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Easel backs for 8x10" wood frames help

Started this discussion. Last reply by Kendra Bennett Apr 12. 2 Replies 0 Likes

I am a wood artist and making 25 picture frames with an easel back for table top use. These will be done with my Sinker Cypress and Lichtenberg wood burning style. Most of these will be for 8x10…Continue

Solar Panels in your canopy ... interesting

Started this discussion. Last reply by Kathleen J. Clausen Feb 10. 16 Replies 1 Like

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Bayou Boogaloo in New Orleans

Started this discussion. Last reply by Greg Little Jul 3, 2018. 4 Replies 0 Likes

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Selling on Amazon Handmade

Started this discussion. Last reply by Greg Little Feb 16, 2018. 14 Replies 0 Likes

I would imagine that most of us sell through more than just art & craft shows. Galleries, our personal online website, etsy...etc.Has anyone had any experience with selling on Amazon Handmade?…Continue

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Greg Little replied to Linnea Lahlum's discussion Having a logo stamp made to mark packaging?

"I have used RubberStamps.net for years and would highly recommend them.."

Oct 5

Greg Little replied to Dan McCarthy's discussion Artist statement displayed in booth?

"I ALWAYS have my artist statement in my booth. It is obvious what I do when someone looks at my work and I completely believe that people are interested to know a bit of background about the person who created it. I always like to talk to other…"

Sep 30

Greg Little replied to James Wales's discussion Artist inside or outside their booth?

"I never want to sit out in front of my booth or be in a location that blocks visitors. My booth has two 30 inch doors...one on each side of the back wall. Unless we are back-to-back with another tent this gives the ability to sit just outside of the…"

Sep 28

Greg Little replied to Don Seib's discussion Top and bottom stay bars needed for pop up?

"Pop up tents are not all made with a standard width. Some can be almost 5" narrower than a Trimline while others can only be an inch or so different. At a show I talked to different artists with different brand tents and mentioned the…"

Sep 17

Greg Little replied to Don Seib's discussion Top and bottom stay bars needed for pop up?

"I have a Vitabri pop up tent and use 2 mesh panels. I chose to use the upper sta-bars because I like the design of using the mesh panel hooks and having a completely straight pole to fasten them to instead of the frame rails. It only takes an extra…"

Sep 17

Greg Little replied to Dean Russell Thompson's discussion Awning from Canopies by Fred?

"awnings I would imagine it could be adapted to fit if you contact trimline with the stabar fittings fro pop up canopies"

Sep 14

Greg Little replied to Larry Sohn's discussion Speaking with customers, at Art Fairs

"At shows I really enjoy meeting people and having a good natural conversation. Communication is not, and does not have to be a sales presentation. Most anyone will realize when someone is starting into a sales pitch and I doubt they look forward to…"

Sep 5

Greg Little commented on Ellen Ruckstuhl's blog post Artsy Shark

"Any updated thoughts since this was posted 4-1/2 years ago?"

Sep 4

Greg Little replied to Rick Wallace's discussion Trailer as a gallery?

"A 6x12 trailer would also be difficult if you use it in the show with a 10x10 space. It might require a double space and at some shows it might be difficult to maneuver in to place. Some shows might also have a problem if you have someone else…"

Aug 19

Greg Little replied to Mari Yadro's discussion Used Trimline, Vitabri or ShowOff Canopy-Tent

"my email is artist@fineartboxes.com"

Aug 13

Greg Little replied to Mari Yadro's discussion Used Trimline, Vitabri or ShowOff Canopy-Tent

"It is still available. I haven't made any further efforts to sell it."

Aug 13

Greg Little commented on Greg Little's album

sculpted stuff

"I've been doing some new sculpted wood designs. What do you think?"

Aug 12

Greg Little posted photos

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Aug 11

Greg Little replied to Joe Cieslowski's discussion Old pro new to forum...HI!

"Welcome.... this is an excellent site and I know you will enjoy it. As another wood artist I look forward to seeing your creations"

Aug 11

Greg Little replied to Rick Wallace's discussion sell everything in shot?

"Well, this was posted over 2 months ago...What did you finally do???"

Aug 10

Greg Little replied to Jim Parker's discussion What does it cost to actually put on an art show?

"At $285 each for 100 vendors you are only covering about 60% of your stated expenses. What other income does the show generate to bring yall a tad over expenses?"

Aug 6

Profile Information

Your Medium: wood art

Years in the Art Fair Business: 7

First show ever: Fest For All

What is your website?: http://www.fineartboxes.com

What are the best things about art fairs: Obviously sales.. in addition to meeting and talking with other creative artists and other people while showing my work. Great places for inspiration...

