Buying Jewelry at an Art Festival
Looking to gift yourself or a special person? Handmade jewelry is a great choice. At a festival, peruse the jewelry. You will see a variety of work from casual to elegant, with corresponding prices.
If you are looking at high end work, ask as… Read more
How To Hang Wall Art
The size and weight of your art determines how you hang it:
Large, heavy work will need to have two heavy duty picture hooks screwed or nailed into wall studs.
Paintings need to be “wired” on the back side which is typically already done… Read more
How To Make the Most of Your Art Fest Day!
Preview the festival online before you go: Get a sense of the layout and special stages and experiences! Are you looking for a particular artist? Check the list of exhibitors to see if they will be at the show.
Wear comfy shoes, a hat,… Read more
Festival Tip #1: Getting Ready To Buy Art at the Festivals
10 Tips to Get Ready for the Art Festivals by Amy Amdur, CEO & Founder of
Amdur Productions
1. Decide where you'd like a piece of wall art! Some typical places include:
*The wall over the head of the bed
*The wall over the sofa
*The front hall
2. Photograph the space… Read more
Happy International Women’s Day!
A message from Amy Amdur on International Women’s Day
On this day of Women, I give recognition and respect to the mothers, grandmothers, sisters, partners, teachers, artists, doctors, women in political office - to ALL women who strive to make this world a better place everyday.… Read more
A Serendipitous Story
Dear Friends,
A few weeks ago, we were flying back from attending two art festivals in Florida, where we met new artists, connected with artists we know, and escaped the cold Chicago weather for a few days. On the plane, we worked on processing jurors' scores… Read more
Wilmette Art Fair Hotel & Parking Info
**Please note: Nearby hotels are not offering discounted rates for artists, as they have done in the past. We DO NOT have reserved courtesy blocks.
Wilmette Art Fair Parking Info
Overnight and daily parking at the Deerfield Art Festival is free for all exhibiting artists. We will… Read more
Palette Newsletter February 2023 Edition
February 2023 Edition
Welcome to Palette!
This is the Amdur Productions Monthly Newsletter for Artists, Makers, and Creators! We're here to keep you up to date on festival news, festival & artist tips, art events in the Chicagoland area, and so MUCH more!
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BrushStrokes Newsletter February 2023 Edition
February 2023 Edition
Welcome to BrushStrokes!
This is the Amdur Productions Monthly Newsletter for Art Lovers & Art Collectors! We're here to keep you up to date on festival news, local art events & classes, ideas for displaying art, festival tips, and SO much more!
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Deerfield Art Festival Hotel & Parking Info
Courtyard Marriott Deerfield (Approximately 3.5 miles from the show)
2000 Lakeside Dr. Bannockburn, IL
June 1-2, 2024: $84/night. Book by May 19, 2024 for these room rates. Rates and availability of rooms are based on first come, first served basis until the group block is full.
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