There's no denying that one of the best ways for many artisans to get their work noticed by members of the general population is through annual fairs. Whether fine art or DIY craft, jewelry or handmade furniture, a large percentage of folks who attend each individual fair are not just there to browse, they're lookin' to slap down some serious dough for the one, two, maybe even three things that serenade them with the irresistible "Love Me, Buy Me" siren song.
The sheer number of these potentially profitable events scheduled throughout the year makes it a daunting, mind-exploding task for any artsy and/or craftsy type to keep track of 'em all. Luckily the Wisconsin Arts Board (WAB) has got your back with its 2010 Wisconsin Art & Craft Fair Directory, saving you a messy braincase cleanup job.
Since 1976, WAB has been publishing this statewide directory for the consumption and edification of artists, arts organizations and art/craft loving peeps. The 2010 edition is now available to all via download or upon snail mail request. Featured on this year's cover is an acrylic on canvas work by Milwaukee's stunningly prolific Reginald Baylor, a WAB Artist Fellowship Award recipient.
The directory is organized chronologically, and by city and county, offering a list of close to 250 fairs held around the state, complete with submission deadlines and contact info. It's the ultimate resource for Wisco-based artisans seeking strut-your-stuff opportunities!
Best of all, WAB has managed to do what other governmental entities can only dream of: Pulling off a project that pays for itself. That's right, kids, WAB produced this directory at absolutootly, posilootly no cost to you, the Wisconsin taxpayer, covering it all through listing fees. Now that's an accomplishment truly deserving of a resounding Whoozzah!
Download the 2010 Wisconsin Art & Craft Fair Directory here, or call the Wisconsin Department of Tourism at 1-800-432-TRIP (8747) to request a printed copy.
(Thanks, Jeri!)
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Posted by: r4 dsi | February 09, 2010 at 11:27 PM