I've been researching software that offers the ability to manage the editioning and establishing a provenance of work, create and send invoices, track exhibit history, etc. but have found a dearth of reasonably priced offerings. There are several t
Read more…I received an email from the organizers asking me if I would be interested in the show again this year. The twist is that they are planning to do it as a curated event this year, whatever that means. I was asked to send a copy of a single work, which
Read more…I'm looking for crush proof/resistant mailing tubes for shipping large format prints (17x22ish). I tried the triangular tubes that USPS provides, but the first one I mailed got smashed en route. Any suggestions?
Read more…Just joined a couple of days ago although I've been reading these discussions for months.
My name is Doug. I live in the Cleveland, OH area. My primary interest is bird photography (www.thebirdphotographer.com).
The only shows I've ever done has be
Read more…I'm still in the red! Well, let me give a capsule review of Summer 15 so far. Kenan Center, 100 American Craftsmen, Lockport NY. Once prestigious, started to fail, artists jumped ship, organizers worked on it, promised improvements, lured some of us
Read more…Well, the shows finally got a little better here in Western NY. The rain storms stopped messing with us in July and I could assess things without factoring in "except for the rain".
My best shows, as always, have been at the Chautauqua Institution. I
Read more…So I just applied for a great show in Denver, CO. I got accepted, and upon receiving the information about it, they mentioned it was an 8x8 foot space. Fortunately they provide great tents, (so I don't have to purchase another tent). but I already pu
Read more…I was wondering if anyone has done this show and could offer any insight? The dates are Sept 12-13. Its a D&W show. Thanks!
Read more…Hello! I am a painter with price ranging from 600-2500$ (most over 1000$), very colourful, somewhat abstract. Am trying to decide whether to go to Covington or Telfair. I have heard good things about Covington but not from anyone in my media. Telfair
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I'm a photographer and currently use Pro Panels, which I like. However, I'm looking to save space in my Sienna and was thinking about replacing the Pro Panels with the Flourish mesh panels. However, I have an EZ Up tent and am a little concerned
Read more…I just read this article http://www.retaildoc.com/blog/how-to-avoid-hearing-a-retail-selling-customers-no-im-just-looking-again and was thinking about ways we could make this work in a 10 x 10 booth. The suggestion of waiting 10 seconds before greeti
Read more…And there's not much time to react. I first became aware of this just yesterday. The Illustrators Partnership has a blog that discusses the issue in detail and has links to important background information. There's a lot to read, including the 150 pa
Read more…A really big weekend for art fairs throughout the middle of the country. Are you going to be at any of these?
Broad Ripple Art Fair in Indianapolis:
http://www.ibj.com/blogs/1-lou-harry-s-a-e/post/53162-ticket-giveaway-broad-ripple-art-fair
Art on t
Read more…This is an actual show pic from this past weekend and represents my usual set up. I had no way of ironing tablecloths. Please advise, but be as gentle as you can. It's been a rough morning already.
I was reading about a canopy and the reviews said it was noticeably cooler, and it looked interesting because it claimed they have some silver metallic coating on their canopy that reflects sun/heat.
It sounds really interesting, but someone I talke
Read more…I've been trying Wix out as a site-builder. Easy, nice layouts, lots to like. However, they can't wrap text around a picture. I can't decide if that is a deal-breaker or not but if they can't do something that basic what else will I find as I go alon
Read more…Hello everyone I've been looking at joining the racks and looking for my first show. Looking for some helpful thing to consider or if anyone knows some good shows around Louisiana they could recommend.
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I wanted to stop by and introduce myself. I'm Abbyanna. I paint portraits and landscapes in oil. While I have done some indoor art shows a few years ago, I'm just now starting to participate in outdoor art fairs.
It seems like an over
Read more…About 90 minutes from Chicago, in the heart of Harbor Country of Southwest Michigan, a local artist is selling her secluded home and art studio in coveted Camp Madron. Common areas include use of the "Great Lodge" for hosting large events.
"Camp Ma
Read more…Good morning everyone! I am new to this site and new to the art world so to speak. I started painting at my local civic center in January 2011 and I have found my passion. I have sold some paintings online, however I did my first art fair this mont
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