Biggest show I have done

[trailfndr]

I am on day three of a three day art fair here in Michigan.  Its been a VERY busy 2 days so far.  Over 100,000 people on Friday, and even busier on Sat.  Weather has been great (just a tad warm) and sales have been good.

 

Here is a photo of my setup,  its smaller now, as I have sold more than 25 pieces of Intarsia in the first 2 days.

 

It has taken me two years to gather everything I needed for this event.  I have researched and listened to advice from other artists, On-line forums, and any other source I could find, to make sure I was as ready as possible for this professional show.  There was a lot to learn.  taking Credit cards with my Square reader has markedly increased sales opportunities, so don't hesitate to add a card reader to your payment methods.

[JimErn]

Very nice and congrats on the sales

The tent appears to have a domed roof, does it?
If so and it is your tent what brand?

The flat back display boards really set off your work well, what kind of structure holds them in place?  Peg board?

[Rockytime]

Great looking display.

[amazingkevin]

18 hours ago, trailfndr said:

I am on day three of a three day art fair here in Michigan.  Its been a VERY busy 2 days so far.  Over 100,000 people on Friday, and even busier on Sat.  Weather has been great (just a tad warm) and sales have been good.

 

Here is a photo of my setup,  its smaller now, as I have sold more than 25 pieces of Intarsia in the first 2 days.

 

It has taken me two years to gather everything I needed for this event.  I have researched and listened to advice from other artists, On-line forums, and any other source I could find, to make sure I was as ready as possible for this professional show.  There was a lot to learn.  taking Credit cards with my Square reader has markedly increased sales opportunities, so don't hesitate to add a card reader to your payment methods.

A million dollar exibit!

[bobscroll]

Hi Lee and congratulations on your visit and sales at the show, Your work on display looks fantastic,

Thank you for posting,

Bob 

[kmmcrafts]

Nice looking display.. no wonder you had a good turn out!

I'm from Michigan too.. just wondered where the show was? 

[edward]

Nice looking display, good luck.

[trailfndr]

On ‎8‎/‎12‎/‎2018 at 7:52 AM, JimErn said:

Very nice and congrats on the sales

The tent appears to have a domed roof, does it?
If so and it is your tent what brand?

The flat back display boards really set off your work well, what kind of structure holds them in place?  Peg board?

JIm,  the Tent is a Showoff canopy and Yes, it is domed from side to side.  The walls are called ProPanels.  They area  professional artist display walls that are carpeted. I was able to buy them gently used.   I then use a product called Harmon Hooks to hang my work.  The hooks are on pieces of Velcro and depending on the size, do an amazing job

[trailfndr]

5 hours ago, kmmcrafts said:

Nice looking display.. no wonder you had a good turn out!

I'm from Michigan too.. just wondered where the show was? 

Kevin, the show was Milford Memories in downtown Milford Mich.  I got a TON of recognition when the local Fox news outlet came to me and did a live on air interview featuring my work.  Received 10 possible orders via e-mail in the first hour after that.

 

The sales were GREAT.  I sold 35 Intarsia Pieces ranging in price from $50.00 to $300.00

Edited August 13, 2018 by trailfndr

[new2woodwrk]

Woohoo!

Great looking display and grats on the sales - love your stuff!!!

Edited August 13, 2018 by new2woodwrk

[ike]

this is not the year for big Shows here in southern Ohio It seems like rain every 3-4 days mostly severe storms. maybe next year.

IKE

[kmmcrafts]

17 hours ago, trailfndr said:

Kevin, the show was Milford Memories in downtown Milford Mich.  I got a TON of recognition when the local Fox news outlet came to me and did a live on air interview featuring my work.  Received 10 possible orders via e-mail in the first hour after that.

 

The sales were GREAT.  I sold 35 Intarsia Pieces ranging in price from $50.00 to $300.00

That's great to hear... Glad it was a great turnout for you