been with this ma
Read more…2015 is the first year that I have applied to any show that uses Zapp. Thanks to the invaluable information everyone has shared on this this site, especially Larry Berman, I have successfully been invited to the shows so far (knock on wood). My quest
Read more…My desktop monitor bit the dust this morning. I don’t use a laptop. I prefer a desktop, I don't like the way you have to position a laptop screen at just the right angle to see it. I have a huge desk and do everything computer related there. It can b
Read more…I'm no photographer so I am hoping you all can answer this for me in a way that is simple, remember some of us are those point and click kinda people. What is the best way to photograph stained glass type stuff? I do all my pics outside (to save yo
Read more…This is my first year to apply for art fairs. I am curious why I never receive panel results. How can I ever know what I'm doing wrong if I never find out what they are saying about my artwork or my photos?
Read more…One of Connie's excellent 10 ideas was to watch a jurying process. How can I find one? I am in Southwest Florida. Thanks for your help.
Read more…I am bummed out today because I just got a rejection for a show that I have done for the last two years. It's a nice show, but a mostly local show. In addition I got rejected (again!) from another local show that I did two years ago and now have be
Read more…This is my first full year of doing large juried art shows and I've so much to learn. When I get a rejection letter, I always write the show director back thanking them for the opportunity to apply and let them know I'd appreciate any comments or cr
Read more…I getting ready to do jury shots for my wearable art. I do a combination of felted work and also knitted. The items include hats, handbags, scarves, and clothing. I've read that jurors want to see "like" items or things that correspond in some way.
Read more…I saw the specifications in the prospectus stated that the images should be RGB. Could that be right? If they are going to be viewed digitally, shouldn’t they be sRGB? All my ZAPP, JAS and other images for digital jurying are sRGB. The images are t
Read more…I have done local and regional shows for years but I want to expand and try to get in the top ranked shows. I know I can't get accepted with my current both setup. I don't mind making the investment in a new tent and display panels as long as I know
Read more…I make tiaras. They are fanciful and elegant. I use feathers, vintage jewelry, watch parts, gears, as well as glass beads and pearls. I consider them accessories, but that is never a category of its own. I hate to try to get in under jewelry as th
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