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Need Canadian show reviews

Started Apr 5, 2017 0 Replies 0 Likes

We have now added a place at Art Show Reviews for Canadian show reviews. As of right now we don't have any reviews. We also only have one show listed. If you have done some Canadian shows could…Continue

Tags: reviews, shows, art, Canada

A Few Fun Facts about some of our AFI members

Started this discussion. Last reply by Nancy Biggins Aug 20, 2015. 10 Replies 1 Like

Every so often it is fun to get to know some of our newer AFI members. So, here are a few of our members who have done some very unique things.Ann Dickinson Sargent is a prize-winning poet who has…Continue

Tags: fun, facts, accomplishments, unique, members

What Norm Darwish meant to me

Started this discussion. Last reply by Colleen Williams Jul 24, 2015. 4 Replies 2 Likes

I just stopped in to Connie's last Thursday before I had to go out of town. I knew Norm was getting bad but I really thought he would still be with us when I got back from Atlanta. I was very upset…Continue

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Chastain Park Arts Festival

Started this discussion. Last reply by Jacki Bilsborrow May 7, 2015. 3 Replies 0 Likes

I will be in Atlanta this coming weekend and was wondering if there are very many AFI members who are doing the Chastain Park Arts Festival. Let me know if you are doing the show. I am thinking of…Continue

Tags: Atlanta, Georgia, Festival, art, Park

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Calling All Mural Artists - Deadline August 28, 2020

I know this is late. I just happened to stumble upon this and thought I should pass this on. The deadline is 5pm on August 28, 2020. I thought maybe with shows pretty much being canceled someone may have the time to quickly put things together to apply for this.The Appalachian Sustainable Development is applying for grant funds to pay an artists or team of artists to paint an outdoor mural on a new garden shed depicting agriculture and it impact in Central Appalachia. "If awarded, we aim to…See More

Aug 24, 2020

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ana maria hoyos commented on Jacki Bilsborrow's blog post Very Nice Review on the Hyde Park Art Fair

"Thanks you "

Aug 15, 2020

Jacki Bilsborrow replied to Larry Maynard's discussion I'm Concerned...

"Richard, it sounds like you are plenty busy. That is a good thing. Keep busy and pass the time and hopefully we will be coming out of this on the other end."

Jul 29, 2020

Jacki Bilsborrow replied to R.C. Matteson's discussion Guess who received federal ppp money

"According to those rules they will probably have to pay that back."

Jul 27, 2020

Jacki Bilsborrow commented on S Brian Berkun's blog post Social Distancing and Face Mask Wearing Signage.

"Don, you have some great ideas. Very creative. You sound like you are prepared."

Jul 27, 2020

Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Nels johnson's blog post No Title

"Are you working on Music themed art right now?"

Jul 27, 2020

Jacki Bilsborrow commented on Nels johnson's blog post No Title

"Keep busy. Keep your mind off things you can't change. That helps the time to pass quickly."

Jul 27, 2020

Jacki Bilsborrow replied to Larry Maynard's discussion I'm Concerned...

"Your article portrays a very bleak time right now for artists. It does sound so hard to navigate all the things that have to be thought of to do a show. Larry, are you able to sell your work online? Do you have a…"

Jul 27, 2020

Jacki Bilsborrow posted a blog post

Uptown Art Fair - Minneapolis - Black Lives Matter

Covid-19 has prevented many art fairs from taking place this year. One show that will definitely look different is the Uptown Art Fair. While the Uptown Art Fair will be canceled, it will be adapted for the changing times. The Uptown Association decided to cancel their traditional art show which was planned for August 7-9, 2020 to protect the health and safety of the artists, art patrons, guests, neighbors, and volunteers. However, art will still continue to take place. The Uptown…See More

Jul 18, 2020

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Christina L. Towell commented on Jacki Bilsborrow's blog post Ready or Not, Here is a Michigan Show that is Ready to Go

"It sounds like they've really thought this through and taken every precaution, I certainly wish them well! We all have to learn to think outside the box now, it's a new day and a new reality."

Jun 26, 2020

Jacki Bilsborrow replied to Danielle Lynch's discussion We have a post about cancelled shows. How about open for business shows?

"Mark, I think it is so thoughtful of you to offer a show with a "pay what you can afford" booth fee. I imagine that are so many people who can't risk spending money for a booth fee if they possibly won't find many…"

Jun 25, 2020

Danielle Lynch commented on Jacki Bilsborrow's blog post Ready or Not, Here is a Michigan Show that is Ready to Go

"I wanted to give an update on Walloon Lake Loon Days. Most artists did well. There were a few that didn’t but there are reasons for that. Like back of booth ect. Display The public was very receptive. Some wore masks. Some vendors wore masks…"

Jun 17, 2020

Dave Grabarczyk commented on Jacki Bilsborrow's blog post Ready or Not, Here is a Michigan Show that is Ready to Go

