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June 21, 2019 By Dave Nevue

7 Tips for Displaying Your Work at Art Fairs and Shows

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This is a guest post by Annabella Carter Short

Are you participating in any art fair any time soon? Wondering how to set up your craft booth to attract more visitors?

If you are, check out some of our tips for you.

Why should artists participate in Art Fairs and Shows?

Reliable art fairs and shows can attract between 20,000 to 40,000 visitors, definitely a place to be if you want to show off your work face-to-face. Such events gather art dealers, collectors, agents, curators, critics, influencers, and so on. It is the perfect chance to introduce your top stuff to everyone who counts.

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But, although art fairs can aid your art business, they can also become a frustration if you are not well prepared. Even small details might sum up to a negative balance after the show, so to help you take full advantage, check out this short guide on how to optimize your craft fair sales.

  1. Good Looking Setup

Setting up a booth can be challenging, especially if you add the pressure of making everything done by the fair’s opening time.  So, set it up a few days earlier at your studio or outdoors before going to any shows or fairs. This “trial” setup will allow you time to check what tools might be missing, if your booth is intact from previous shows, and if you want to make last-minute changes to it. You can also take a picture of how it should look on the day; it might be helpful if you have helpers to organize it during the event.

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  1. Giveaways

It is not easy to sell during this type of event, especially if you are working with high-ticket prices. A giveaway is just perfect for gathering contacts of potential prospects whom you might be able to call later or send e-mails. You can offer one of your pieces as the prize and deliver it to the winner’s address later. Don’t forget to check the show’s policies regarding giveaways. Sometimes organizers don’t allow this type of promotion during the event. Create a powerful mailing list with this technique!

  1. Eye level is always good

Your art should be visible. Don’t make shoppers bend or overcome barriers to see your creations. Place your best-sellers on eye level. Depending on your art’s size and medium, multi-level displays might help assure your work will be easily seen. Also, make sure your booth has sufficient lighting. Lights will help to make your work attractive and enticing to shoppers.

  1. Label your artwork

All artwork should have its authorship. Create beautiful tags for your creations and use them in your favor while exposing them. If it is a painting, add information such as the artist’s name, title, year, print size, medium, and price. If you sell handmade pieces, you can add personalized labels and tags. Share your brand’s logo, materials used to craft, and how to care appropriately.

  1. Live work

Show the audience a taste of your skills and creativity if you can. Everyone loves to see an artist in action, creating the most unique and formidable pieces. If your work can’t be performed live, try to record it and show on a TV screen. People will mostly get curious and stop by to check your process. It’s the perfect time to engage and exchange business cards or contact!

  1. Don’t Clutter your space

If you have many products to show, try to get a bigger space to accommodate them or prioritize them carefully. It is better to have a few highlighted pieces in a clean display than a cluttered one. People are confused when there is too much information and might not even pay attention to your work. Give each piece breathing room. Make each piece look significant and exclusive (as they indeed are!). Cramped tables will only make your art look like commodity items on sale.

  1. Make your booth entrance open and inviting

Make your booth entrance wide, so it is easy to get in and out. Sometimes shoppers might feel trapped if they see a narrow entryway and might not even come into your booth. The idea is to encourage prospects to check your art, get to know you, leave their contact, and, luckily, buy a piece.

Annabella Carter Short is a freelance writer, seamstress of more than 7 years, and a handmade lover. She’s passionate about selling on Etsy and starting a handmade business. She likes to do DIY projects with her two kids in her free time. Annabelle also works with a few organizations to provide the best resources for raising and educating a special needs child.

Visit Annabella on Facebook.

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About Dave Nevue

Dave Nevue is a Professional Pastel Wildlife Artist and the founder and CEO of Nevue Fine Art Marketing. He also authored the eBook The Productive Artist How to Live Your Dreams, and provides courses on art marketing at Nevue Fine Art Marketing Courses.

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