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Belleville

Started this discussion. Last reply by Kendra Bennett Feb 14, 2018. 1 Reply 0 Likes

is it worth the extra $150 to be on the square or do people walk the whole show?Continue

Electrical power at art shows

Started this discussion. Last reply by Richard L. Sherer Jun 4, 2014. 13 Replies 0 Likes

Last year I was set up next to someone who was using a "Deep Cycle (or Cell) Marine Battery to power his lights. He said it could power the amount he was using (maybe 100 watts) for up to 48 hours…Continue

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Jury fees

Started this discussion. Last reply by Larry Berman Sep 1, 2013. 19 Replies 1 Like

I just got my email from Reston to apply for their show. The jury fee is $50. I replied that it was too high. I think everyone should do that to any show who's jury fee is over $40 or next thing…Continue

credit card processing

Started this discussion. Last reply by Nina Domenico Aug 20, 2013. 3 Replies 0 Likes

I remember reading on one of the blogs a few months ago (I can't find it) that there was a "Square like" processing company that allowed you to retain the customer's email address. Can anyone tell…Continue

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Bernard Zalon commented on Nels johnson's blog post Saint Louis Art Fair, Clayton, Missouri—A Biggie

""Copies" is a good name."

Sep 23

Bernard Zalon commented on Nels johnson's blog post Saint Louis Art Fair, Clayton, Missouri—A Biggie

""Copies" is a good name."

Sep 23

Bernard Zalon commented on Nels johnson's blog post Saint Louis Art Fair, Clayton, Missouri—A Biggie

"Isn't printmaking a category? Etchings? Prints aren't repros."

Sep 23

Bernard Zalon replied to Larry Sohn's discussion How much weight -A little math for fun

"I guess we should all be driving semis..."

Sep 18

Bernard Zalon replied to Richard L. Sherer's discussion IS THIS "BUY SELL"

"I don't think a photographer who takes a picture, sends the file out to the aluminum company, and gets back a product so beautiful and shiny that it hurts my eyes to look at it (think Andalusian Dog) is any different than buy/sell."

Aug 14

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Your Medium: Etching

Years in the Art Fair Business: 37

First show ever: The Brooklyn Heights Promenade Art Show

What is your website?: http://bernardzalon.com

What are the best things about art fairs: They're sort of like paid vacations.

Best show ever and why: Cherry Creek. I got to hang out in Boulder.

Worst show ever and why: Annapolis. 95 degrees on an out of the way concrete parking lot.

Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.: A friend.

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Wickford Art Show

Posted on January 25, 2013 at 11:19am 1 Comment 0 Likes

Any thoughts on the Wickford Art Show in July? I did it a few years ago, it wasn't so good, but I heard that it was a lot better last year. This year they have a new director...

I'm a printmaker.

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At 8:29pm on January 15, 2013, Connie Mettler said…: Welcome to ArtFairInsiders, Bernard. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to having you as part of our community.

When you have a chance, please stop by the Discussions" area to introduce yourself to the rest of us. We all look forward to your participation here. Also, visit the "member map" and add your location. We have a lot to offer one another, experienced and newbie alike. Let's make this a dynamic site!

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