"I never liked the velcro strap panel connectors. I use electrical wire ties. I abandoned the metal reinforcer joiner channels. years ago. Uneccessary. invaluable however are the adjustable canopy sides reinforcement bars. I wire tie the panels to it."
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Barry Shandler replied to Steve Sawusch's discussion Craft show jury fees: Is there normally one?
"we artists and craftsmen have pockets full of many and get quite wealthy working every week selling tons of our products. We should be glad to part with some of our fortune to pay a jury fee for doing nothing"
Barry Shandler commented on Eric Nance's blog post Tent information
"I had a lite dome and a craft hut for 30 years. They are good rugged tents. The problem is I got old and also lost my help. I grew to hate them. I got a $200 Eur Max and three stablizer bars and the 25 # weight wags. I love it. Sets up in 10 minutes…"
Barry Shandler replied to PHILIP JEFFERSON's discussion Need an honest answer
"exceptional work would probably over shadow any faith base issue. dont blame non acceptance of crummy work on faith issues"
Barry Shandler replied to Nancy Rynes's discussion Doing shows solo -- advice?
"For what its worth Ill add my two cents. I do small 2D paintings, all originals, no prints, $30 to $300.
Helpers: I have no helpers. It gets tough when the grandkids are all gone to college. Tried everything. There is…"
Barry Shandler commented on Oscar Matos Linares's blog post End of 2018
"Great to hear from you again, even though not all the greatest news. Oscar do you have a web site. I have no idea of what you do."
Barry Shandler replied to Edgar Williams's discussion Do Low Prices Upset Other Artists?
"Double and triple check you pricing. Then do it again. Consider all costs. You may have forgotten the kennel fee for the dog. Get it down to how much your making per hour , then decide if you price is right or you are actually loosing money…"
Barry Shandler replied to Richard Ansley's discussion art show reviews
"Who knows???? After 30+ years of exhibiting I decided to change my life style. No more long trips, high fee big city shows, big hotel bills, and brutal long exhibiting hours, I searched the following for smaller closer to home…"
Barry Shandler replied to Edgar Williams's discussion Trying to get accepted to my first show...
"Nothing wrong with your work. Someone will buy it. Sooner or later your going to need a booth. Whats the point of waiting till later. Get a Eur Max, or KD or similar now for about $200 and get your booth shot. If nothing else you…"
Barry Shandler replied to Hal Moran's discussion A few thoughts from a part timer
"and you get more body aches and pains and health problems than you did 20 years ago"
Barry Shandler replied to Jane Petersen's discussion Professional Booth Shot
"The photography is great. The booth design does not appeal to me. Too much stuff. Boring all at the same level. Not inviting to walk in. I recently went to a chocolate factory and toured their" upscale" chocolate…"
Barry Shandler commented on Richard L. Sherer's blog post How Do You Relax Off Season
"Sitting in hot water in a rusty tub near a dirt road in the middle of the desert is relaxation ????"
Barry Shandler commented on Cherie Smittle's blog post My first art fair (mountain festival)
"One more piece of advice. Always take the roof off before removing the weights. The weights are the first thing to clamp on and last thing to remove from just the framework. Several times I had a sudden gust of wind completely flip my…"
Barry Shandler commented on Cherie Smittle's blog post My first art fair (mountain festival)
"Your booth is quite nice . If you want to keep it, and avoid a lawsuit,you need weights. I like the EURMAX bags you fill with gravel. They are less than $25 a set of four , easy to carry, and add 20 LB to each leg. Of course …"
Barry Shandler replied to Terri Einer's discussion I'm interested in purchasing...Rant
"I didn't look but does your picture say "to buy this picture click here". Perfectly clear and precise. If it doesn't I most likely would just click "delete" and not send a question in return."
Barry Shandler replied to David Bornancin's discussion Today's Art Work - What do people Want?
"I do acrylic paintings of birds and wildlife on the basswood country round plaques. $40 to $250. I find much of my sales are for second homes. For example in Michigan many customers will say " this will look nice in my cabin up…"
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- Jinx Harris mall show
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- changes every show
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Like Lite Domes
Posted on August 30, 2012 at 7:25am 0 Comments 1 Like
I have a 10X10 and a 6X10 ( old Ann Arbor State Street Model ) Lite Dome. I really like them , they hold up in high winds, dont pool water in the rain , and the company is very helpful. Both are easier to set up with two people but can be done alone. You do need a three step folding stool to make the job much easier. I use a PVC tube weight filled with lead shot for each cornor. . Do get all four sides zippered and an awning zipper as they make life easier in the long run. …
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- At 3:59pm on July 28, 2012,
Connie Mettler said…
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- At 1:23pm on April 10, 2013,
Elle Heiligenstein said…
- Thank you, Barry. I truly do appreciate your comments and encouragement. You are a true gem I am adding you as a friend thanks!
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