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A potential way to start art shows

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Larry Berman's Zoom MeetingMonday January 25th at 2 PM Eastern TimeJoin the Zoom Meetinghttps://zoom.us/j/4338895789?pwd=NXFRME9JRFdMK3VDUEJhdHJ5T2daQT09Meeting ID: 433 889 5789Passcode: art-showAny art show (or selling art) related topics can be discussed.Check http://bermangraphics.com/zoom/ for audio files from previous meetings.You can check the page within 24 hours…See More

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Larry Berman replied to John Jones's discussion Places for gaining potential customers

"Having a face to face conversation with a potential customer while they view your art is the best way to gain them as a customer. Or at least add them to your mailing list as they may purchase in the future. Larry…"

Dec 27, 2020

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10% Discount of my Services Until December 31st

10% Discount - something I've never offered. I've thought again about my original offer. Because everyone needs a break now, I'm extending my discount until the end of the year. Through midnight December 31st, I'll take 10% off any image editing or photography job sent to me by December 31st. Remember Prices go back to normal January 1st 2021.Check out the new artwork photography and before and after image improvements:…See More

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Larry Berman replied to Jason Grauberger's discussion Bone to Pick

"Just like you are struggling with the show rules, the shows are struggling with the definitions within mediums. Especially smaller shows that usually get their definitions from larger shows who have done more research and spoken to established…"

Nov 30, 2020

C.C. Barton commented on Larry Berman's blog post My Retrospective Booth Video

"Hi Larry, Really interesting to see the progression and changes to your work over the years (loved knowing about your start as a sports photographer). I found the robotic narration a little off-putting however. In fact, the smooth…"

Oct 26, 2020

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Larry Berman replied to Gaynell Parker's discussion exhibition proposals... anyone done one before?

"Can you post what you've written here or e-mail it to me personally so I can take a look at it? Larry Bermanhttp://BermanGraphics.com412-401-8100 larry@bermanart.com"

Aug 13, 2020

Larry Berman replied to Arash Rahimi's discussion Pro panels for Sale

"Where are they located? larry Berman "

Aug 12, 2020

Larry Berman replied to Rick Wallace's discussion How can I move to more upscale images?

"Too much of a border makes the image appear smaller. Larry Berman"

Aug 9, 2020

Larry Berman replied to Rick Wallace's discussion How can I move to more upscale images?

"The examples you sent me looked good with the description on the bottom. Make sure the black borders are clean. They both had white lines on the side. But that's exactly what I suggested as a way to present the images. Not for jurying but for a…"

Aug 7, 2020

Larry Berman commented on Wallace Fuller's blog post Saying Goodbye

"Stay well. It's been good knowing you. Larry Bermanhttp://BermanGraphics.com"

Aug 6, 2020

Larry Berman replied to Rick Wallace's discussion How can I move to more upscale images?

"I don't think 18 megapixels translates into quality, pixel dimensions in height and width are more important for digital images. As long as you start off larger then the final images will be, the editing won't be obvious. Contrast and…"

Jul 31, 2020

Larry Berman replied to CA Kaminski's discussion PAKS Gallery

"Contact them by e-mail and see what they want. From their web site:management@paks-gallery.com It might be legitimate or it might be a scam. Larry Bermanhttp://BermanGraphics.com412-401-8100"

Jul 14, 2020

Larry Berman commented on Mark Loeb's blog post Art Fair Safety

"I was also on that Zoom call. Even with all the experience I have, I find that the amount of issues a show director has to deal with to be way more complicated than I realized. I wish more artists could understand what show directors have to go…"

Jul 2, 2020

Larry Berman replied to GEORGE NEUBERGER's discussion Air conditioning a booth?

"Be ready for lots of jealous artists. When I ran lights off my generator I use to offer lights to the booths on either side and the booth behind me. Larry Berman"

Jul 1, 2020

Larry Berman replied to GEORGE NEUBERGER's discussion Air conditioning a booth?

"Most shows don't allow generators. And the amount of electricity you're using at a show that offers electricity will cause circuits to blow if more artists use the same amount. There have been threads on using battery operated fans in your…"

Jun 30, 2020

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First show ever: Over thirty years experience doing over a thousand art shows. Now I do consulting with artists helping them improve their jury images, booth slide and presentation. Jury slide photography of artwork.
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Larry Berman's Zoom Meeting

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Larry Berman's Zoom Meeting

Monday January 25th at 2 PM Eastern Time

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10% Discount of my Services Until December 31st

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My Retrospective Booth Video

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I was a member of a Zoom meeting group that discussed how to make a video of your booth and/or artwork for the shows that have gone virtual. Because I'm no longer doing shows I created this video of some of the different styles of photographs my wife and I created over the years.

I had a difficult time getting the narration to line…

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Larry Berman's Zoom Meeting Oct 26

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Larry Berman's Zoom MeetingLarry Berman's Zoom MeetingTime: Oct 26, 2020 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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A potential way to start art shows

Posted on April 26, 2020 at 11:30am 1 Comment 1 Like

A potential way to start art shows on a limited basis. A drive by art show. Artists set their tents up either in the street facing the center of the street (if the street is wide enough) or on the sidewalk facing the street. Then potential customers slowly drive by stopping to ask questions or purchasing what they see.

Lots of issues and need of discussions.

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At 8:46pm on November 14, 2018, Lauren G. Little said…: Hi Larry! You really are our neighbor! We live near Burchfield in Shaler. :)

At 1:27pm on February 01, 2015, Connie Mettler gave Larry Berman a gift…: 2014 Star
Congrats, Larry! They chose you again. Thanks for being so helpful to so many people. I hope your return will come way before you get to heaven ;)
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At 3:45pm on January 08, 2015, Connie Mettler gave Larry Berman a gift…: Santa's Elf
Happy new year, Larry. Thanks so much for playing Secret Santa with us again this year. Hope it was fun for you and the new year makes your dreams come true.
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At 4:02pm on March 31, 2014, Connie Mettler gave Larry Berman a gift…: 2013 Community Star
Congratulations, Larry. You did it again! The members appreciate your precise down to earth feedback. Many thanks for all you do to keep this network running along.
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At 9:49am on January 12, 2014, Connie Mettler gave Larry Berman a gift…: Santa Claus
Thanks for being a Secret Santa again this year, Larry. Happy new year!
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At 4:48pm on February 01, 2013, Connie Mettler gave Larry Berman a gift…: 2012 Community Star
Congratulations, Larry. Once again you've been voted "most helpful." Personally I can't think of a better winner. Thanks! Here's your Art Star.
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At 3:54pm on December 24, 2012, Pat Falk gave Larry Berman a gift…: Red Ribbon
Holiday wishes! Thanks again!
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At 3:54pm on October 8, 2012, Kathy Alpert said…: Hi Larry, You are such a bank of knowledge...Yoda... I was wondering which insurance you would suggest to get for a weekend show for a newbie...which company? and I had seen at one time there is a certain cart to haul everything to your sight...thanks, Kathy Alpert

At 12:23pm on January 20, 2012, Connie Mettler gave Larry Berman a gift…: 2011 Community Award
Congratulations, Larry! Many thanks for all your contributions to this community.
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