Articles

The Art of Applying

November 2025, by Brenda Flynn

Artists who participate in outdoor art festivals try to do as many as possible during their seasons based on where they go or where they live. It is their livelihood and ways and means to pay bills…

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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…

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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…

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Let’s Talk About Sales Techniques

June 2025, by Angie Landsverk

As you head into the busy summer show season, learn which sales methods work best for some of your fellow artists and consider adding a few of their tips to your own arsenal.  How long have you been…

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Let’s Talk About Marketing

May 2025, by Angie Landsverk

Artists promote their show schedules in a variety of ways. Find out what types of marketing methods some artists use the most and when they start promoting their upcoming shows.  How long have you…

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