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Indoor Show Preparation Tips
January 2024, by By Roxanne McGovern, Columbus Winterfair/Ohio Designer Craftsmen
Most indoor shows have set booth sizes from which to choose. Contact the event’s coordinator and ask if canopy frames can be used. Some allow the canopy frame but not the top and awning. Always…
The Best Indoor Booth Layouts
December 2023, by Jackie Ralston, New England Christmas Festival
I have been promoting shows since I started Artisan Promotions in 1983. During that time, the world has changed dramatically, but good booth layouts have remained consistent. We are talking about an…
Design Your Booth for an Indoor Show
December 2023, by By Judy Spargo, Capital Art and Craft Festivals
The best design for an indoor booth differs from vendor to vendor. Artists must consider the shape, size, materials, and other factors of their products when designing their layout. It is crucial…
A Festival Layout Plan
November 2023, by Gayle Herrli, Talbot Street Art Fair
The Talbot Street Art Fair takes place on a narrow city street in a historic neighborhood. So, the booths are 6 feet on the road and 4 feet on the easement across from each other. Booths are 12…
A Festival's Footprint
October 2023, by Johana Gant, Melbourne Art Festival
Our festival’s layout is around a lake in Wickham Park. Most of the spaces are on pavement, with some on grass. There is space for 225 artists. The booth space is 10 x 10. We have spaces set up for…