This is a picture of my stall at the Blue Cross craft fair and fun day. Though I only sold one painting it was an enjoyable experience and I'm glad I did it. I think next time I'll try for an art show or something similar. I had lots of compliments but after a while it gets a little frustrating without any cash exchanging hands.
There was another man further along the marquee selling his watercolours. Instead of using easels he displayed all of his paintings on a large screen. I think I'll try that next time as he could display much more work than I was able to on my small table.
My dad had a little more success than me, selling a couple of his driftwood clocks along the way. Overall I enjoyed the day, but left feeling a little flat at the lack of sales. Never mind, hopefully next time will prove more fruitful!
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Congratulations on the sale. At least you've had a go now and know what to expect next time. Hopefully as you get more experienced at doing these shows the sales will pick up.
A few suggestions - :)
I can't see any watercolours in the photograph - maybe you should try a few next time. I wonder whether having more framed pieces might have helped as well.
The 'cityscapes' idea could be worth a try. I find a lot of people like to know where a subject is.
Did you manage to talk to the other exhibitors and find out about other events?
Did you get any outdoor painting done at Brean by the way?
Hi Keith, thanks for the thoughts. I think I will try a few watercolours next time and mix it up a bit.
The only other events mentioned were similar to the one I was at. I was thinking I may do better at an art show or a more upmarket craft fair rather than one in a tent at the back of a dog show!
Painting in Brean was difficult as it hardly stopped raining all week. Regarding painting outside, I'm still trying to get used to people watching me paint. Hopefully my shyness will go soon.
Nice to hear from you again.
Regards, Steven.
"I was thinking I may do better at an art show or a more upmarket craft fair rather than one in a tent at the back of a dog show!"
Yes at least people will be coming to look at art, and hopefully spend money on it.
"Regarding painting outside, I'm still trying to get used to people watching me paint."
It does take a while to get used to it. There's enough to cope with without having an audience as well! It helps to find quiet places. Setting up with something behind you, like a wall or a vehicle, prevents people from coming up and looking over your shoulder.
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