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Pro Panels Needed at Winter Park Sidewalk This Weekend

Started this discussion. Last reply by Barrie Lynn Bryant Mar 13. 3 Replies 0 Likes

My wife and I have been juried into TWO categories and have TWO booths this weekend, March 15-17, at Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival and need to rent some extra Pro Panels for our second booth. A…Continue

Sedona Arts Festival Needs Artists

Started this discussion. Last reply by Lucia Friedericy Oct 3, 2017. 10 Replies 2 Likes

It may still be true, but the Sedona Arts Festival has space available for its show next weekend. Set up for show is October 6 and show is October 7-8, 2017. I'm just passing along the message that…Continue

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Redmond Arts Festival Info Needed -- Got Soap or Art?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Janice Tayler Mar 16. 3 Replies 0 Likes

I'm wondering about this Redmond show that accepts only 70 artists, er, uh, 70 curated designers, artists, and craftspeople? Anyone have news about it? I love the idea of a show that size, and it's…Continue

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Artfest SPOKANE Reviews or Info NEEDED

Started this discussion. Last reply by Barrie Lynn Bryant May 12, 2017. 6 Replies 0 Likes

Hey there, folks. I'm researching Washington State and just might apply to Artfest Spokane soon since the deadline is March 13, 2017. The show is June 2-4 and could be a perfect time to be in…Continue

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Barrie Lynn Bryant replied to Steve Born's discussion Minneapolis: Craft Hut 10'x10' for sale: $300

"Mine has some pinholes in the roof and I used clear silicon inside to slightly cover them. Works perfect. These tents are nearly indestructible, so this is most likely a good deal. Do you have a short front awning for it or the bigger one for the…"

Apr 8

Barrie Lynn Bryant replied to Ross C Berg's discussion Great Lakes Art Fair is a scam

"I'm not going to try to understand why Belleville uses Entry Thingy, and I wonder if they get fewer or greater number of applications because they do? I'm guessing fewer, because I even forgot to go back and apply this year because they…"

Apr 6

Barrie Lynn Bryant replied to Ross C Berg's discussion Great Lakes Art Fair is a scam

"Sorry to hear of your dissatisfaction and suspicion. Entrythingy is not the problem. In fact, reputable shows such as the Belleville, Illinois Art on the Square use Entrythingy. Just research as best you can before applying. Belleville is rated as…"

Apr 6

Barrie Lynn Bryant replied to Brooke Connor's discussion For Sale Colorado - Graphic Display System Walls, Print Bins and tons of extras

"Nice deal."

Apr 6

Barrie Lynn Bryant commented on Connie Mettler's blog post Who Won the Prizes at Coconut Grove and Winter Park?

"Look there! How cute is that tondo upthread? Little ol' me as the Mad Hatter! Thanks for posting, Connie. Here's the artwork that won. The Marionettist, a mixed media collage in hand carved frame that is finished with 23.75 karat gold."

Apr 4

Janice Tayler replied to Barrie Lynn Bryant's discussion Redmond Arts Festival Info Needed -- Got Soap or Art?

"Hi Mandy; I was searching for summer art festivals in the seattle area and came across the Redmond one. Wondering if you ended up doing it, and, if so, was it any good? "

Mar 16

Barrie Lynn Bryant replied to Barrie Lynn Bryant's discussion Pro Panels Needed at Winter Park Sidewalk This Weekend

"Hi, Connie. I hope you are doing well. We're doing pretty good, but the allergies are still a problem. We're managing them well. According to our infectious diseases doctor, Florida shouldn't really be on our intinerary ever again.…"

Mar 13

Connie Mettler replied to Barrie Lynn Bryant's discussion Pro Panels Needed at Winter Park Sidewalk This Weekend

"I'll bump it up again too, Barrie. So great that you are heading to Florida again. Hopefully all the allergies are taken care of. I featured your work (the booth shot above) in my "What are you doing this weekend?" emails to art fair…"

