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It's almost time to apply for 2016 summer shows. Here's a Tip to help you score higher in the jury! Show the booth filled with current work so jurors understand the scale of your work and your method of presentation.  Don't... Do...   Read more

It's almost time to apply for 2016 summer shows. Here's a Tip to help you score higher in the jury! When taking a picture of your booth, SHOOT THE BOOTH ONLY. Don't show other booths, your driveway, or anything else. Don't... Do... Read more

It's almost time to apply for 2016 summer shows. Here's a Tip to help you score higher in the jury! Make sure your booth image works towards a better jury result! Take a booth shot that is bright but with out harsh shadows. Avoid Submitting a shot… Read more

Article about Bling from FW, The Magazine for Chicago Women. Bling: The Jewelry & Gift Show, an indoor show, arrives just in time for the busy holiday shopping season, running Friday, Nov. 13 from 4 p.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 14 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Highland Park Country… Read more

It's almost time to apply for 2016 Use Your Time Wisely! Keep making art! So basic, but so important. Get back in the studio, out in the field and get going! Come back next year with more for your customers and followers.  Read more

It's almost time to apply for 2016 Get ready now! Take jury images of new art! If your body of work has changed, get new images taken. Make sure the images are focused and of high quality. Read more

It's almost time to apply for 2016 summer shows. Get ready now! Take out your notes from the shows over the spring and summer. Ask yourself some questions: Which were the best shows for you? Where did you sell the most? What were the variables? Rain/Sun/Temperature? Which show feels like the… Read more

It's almost time to apply for 2016 summer shows. Get ready now! Have an updated image of you booth display for jury. If you didn't take one at a show this past year, use the time now to set it up and take pictures before winter comes! Read more

Tips on What to Wear at Shows Jewelry: Wear solid colors that compliment your jewelry. Great necklines bring drama to necklaces and pulled back long hair shows off earrings best. If you have someone helping in the booth, have them model too. Show interesting ways to wear your… Read more

Tips for Increasing Interest and Sales Artists, have a quick script that you can use to explain a SIMPLIFIED version of your process. It helps to have pieces in process or raw materials on hand to use as you talk (think 5th grade reports and visual… Read more