Hi everyone,
I tried to contact Salute to the Master's art fair for advice on how they worked their children's art center. All my searches led me to Art Fair Insiders. Is there anyone out there willing to give me some advice on how to add a children's center to our Second Annual Art Fair in Staunton, IL, held in Sept 2011. I have $1000 for supplies but could really use some advice on what works, what doesn't work, etc.
My e-mail is gailscheller@yahoo.com and my phone number is 618-637-2144. I would really appreciate any insight you can give me.
Comments
Look at what Old Capitol Art Fair in Springfield IL and Oklahoma City Festival of the Arts is doing. They have a separate section for Children (parents aren't allowed) and artists contribute artwork that sells for $3, $4 or $5. The artist gets the proceeds or commission with OK City, so they are happy to contribute.
Larry Berman
Art Show Jury Services
http://BermanGraphics.com
412-401-8100
I would suggest contact local arts educators first. In Missouri, we have the MAEA, I would assume Illinois has some equivalent.
http://www.maea.net/
They have a links page which should be useful.
The NAEA (National Art Education Association) is the national organization that MAEA is affiliated.
http://www.arteducators.org/
It wouldn't hurt a thing to contact these folks too
http://www.jacobyartscenter.org/
Good luck!