Creative Entrepreneur Tips Blog — Art & Wine Shows

20 Essential Tips for Selling at Art Festivals: A Guide for Artists and Entrepreneurs

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Discover 20 practical tips for artists, makers, and creative entrepreneurs on how to succeed at art festivals and craft fairs. Learn from my experience selling handmade jewelry and handbags at over 195 art shows, covering essential topics like booth setup, tent weights, display strategies, sales techniques, and festival preparation. Whether you're new to pop-up events or looking to grow your creative business, this guide will help you confidently prepare for your next art show.

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How I Started My Handmade Jewelry & Handbag Business – Lessons for Creative Entrepreneurs

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Discover how Lisa Ramos built MONOLISA, a handmade jewelry and handbag brand inspired by creativity and craftsmanship. In this personal story, Lisa shares the pivotal moments, lessons learned, and challenges she faced starting her artisan business. Whether you're a creative entrepreneur or curious about the handmade world, find inspiration and practical advice to fuel your own business journey.

 

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Artist Life - My Podcast Interview with EM/POWEREDbyWMN

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Krystal Jugarap the founder of EM/POWEREDbyWMN interviews California Handbag and Jewelry Designer, Lisa Ramos to discuss "The Power of Face-to-Face Sales". Lisa discusses key insights on succeeding with face-to-face sales and overcoming the challenges of a crowded online market.

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10 Tips for Selling at Art Shows and Festivals - From An Artist Who Has Done 160 Plus Shows

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In this blog article explore 10 tips for selling at art shows and festivals. The goal of this article is to provide helpful information about art shows and festivals to new entrepreneurs starting a business.

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Artist Life - 20 Things I Do to Run My Business

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In this blog article, California Artist Lisa Ramos is sharing with readers an inside look at the requirements for running her business and the different roles she plays in her job. Lisa is also sharing the challenges accompanied with each role. 

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