I have my first art festival coming up and I have some framed and unframed prints. I’m not sure how to present my unframed ones. They are mostly 5x7 and 8x10. I started trying to mat them myself with 2” borders, as that is what someone recommended,
Read more…I have my first two festivals coming up in a month and I’m looking for the best way to go about this (aside from buying a new car, which isn’t quite in the budget) I have a Hyundai Elantra. My husband has a Chevy Malibu. Neither have a ton of space a
Read more…I am a photographer. When the application asks me if my work is handmade, or the information says “do not apply if you do not make your own work”, how do I respond to that? I take all the pictures myself but I send them somewhere to make metal prints
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I have done a few "craft" fairs that were not juried, they were fun and I sold many small items. I however want to break into the art fair market with my glass work as I enjoy making larger "art" pieces but do not have a market in my rural ar
Read more…My daughter is 16 and has been working really hard on her oil painting skills. She has a few paintings that are amazing and we are wanting to explore options for having prints made. I have no idea the process, costs or anything about it. I would appr
Read more…Hello everyone! I'm brand new to the art fair world, only having done a few 3-hour Art Walks, so I'm going to have a lot of questions as I begin this journey. First up... With the concept being that "people buy from people", I'm wondering if having
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I’m James and I’m getting ready to do my first shows as a photographer. I’ve been enjoying reading through the posts on the site, finding all sorts of answers to questions and general advice.
One question I’ve been think about, and hav
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I have been searching the archives hoping someone posted this at some point- does anyone know an approx. weight and size of a tramline/crafthut type canopy for shipping? I want to do an estimate for someone without carrying the entire set up
Read more…I'm doing my first outdoor show. I set up the tent yesterday and came in this morning to hang my prints and the whole ceiling of the tent is covered with condensation! What can I do to fix this?
The tent I'm using is borrowed and has some tiny wholes
Read more…Hi, she said shyly. I'm going to my first show on Saturday and have some display questions.
I'll be selling 4x6 matted watercolor prints, and handmade cabochon necklaces. (Plus some larger unmatted prints and greeting cards.)
In general, from a pote
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I'm pretty new at the art show world; I started in 2018 with 3 shows and I will have 4 or 5 this year. I would like to know what others think about the prospect of making money at this.
I have learned to research the show, to effectively s
Read more…I'll be doing my first fair in August and I'm not sure how many prints I should bring. The initial cost of building inventory and my booth setup is stressing me out. Here are the details
Wayne County Fair in Belleville Michigan
Attendance = 18,000 to
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I used to be part of this group years ago but mainly have moved away from art shows (towards comicons). My wife has just started her Dog Treat Business (All Natural Dog Treats) and would like to start selling them at craft shows.
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I'm a ceramic artist (AKA potter) from Greenwich, CT. I had only 3 shows - two of which were pretty minor league - under my belt when just for fun I applied to a major crafts fair and was shocked to be accepted. The booth fee is pretty hefty, so I ha
Read more…I have been accepted to my first show....and I think I need lots of help: ) :)
Seriously, I would like to hire a mentor - for the weekend, or for set-up (they are providing the tent but I would need propanels) or any other suggestions...I am in Cent
Read more…I'm a fine art photographer getting ready to do my first shows. I have not yet bought a canopy.
What are the various choices to consider for displaying framed prints?
I know generally what Pro Panels are - what other brands and types of systems are t
Read more…Hello! I am new to the art fair scene. What kind of pieces sell the best? I mostly have wall art currently, but I could make some more small home decor items as well. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
Read more…I am a photographer, finishing up my third year of art shows and am looking toward next year. I live in Louisville and would like to apply to one of the St. James Court shows and am confused by the statement in the application regarding 25%.
"Prints
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Newbie here, did a search but can't find an answer to my question.
I have a 10x10 set-up right now, done a couple shows, but looking at applying to some shows that have 12x12 ft. spaces. Do people have tents and set-ups for both sizes or do y
Read more…Have amassed a body of work that, from going to shows locally, seems at least comparable. Thought I'd like to try a show to see if there is any interest in the work from the general public. I've applied for several shows (Zapplicaton) without being
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