"you gotta do whats best for you. I just cancelled a show due to weather,,,,,,,,,,,,,, but I just go over a bout with pneumonia., Best for me to not take any chances. There is always another show"

Jul 26

Barry Shandler replied to Matt Gwinn's discussion What's the worst comment you've ever received at a show?

"I learn a long time ago if you cant deal with the public get out of this business. Forbes magazine once wrote 17% of people in any country of the world are total jerks or worse."

Jul 19

Barry Shandler replied to Matt Gwinn's discussion Signage Questions

"never put up a booth banner if your stuff is easy and attractive to steal at night. Its easier to find your booth and most security is not that good. I have had stuff stolen and even thought it might be security."

Jul 18

Barry Shandler replied to Chris Bohannon's discussion How to level my tent

"i carry a stock of various thicknesses of wood cut to 4”x4”"

Jul 12

Barry Shandler replied to Sarah Schoenfeld's discussion Brutal feedback, please?

"Trash that awful easel. Never hang from the top frame structure. Cant tell what your selling. Looks like it might be birds, cats, fish and other stuff. I would hope theres no kids on the beach flying kites-or abstracts. you must have a central…"

Jul 2

Barry Shandler replied to Sarah Schoenfeld's discussion Brutal feedback, please?

"Looks like a going out of business sale to me. Not much there . What is there is blocked from entry with things your not selling. Tables and boxes. No one uses open screen anymore. As a minimum cover them with cloth. Better yet get “Pro…"

Jul 1

Barry Shandler replied to Larry Sohn's discussion Effect change at Fine Art Shows

"it is possible that a national association of fine artists and craftsmen would work. The by laws say we no longer apply to shows that don't meet our criteria. After all it worked in England 500 years ago with craftsmen's guilds. King…"

Jun 21

Barry Shandler replied to Larry Sohn's discussion Effect change at Fine Art Shows

"I believe that as you say "our future is bleak". The quality arts and crafts show is slowly disappearing. Nothing much that I see can be done about it. "

Jun 19

Barry Shandler replied to Kris Tracy's discussion Making money at art shows

"Im a wildlife and landscape painter using acrylics. The first thing is to see if anyone will buy your pictures. If you did well on the three shows in 2018 you should do as well in the 5 shows in 2019. If you do poorly you…"

Jun 19

Barry Shandler replied to Morgan M. Harris's discussion Good shows getting stale?

"No suggestions. There are marketing people in big corporations being paid a $500,000 a year to try to figure out why and how people buy. I never could. Shows seem to go hot or cold as the years go by for no apparent reason"

May 21

Barry Shandler replied to Darlene L Sours's discussion New here and hoping to get enough information on set up to hit the Fall Art Fair circuit

"Go first class if your work is first class. Wait another year if you cant afford Pro Panels. Mesh doesn't have the look in my view."

May 20

Barry Shandler replied to Lori Buff's discussion Good pop up for rain?

"I have the Eurmax for two years now and never had a rain or wind problem. I do use three stabilizer bars. I never use my Litedome any more. Its much more rugged but just too difficult to set up for me being alone now. My son got a EZup a few months…"

May 14

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Your Medium: painting

Years in the Art Fair Business: 30

First show ever: Jinx Harris mall show

What is your website?: http://none

What are the best things about art fairs: changes every show

Best show ever and why: unsure

Worst show ever and why: unsure

Who referred you to ArtFairInsiders.com? Please be specific.: A customer.

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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…: Welcome to ArtFairInsiders, Larry. 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.

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Best wishes,

Connie Mettler

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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!