My first art show

Being a vendor at an art show is something I have wanted to do for quite some time in order to help advertise Melanie Busbee Photo.  So when an opportunity at my church practically fell into my lap (in the form of a church bulletin announcing an art show), I had to jump. 

The Church of the Good Shepherd hosted its very first Women in Arts showcase last Saturday, and all members of the female ministry were invited to attend as artists and display their work.  When I called to register, the organizer said they hadn't even considered a photographer - most other vendors would be painters, jewelry makers, knitters/crocheters, musicians, etc.  I was excited and eager.

I prepped by getting many prints together for sale, having hubby build some large displays for framed prints and canvas enlargements, updating my portfolio, and printing pricing cards and coupons, etc.  My plan was to sell matted prints, take orders for canvas enlargements, and to book photo sessions.  At that point I hadn't even realized the value of just getting my name out there.

The day of the sale rolled around and I was lucky to have hubby help me set up and my dear friend Pam, who also owns her own photo business, stand by my side for the duration of the art show.  She's a trooper.  We stayed busy chatting with attendees, handing out cards, selling a few prints, and taking a peek at the other goods for sale.  All the other vendors were extremely talented!  I wanted to spend a lot of money, and I'll be more prepared to do so next year if the church hosts another art show.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The talented gals from the vendor table beside mine.  Beautiful jewelry!

I am so grateful for the opportunity to have been represented among such talented and gifted artists.  And, I am happy to have my first art show under my belt. A big thank you to CGS and to friends and family who have supported me along the way.