Not sure what to call this type of "auction" that a customer saw at a recent show. A customer had described something he saw as a neat marketing tool and I wonder if any of you have have done this or seen it or even how it is done. I am working off o
Read more…Chicago Events is going to sponsor this August event and if anyone has an opinion about them or the event please pass along. Jim Williams, lakeviewblvd@comcast.net
Read more…I am looking to get onto the art fair track and need all the goodies to get started… I am looking for a used kit in good condition.. I am living in Santa Fe NM. I am willing to pick up anywhere in the Southwest.
BEST AND THANKS FOR KEEPING ME IN MIN
Read more…Although they have served me well, I would like to upgrade from velvet stands and folding tables. I'm looking to buy portable jewelry display stands for a professional look!
Read more…There is a nice article in Norfolk's Virginian Pilot today about outdoor Art Shows. Check it out online at http://hamptonroads.com/2014/05/outdoor-art-shows-behind-white-tents#fest
Read more…Has anyone ever considered or advertised in local newspapers/news websites for the few weeks prior to their art shows? It's something I am considering, pending the price tag of it, for some of the better shows if I get accepted. This is something I w
Read more…Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival at Town Center - May 17 & 18 - Fiber artist Cindy Griselda reported that some time between the show’s 8 p.m. closing on Saturday and the morning opening on Sunday, six works were stolen from her booth on Market St
Read more…I've done shows for a few years now in Florida mostly in Southwest Florida, because that's where I live. The shows have been hit or miss, but at least I haven't spent a lot of money on travel. I know that shows are WAY over saturated in Florida (th
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Living in Pittsburgh, I walk the Three Rivers show both periods each year and introduce myself to the artists. If anyone is doing Three Rivers and needs a booth picture, give me a call (412-401-8100) and we'll set u
My medium is jewelry just in case it's not obvious :-) It does take my hubby & I over 3 hours to set it up but amazingly only 1 1/2 to tear down.
What a disappointment! I just feel the need to let any other newcomers to the art fair scene know that this show is not worth doing unless you have a product that would appeal to tourists. This show is not supported by the locals. I barely made expe
Read more…I have my own 24" printer and it wouldn't be a horrible task to print up some low dpi prints of clouds and blue sky, glue it to large panels of cardboard (maybe something more rigid) and hang these panels on an angle in the ceiling of the tent - ther
Read more…I had an issue at my last show... I for got my receipt book! DUH! Anyways this made me go looking to see what new things were available. I use my iPad and PayPal for CC's. In my searching I came across the Star Micronics SM-200i receipt printer,
Read more…It was just a minor ST last night and I wake up to see my Canopy all messed up. I set it up in my backyard on the deck, anchored it with proper weighted. It wasn't blown away, in fact it didn't even move a bit. But all the legs have been bent and
Read more…340.00 solid charcoal gray 30''x7ft like new 5 know down panels
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Read more…Has anyone done the Downtown Denver Art Fair? This year it's May 23rd. I've been invited but it's a 2000 mile round trip. I'd be doing only this show so it'd have to be a good one. I do wood wall hangings which go from $700 to $5000. Anyone have an o
Read more…Hello everyone! I am new to the art fest world. Very new, as in I've never done a fest show. I have experience selling my work online and in galleries, and am just now trying the art fest route. I bought a gently used Trimline 10' x 10' tent, but th
Read more…Had a very crazy weekend finishing some images, learning how to set up a trimline canopy and my propanels before the rains come in for the week so I can begin the art show application process for this year before it gets too late. Lots of learring cu
Hey Yall,
Finally got the go ahead to start back in shows with a question-so dang excited!
Is it better to pack your booth with a lot of artwork well organized and spaced well or just replace pieces when they sell?
Thanks
Heather
Read more…This year I have not heard back, and am wondering if my app never made it to them.
If anyone has heard anything from Medina about their July show, could you please let me know. I want to verify that the acceptance/rejection letters were sent, as I ha
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