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
Read more…The I-Pad2 is out. Are you going to be the first person on your block to get one?
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Pro Panels vs. Mesh Walls
This isn't a what should I buy thread. I'm questioning the jury ability of one vs. the other. We know that Pro Panels gives the impression of a museum or gallery wall. But what do jurors think of mesh panels and will using th
Good Sunday afternoon all!
An artist friend gave me several really large frames that currently have foam core boards with advertisements printed on them. I want to use the frames but I don't want the finished product to be too heavy.
What would y
Read more…Hi, I just wanted to share our first attempt at our booth image and get some thoughts and comments. This is our first year doing outdoor shows and we are doing photogrpahy and glass work. On a specific note, I would like thoughts on what type of i
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