The first day of the show was on a Friday and definitely not as crowded as past shows. I am confident the current events have made people cautious about spending money on "luxury" items. It seemed to me that a day visiting and just meeting artists felt like a welcome distraction (at the right price). Fortunately I had a customer who had an immediate connection to one of my medium-sized encaustic paintings and that was the highlight of the day. Over the weekend I was frequently explaining the encaustic process and my sales were mostly smaller items (enough to make it a worth while show). Lots and lots of people looking, many of my fellow exhibitors missed covering their show expenses, and once again I felt fortunate.
Your booth is gorgeous! I'm glad it was worthwhile for you and I'm positive that your dedication and ability to produce beautiful art was responsible. I imagine, too, you are very good with people.
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Congratulations on your sale Robin. You booth looks wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThis weekend I went to a sale at a local art supply store and they had encaustic supplies out for people to try. I must say, I have a newfound respect for that medium and how well you handle it. I found it very frustrating. Of course, they had only a few colors to play with and I wanted a full range but I don't really think that would have made any difference. My experiment looked like it was done by a first grader which would have been fine if I were 48 years younger. : ) Keep up the good work!
What a fabulous looking show! I'm so glad you were able to more than cover your costs for this lovely show!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! If you can cover your costs then it was worth it. Art is such a strange thing. If you love a painting and it moves you the cost suddenly becomes less important.
ReplyDeleteYour booth displays your work beautifully. It is obvious the time and care that you put into it. Congratulations on your sales. I always figured that if you 'pay the rent' it was a successful show. Anything more than that is icing...
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I'd declare the show a success and celebrate. Looks like your booth left space for the chi to flow; and the small pieces on the floor brought people in for a closer look. Nice.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Pam. Every time I setup for another show, I find a new way to exhibit my work. You are right, being a people person is key to a successful show.
ReplyDeleteNancy, I have found so many different ways to use the encaustic medium, it's so dynamic and quick, practicing in with it is the best way to learn.
Thank you, Sherry!
Mark, that is the best to hope for... that a patron falls in love with a piece, then nothing else matters.
Don, usually I am not happy unless there is some of that icing! But doing this show is also incredible PR; sometimes I make new gallery contacts, or post show sales too. Time will tell :)
I agree, Hallie, it was a success, and definitely found that "feng shui" feeling!
Kudos to you for a good show! I love your miniatures arrayed at the bottom of your panels.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Deborah. The miniatures are slowly replacing my prints; original encaustic paintings for under $100!
ReplyDeleteYour booth looks fantastic! I love the display of little pieces. I can understand why they would sell. I used to call my small pieces "A Little Indulgence for the Soul". So true and good marketing. Congratulations on a good show!
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