Comments on: Art Pricing-Your Attitude Stinks up the Process

By: Tim ONeill

Tim ONeill — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 13:21:53 +0000

Jeremy-that is true in my opinion. And I find generally the higher end your art is, the more they are purchasing the artist. As I have said before it is a relationship that people buy. As always folks buy from people they know, like and trust.

By: Jeremy McKay

Jeremy McKay — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 06:27:21 +0000

People by the artist as much as the art work. In this type of show really any show you have to be as engaging as your art. If you can not be I will be ou know some one who is not just engaging, but would gladly help you with such an event just for the opportunity to meet and greet. Although you should reward such friends generously.

By: Cath

Cath — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 22:52:38 +0000

I have a simple rule of thumb – if you don’t want to be there, don’t go! Going with bad attitude guarantees a bad day; so stay home with a book – hopefully one on marketing and playing nice with the public.

By: Tim ONeill

Tim ONeill — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 15:38:01 +0000

Hi Nancy,

I have oft wondered about those in the arts that are negative. It is just so incongruent. Your focus and energy on other people in my opinion is a major reason why you can sell out. Not taking anything away from the quality or technical expertise of course, that obviously has to be there also. Buying anything in an emotive process. Stinkin thinkin excudes from the very core of an individual and for sure gets in the way. Bottom line as always: people buy from those they know, like and trust.

By: Nancy Medina

Nancy Medina — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 14:48:50 +0000

Tim, thanks for sharing. I wonder if this scary lady was the same one who slashed holes in two of my large paintings at my last outdoor art show. It is amazing to me when artists have negative attitudes, since making art can be such a joyful experience. When I go to shows, I try to focus my energy on the smiling at everyone who walks by and meeting people. Selling the art is secondary. Maybe that’s not the right attitude, but I sold out at that show and the one the year before. Selling out can be good, but it can also get you some glares from other artists at times, and sometimes worse. Thanks again for the post Tim! I am such a believer in helping other artists, rather than tearing them down.

By: Tim ONeill

Tim ONeill — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 14:25:51 +0000

Well said Robin. The street fair life takes a specific “place” in your attitude and being. If its not something that makes you happy why do it right? There are many other opportunities to meet people and sell your unique work. Find one that serves who you are or want to be. Thanks for the comment.

By: Robin Maria Pedrero

Robin Maria Pedrero — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 14:12:34 +0000

Bad behavior = bad sales
Sadly she not only threw her manners and good business out the window she probaly infected the people around her with her sour attitude as she insisted on destroying any potential sales. Attitude is everything. Some people are just not a good fit for the gypsy artist street fair life. I know I am not at this time in my life, so I utilize other selling opportunities.