"I wish her luck. It will be very difficult to have decent sales with the requirements that must be followed. Having to have people wait outside of the booth until they can come in will cause several potential buyers to simply walk on by, especially…"

Jun 16, 2020

Nels johnson commented on Jacki Bilsborrow's blog post Ready or Not, Here is a Michigan Show that is Ready to Go

"First off, Walloon Lake is having their outdoor show this weekend,a month before Orchard Lake, I wish Patty well, she works hard. That said, her show has been a loser many a time for most artists. Just saying. I would not travel a long way to do…"

Jun 14, 2020

Jacki Bilsborrow posted a blog post

Ready or Not, Here is a Michigan Show that is Ready to Go

Here you go, this show sounds like they have done their homework to protect everyone as best as possible from Covid-19. The show is the 18th Annual Orchard Lake Fine Art Show held in West Bloomfield Township on July 25 & 26th.The show is produced by Patty Narozny of HotWorks. Patty has had to cancel several of her shows earlier this year. It greatly bothered Patty to cancel show after show because of the virus. Patty knows that artists depend on shows to make their living. Patty worked…See More

Jun 12, 2020

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Jacki Bilsborrow replied to Barry Bernstein's discussion Art Fair Cancellations--Post Here.

"The info about the online virtual fair is on the show's websites. Basically, the shows didn't tell us they were having a virtual show, I had to find the info myself. The shows won't be letting us know. When I find…"

May 5, 2020

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Your Medium: Photography

Years in the Art Fair Business: I actually have worked for a handcolored photographer for many years and helped him do matting, framing, shipping, and other work around the studio.

First show ever: First real art show I ever went to was the Ann Arbor Art Fair. I really loved working at that show. It was amazing.

What are the best things about art fairs: Meeting new people, seeing all the great work of the other artists.

Best show ever and why: Ann Arbor Art Fair because it is so big and there is something there for everyone. I enjoyed the art atmosphere, the creative people, and the patrons.

Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.: Connie Mettler, of course.

What is one fun fact about yourself?: I was a member of a National Championship Cross Country team 2 years in a row.

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Calling All Mural Artists - Deadline August 28, 2020

Posted on August 24, 2020 at 8:53am 0 Comments 0 Likes

The Appalachian Sustainable Development is applying for grant funds to pay an artists or team of artists to paint an outdoor mural on a new garden shed depicting agriculture and it impact in Central…

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Uptown Art Fair - Minneapolis - Black Lives Matter

Posted on July 18, 2020 at 2:00pm 0 Comments 1 Like

The Uptown Association decided to cancel their traditional art show which was planned for August 7-9, 2020 to protect the health and safety of the artists, art patrons, guests, neighbors, and…

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Ready or Not, Here is a Michigan Show that is Ready to Go

Posted on June 12, 2020 at 11:17pm 4 Comments 1 Like

The show is produced by Patty Narozny of HotWorks. Patty has had to cancel several of her shows earlier this year. It greatly bothered Patty to cancel show after show because of the virus. Patty knows that artists depend on shows to make their…

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The 2019 Review of the Art Show Reviews Website

Posted on February 11, 2020 at 8:30am 4 Comments 2 Likes

Once again I have spent some time evaluating the www.Artshowreviews.com website. Take a look. I think you will find some very interesting facts. We know many of our artists use our Art Show Reviews website. We know because you have also told us many times that you do use it when you are making up your schedules.

However, we need your help. This website will not be as useful to…

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At 7:54am on August 13, 2018, Connie Mettler gave Jacki Bilsborrow a gift…: Supporter 2018
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At 3:38pm on January 08, 2015, Connie Mettler gave Jacki Bilsborrow a gift…: Santa's Elf
Happy new year, Jacki. Thanks for playing Secret Santa with us again this year. Hope the new year bring you many blessings.
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At 10:47pm on August 1, 2014, Susan Bock said…: Thanks Jacki. Yes eliminate the old account. I opened this one with a different email anyway. Look forward to participating.

At 10:07am on July 31, 2014, Juju Maudlin said…: Hi. Jacki,
Thanks for the note! I am excited to be part of the group!

At 2:34pm on May 28, 2014, Kathy Reed gave Jacki Bilsborrow a gift…: Red Ribbon
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At 2:26pm on May 02, 2014, Sharon Lippert gave Jacki Bilsborrow a gift…: Red Ribbon
Thanks Jacki... returning the love.
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At 8:55am on April 25, 2014, Christina L. Towell said…: Thanks, Jacki...I'll check it out.

At 9:41am on January 12, 2014, Connie Mettler gave Jacki Bilsborrow a gift…: Santa Claus
Thanks for being a Secret Santa, Jacki.
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At 9:31am on October 27, 2013, Christina L. Towell said…: hey jacki, thanks for "friending" me...see you soon!

At 11:42pm on September 25, 2013, Ellen Empson gave Jacki Bilsborrow a gift…: Red Ribbon
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