Articles
Get Ready To Apply
August 2025, by Heather Majano, East Lansing Art Festival
My tips for artists when they apply to a show include reviewing the guidelines closely, even if they have applied before. Festival organizers are consistently updating guidelines. Artists who have…
Application Advice for Artists
August 2025, by Sheri Oglesby Sanderson, Chain of Parks Art Festival
Booth shots should show high-quality displays of current work. Jurors often use this image to finalize acceptance scoring. It validates the artist’s professionalism. Sometimes a staged booth with…
How To Make Sales
July 2025, by By Lori Johns, WheatonArts
Artists should prioritize creating eye-catching displays. Each artist has a unique style and personality that should be reflected in their booth. Use of color, display components, lighting, and…
Master the Art of Festival Sales
June 2025, by Robin Markowitz, Rose Squared Shows
In the world of fine art festivals, your booth is more than just a space — it is your brand, your studio, and your first impression all rolled into one. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a…
Sales Techniques
June 2025, by By Paul Seibert, Midwest Salute to the Arts
When a nonprofit artist guild in the St. Louis area asked me to speak about how artists can get their work out there, I concluded that it is a euphemism for how they can sell more work. That…