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Outdoor Art Show - How do I stop hanging picture frames and aluminum prints from blowing in the wind?

I am a photographer and I have medium and large framed prints and aluminum prints which I hang on the mesh walls of my Flourish canopy.  I have not lost any pieces yet, but whenever it gets windy, most of my hanging pieces becoming a moving art displ

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How much weight -A little math for fun

Do you all know an artist named Bernoulli?

No? Well he was an artist in other areas of thought, mainly mathematics. He created Bernoulli's equation.

Without getting into the exact math, physics and engineering, here are some ideas for consideration.

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Cross-straps, cinch straps, tie downs...

I want to add an extra layer of wind-proofing to my set up when the wind is bad and am looking for some cross-straps, whatever they're called so I can X them on two sides of the tent. I have a Trimline, stabars, plenty of weight, can't think of much

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How Windy is Too Windy

Doing one of my first shows tomorrow with an EZUP Tent and ProPanels 10x10... Show is in Oakland and weather says gusty winds ranging 20 up to 30 MPH... This is in an open parking lot and I have the hooks that pull the tent down to the panels and 4 s

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Wind proof tent or canopy suggestions?

Hello everyone!

Being in the Pacific Northwest, rain is the main issue when it comes to weather but the wind also gets a little out of control. I'm doing some light research for tents/pop-ups and canopies that are resistant to high winds. Any suggest

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Bad idea or not?

I have my first big outdoor show this weekend, and need advice...

I have a Trimline, with 35lb weights at each corner and will have somewhat heavy pieces hanging from the mesh panels which should help add weight. I think I might get a couple cinderbl

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Sides up or sides down?

I love my sidewalls and have already benefitted from having them, but at my last show, I found them to be getting in the way more than they were helping. This was particularly because in the beginning I set my tent up in the wrong direction (aghh!) s

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Severe storm in Twin Cities destroys tents and artwork

About half of the 140 artists participating in the "Wayzata Art Experience" had already set up their booths when the storm hit about 7:30 p.m.  (Wayzata is a western suburb of the Twin Cities.)  Winds were measured at 60-80 mph and lasted 15 minute

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Wind - can you ever be fully prepared?

I saw this posted on another site, just another good reminder on why we need secure booths.  However, I'm not sure we can ever be prepared for 90 mph winds.

 

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