Learning Experience
This summer has been such a great learning experience. Knowing I was retiring at the end of summer I schedule a lot of weekend outdoor Art Sales. Although at times I felt a little defeated I gained so much experience. I tried sales I had never done before, some a hit and some a miss. A couple of Portland Street Fairs, a couple with a local group I recently joined, a Friday Art Walk and a winery I enjoy just for the venue. Each has been a learning experience. My booth at the Belmont Street Fair yesterday. Not that I wouldn't do any of them again but I would definitely sell differently. The best sales for me have been the juried art shows. But on the other hand by finding some smaller items at lower prices I hit a market I hadn't reached before. I added my Zen Rocks this summer and always sell at least a dozen at each sale. They appeal to the kids and so many of the outdoor markets are family oriented, especially the neighborhoo...