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looking to move from shows to pop-ups

Started this discussion. Last reply by Cindy Welch Oct 13. 6 Replies 2 Likes

Best art fair this year

Started this discussion. Last reply by Judy Christian Sep 28, 2018. 5 Replies 0 Likes

September 15&16 was the Park Forest Artists Fair. This is run by all volunteers and donations and I have to say it was one of the best run shows I have been in. Water all day long and booth…Continue

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Cindy Welch replied to Jan Hubbard's discussion looking to move from shows to pop-ups

"I have a booth in our retail store (business is unrelated to vintage business). My friend has a few things in my booth and we are working a Christmas open house the first Saturday in December."

Oct 13

Robin Weinrich replied to Jan Hubbard's discussion looking to move from shows to pop-ups

"Well, I needed booth shots for my 2021 applications--which I normally do at my Fall shows--but, since they all canceled I decided to just set the whole thing up in my driveway. Then I thought, why not invite neighbors and friends to come check…"

Oct 13

Connie Mettler replied to Jan Hubbard's discussion looking to move from shows to pop-ups

"Hi Jan. There is a woman in northern Michigan who has been hosting these small events all over the place AND people are showing up to buy. Even in the pouring rain in Bay Harbor, MI, a few weeks ago. Bay Harbor is very upscale, so a good place to…"

Oct 13

Cindy Welch replied to Jan Hubbard's discussion looking to move from shows to pop-ups

"Thanks, it sounds very exciting, what you are trying to do. My friend and I have been doing some brainstorming this afternoon via fb messenger. We know it's going to be just us. But still, we have to get the word out. We are…"

Oct 10

Jan Hubbard replied to Jan Hubbard's discussion looking to move from shows to pop-ups

"Hi Cindy 1st prayers for DH and what you did was smart life is more important than money. Now for the pop ups from what I have learned is there are groups of artists 10-15 doing this. They are in every kind of setting from back yards to hotels I…"

Oct 10

Cindy Welch replied to Jan Hubbard's discussion looking to move from shows to pop-ups

"Jan, when you say they are starting their own pop up, are they doing it solo, say in their yard? Or are they including other artists? We have had all our shows cancel except 2. One of the two that actually happened was in Mobile, AL in…"

Oct 10

Jan Hubbard posted a discussion

looking to move from shows to pop-ups

Because of this pandemic I have seen something new happening in Wisconsin people starting their own pop up. I am beginning to think that may be a good thing with the costs going up I see the promoters making more and doing less for the artists and not keeping their shows free of buy to sell and not keeping the show balanced because they just want to sell the space. So maybe this would be a good time to make a change what’s the worst that could happen that hasn’t happened.

Oct 9

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Jan Hubbard replied to Chris Umhoefer's discussion Amdur Productions festivals. Are they worth it?

"I believe they are not worth it. amdurproductions is like the Walmart of art shows she has been building her empire for a number of years and taken over shows that were wonderful and destroyed them. Her prices are high and she doesn’t always…"

Oct 9

Jan Hubbard commented on Meg Mettler's blog post Call for Artists: Bayshore Art & Artisan Fair

"It was another one of amdurproductions so called great event. It was a disappointment the attendance was low not sure how sales were. I don’t believe the artists where happy with how it played out. I would personally like amdurproductions to…"

Oct 9

Jan Hubbard commented on Jan Hubbard's blog post Fees being returned by some shows and not others?

"I agree George but after experience this and seeing things and how people a dealing with them, I feel things should be reevaluated by both the promoters and artists and reworked to make a much more level playing field like it was when I first…"

Apr 3

GEORGE NEUBERGER commented on Jan Hubbard's blog post Fees being returned by some shows and not others?

"I've had the Bellefonte show in Wilmington De offer to apply my fees towards 2021. It's funny that the smaller shows tend to work with you such as 501-c3. The larger shows have jury fees which (I feel) should cover their expenses."

Apr 3

Jan Hubbard posted a blog post

Shows that get it and are refunding fees

I wish to thank these shows for getting it and returning fees. This rough on all but unless we change how things are done and make changes to make it a level playing field our industry will not survive. Over the years things have changed some good and some bad like to much politics, to many fees, inexperienced people running them and the biggest greed. Now that I have said my piece I would like say thanks to these shows for return of funds. Most of these are in Wisconsin.Festival of the Arts…See More

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Connie Mettler commented on Jan Hubbard's blog post Fees being returned by some shows and not others?

