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Opening for National Acts

by Festivalnet Dot Com, posted 11/20/19 10:30:23

The # 1 Tip for booking gigs opening for NATIONAL ACTS
By Tim Charron | How to Book Gigs

Are you a band or a singer-songwriter with the talent to open for national acts but don't know how to get these gigs?

Are you frustrated because you know your act is good enough but you can’t get a hold of the national act, their label, their manager…

image via How to Book Gigs

Well, let me tell you, I went through this pain for years but through trial and error I learned how to book these gigs. Fast forward a few years and now I have opened for over 30 national acts including Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Bret Michaels, Dustin Lynch, Big & Rich, Clink Black … you get the picture.

I am sharing with you my #1 most valuable tip that can open the door for you to perform with your musical heroes. Enjoy!

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5 Ways to Grow Your Art Business

by Festivalnet Dot Com, posted 11/20/19 12:16:27

5 Ways to Grow Your Art Business
by Gabe Nelson for ArtsyShark

You can use everything from social media to a blog detailing your life as an artist to grow your business. Feeling overwhelmed and unsure? Have a look at these tips for some inspiration and support:

image courtesy ArtsyShark

1. Use Social Media Judiciously

People expect to be able to find your art online and learn more about you there. That's not a bad thing, but you want to be judicious. Don't make the mistake of trying to cater to every single platform out there. If you aren't careful you'll wind up with a full-time social media job and you won't have time for creating art!

Weekly Calls for Artists and Event Updates & Additions

by Festivalnet Dot Com, posted 12/03/19 11:00:04

Weekly Calls for Artists and Event Updates & Additions

Hello FestivalNet member,

This is your weekly update of Calls for Artists & recently added, updated or canceled events.

View Events in Your State/Region or sort by Date/Deadline:
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Event Updates

To view 209 recently updated events, go Here.

To view 19 newly added events, go Here.

To search All events in the FestivalNet database, go Here.

Events that were recently canceled:
Vinton Farmers' Market - April - Vinton, VA - 04 01-04 30 2020
Vinton Farmers' Market - May - Vinton, VA - 05 01-05 30 2020
Vinton Farmers' Market - June - Vinton, VA - 06 01-06 31 2020
Vinton Fourth of July Celebration - Vinton, VA - 07 04-07 04 2020
Clark Park Farmers Market - November - Tempe, AZ - 11 05-11 26 2019
Vendor Gift & Craft Fair - Norwich, CT - 11 24-11 24 2019

Best of success with your work!

The FestivalNet Staff

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Food Truck Brand Marketing

by Festivalnet Dot Com, posted 11/20/19 15:15:56

The Essence Of Food Truck Brand Marketing
By Richard Myrick for Mobile Cuisine

Branding doesn't create, build or strengthen your brand. You read that correctly. First and foremost, your food business brand marketing must always be a reflection of the quality of your menu and service. There are really no exceptions to this rule.

image: eugene chystiakov

Food Truck Brand Marketing

To understand why, it's first necessary to define what is part of a food truck's "brand." Most people think a brand consists of exterior elements: the truck's name, it's logo and the tagline. To get a general understanding of a brand, think about it in the simplest terms.

Read more!

Application Deadlines for next month from FN

by Festivalnet Dot Com, posted 12/02/19 01:01:02

Hello FN member,

This is your free bi-monthly deadlines reminder
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This bimonthly Deadlines Reminder is a service of FestivalNet.com. Below are some common questions about this newsletter.

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The web page is updated daily and this reminder is sent to you by email twice a month (if you selected this list in your E-lists settings).

Why are events showing old dates?
We include these events to maximize your chances of finding a great show and not missing the deadline. When it comes to deadlines, they are usually around the same time each year, so the old information is usually very useful. We do not publish deadlines over two years old. FYI - We make an intensive effort every year to get event updates, but some sponsors simply won't respond to our many requests.

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The basic info is free, but full contact details require paid Pro Member access. This is the service we provide. We work very hard to collect, research, edit, and compile detailed information on thousands of events.

