Articles
Planning a Festival’s Layout
March 2026, by By Jamie Balkin, Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff
Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff takes place in Lake Bluff Park in St. Joseph, Michigan. The scenic, blufftop park offers stunning views of Lake Michigan, piers, and lighthouses. It features walking…
Let’s Talk About Point-Of-Sale Systems
March 2026, by Sunshine Artist
There are countless options for accepting payments from customers at shows. See which point-of-sale systems some of your fellow artists use and what they say about their features and capabilities.…
A Festival’s Footprint
February 2026, by Shaun Hayes , Art & Apples Festival
The Art & Apples Festival has taken place in Rochester Municipal Park since 1965. This can be a unique setup for some artists, as they can often be setting up on a grassy, non-flat surface. Small…
Let’s Talk About Finding the Right Shows
January 2026, by Angie Landsverk
It takes a lot of time, effort, and experience to find shows that are the best fit for what you do. Discover which resources some artists find most reliable in this process. How long have you been…
Let’s Talk About Show Lulls
November 2025, by Angie Landsverk
The threat of rain or extreme heat, as well as competing events and a lack of promotion, can result in slow periods during an art festival. See how some artists deal with this when it happens. How…