First thanks to everone for all the info I`ve recieved here and other places. My wife and I just got accepted to the Buckhead Spring Arts and Crafts Festival May 10th and 11th. to say we`re excited would be an understatement. This is just the secound time we`ve applied for a show. Our first show applied to, our application and pictures were a mess. Did a little better this time.
I`m so green I don`t even know what to put down for catagory of my work. If you would like to see it and tell me here`s a link to my facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/blairs.wirebonsai
Also, any advice or info about this event is also appreciated.
Blair Rockefeller
Blair`s Wire Bonsai
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Best wishes, Blair. We've all been there. Consider these first shows like on the job training. Chris said it right, observe, make notes, watch, set up early and then walk around to see what others are doing. Have fun.
Category: metal or sculpture
Do you leave your art in your booth overnight or do you take it out and bring it back in the morning?
Thanks
Blair
I always left the work. 99% of the time there's security. Just take your money.
Congratulations! Now the fun begins.
Just a few pointers. Get there early. It's going to be organized confusion for many, so the earlier you're there the better.
While you're setting up, observe the other exhibitors. You'll pick up little tricks about setup you didn't think of. Introduce yourself to your neighbors.
Your first display will not be your final one, so look at other exhibitors' displays and learn.
Dress nice. I've seen some exhibitors who look like they came to the show directly from cleaning the garage. "Dress for success" as they say. The customer notices that.
Make sure your prices are visible.
A chair? Only when nobody's around. Stand up as much as possible. And no reading material either. You're there to sell, not read.
Smile. A lot. Greet every customer that comes into your booth. Nothing fancy, just a nice "good morning" or "good afternoon" will suffice. If they show interest don't be afraid to explain what it is and how you enjoy making them.
Now for the hard part. You may not sell anything. That happens to everybody. But while you're doing the show, observe to see if you're the only one not selling, or is nobody selling? I made all of $20 at my first show.
You have a product that's different. That puts you ahead of the plethora of woodworkers or jewelers. Something different. Capitalize on that.
Good luck!!!
Congrats!! Like your work....best of luck