The Business of Art with Wayne Werner

This workshop explores the reality of making a living as an artist or craftsperson who wants to sell their work from their studios or at craft shows and trade shows. This rapid fire, pull no punches overview of the crafts business discusses everything from the time you fill out the application until the time you break down your booth.

Students are encouraged to ask any question no matter now personal about surviving on the road and in the arena. Application process, Media Category, Sales tax, Pricing, display, lighting, Promo Materials, fire proofing, Weather proofing, Electricians Union, Load in, Drayage, Indoor vs Outdoor, High end vs Street show, Security issues, Driving, Flying, Taking Orders and Taking credit Cards are all things that need to be considered when an artist decides to take their show on the road.

The class is designed to help students decide what is right for them and what to expect when they get into “The Big Show”.

OPEN TO ALL ARTISTS FROM POTTERS TO PAINTERS…

* Wayne has participated in over 350 craft shows, from trade shows in exhibition halls to Art shows in the park. After 35 years on the road He has survived wind storms, floods, blown transmissions, scam artists, the tax man, the fire marshal, and insane show promoters. This is a fun fast paced class that explores the “second oldest profession in the world”.

***this is a lecture and power point presentation class. No tools are required, just a pen and paper. Feel free to bring in show applications and any business questions you may have.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SEMINARS FOR ARTISTS

You've already found your passion; now, find the tools to be successful!

This series of lectures and workshops is designed to help artists, merchants, and students learn the business-side of their chosen passion. Each seminar will be themed to a specific topic and led by an experienced professional with firsthand knowledge in key areas.

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Made possible by funding from the Maryland State Arts Council, Harford County Cultural Arts Board, Harford County Government, and the City of Havre de Grace, as well as the support from volunteers and patrons like you!

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Host or Publisher Havre de Grace Arts Collective