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

Tips on Customer Interactions Give out business cards to people who buy your art and those who are interested but not ready to buy. Have tons on hand and don't run out. Many artists put their booth number on the back of their card for those… Read more

Tips for Jewelers and Wearble Artists Take your pieces out of your case and show them to the customer. Take out one piece at a time so you can manage your work better. Help customers try on necklaces and bracelets. Show them how easy your work is… Read more

Tips to Increase Email/Mailing List Artists, have a guest book in your booth at shows where people can sign up for news on you and your upcoming shows. Add the new names to your official email list after every show. Prepare and send emails to your entire… Read more

Tips on Displaying Art Artists, display your art on multiple levels and give your art more emphasis. Putting your art on different levels allows the viewer to see each piece of art individually. It gives each piece it's own importance and view. When buyers see you treating… Read more

Tips on Displays Use displays that are in great condition. Make sure walls are clean, photos and signs crisp and bright, without fades, bent corners or torn edges. Wearable Artists: Use good hangers made of wood or velvet. Avoid wire hangers at all costs. Jewelry Artists: Make sure… Read more