I know there are some of us that make a living, creating and selling our art full-time, but how many of us have that as their ONLY source of income. I mean, no financial help from a partner, spouse, parents, investor...you get the idea. My dream is t
Read more…I'm new to this site. Had a chance to listen to several podcasts from Art Fair Radio this weekend and found them very helpful. Question: How do you filter through all the info to determine which show are right for you?
Read more…I have just started doing art fairs and need a tent for outdoor shows. I live in Iowa and could travel to surrounding states. Please provide pictures and prices. Thanks, Jan
Read more…They are at Fountain Square in Evanston this weekend. First time I've seen them up close and personal, but I don't always walk entire shows. Anyone know if they were at Wells seeing as it is the same organizer?
Read more…Please forgive me because I know this topic has been done to death.
After years with my cheap Costco Caravan, I'm finally ready to bite the bullet and purchase a heavy-duty canopy. I've got it narrowed down to Trimline or Light Dome. Talk me into o
Read more…I just did my first tent show and learned a lot about what NOT to do. I found this site about a week before the show. The advice to attend a show before getting a booth is good. If I had, I might not have invested my money and time in th
I make quilted wall hangings! I've been making them to sell for about 3 years now. This year Uncle Sam insists that I make a profit. So far, the only show that I've attended so far went very well. I did the Edina Art Fair in Minneapolis (Edina) M
Read more…How do you all feel about raising or lowering your prices when the economy hits a lull or if you just want to generate more sales?
I'm ambiguous about this. My bf thinks maybe lowering is a good idea but in other circles there is that idea that RAISI
Read more…As far as I understand the Square does not work with a Windows phone. Does anyone know of a similar technology that is compatable with Windows?
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Greetings Everyone,
This is my first year at paricipating in open air art festivals. I have thoroughly enjoyed reading the discussions at Art fair Insiders...what a treasure trove of ideas and experinces! Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Next month
Read more…Please excuse the length. I do go on.
Someone saw some of my work online and asked how to get their hands on a print. I'd uploaded some files to an online print-on-demand place (FineArtAmerica.com) and directed them there. I asked for feedback - the
Read more…I'm trying to update, or really write my first professional CV/artist statement. Can anyone help me with what prospective gallery owners want to read? I used to write press releases for artists' upcoming shows, but I'm having the hardest time coming
Read more…Hello everyone, I am knew to this website but I have been doing shows for the last nine years. I must say that I have enjoyed reading reviews and people's comments. Does anyone out there have any experience with The Little Street Craftfair in Chicago
Read more…I'm applying to exhibit in this show in January, has anyone participated in it before? Any comments on this particular show? Thanks!
Read more…These folks haven't put up a list of artists, and a friend of mine would like to know how far one should consider driving to do this show. There's only one review and it has a good reputation and is not on the same weekend as Gold Coast this year.
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I was wondering if anyone had participated in the Carlisle Harvest of the Arts Festival, held the last week of September. I have received a brochure about the show, but haven't heard about it.
Does anyone have comments on the show, attendance,
Read more…Hi, just wanted to give you all an update. Yesterday, we headed out to pick up the material to build our first "quasi - pro panel" from plans we bought on ebay. My husband was all in (although we were both worried about how much of a task it was goin
Read more…I was wondering if any one has done the Mendocino Arts & Crafts Fair at the Art Center. I'm accepted but on the fence...any opinions?
Thanks
Read more…Hi, I am just getting back into the show scene and realized that displays have been upgraded... I am told that canopies walls must be covered, inc. the front legs, no table displays and a carpet on the ground? I have been looking at pro panels as sho
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