FYI - There are helpful tips about sorting the data on the deadlines page! Just look for the question marks at the top of each column.

Good luck with your work!

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Holiday Markets 101

by Steff Metal, posted 10/17/19 09:47:10

How to Successfully Sell Your Art at Holiday Markets
Steff Metal for Empty Easel

The truth is, not everyone can afford to buy large pieces of art or craft for their loved ones, so it's critical to your success this season to offer a variety of price points.

image via Nathan Lemon

1. Display both expensive and inexpensive work

Arrange smaller, more inexpensive items alongside your larger, more expensive pieces. These might include prints, greeting card sets, and smaller scale sculptures or wall hangings.

When I set up a stall, I like to choose 3-5 of my larger, more impressive pieces to attract people to the stall, and stock the rest with smaller items. Direct people interested in your larger pieces to a photograph book or your website.

Weekly Calls for Artists and Event Updates & Additions

by Festivalnet Dot Com, posted 11/26/19 11:00:04

Weekly Calls for Artists and Event Updates & Additions

View Current Calls Here.

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Event Updates

To view 424 recently updated events, go Here.

To view 35 newly added events, go Here.

To search All events in the FestivalNet database, go Here.

Events that were recently canceled:
Jax Naz Womens' Expo and Craft Show - Jackson, MI - 11 09-11 09 2019
Women in Bloom Holiday Shopping Expo - Valparaiso, IN - 11 tba-11 tba 2019
Junk Bash Holiday Boutique - Columbus, OH - 11 08-11 09 2019
West Valley Pet Expo - Surprise, AZ - 04 02-04 05 2020
Taste of Home Expo - Surprise, AZ - 04 02-04 05 2020
Good Living Expo - Surprise, AZ - 04 02-04 05 2020

Events that were recently put on hold for this year:
Great Allentown Holiday Craft & Gift Show - Allentown, PA - 11 23-11 24 2019
Art, Craft & Lifestyle Show at Monroeville Mall - Monroeville, PA - 10 10-10 13 2019
Scandinavian Christmas Bazaar - Old Bridge Township, NJ - 11 23-11 23 2019
Downtown Orange Holiday Village - Orange, VA - 12 07-12 07 2019

Best of success with your work!

The FestivalNet Staff

FestivalNet
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800.200.3737

Get the MOST from your Stage

by Festivalnet Dot Com, posted 11/19/19 10:42:08

Get The Most From Your Stage
By Greg Whiting with The Sound Guys

As you're planning your event, here are a few steps you can take to maximize the entertainment value of your stage.

1) Allow time for strike and set

Even with a professional, two person crew (average for most festival/fair stages), it usually takes 15 minutes to get one act off, and the next artist ready to start. If you’re scheduling each act for 1 hour, their set will actually only be 45 minutes.

image via Igor Stakov

Also, communicate! Knowing what acts are coming up, and being prepared for them will help the crew to be prepared.

2) Rent a backline

Setting up and micing a drum set takes a good bit of time. Many production companies offer rental of a drum set and/or bass guitar amplifier. If all of the acts know they’re required to use what is provided, it will minimize set up time.

Festivalnet Dot Com blog

The # 1 Tip for booking gigs opening for NATIONAL ACTS By Tim Charron | How to Book Gigs

5 Ways to Grow Your Art Business by Gabe Nelson for ArtsyShark

The Essence Of Food Truck Brand Marketing By Richard Myrick for Mobile Cuisine

How to Successfully Sell Your Art at Holiday Markets Steff Metal for Empty Easel

Get The Most From Your Stage By Greg Whiting with The Sound Guys

The # 1 Tip for booking gigs opening for NATIONAL ACTS
By Tim Charron | How to Book Gigs

5 Ways to Grow Your Art Business
by Gabe Nelson for ArtsyShark

The Essence Of Food Truck Brand Marketing
By Richard Myrick for Mobile Cuisine

How to Successfully Sell Your Art at Holiday Markets
Steff Metal for Empty Easel

Get The Most From Your Stage
By Greg Whiting with The Sound Guys