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What’s New?
February 2025, by Diane Sulg
If there is one magic word in retailing, it is NEW. You see it everywhere and in all types of stores, from clothing to jewelry to home décor. Nothing spells doom for a store faster than having the…
Show Review of the Month Butternut Creek Festival
February 2025, by Sunshine Artist Editor
Butternut Creek Festival Location: Blairsville, GA Dates: July 20-21, 2024 Contact: High Country Artisans, Inc. Website: www.butternutcreekfestival.com Email: butternutcreekfestival@gmail.com…
A Creative Spirit
March 2025, by Diane Sulg
Meet my friend and creative inspiration, Laura Silberman. She knits, writes, cooks, and designs almost non-stop with a truly generous creative spirit. She is also a delightful studio potter with the…
What Is Your Time Worth?
February 2025, by Scott Obernberger
In the last issue, I discussed re-assessing your business model, pricing, and what you make. This issue includes the 200 Best ballot — a resource that helps artists determine shows that are good…
It’s Almost a Wrap
January 2025, by Scott Obernberger
The traditional show season is wrapping up. As I write this, what is left for the year are Christmas/holiday shows, so it is a wonderful time to review the year that was and plan for the year to…
Photography in 2025
February 2025, by Steve Meltzer
Last year will be remembered as the year the world learned more about artificial intelligence (AI). AI software allows people to create photographic images without a camera, models, or lighting.…