Just spent all weekend at my first Arts Fair, and what an experience. Venue was the wonderful Landmark Arts Centre in Teddington, a superbly converted Victorian Gothic church. I had no expectations going in, but the whole weekend was wonderful for me. Organisation and running of the fair was superb, all the artists I met or spoke to were so friendly, supportive, encouraging and helpful – they made me feel so welcome and really boosted my spirits. In theory we were all competing for the same customers, but the sense of community amongst us was really over-whelming.
Customers too were a joy, so many wonderful and constructive comments, that again make such a difference to me. And of course best of all I actually sold some paintings, which massively exceeded my expectations, so indeed very happy tonight.
Please do checkout my Facebook page for a Video of the Stand.