Different Groups
Are there different groups on here such as photography groups?
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Questions & Answers for New Members (294)
Starting up again after several year hiatus - guidance welcomed!
Hi everyone! My name is Jeanie and I am new to AFI. I reside in Toronto, Canada and am a jewelry artist (oh no! Not another one!) I work with a blend of vintage/antique brass and new materials, and started my business in 1992. Several life events o
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Well I need some help. I'm planning on becoming self-employed next year in January. I know how to work and keep working every day, how to save my receipts, how & where to sell what I make, and I know I can and will make a profit. I have a great book
Read more…I need some advice from you veterans
Hey guys, I am fairly new to the art fair game and had a good year this past year, but I am learning through trial and error which shows to go back to next year. I would like to make next year as easy as possible, so if you could help me out I would
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Thank you in advance for your reply. I will be doing my first juried Art Fairs this year (first one is in three months). I have read various posts, blogs and articles online regarding the business side and photography tips. I have the following quest
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As a new participant, cannot seemto get a good handle on which shows to do. For me it is such a huge layout of money,so far in advance! I was hoping this was something I could do more, when I retire from being an RN, in a few years...but retirement k
Read more…Tell me what you think...
I don't know if this is appropriate for this forum... I am just starting out and haven't ever participated in a show. Sold a couple pieces here and there but nothing major. I wonder if you guys can look at my web site and tell me if you think this st
Read more…Newbie Question
I am an Art Fair newbie and want to know if it is common practice to apply to more than one show for a particular weekend in the event that you don't get into the one you want the most. Please reply Thanks!
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My boyfriend and I are hoping to start doing Art Fairs in 2010. We are total novices. He is the artist but is out fo the country 6 months each year so I am the one doing research. I have read your forums and know that many of you have the expertise t
Read more…Newcomer to the business
Hi I am moving from the sunshine state to the mountain state for the fall and winter. I am planning to build enough inventory to begin art fairs by spring. Anyone have any tips or suggestions on shows in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, Indiana, Virgini
Read more…non juried art shows
As a new artist, I would like to start with a non juried art fair....is this something I should do to build up my confidence and knowledge of art fairs. Tkis Rosie
Read more…Art Shows In Florida, NewB
Greetings, I am just getting started with exhibition. Looking for tips on the best ways to find, register for art shows in Florida etc. Any good books or info on the whole process?
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Hello, I know this sounds weird, but my artwork does not fall into the normal categories and I think I just missed out making a juried show as I entered the wrong medium. I am on the wait list, but think if I had entered correctly I might have just
Read more…Dumb newbie questions
Hi all! I'm just trying to start out in art/craft fairs, doing basic research and trying to learn enough not to embarrass myself totally. But there are some things I haven't been able to find out. Like: are exhibitors expected to be able to take cred
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