This is an established show that has good community involvement and a staff of professionals and volunteers to put it on who know what they are doing. Not an overwhelmingly large show it is about proportioned to the size and market for the area it serves.The location for the show is Stephens Lake Park on the east side of town about a mile from the big University of Missouri Campus. The park is lovely for the people who attend but a little unhandy for the artists. The administration does not allow vehicles in the park so everything has to be loaded in and out on foot, with a hand truck, or on one of the ATV’s that are provided by the committee.The ATV’s and trailers are a new wrinkle this year that worked out pretty well as the distance from the parking areas to the show is about one hundred yard or so making the walk (with a load) an issue especially for artists living with some sort of challenge or other.The weather was hot on Saturday and very nice on Sunday. The general attitude of the fair-goers was good and everyone seemed like they were having fun.There were numerous side events that complimented the atmosphere and added to the experience for the public. The crowd count was good on both days. Sales were decent for a show of this size and most artists I spoke to were generally satisfied with the show.The only thing that could hurt this show in the future is if the committee tried to expand it. It might be a little big right now but not overly so. The size of the show was reflected in the jurying which was good but slightly soft at times. Overall this is a great event for the public and artists alike.www.renegadeheart.net
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