Best show ever and why: New Orleans jazz & Heritage Festival

Worst show ever and why: Even a bad show can produce future sales through promoting yourself.

Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.: just found it on internet

What is one fun fact about yourself?: cook a lot of gumbo...

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Atlanta Dogwood Art Fest April 7-9, 2017 Review

Posted on April 12, 2017 at 8:26pm 5 Comments 3 Likes

Atlanta Dogwood Review...

Everything just seemed to fall in place. Stormy weather was predicted for our drive there but during the entire trip it seemed that it poured rain everywhere ahead of us and stopped everywhere just before we drove there. Wet cement and puddles but no rain...! We didn't have to turn on the windshield wipers at all. The closure of I-85 was north of where we were driving and we were able to drive…

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What is your attitude now that election is over?

Posted on November 16, 2016 at 12:32pm 5 Comments 0 Likes

Now that the election is over no one can use it as an excuse for poor shows. Our first show after the election was this past weekend and it was a good show for us.

I sure hope that we all have excellent shows going forward without any more excuses or reasons to have excuses.

I cannot think of any negativity and I don't want any..

Howsa bout you? Are you looking forward to a great upcoming year ?????…

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Three Rivers Art Festival ...Covington, LA

Posted on November 14, 2016 at 6:00pm 7 Comments 2 Likes

The Three Rivers fest is held in beautiful downtown Covington, La and is stretched out over a 5 block area. I like this setup because it makes it easy to visit all the booths withough having to zig-zag through a maze of booths and possible miss something. Not all shows have the advantage of this type of layout due to the show location.

Load in starts at 4:30pm and was a fairly easy load in and setup. With the daylight saving time it became dark early and I was glad I had my trusty…

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Magic City Art Fest Award

Posted on April 27, 2016 at 5:53pm 1 Comment 1 Like

Here is the award i received at the Birmingham magic City Art Fest last weekend. My wife took the photo and I whited out my face so it wouldn't wrinkle the ribbon...…

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Comment Wall (14 comments)

At 6:39pm on November 4, 2011, geri a. wegner said…: Your boxes are beautiful. They make you want to reach out and touch the curves, feel the wood. Interesting woods also. Good luck to you.

At 8:26am on November 8, 2011, Connie Mettler said…: Welcome to ArtFairInsiders.com, Greg. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to having you as part of our community.

When you have a chance, please add a photo of yourself and 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!

Many topics have already been discussed here before you joined us. You might like to try a search of your topic before you post your question. Just put your topic, canopy tents, jurying fees, Ann Arbor Art Fair, etc, into the search bar at the top of the right side of the page. You might be surprised that someone has already asked your question.

We also ask that all new members take a few moments of their time to read the code of conduct. You will find it at http://www.artfairinsiders.com/page/code-of-conduct. There are a few guidelines that all members will need to follow because , as in any social community, we all need to work together.

Best wishes,
Connie Mettler

p.s. The best way to make this system easy to use is to click on the "Follow-Email me" link at the bottom of each Forum discussion that interests you. That way the system will email you automatically whenever anyone responds. It's a great time-saver.

At 10:34am on November 30, 2011, Pat L. DiPasqua said…: Greg, good to hear from you also.

At 11:34am on June 06, 2013, Connie Mettler gave Greg Little a gift…: 2013Patron
Greg, thanks so much for this generous support. I really appreciate it.
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At 7:35pm on April 01, 2014, Connie Mettler gave Greg Little a gift…: Thank You!
You rock, Greg! Thanks for your recent post as well as all of your helpful input and good questions over the last year. I can always count on you good info from you.
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At 9:43pm on May 04, 2014, Jacki Bilsborrow gave Greg Little a gift…: Red Ribbon
Thank you, Greg, for your review on the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. We really appreciate your help.
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At 2:53pm on June 11, 2014, Connie Mettler gave Greg Little a gift…: '14 PledgeDrive/Supporter
Thanks so much for this support. I appreciate it a lot and it keeps us going in our mission to support artists who choose this crazy life style.
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At 10:44pm on July 28, 2014, Jacki Bilsborrow gave Greg Little a gift…: Red Ribbon
Thank you, Greg, for your review of the Rockport Art Festival in Texas. We really appreciate all your help.
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At 8:34pm on February 04, 2015, Connie Mettler gave Greg Little a gift…: 2014 Star
Many thanks, Greg, for all of all if your participation here. You keep the conversation moving and add so much valuable info. Your southern perspective is such an asset. You're a star, baby!
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At 4:56pm on June 29, 2015, Connie Mettler gave Greg Little a gift…: 2015 Supporter
Greg, thank you so much for supporting Art Fair Insiders during our 2015 Pledge Drive.
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