I haven't done any art fairs for a while. I took time off to make art and try to get into more galleries - and then my personal life got in the way [no details here, read my blog if you really want more info]. I also thought we were moving this sprin
Read more…The season here in sw florida is almost over, except for a mother's day weekend show. Has anyone had experiences with any local Christmas in July type shows? I don't want to sit idle from May- September, but cannot travel too far. Somewhere between
Read more…I haven't done a show for 6 years. And will be diving back in at the CPFA in July. I used to use a nurit machine for credit cards, I guess technology has changed a bit and I am told it is now useless due to the way it connected to cellular signals. W
Read more…Did anyone do the Charlotte Fine art show in December? I am looking for a December show somewhere in North Carolina and am curious about this show. Any info will be helpful. Thanks
Read more…I’m on the wait list for the May Birmingham MI show. I have not been on the wait list before, since the guild has been running it; or for any Guild show, for that matter. The Guild gave me my number, which is # 6 in Jewelry Precious.
This is low eno
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I've now counted 6 current independent discussions on the topic of insurance that all cover the same ground. I'm wondering if we could all agree to combine these into one post so that:
1. It's easier for everyone to follow and share i
Read more…I know this forum primarily deals with the Craft Fair circuit but has anyone used the site Handmade Craft Show (http://handmadecraftshow.com/) to promote their online business or Etsy Shop?
I'm considering signing up and I'd love to hear some fee
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When I am looking for shows to apply for my first check is number of expected attendance, then location, and then others. My question is I am doing this all wrong, as I mostly feel the more people attending a show the better your chances
Read more…I am wanting to enter the art fair circuit as a painter, however I don't have a tent. After reading all I can find and lurking about art shows I think I want to invest in a trimline or something similar. If you have a gently used tent you are looking
Read more…Hello All! Totally new here.
First, I am so grateful for all the information being provided, what a great resource. Thank you!
Question, I was accepted to East Lansing this year and am looking for any recommendations regarding the show and where to
Read more…This question is for anyone who has done this show in the past. I am doing the show this year and as I was reading thru the materials it talks about lighting for the evening hours even though no electric is provided. Any suggetions from those who h
Read more…OK!! I'll start this.
The best thing about Art Fair Insiders is... meeting all the people on this web site that are members. On this Florida trip I can't tell you how many people have come up to me and introduced themselves.
Now, to all you lurk
Read more…I have been accepted to SunFest. Does anyone have any experience with this show? The fact that it is also a music festival concerns me.
Read more…Just got news from Boston Mills and I'm in standby. Does anybody know what are the chances to get in? it's hard to plan your calendar and a long last minute drive for me.
any help would be great!!
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Hi all,
I am a painter who works in oil or watercolor depending on the scale and my mood. This is my 4th year as a full-time artist and I did about 10 shows in New England(+ Annapolis) last year. My first winter show in the south was Key West. (Can't
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I sometimes have the feeling that this question is the elephant on the table. I've supported my family since 1989 as an illustrator. It hasn't been easy, but it has been a joyous choice. This summer I'm making my move into the summer art show circuit
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I just joined Art Fair Insiders. I look forward to learning about various craft and art fairs as well as reading tips on other topics.
Here's a little bit about me: I create 3-D Pop Art of famous places, musicians and celebrities, f
Read more…I usually do 6-8 fairs a year. What type of insurance should I carry with only doing these few shows? I currently have a basic liability plan. Should I go for more than that? It cost me just under 500 a year and covers liability up to 1,000,000.
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