"It is hard to believe, Jan. Non-profit events have boards of directors that make the policies, and the ones that run festivals that have been around for awhile have fiscal responsibilities to the entity, the 501-c3. I'm in agreement with you…"

Apr 1

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Fees being returned by some shows and not others?

Because of this epidemic things are tough for everyone. But I am not understanding why some shows are returning funds and others are not. I understand that this is hurting all but for a show to say they have expenses to meet, well artists do to. If your running a show and you don’t have things like insurance in place well I find it hard to believe that you would still be in business. There’s a saying no business is in business to loose money. I know there is many small and large shows out there…See More

Mar 31

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Jan Hubbard replied to Catherine Nocon's discussion Art on the Square, Williamsburg, Virginia, 4/26

"Cathy this has happened to me once or twice and what I found out by talking with someone who had applied also is the show only notified the people that made the cut and they didn’t worry about the others. What can I say."

Feb 20

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Your Medium: Jewelry

Years in the Art Fair Business: 25

First show ever: Whitnell High School

What are the best things about art fairs: The people you meet

Best show ever and why: Bayfield WI The area and the show was well run and user friendly.

Worst show ever and why: Chocolate Festival show was a mess very unorganized and the really did not care they just wanted their money.

Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.: No one I was just on the web looking for information on shows good or bad and how people felt how and where the industry is headed like the growing fees and the less your getting from the promoters.

What is one fun fact about yourself?: Good sense of hummer

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At 5:28pm on June 11, 2018, Connie Mettler gave Jan Hubbard a gift…: Thumbs Up
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At 8:51am on June 22, 2017, Connie Mettler gave Jan Hubbard a gift…: Thumbs Up
Thank you, Jan, for referring Linda Sue Collins to Art Fair Insiders.
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At 11:10pm on June 21, 2016, Connie Mettler gave Jan Hubbard a gift…: 2016Supporter
Jan, Thank you so much for supporting Art Fair Insiders during our 2016 Pledge Drive.
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At 9:35am on May 30, 2016, FaithAnn Givings said…: Hi Jan!

Nice to see your name here, too. Sorry to hear you got socked with rain so many times! I've seen rain in the forecast for each of my June events, but I've never used advanced rain forecasts before. Here's hoping for blue skies ahead!

At 11:00pm on April 13, 2016, Connie Mettler gave Jan Hubbard a gift…: Thumbs Up
Thank you, Jan, for referring Diane Goetz to Art Fair Insiders.
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At 5:02pm on March 02, 2016, Connie Mettler gave Jan Hubbard a gift…: Thumbs Up
Thank you, Jan, for referring Stephanie Olson to Art Fair Insiders.
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At 4:57pm on March 2, 2016, Connie Mettler said…: Welcome to Art Fair Insiders, Jan. 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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At 9:38am on February 29, 2016, Christina L. Towell said…: Hi Jan,

Welcome! We're thrilled to have you joining us and hope you'll take a good look around and make yourself at home. Thanks for signing up and continued success.

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Shows that get it and are refunding fees

Posted on April 2, 2020 at 12:31pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

Fees being returned by some shows and not others?

Posted on March 31, 2020 at 10:36pm 3 Comments 3 Likes

The V word

Posted on July 11, 2018 at 11:46am 1 Comment 0 Likes

The V word has been becoming the promoters favorite word and to me it means a Tupperware sales person. I don’t understand why they can’t use artist or artisan that is what we are. I have noticed one thing that shows that use that word is usually the kind I want to stay away from because I feel they just want to sell space and do not care who they have in their shows.

Picking your Poison When Chosing Shows

Posted on June 7, 2016 at 7:20pm 12 Comments 1 Like

Chosing shows can be a double edged soared. If you chose to go with booth fee that can mean fees from $100 to $1500 and add jury fee $25 to $100 and none refundable and if the promoter dose their job and it's a great show we all smile. Now let's talk reality you will never get the jury fee back and you need to sell a lot if the booth fee is high and than add Mother Nature into the mix and now your possibly running at a loss and that's not taking into account your costs for time and travel and… Continue