Markets 101

Join Future Front Texas and The Front Market for a candid, hands-on conversation on the world of art markets and craft fairs. Together, we’ll look at best practices for picking shows and popping up, from booth set-up to marketing tips and planning templates. Whether you’re market-curious, just getting started, or you’re a long-time vendor, this session will be designed for all to share, learn and swap community notes. 

Presented by Jane Claire Hervey, Founder and Creative Director of Future Front Texas, with a Q&A session featuring Future Front Curatorial Advisors Jen D. Rodriguez and Swathi Konduri. 

Instagram: @futurefronttexas 

About the Presenters 

Jane Claire Hervey is a creative director, recording artist, and founder of Future Front Texas, a platform supporting independent creatives and entrepreneurs. Based in Austin, Jane also runs Group Work, a design house, and has collaborated with clients like Bumble and Red Bull. Her work has been featured in Texas Monthly and ADWEEK and earned her recognition in the City of Austin’s Women’s Hall of Fame.

Jen D. Rodriguez is a chef and owner of 3 Small Plates Catering, specializing in chef-curated culinary experiences. She is a curatorial advisor for Future Front Texas and co-chair of Austin Les Dames Escoffier’s Programming Committee.

Swathi Konduri is an Austin-based self-taught artist and muralist working with various mediums, including oil paint and digital art.

Funding for Markets 101 provided by A3 Art Alliance Austin.

Instagram: @a3.artallianceaustin

This event is free and open to the public. Registration is encouraged but not required.

The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance please contact (512) 974-3914 or Relay Texas 7-1-1. 

Host or Publisher The Dougherty Arts Center