Mar 12

Barrie Lynn Bryant replied to Sandy Walker's discussion Jury images for mixed media

"My wife and I are collaborators. She makes the drawings and 2d mixed media, and I handcraft all of her frames. Quite often the frames are hand carved and gilded,and sometimes they add content to the artwork. I decided several years ago to quit…"

Mar 11

Barrie Lynn Bryant replied to Barrie Lynn Bryant's discussion Pro Panels Needed at Winter Park Sidewalk This Weekend

"I'm bumping this to the top tonight. We're on our way to Florida and in a Decatur, AL hotel tonight. Still need some Pro Panels in Winter Park this weekend. We'll probably be in Gainesville, FL tomorrow night. THANKS!"

Mar 11

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Mar 11

Barrie Lynn Bryant replied to Richard L. Sherer's discussion Arty Martket of Estes Park, CO, 2018

"My wife and I have done this show twice (2017-2018) and the mid-September show once (2017). We reapplied to this show Richard is reviewing since Estes Park is a beautiful place to be at a show, the committee is awesome, we won Best of Show last…"

Jul 25, 2018

Barrie Lynn Bryant commented on Lawrence M. Sawyer's blog post Marion Arts Festival has it pretty much figured out.

"I'm just playing around with the expenses for this show based upon reading your review. And then I'm wondering if it was really that profitable directly? It might have been, but feeling good about a show and how we are treated is also…"

Jul 9, 2018

Barrie Lynn Bryant commented on Connie Mettler's blog post How You Get to be Chosen to be in the Cherry Creek Arts Festival

"Yeah, not really investigative journalism going on with this article. Maybe talk to a juror? An artist? Quote somebody saying something? So, Connie, why did you describe it as a great article?"

Jul 9, 2018

Barrie Lynn Bryant replied to Scott Clark's discussion Has anyone participated in the Peoria Art Fair in Illinois?

"We participated in 2016. Seemed like it was going to be a good selling show for us, but it wasn't. Several of my long time artist friends didn't do well at this 2016 show, either. All are showing different mediums, too. Show seemed to have…"

Jul 4, 2018

Barrie Lynn Bryant replied to Chuck Hinrichs Jr.'s discussion Item Name Badges For Products

"I'm so with Larry on this one, but you can use an x-acto knife and a ruler. Brush up on your graphic arts skills. This is art class 101 stuff! It's great you are making your tags look nice! I put a thumbnail pic of the art image on each…"

Mar 6, 2018

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Society of Gilders GOT GOLD LEAF?

Posted on April 19, 2017 at 4:26pm 11 Comments 1 Like

Everyone familiar with me knows that I'm a picture frame designer, maker, carver, and gilder who makes frames exclusively for his wife's artworks. During 1999 I began studying picture frame history and soon discovered gilding in all its glory. I was lucky enough to have a friend who gave me the first 10 years of Picture Framing Magazine (1990-1999) wherein I discovered a treasure trove about frames, frame making, gilding, and the industry.

In 2004, I received a professional…

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Space Coast Art Festival PRIZE WINNERS

Posted on December 2, 2015 at 9:28am 4 Comments 0 Likes

I did this show that happens Thanksgiving weekend many years ago, but quit it and a few others before it so that I could be home in Wyoming for Thanksgiving. Seeing the list of winners makes me wish I could still travel to Florida for two reasons: I see a lot of friends and a gobs of prize money! I haven't yet heard about sales, how the change of venue is progressing, and how the other show not too very far away on the same weekend …

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Congratulations, GREG LITTLE!

Posted on November 11, 2015 at 10:00am 11 Comments 2 Likes

Greg might be unaware of his fame today, but I was just visiting the Collectors of Wood Art website HERE HERE HERE and discovered he's the featured artist on their home page. I don't know how often that feature changes, but it doesn't really matter all that much. What does matter is that Greg is a member of Collectors of Wood Art and that his work is being featured.

