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  • Jacki Bilsborrow August 28, 2012 at 10:34pm

    Daniela, Leo has given you many good things to keep in mind when trying to decide what shows are good for you.  He also has given you the link to a blog post Ruth Finkenbiner has started about doing your homework when deciding on what shows to do.  All of that stuff is vital and will help you to be in the show that is best for you.  That is the bottom line, the show that is best for you. 

    While Art Fair Source Book mainly covers the financial aspects of shows, www.artshowreviews.com covers many points of interest to the artists.  You can often times see several reviews on the same show.  That gives you several points of view to ponder.  Take a look at our website and see what you think.  Look up the shows that you are interested in doing.  Now, keep in mind we are still working on the website.  So, check back often.  I hope this helps you, too.

  • Ken Shields August 27, 2012 at 7:55pm

    My best show ever was last year in Alexandria, Va. Everyone I talked to was doing well.....

    • Daniela Lo Presti > Ken Shields August 28, 2012 at 5:43pm

      Thank you. This forum is so warm and welcoming I'm happy I joined.

    • Alison Thomas > Ken Shields August 28, 2012 at 11:23am

      Happy to hear that since I'm going to be there next weekend :-)

      • Ken Shields > Alison Thomas August 28, 2012 at 2:03pm

        Good Luck !  See you there.....

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    • Daniela Lo Presti August 27, 2012 at 2:54pm

      Leo what a wonderful and thoughtful response. There are so many factors when it comes to something being a success. I guess each show truly is its own experience and while one show will be exceptional for one person another can be terrible. I have experienced that at jewelry trade shows. I like people's opinions though on what has worked for them and their personal insights.

       

      I think the list is great to consult with and networking with others are truly. Personal insight is crucial as well and I have already had one bad experience to learn that I will research any show I do ahead of time and look for reviews about the show itself from other artists and independent sources. I guess you live and learn to find the best.

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