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Two years ago today, I was preparing for my first art fair and sale, with no idea of what to expect in terms of reaction from the public.
Well, in a word, it was fabulous!
The event was organized, specifically for emerging artists, by the non-profit "YES Montreal". They provided tips and training on how to; set up a table to showcase artwork, talk with strangers about our individual art practices, reach out to local media, and more.
I tried to follow all of their suggestions - tailored to my Art Despite Pain initiative which is completely intertwined with my artwork - and ended up with a feature in The Suburban newspaper. Also plenty of fun eye-catching decorations for my table and canopy - as it was an outdoor event.
I've now participated in several different artists' and artisans' fairs, along with about 30 group art exhibitions, and just wrapped up a 3-month solo show.
I'd love to do more art fairs, but living with high-impact (severe) chronic pain and a Mild Cognitive Impairment (both due to my CRPS rare disease) means that it takes me quite a long time to prepare for these kinds of full-day events ... and then to "recover" from them.
So I'm excited to share with you that I have an art fair coming up in November, indoors in case of snow, at the Whitlock Club in Hudson (Québec). This golf course has been certified by the environmental organization Audobon International, for protecting the local watershed and providing a sanctuary for wildlife - which fits perfectly with my preferred subjects for paintings; nature scenes featuring wildlife, wildflowers, and our beautiful waterways and forests.
If you'll be in the Montréal area, mark your calendars for Saturday November 23 for a visit to the lovely scenic village of Hudson!