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Craft show jury fees: Is there normally one?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Linnea Lahlum Jan 22, 2019. 7 Replies 1 Like

There is only one show a year that I do that would be classified as a craft show (generally lower end products and buy/sell) and the funds mostly go to scholarships and the like (501c3). This year,…Continue

Scam Alert: Email regarding purchasing a list of attendees from a show

Started this discussion. Last reply by Steve Sawusch Jun 3, 2019. 22 Replies 1 Like

I received 2 emails overnight that look like spam/fishing/etc and wanted to check to see if anyone else got them. I have attached a copy below but have removed the show name with **Show Name**. I am…Continue

(Video) Colorado Dickens Holiday Store was in the news (and it wasn't good)

Started this discussion. Last reply by Steve Sawusch Oct 31, 2017. 1 Reply 1 Like

I saw the tail end of this last night. I believe that it is more than 5 owed money (I know 3 people well that are owed from years ago, not just last year that they report). I personally have only…Continue

Canon imagePrograf IPF6100 24" wide format printer

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This is a used canon image Prograf IPF 6100 24" wide format printer. Needs a new right print head. Located Loveland, CO 80537Continue

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Steve Sawusch replied to Rick Wallace's discussion Another crazy idea....

"Same here. On the street could be a really bad idea. If there is a crash because of a distracted driver, you might be liable in some way."

Sep 17, 2020

Steve Sawusch replied to Barry Bernstein's discussion Art Fair Cancellations--Post Here.

"At least one show has said that ZAPP said the show should refund artists money. When the show asked ZAPP for any refund from them, ZAPP said no. That will not help."

Apr 8, 2020

Steve Sawusch replied to Barry Bernstein's discussion Art Fair Cancellations--Post Here.

"At least one show has said that ZAPP said the show should refund artists money. When the show asked ZAPP for any refund from them, ZAPP said no. That will not help."

Apr 8, 2020

Steve Sawusch replied to Barry Bernstein's discussion Art Fair Cancellations--Post Here.

"Anyone know if ZAPP is helping shoulder some of the financial fallout? Are they partially refunding the show organizers? I know some shows are already out a lot for advertising and other expenses like ZAPP fees. I don't know what their fees are…"

Mar 30, 2020

Steve Sawusch commented on Jeff Owen's blog post Art Show Promotion - Car Door Magnets

"It is a cheaper advertising method though and I think would bring people to a show."

Oct 18, 2019

Steve Sawusch commented on Jeff Owen's blog post Art Show Promotion - Car Door Magnets

"I see a potential legal liability. If one of those cars gets in an accident, the show might get pulled into the legal/insurance proceedings."

Oct 18, 2019

Steve Sawusch commented on Laura MacNaughton's blog post Horrible new Zapp format! Very difficult to use! Why was this done?

"Did you test out printing the information for a show? I need to document the contract terms when I apply for a show. On firefox, almost nothing prints out and on chrome/edge, information is covered up by the menu bar. You need to adjust the CSS for…"

Sep 30, 2019

Steve Sawusch commented on Connie Mettler's blog post Des Moines Artist Sues for Copyright Infringement

"Sounds like the work was not registered ($25k). Note to artists, register your work."

Aug 28, 2019

Steve Sawusch replied to Diana Augustine's discussion Battery Lighting for Dummies

"I have heard good things about the Yeti battery https://www.goalzero.com/shop/power-stations/goal-zero-yeti-1000-lithium-portable-power-station/. We will probably be upgrading to it when we need to replace our batteries."

Jul 8, 2019

Steve Sawusch replied to Steve Sawusch's discussion Scam Alert: Email regarding purchasing a list of attendees from a show

"Looks like they are sending out another wave of these. Received and email for an upcoming show lol."

Jun 3, 2019

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Your Medium: Photography

Years in the Art Fair Business: 9

First show ever: Loveland Art in the Park

What is your website?: http://www.USscenics.com

Worst show ever and why: All in my opinion

Art On The Rockies - Edwards, CO (They may call it Vail, CO but it is not)
- Extremely low traffic count that was only a small % of stated attendance. Way too many artists for this size crowd.
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Sloan's Lake - Pulled out before it was a complete disaster. Show was run by Danna Tullis of Colorado Event Design. Just search on AFI to find more opinions about her shows including one in Salida, Parker and Longmont.

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

What is one fun fact about yourself?: All comments posted on this site are in my opinion.

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At 9:57pm on February 6, 2015, Richard L. Sherer said…: If anyone complains about the Edwards show, I guess we can reply "We told you so". They have to be a dumber than dirt optimist to do it IMO.

At 11:49pm on November 22, 2014, John Hartung said…: Hi Steve, I believe we met at the Vail Art Festival correct?

At 2:19pm on August 12, 2014, Jacki Bilsborrow gave Steve Sawusch a gift…: Red Ribbon
Thank you, Steve, for your review of the Loveland Art in the Park. We appreciate your help.
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