Seeking opinions & discussion on the value of doing Fine Art Shows during Holiday / special event weekends. ie. Memorial day, Labor day, NYE, 4th, Superbowl etc.
Specific to the Fine Art as Crafts may be a bit different due to price points etc.
Pros
Read more…For my consumer behavior class, I chose to write about opportunities in the niche market of men's jewelry. I'm looking for some insight into what men do, and how they shop at art fairs.
Do most men appear to walk around alone, with friends, or wive
Read more…Hi Everyone - I have been testing out setup with some new equipment - new panels, hangers, etc. and I wanted to start gathering some suggestions to take into account for a setup to get a better booth shot for future applications. I have gotten some
Read more…Hi all, So I'm upgrading my booth. Could you guys give me advice on where to find best prices for knock down pro panels. Looking for sandy/tan color. Also best prices for display lights, with movable extensions. I've looked at propanels.com so far, b
Read more…Can anyone help out with exactly where to attach the weights to our tent? I've made PVC/concrete weights. It seems like the frame is where I need to attach them, but some shows specify they must be attached to the canopy. Are they referring to the fa
Read more…Tired of concrete filled plastic and bulging tent seams? Slender (6ft tall x 1.25 inches square) steel tent weights. Each weighs approximately 50 lbs. Weights secure to your tent legs with velcro straps. Steel loop on top so you can tie the weight to
Read more…Anyone here have any experience selling/buying an existing Art/Craft business?
My wife and I are kicking around the idea of a new direction in life (semi-retire/travel), and it will not include our art/craft business.
The product is more craft, Uniqu
What I'm not doing this weekend:
President Day's Weekend, the biggest tourist weekend of the year in Florida ... and oh how I wish I could say I was going to be there to attend:
Selling SHOWOFF Art Canopy - Pro Base Package. Used just once and it is in perfect like new condition. Brand new price was $995, selling it for $800. You can pick it up from Naples, FL. Send me a message if you are interested.
Read more…I am adding to my booth and would like to buy a Pro Panel Desk in Oatmeal and also accessories like small or large print bins and hanging shelves.
I am also in the market for Hangers.
If you have any of these items for sale...I am in Michigan.
Read more…Hi, all... A fairly naive question, but I just purchased a pro panels 10x10 and the nice adjustable hangers... The issue I'm having, which I'm sure is quite common, is the lighter work hangs out from the wall at the top... Are there any simple go to
Read more…Well, I thought I had a new booth set-up worked out, but it just didn't work for me. I
have the freestanding shelf unit with one additional half-width shelf and three mini shelves, all in oatmeal. I've used them twice. Bought for $400, sell for $300
Read more…I'm looking for a 3 foot french wall (frame + mesh panel). If anyone has one they are willing to sell please let me know. Thanks.
Read more…Hi folks -
I joined this forum just about a year ago now and I figured it was time to finally do a "proper" introduction and post some thoughts from my first year of shows.
I am a photographer and have been shooting landscapes/wildlife for over a dec
Read more…I'm new here, and just starting to send out applications. I've been told that different juries might like / not like white tablecloths; might or might not prefer table skirts, etc. I'd like to start a thread for any advice people might offer in these
Read more…I have been invited to exhibit at this art fair. It will be my second one. Has anyone had any recent experience with this fair? I am wondering how sales would be.
Read more…Hi !
I am looking for new spring venues in the Ohio/PA/MI area. Has anyone had any experience with the Shipshewana On The Road shows?
Any spring leads are appreciated.
We have, for many, many years, exhibited at the Home & Garden/Flower shows. My
Read more…I did it the first 2 years it went back to its traditional location in downtown Racine. It was then in late May/very early June. It was well run but didn’t get much attendance. I did below my minimum but hoped it would build in time, as long as they
Read more…I am offering my question here because I believe y'all are true professionals at selling at art or craft shows. I believe I can get serious replies.
Let me start by saying I do shows that usually offer some art but a lot of crafts. What I sell is
Read more…I am starting the bandwagon early for us.
Friday I'll make the flea market and resale shop circuit. I keep a watch out for things I can upcycle/repurpose. Sometimes dd is with me and can find something that I miss. I don't have exact specificatio
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