Promoting the show. I didn’t apply early enough to get a lot of advance mailers and/or advertising spots purchased to let the buyers know I was coming. But, as soon as I was aware of my booth number, I did let folks know via email, twitter, and my blog that I would be attending the event. … [Read more...]
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Going Wholesale Part 3:Terms,Orders and General Details
Some important things to know and make sure you have on hand when venturing into a wholesale show. Order forms/ contracts (in duplicate): Although several vendors had their own custom-made purchase orders with the information they needed, I did not have time to pre-print my order forms. So, I … [Read more...]
Part 2: Preparing to do wholesale. My initial questions.
As soon as I knew I was attending the Buyer's Market of American Craft (BMAC), I wrote a couple of notes to Wendy Rosen. She’s an amazing woman and a terrific advocate for the artist. She is the founder of the Rosen Group and the Buyer’s Market of American Craft. She immediately suggested … [Read more...]
Surviving the Buyer’s Market: my first wholesale show
Deciding to do the show. So, as I was looking through Arts/Craft Show application deadlines online, I found the application for the "Buyer’s Market of American Craft" (BMAC) at the Philadelphia Convention Center. The jury fee was $10.00 and I decided to apply along with several other … [Read more...]
Kristen Stein Shares Advice and Lessons
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What are the most important lessons you have learned about being an artist and selling your work? I have learned that creating and selling your own artwork as an independent, self-representing artist is truly a 24/7 job. I am constantly working…..whether it be creating new works, chatting … [Read more...]
Kristen Stein on Marketing
Tell us about your marketing journey How did you start? In addition to selling online, I also sell directly from my studio and at various local art/craft shows. I also have several pieces in local galleries, shops and restaurants. A few designs are sold at Art.com and AllPosters.com as well. Do … [Read more...]
Kristen Stein on Roots and Inspiration
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What mediums have you worked in and which is your favorite? I am a contemporary artist working primarily with acrylics on canvas. I occasionally dabble in pastels and oils. I love working in mixed media and often add gritty, grainy textures to my paint. I've also created paintings using layers of … [Read more...]
Featured Artist: Kristen Stein
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Bio Kristen Stein is a Contemporary Artist living in the Philadelphia region of Pennsylvania. Kristen's works are currently available on a variety of online venues, or through her websites StudioArtworks.com and KristensCreations.com. Kristen's paintings are in public and private collections within … [Read more...]