Articles
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 Festival
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…
Artist Support Is a Priority
May 2026, by Jenny Donaldson, Webster Arts Fair
Photos courtesy of Nancy Williams for Webster Arts Fair Application and booth fees are determined through a combination of operational costs, artist feedback, and the overall scale of the show. When…
Created for Artists by Artists
April 2026, by Nicole Flood
Photos courtesy of Kamala Dolphin-Kingsley As a show put on by fellow show artists, we understand the expenses that come with participation. We try our best to keep costs affordable and have only…