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HELP! Is it okay to apply to multiple juried art shows that fall on the same weekend?
I have a slight dilemma. There are two art shows that I would like to be in (one more than the other) that fall on the same weekend. I am not guaranteed to be accepted to either show, one show or both shows ... So, do others run into this issue and i
Read more…Chicago's "One of a kind" show.... worth doing???
Hi, I was thinking it would be nice to have a show to do near Christmas and was considering the one of a kind show. The entry fee is outrageous though... .($2000) so it would have to pull some really big sales numbers to make it worth it after travel
Read more…Aside from Christmas - what the best holiday for you, sales wise?
We go through so many holidays with many art shows occurring around them. Aside from Christmas, what is the best holiday for you and what you make - sales wise? P.S. Photo is one I took at a show in Maryland of the booth by Troy Montana Jewelry (men
Read more…How to make patrons want to buy from you
Whether it is the economy, too many festivals in one area, weather or not much display space left in the house or on the body, patrons are not spending as much this year. While I can't say that is totally true for myself or my two partners in crime w
Read more…Anyone done Sedona? Paradise City: Northampton or Marlboough? Pls. help!
Both of these shows are on the same weekend and I'm thinking of only doing 1 of the 2. This is my 1st retail show season (I use to do wholesale). I am a jeweler with a wide price range. Does anyone know how sales and traffic were at either of these s
Read more…Guidelines on framing...
Does anyone have a set of do's and don'ts on framing? I have just started making my own frames and I figured that simple is best... not to have too much detail in it that might distract from the artwork. Does this sound like a good theory? And, wha
Read more…What if you don't have a booth shot?
As you can tell by the title, I am a newbie. Just wondering how to apply to all of these shows that require a booth shot when I don't even have a booth yet? Thanks. Mike
Read more…Children and Art Fairs - How do you handle unruly kids?
Hey all. I hope I am not posting too many questions here, but this question was on my mind regarding art fairs. Generally speaking, kids are ok at shows - they learned to not touch things that break (if their parents teach them well) or are just well
Read more…Discover Presque Isle
This year I participated in the Discover Presque Isle show. We had wind, rain, and flooding. Needless to say, financially it was a disaster. I was not selling much prior to the weather problems. I know th economy is bad. I was wondering if anyone has
Read more…What's best to use to clean sap off of a canopy??
I can't remember if this has been discussed before, but I've only used my canopy 4 times and it is already covered in sap! Soapy water isn't doing the job... What is best to use to clean it off? Thanks, Chip Battle Creek, MI
Read more…How should I promote my prints -- By the "sheet size" or the actual "image size"??
I have the following prints for sale: * 11"x14" sheet size with an 8"x12" image size (white trim) * 12"x16" sheet size with an 10"x15" image size (white trim) * 16"x20" sheet size with a 12"x18" image size (white trim) So, how should I promote them
Read more…Customers seeking resources
Does anyone ever get customers who see something that they might like, that you offer, yet ask questions about "who else does this" or "where do you get the materials to do all of this"? I work part-time at a boutique shop and about once a week to on
Read more…Can o' worms topic - Pricing for booth spaces - fair or unfair considering the economy?
I kinda feel I want to open the can of worms on this for the purpose of learning what others opinions are on the topic to move forward and implement solutions to the issue. As booth fees are going up - and this could be for various reasons (higher a
Read more…What is Art? The most fundamental definition.
What is Art? Yes, the most fundamental question we deal with. Some might say "an esoteric argument", or even an heuristic discussion. Probably at best one that sparks a lot of discussion and disagreement. So perhaps at least elusive. Although that el
Read more…wireless card swiper
Getting back into shows.Thinking of getting a wireless card swiper.Saw an add in Sunshine Artist publication for 1NBCard.Anyone have any experience with these folks.Thanks
Read more…Ann Arbor-Guild show
We got home last night from Ann Arbor, and are SOOO glad to be here! Our show was down just a tad from last year. However, having brought along three teenagers last year (and three vehicles!), I believe that we'll come out considerably ahead. Our sho
Read more…Crested Butte (could be any small town show)
I did this show. I did okay. But that's not why I write. I am in town at a coffee shop listening to the locals. One guy came in and asked the workers what they thought of the show... one said that the artists were complaining that there were too man
Read more…LIMITED EDITIONS: Help with DOs and DON'Ts & info. HELP!! :-)
Hello, This is my second discussion post and I can't tell you how grateful I am to find your site. My first question / discussion generated so many fantastic responses that will certainly help me. I have been selling my photography for the past two
Read more…NAIA Show Directors Conference open to Artists
Announcing the NAIA 2009 STIMULUS PLAN: Project art The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA) invites all artists members and non-members alike to join us for The 9th Art Festival Directors / Artists Summit Conference, to will be held
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