This is a difficult decision. I have been doing art shows since 2008. I enjoy so much about them. I enjoy displaying my handcrafted jewelry and hearing what people have to say about it. I love discussing the materials I used and the processes involved. Of course, I like making the money also.
Unfortunately, with passing years, they are getting more and more difficult to do. Although I would deny this to anyone who asked, we are older retirees and there is a tremendous amount of hard physical labor involved. We need to carry the very heavy tent (~110# in 3 bags), 2 tables (~40# ea) and many large Tupperware bins of supplies.
We are most likely not going to do any shows in 2018. I do keep the prerogative to do maybe 1 or 2 of our favorites, especially Lakewood or Willoughby.
ETSY, ZIPPET, GALLERIES OR AN ONLINE SHOP. These are certainly more doable, stressful and strenuous options.
Stay posted.
Barbara