Fall is my busy time of year. All of my big craft shows are in the fall. It leaves me with little time for anything else and as such I have neglected my blog. Never fear, I am still here and still plugging away at my art. I finished my giant bowl just in timeContinue reading “Update 11/1/2012”
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Obvious Outdoor Event Lessons
I did my first outdoor Farmer’s Market today in Keene, NY and I learned some lessons about outdoor venues… lessons that should have been obvious in hindsight. First, it is windy outside. If you have a tent anchor it. Luckily, mine was adequately anchored for the light wind we had today. My display, however, wasContinue reading “Obvious Outdoor Event Lessons”
New Work 11-13-2011
I’ve been busy creating some wonderful new pieces for my upcoming shows. This weekend I am at the SUNY Plattsburgh Art and Craft show. Here’s a peek at a few of my new items…
Craft Fairs
I now have two small craft fairs under my belt. While that does not make me an expert by any stretch of the imagination, I did learn a few valuable things from my experience. Before my shows, I did some online research on what to bring with me and how to stage my display. ForContinue reading “Craft Fairs”
Thoughts from a Meeting with the SBA and New Work
A couple of weeks ago I had a meeting with someone from the local Small Business Administration (SBA). I got a lot out of the meeting and would recommend that any artist who is having trouble with or just needs some advice on the business side of art give it a try. My meeting wasContinue reading “Thoughts from a Meeting with the SBA and New Work”
New Work 8-16-2011
Here are some of my latest pieces. They will be posted for sale in my Art Fire store soon. The box is made of pine and is one that I got from a supplier. The pendants are maple from a tree a friend cut down. The experience cutting and sanding them was fun. I amContinue reading “New Work 8-16-2011”
Fire Oak Studio 