I'm a fan of that site and organization anyway and…

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Pre-Show News: Mandarin Art Festival in Jacksonville, FL

Posted on April 3, 2015 at 8:17pm 3 Comments 1 Like

MANDARIN ART FESTIVAL is a small show located in an affluent Jacksonville, Florida neighborhood, and it may be one of Florida's best kept secrets. This year 90 artists will exhibit on the grounds of MANDARIN COMMUNITY CLUB, which is the historical Freedom School site built by Harriet Beecher Stowe in 1872. The St. Johns River can be seen behind the homes…

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Comment Wall (10 comments)

At 2:23pm on January 31, 2014, Joan Pinkus said…: Barrie I enjoyed looking at the booths from the Kentucky show. Thank you for sharing that info.

At 9:54pm on February 3, 2014, Connie Mettler said…: Welcome to Art Fair Insiders, Barrie. I'm pleased to see you here and look forward to having you as part of our community.

When you have a chance, please 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.

We also ask that all new members take a few moments of their time to read the code of conduct. You will find it at http://www.artfairinsiders.com/page/code-of-conduct. There are a few guidelines that all members will need to follow because , as in any social community, we all need to work together.

Best wishes, Connie Mettler

p.s. The best way to make this system easy to use is to click on the "Follow-Email me" link at the bottom of each Forum discussion that interests you. That way the system will email you automatically whenever anyone responds. It's a great time-saver.

At 8:28am on February 4, 2014, Joan Pinkus said…: Nice meeting you Barrie. Thanks for telling me about the no Y. I so enjoyed looking at the booth photos. I'd love to get feedback about my booth. I'll have to figure out how to upload a photo here. Thanks again, Joan

At 9:48am on June 23, 2014, Connie Mettler gave Barrie Lynn Bryant a gift…: Gold Trophy
Hey Barrie, thanks so much for your upbeat participation on this site. I always read what you have written, lots of optimism and good common sense. Thanks for everything.
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At 12:44pm on July 02, 2014, Connie Mettler gave Barrie Lynn Bryant a gift…: Pop the Champagne
Happy Birthday, Barrie! Hope this is a great day for you and just the first day of your best year ever! Thank you for all your contributions to AFI.
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At 2:40pm on February 03, 2015, Connie Mettler gave Barrie Lynn Bryant a gift…: 2014 Star
You are one of those people who make this site worth reading. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences and the generous amount of time you put into helping folks out. . THANKS!
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At 11:23pm on March 31, 2015, Connie Mettler gave Barrie Lynn Bryant a gift…: Post of the Week
Congrats on being awarded the Post of the Week - 3/24/2015
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At 6:32am on August 17, 2015, Peter Grimord said…: Thanks Barrie, It's a pleasure to be your friend and I truly hope to meet both you and your wife on the road at some point. Most of my shows are not too far afield from my home in north/central PA. It sounds like the south/east USA is your best market and this was alway inexplicably one of my worst. Probably my restrained overall style of art, no matter the medium, is responsible. I used to describe my sculpture booth presentation as the "booth that looks like nothing is in it". It's THAT restrained and this impulse is always carried through anything I do as an artist,...or anything else for that matter.

At 8:10am on September 16, 2015, Christina L. Towell said…: Thank you, Barrie!

At 12:20pm on March 22, 2017, Ernie Komarek said…: Hi Barry,

I'm probably not going to do any shows this year. I'm dealing with health problems that prevent me from doing much traveling. I did just receive an invite to "Art on the Levee" in Ft. Benton, MT. It's really a nice show in conjuntion with their Fort Benton Days celebration - parade, rodeo, etc. The setting is in a nice park and show organizers were excellent and the crowds were motivated buyers.

Contact: TONI MOLINARIO 622-5346 (artontheleveeftb@gmail.com)

In 2015 booth cost $75.00 for 3 days (last week of June). You can select your booth on the application form. Booths are 15 x 10'-15'. Most booths are under large shade trees but it can get breezy. Set up is real easy with artist parking close by.