This is the first year that I'm aggressively applying to fine art shows - WOW are they expensive!!! I'd love your expert advice, oh sage festival pros.
I've been accepted to Amdur's Barrington (brand new), Lincolnshire, Arlington Hts, North Shore and The Glen shows. During the weekend of Barrington, I was also considering Prairie Arts in Schaumburg. Sounds like Cuneo is not a great bet.
I normally do Libertyville Days on Father's Day weekend - great little cheap summer festival with good attendance. I've heard good things about the Lakefront festival of arts at the Milwaukee Art Museum that weekend, but I can't find an application online yet.
Fountain Square Art Festival in Evanston is the same weekend as Amdur's Arlington Hts. Thoughts?
I have had good luck at the Adler art show in Libertyville, which is the same weekend as Amdur's Glenview show. I've also heard good things about Evanston Lakeshore Arts Festival that same weekend.
Other confusing weekends - Labor Day... is Art Fair on the Square in Lake Forest worthwhile?
Anyone have comments on the Wilmette Arts Guild show on 9/11-12? It's very tempting to consider the smaller guild shows when faced with $400+ booth fees.
Thank you to anyone willing to take the time to help!!!
I'd love to hear about your favorite shows in this area.
Wendy
