Hi everybody,
My name is Cathie Cantara and I'm new to this site.
After a long hiatus I returned to ceramics (my passion) in 2000 and began my self exploration of the medium. This culminated in me opening the doors to Homeport Pottery Studio in 200
Read more…So, the Three Rivers (Pittsburgh) web site says acceptances mailed 3/10. I didn't get such an e-mail, so should I assume I didn't get the gig? Did anyone else apply/get an e-mail? I hate when they don't do the yays and nays on the same day. The nays
Read more…I just participated in my first outdoor art fair. I had numerous discussions with customers over possible portrait commissions. Can anyone give advice as to how to secure these projects during the show. I am following up on a few, but I feel I let nu
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The Dream
What if you were invited to live in a village that was populated with fellow artists and artisans. A place made beautiful by the craftwork of its populace. An off grid, green community, custom
Read more…We talk about it all the time, for one reason or another, whether or not it would be effective to boycott a show. Here are some Canadian artists putting their outrage to work:
February 1, 2011; Source:Winnipeg Free Press | Ottowa's National Arts Cent
Read more…Ahhh! it definitely feels worst, than I expected. Just got my rejection letter from Columbus, first show I applied and first show I got rejected. I email them to see if I can get my score or some kind of feedback to work with, so we'll see. It's f
Read more…this may have been discussed before, but what ways do some of you prefer to attach photos to card stock for note crads? I want a permanent, archival method. Thanks!
Read more…Hi! first year applying to Rittenhouse. I was wondering if anyone knows when artists usually get notified of the results.
Thanks,
Lu
Read more…I am looking for used ProPanels.
I live in Northern Suburbs of Illinois, but I would travel to WI, IN, ect to pick them up.
I would entertain any color or any size, but I would prefer the knock down type.
I would also be interested in a ez up o
Read more…Working this weekend? at an art fair? Please tell us where and a booth # so we can find each other. Where will you be?
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In a distant earlier lifetime I worked for a newspaper with a large art department. Each year, human resources wonks conducted an employee attitude survey. Among the survey's sure things was that the artists would drag in with the absolute worst
Read more…Are any of our members familiar with this promoter, they have shows in Lexington, KY& St. Augustine, FL. They're on Zapp and their website looks as if they have some good artists that participate. Any info good or bad is helpful. Thanks
Read more…Does anyone have any info on Springfest in Ocean City, Md? I'd like to pick up a May Show but a 4 day 12 hour show could be a dream or a nightmare depending on the show. They claim a "200 Best" from Sunshine Artist but I can't find any reference to i
Read more…Just wondering if anyone had any thoughts on this show... My wife had done it back 4-5 years ago when we were first starting out and haven't touched it since...was told it was a very off year. So bad so the promoters were apologizing during the awa
Read more…Hi, Has anyone done this show? I couldn't find too many reviews on this show, but would like to know which section is recommended for booth location. According to their website there are 3 options to pick and each location has a different price.
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Can't even remember where I heard of streetfairs.org, but I sent an inquiry (that's all you can do on their website) and received a prompt PDF file that lists their events and rules/regs. They are a promoter of one-day weekend shows (mostly 11 to 5)
Read more…I also have a large collection of old 'Sunshine Artist' Magazines, 'Showwest magazines' and other art/watercolor magazines.
Anyone have any thoughts on what to do with them?
They are in rather good condition and are full of great information, which
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I am applying to my first art shows this season. Some of the applications I've been looking at do not say anything about image descriptions requirements. I'm just wondering what standard practice is for these applications. Should I
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Should I put price tags on my items at shows? I have not used price tags at any of my shows because I want to engage with the customers. Will price tags deter interaction? Or do you think customers prefer to see prices and make thei
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