Location

Jacksonville, FL


Your Medium

Oil


Years in the Art Fair Business

11


First show ever

It was in Orlando, FL and was a dud. I cannot remember the name of it though. I didn't do very well as far as sales.


What is your website?

https://www.darlenedeffes.com/


What are the best things about art fairs

The other artists are serious about their artwork, their' booths, everything is beautiful and professional looking.


Best show ever and why

Art Festival at Thornebrook. I networked, and saw how fine art focused festivals work. I was able to pick up a large custom sized commission.


Worst show ever and why

I don't remember the name but I believe it was in Orlando, FL. Although I sold artwork, it was very slow.


Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.

Flourish mesh panels. I spoke to a guy from that company and he recommended I join this forum.


What is one fun fact about yourself?

I play clawhammer banjo and can sing with it as well (not the best singer).


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  • Hi Darlene, so glad to have you here. Not sure about more podcasts, I’m kind of off on another tangent right now, but I’m so glad you’ve been helpful to you. There is a ton of useful information in there, as well as on this site.

    To introduce yourself go to the discussions/form and click on the link where it says add a discussion. Put your information in there then when you are finished with that you have to choose the link for the category your discussion should go in. Which one of those categories best fits your info? Click that and away you go.
  • Hi Connie, I am a little slow at this site but I finally am back on and excited to explore your site. I have been listening to your podcast from the beginning and I am almost through all of it. Do you have a new one you have been posting to? Or will you be adding to the Art Fair Radio podcast? I REALLY LOVE it. There is so much valuable information on there.
    Thank you so much for welcoming me to you website. After listening to your podcast, I feel as if I am talking to a celebrity!
  • Welcome to Art Fair Insiders, Darlene. We’re so glad you joined us. I hope you’ll find the site helpful and that you’ll share your ideas and experiences, ask questions and join the discussions. The site is only as good as the members make it. We have a lot to offer one another, experienced and newbie alike.

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    Best wishes, Connie Mettler

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