What makes shows appealing to so many artists? Why choose doing fairs over say wholesale, or getting ones work in galleries or opening your own studio/shop (if you haven't already)? I am all about shows, however am not the type of person to put their
Read more…Im just curious as to how many artfair artists have another job or jobs to supplement their income from the artshows? (Im sure many have a partner/spouse who adds income to the household, but Im just curious about this). I am grateful that I have a
Read more…I have been working hard as I am sure many of you all are during this busy show season. Between getting time in my work shop, reading up on some articles from Art magazines like Crafts Report and blogs, packing and doing shows it is pretty consuming,
Read more…Hi all, I'm just getting started at outdoor art fairs, and I got some Propanels and some of their canopy hooks. The hooks allow you to attach the Propanels to the framework of your canopy. I'll have weights on the legs of the canopy, and it seemed t
Read more…For some reason, every time I use MIE 8 to post a lengthy reply or thread (usually after 12 lines), the regular "scroll" function does not work. For example, on IE8.0, if you click "Reply" to my post, a faint yellow text box appears where you can typ
Read more…Hi everyone! Question - I am looking for potential shops/galleries to sell my work in the SW Florida area (Tampa, Sarasota, Fort Myers, Sanibel). Does anyoen have a suggestions on where to look? I make vintage/retro style jewellery and accessories.
Read more…Hi Everyone! I am working on a project involving an enamel paint to be applied to glass or plexiglass. It needs to be opaque so the time involved is less. So far, I have found transparent paints but they do not do the job, Americana Gloss Enamel for
Read more…It is easy. It is raining in Saugatuck as we speak(That means I can't play golf). Don't have a show this weekend. So idle fingers are at work on the computer. Must defend against the old English nannies who are busting me over commas. At least I know
Read more…I'm getting close to buying a Sprinter, but before I commit... Any suggestions on the size? Any other suggestions about transporting a ton of tent, walls, and product? Anyone else know something I should know about deals etc? Any reason to buy/not t
Read more…Has anyone done Winterfair show in the past couple of years? I have never done this show and I hear the Ohio Craftsman Guild puts on a good show. I am a fused glass artist and have had mixed shows this year, some great some o.k., some not so good. Ha
Read more…I'm thinking about applying to the Cape Coral Festival of the Arts held Jan. 9-10. What are your thoughts about the show? Thanks, Lisa
Read more…I have a bunch of square pieces and I know the image size for Zapp is 1920x1920. I cropped these so there is black on all four sides...is that wrong? I was not sure if the image should fill the entire 1920x1920 space....Thanks for your help!
Read more…I know many of you have shows lined up in the Fall. It is getting cooler down here in Texas and we are seeing the 2nd wind of our festivals. My question is: how do you keep well during such heavy physical labor, lack of sleep and people coming in the
Read more…I am ready to get fancier digs ... I am in the market for a "dome" open ceiling design that I always have envied and salivated for at shows. My EZ-Up has proudly and valiantly served me but it is time to invest in a better canopy. Thus, I am strongl
Read more…So far the shows that I have done have only required me to send in photos of my work - they have been mostly lower level shows. I would like to apply to some higher level shows for next year. I looked on one of the sites that puts together a digital
Read more…Making my list of things I have yet to do for my first art festival (9/27/09) and realized i haven't figured out the credit card thing yet. This is really alien to me at this point, never worked with them before, so if anyone has suggestions on what
Read more…I have been lucky enough to be in a couple shows that are utilizing systems for updating us about impending weather and other emergencies. The first show I saw this take place was in Ft. Worth. We received text messages or voice mail messages letting
Read more…I just purchased a Honda 2000ei generator to power a portable air conditioner for my tent. (Should I mention that I do shows in Florida?). I've seen generators used with a three-sided baffled box. . .but I'm not sure of its benefits--noise reduction
Read more…Has anyone got some opinions about the Westchester and Washington Craft Shows? I'd like to know particularly about spaces (bad, good, awkward spots, etc.), and displays - are the booths very "built" and am I going to have to upgrade my very simple we
Read more…I am interested in hearing from other artisans and fine craftsmen who do the shows in Florida. I would like input on promoters and shows in the more upscale areas of the state. I sell hand beaded necklaces of pearls, crystal, gemstones, glass etc. th
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