Articles
Take Your Time When You Apply
September 2026, by Mary Davisson, Fountain Festival of Fine Arts & Crafts
Professional, well-lit photos make all the difference. Your artwork may be incredible in person, but if your photos do not showcase it properly, you are already at a disadvantage. Invest the time to…
Application Advice and Tips for Artists
September 2026, by Kerry Royer, Mount Gretna Outdoor Art Show
For artists hoping to break into high-quality outdoor art festivals, the application process can feel like a mystery — part art, part strategy, and part sheer preparation. But after years of working…
What Drives Sales at Art Festivals
July 2026, by Randall D. Fox, Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces
In today’s environment, success at art festivals is no longer just about great work — it is about how that work is presented, how customers are engaged, and how artists adapt to a more thoughtful…
Best Practices for Selling at Shows
July 2026, by Lake Odessa Area Arts Commission
Presentation is the artist’s first conversation with the customer. We encourage artists to think of their booth as a small, walk-in gallery — clean, cohesive, and easy to understand from several feet…
Artists’ Fees Evaluated Annually
May 2026, by Peggy Finnegan, Colorscape Chenango Arts FestivalÂ
Expenses are closely monitored and categorized throughout the year. In addition to visual artists, the festival includes performers, culinary, poets, dancers, writers, and more. However, only the…