West Coast Artists runs six shows including the Desert Art Festival in Frances Stevens Park in Palm Springs. It seems the city may want to move it elsewhere as a result of a meeting with the merchants from the Uptown Design District, the area most af
Read more…From our AFI Facebook page:
This past weekend, I observed something that could happen to any of us out there doing art / craft shows alone.
On Saturday [2nd day of the show ] an artist had went by to say good morning to another artist[an old friend] a
Great news from Rhode Island.
As of December 1, 2013, The State of RI has eliminated the 7% sales tax for original works and limited signed reproductions for artists & photographers.
This also extends to craftspeople, writers, musicians, dancers & s
Read more…Obviously not a new product, I've used Google apps for years, but I find Google calendar to be a very effective tool in managing the frequent and recurring deadlines of the art show biz. Here are a few of the pluses. It plays (syncs) well with all
Read more…Hey Artsy Types,
I am asking all the well seasoned slightly smoking from this year vets of art shows. This is the time of year we are planning for next spring. I am a 2d artist-painter and want to know how many canvas do you plan for back to back sho
Read more…here's the link to my blog to read more... about Seemore!
I met Seemore this weekend in Durham [CenterFest] and he got me thinking. Should the art match the couch? Please take a few moments to read and let me know what you think.
Read more…I would like to have a frank discussion about actual numbers, because I'm wondering if I'm missing something (math has never been my strong suit!)
I have always avoided the fundraiser shows that charge a commission on sales, for a number of different
Read more…A while ago I was told that jewelry exhibitors carry guns. So tonight I googled "do jewelry exhibitors carry guns?". The second page produced an application with the following statement.
Ours is a family-oriented event, and exhibits must be in keep
Read more…If you are C or subS corporation (don't know about LLCs) every year in Colorado you have to file an annual report with the Secretary of State. This confirms your address and who are the officers of the corporation. It cost $10 to do this on line and
Read more…When art work is donated the Federal Tax Code only allows you to deduct the cost of materials, not the retail or wholsale value of your work. This has been a thorn in my side for a long time and I have written my Congressmen about it. Senator Ben Nig
Read more…I recently googled an exhibitor and learned that he is president of a company that according to the company profile employs 20-50 and has annual sales of 2.3 million dollars. Additionally he does art fairs in 28 states.
How do I compete against th
Read more…Hi all! I am already starting to plan for the winter even though its late July. I am interested to know how you make it through December, January and February when there aren't many shows. I know Florida has some choices, but many say Florida is over
Read more…The best two things I have done to my my show life easier are:
1. Getting a vehicle in which I can leave my show stuff. I can't even begin to quantify the amount of time and energy I save by not taking it out after every show and reloading it before
Read more…Earlier this summer I exhibited at the Art and Air fair in Webster Groves, MO. (It turned out to be a good show for us)
Shortly after opening on Friday evening a middle aged man brought one of my pieces up to me (with a look and tone of, I know I'm g
Read more…I just came across this today and because it is a National regulation it would apply to some of the metal and stone artists hauling heavy loads. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and "According to the Department of Transportation, any truck
Read more…Hi everyone! I have two quick questions about selling original artwork.
My first show is this weekend and since I am selling all original work should I offer certificates of authenticity with each piece?
Also I was talking to the local framer who is
Read more…I'm hoping that I've chosen the proper forum for this question so here goes. I am a photographer who has never offered a limited edition print. At the last show I did, I had a couple of perspective customers ask if I had any limited editions. When I
Read more…I am very dissapointed in this magazine and will not be ordering it again... especially after seeing this TOP 200 edition.
There is a FULL back page ad from a promoter (Amy Amdur Festivals) and then ironically I see her shows very high up on this li
Read more…I remember reading on one of the blogs a few months ago (I can't find it) that there was a "Square like" processing company that allowed you to retain the customer's email address. Can anyone tell me the name of that company and any other informatio
Read more…I'm ready to make the switch to a smart phone that takes credit cards. I've read alot about square but does anyone know anything about leaders?
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