Author: Handmade Business

Sunshine Artist February/March 2024

15 Resumes and Curriculum Vitaes
Learn how they differ and why you need both documents. 
20 200 Best Ballot 
Cast your vote to help determine the 200 best shows of 2023. 
23 The Principles of Photographing 2D Art
Follow these steps to get high-quality images of your work.
27 Artist Amenities Matter
See which amenities are most important to artists on the show circuit.
33 Hidden Studios 
Discover how artists in Wisconsin started a tour of working studios.
38 Load-In / Load-Out
Three promoters share their procedures for before and after shows. 
106 Maximize Your Trade Show Investment
Use these tips to take advantage of every minute you are at the show.

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Sunshine Artist December 2023/January 2024

12 Load-in / Load-Out
Artists share tips and tricks for making this process easier and what promoters can do to make it run smoothly.
20 The Worst-Case Scenario
Learn why it is important to photograph your artwork, studio, and property before a natural disaster strikes.
28 Cover Your Assets
Discover how establishing a corporation can protect your wealth, help you obtain a bank loan, and more.
36 How To Design an Indoor Booth
Promoters give advice to make the most of your space, as you work the winter show season.
105 Designing a Killer Trade Show Booth
Follow these steps to turn your ideas into great displays at the upcoming wholesale trade shows.

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Sunshine Artist October/November 2023

14 Pack Up – But Not Too Early
Promoters explain their end-of-show policies and procedures.
20 How Artists Market
Find out which marketing methods are most successful.
22 Make Craft Photos Shine
Use these tips to give your photos extra sparkle.
26 Establish a Home Studio
Learn which permits and licenses are needed for your space.
31 Is an Artist Collective Right for You?
Discover the benefits of joining with other artists.
33 A Leap of Faith
An artist reflects on the founding of an artist collective.
35 Festival Layout Plans
Two promoters share how they create the footprints for their shows.
37 Taking the First Wholesale Steps
Prepare to exhibit at a trade show and launch your wholesale business.

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