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Do you shmooze with the judge at a show?
Last year at the Neptune Festival was my first show with judging and prize money. It was really funny - because I didn't really know how it all worked. When the judge and his assistant come through my booth - and then put an orange dot on my placard,
Read more…Art Show/Craft Show Insurance Anywhere in the Country
Hello,
I saw on the blog some mention of RLI Insurance Company. I am an agent for RLI and noticed that some of the memebers on this forum had some questions concering the Business Owners Policy (BOP). I am not trying to sell my product on this site, b
artfest scottsdale ? help need feedback asap
anyone know about this show in november artfest of scottsdale 2010
Read more…Rio Grand Art and Craft Show, Albuquerque over Thanksgiving weekend
Any comments or experience with this art fair? Any information will be helpful. Trying to decide whether to attend or not.
1st National Feedback?
Hi,
How do you judge "success" at a show?
That may seem like a fairly obtuse question in the subject, but remember that I am a newbie to this.
I am presently preparing for a 3-day, outdoor show. Part of my challenge as a first-timer is knowing how much inventory to have at the show.
So, my qu
Used Light Dome or Flourish Tent/Canopy
Looking for a used canopy in Colorado or Nebraska. Or I would even pay to have it shipped.
Read more…liability insurance
where do i purchase liability insurance for my tent? What is a good company?
Read more…Representatives vs. Authentic Artist at Shows
One of the rules, in my experience of most shows I've done, is the artist must be present in the booth/at the show.
I noticed several booths this past year not adhering to this rule. When my potential customers ask me if I'm the artist - I ask them wh
War Eagle Art Festival -- Rogers, Arkansas
Has anyone done the War Eagle Art Festival in the spring? It is scheduled for weekend of May 7th, 2010. How are the crowds in the spring festival? Any estimates on average sales?
Read more…The Border and Canadian Shows
Looking for some insight and wisdom. What are people experiences getting their stuff back and forth across the border? (US to Canada and back to the US) What to do? What not to do? Paperwork? Registrations (tax) etc etc etc. All that good kind of stu
Read more…Hi from Wisconsin!
My name is Cassius. I have been into photography for almost 4 years now. Last year I did my first art fair in August. Looking to learn as much as possible. I would like to continue adding more art fairs into my schedule.
Read more…Cherry Creek Jury Review
My review of the Cherry Creek jury is up: http://bermangraphics.com/artshows/cherry-creek-2010.htm Larry Berman Digital Jury Services http://BermanGraphics.com 412-401-8100
Read more…Sugarloaf Festivals
Can anyone comment about the Sugarloaf Craft Festivals along the Eastern Seaboard states? Particularly MD and PA.
Read more…Accounting Question
Does anyone have any insight weather to use the accrual or cash method of accounting. I am a fiber artist who creates handbags and has inventory and supplies. Thanks.
Read more…Traveling/doing shows with fellow crafts people.
Here's an informal poll. How many of you all travel and/or do shows with friends as in do a "circuit" together? This could be applying to shows together meet up for dinner to shoot the bull or share travel expenses such as hotel... Personally I have
Read more…Need glue recommendation
I'm "attempting" to do some beaded work on pewter bowls, stainless steel salad servers, and the like. I can't seem to find a good glue that sticks glass to silver or other smooth surfaces. I've tried the two-part epoxy but one use and the tip is perm
Read more…Little Falls Arts & Crafts Fair Sept 12-13 Minnesota Any Advice???
Hello- Has anyone done the Little Falls Arts & Crafts Fair Downtown Little Falls, MN? It's advertised as 100,000K attendance, $220 Booth Fee, 650 Exhibitors. I would like some experienced feedback if you have done it. Thanks.
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