Best Yamaha Saxophones
Among various instruments by Yamaha, the instrument that we’ll be reviewing today is the Best Yamaha Saxophone – bobmintzer.com/reviews/best-yamaha-saxophones. It is an extremely interesting...
WESTAF Presentation Printable
From a Meeting Convened to Discuss the Feasibility of Cooperative Art Fair Applications and the Use of the Internet to Introduce Jurying Efficiencies Prepared by...
2004 DIRECTOR CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Thank you for registering for the 2004 NAIA Director Conference! We are happy to offer secure, encrypted on-line registration with your Visa or MasterCard (only.)...
2004 NAIA Artist Conference
Bob at or you can reach any of us by using our name followed by naia-artists.org Rick PS. The NAIA Board has requested that the Artist...
SHOW RANKINGS BY CATEGORY
In our continuing efforts to assemble and communicate information about artists and the shows in which they participate we have completed the tabulation on the...
REPORT ON THE NAIA SURVEY: “TRENDS AMONG ARTISTS: THE CHANGING ARTISTIC LANDSCAPE”
A STUDY ABOUT THE EXHIBITOR AND THE MARKETPLACE Presented by Richard Carner and Sarah Rishel Acknowledgements The authors wish to thank the National Association of...
LETTER TO ARTISTS
April, 1996 Dear Artist, In June of 1995 a group of approximately 25 Old Town Art Fair artists met informally at the art fair to...
1996 ANN ARBOR MEETING
July, 1996 Ann Arbor Art Fairs Ann Arbor, Michigan Ginny Herzog, Banister Pope, Rick Bruno, Michael Hamilton, Jim and Kathleen Eaton and Larry Oliverson got together...
NAIA CATEGORY ADVISORS
NAIA Category Advisors Committee head: Toni Mann 561-586-0764 | 724-659-3464 (summer) Email CLAY ADVISORS: Marilee Hall – 931-526-6649 Steven Hill – 816-523-7316 COMMITTEE: James and...
Memorial to Howard Lieberman
Unexpectedly on Saturday, April 7, 2007. Beloved husband of Kathleen Treleani; father of Deborah Lieberman and the late Mark Lieberman; stepfather of Christopher, Patrick and...
FESTIVAL OF THE MASTERS
Orlando, FL November, 1995 ARTISTS! SATURDAY, 6PM, LAKEFRONT STAGE If you’re reading this, it’s because as an artist who does outdoor shows you’re already part...
2005 ARTIST CONFERENCE AGENDA
Please note that this is a tentative schedule only. We reserve the right to change times and topics. Day 1 ? Sunday, July 24 Afternoon...
REPRODUCTIONS AND ORIGINAL PRINTS: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?
The text of the presentation given at the IFEA Convention in Denver, September 1998 by Dale Rayburn Revised by the author Sept, 2001 At a...
“Ends” Policies
Adopted December 3-4, 2001 Global Ends Statement: THE MISSION OF NAIA IS THE PROFESSIONAL AND ECONOMIC SUCCESS OF ITS MEMBERSHIP Major Components of this Mission (not...
Memorial to Roddy Reed
I wanted to post on your forum but i am not a member. I want to say “Thank You” to NAIA and fellow artists for...
1997 ANN ARBOR MEETING
July, 1997 Ann Arbor Art Fairs Ann Arbor, Michigan Banister Pope, Gordon Bruno, Larry Oliverson, Lenny Lyons-Bruno, Jim and Kathleen Eaton, Robert Briscoe, Aletha Jones,...
Memorial to Timothy Langholz
Timothy’s website Tim Langholz, 43, of Decorah, died suddenly Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, in Decorah. Memorial Services are today (Thursday, Nov. 6) at 11 a.m....
Memorial to Hal David Berger
Hal Berger, one man that created wonderful glass but lived life hard, died in his sleep at 54. For those who knew Hal knew him...
Memorial to Glenn Donovan
Some sad news to report here. I just learned the Glenn died yesterday from a pulmonary aneurism. It was sudden. He was having difficulties breathing...
NAIA IDEAL PROSPECTUS & SLIDE
This prospectus is designed to provide the information most often requested by artists. Events which include this information are encouraged to note “This prospectus/application is...
Memorial to Marvin Hill
After a battle with cancer, dear Marvin passed in 2003. In his honor, the Cherry Creek Arts Festival instituted a “Marvin Hill Award” for the...
Memorial to Denny Davis
Our fellow art-fair artist, abstract painter, Denny Davis of Gary, Indiana died a few hours ago. He had a stem-cell transplant a few weeks ago...
2004 NAIA Artist Conference
(561-586-0764) explains some of the great reasons for choosing Lake Worth, in the following excerpt from a post she made on the NAIA Member Forum:...
Memorial to Paul Matthaei
Paul Matthaei – blacksmith and owner of Old Ellicott Forge in MD. also passed away on Easter. He leaves behind his wife Jennifer and a...
2004 NAIA DIRECTOR CONFERENCE
SAVE THE DATES– SEPTEMBER 27th and 28th, 2004 The NAIA Director Conference will be held September 27th and 28th, 2004 in Kansas City, Missouri. It will...
Memorial to Robert Barab
Artist Robert C. Barab Jr., 68, died Feb. 27, 2011 at home. He was the beloved husband of Trilla Ramage of Hampton, VA,father of Sasha...
Memorial to T. Scott Halpin
After years (at least 4) of dealing with an inoperable brain tumor, Scot had his final seizure on Friday. Robin was with him, holding him,...
2005 ARTIST CONFERENCE – PHOTOS
Some enticements…Maumee Bay Resort (click on thumbnails for larger view.)...
Memorial to rb Nugent
Rb Nugent died of cancer in 2006. Sally J. Bright Memorials posted here on the NAIA site and Member Forum....
SOME EXAMPLES OF POSSIBLE APPROACHES
SOLO ARTIST Medium: Photography To maintain the highest standards, I personally perform all the creative aspects involved in my work. I expose each photograph utilizing...
Memorial to Robert Hutchinson
Dear Sally, Thanks for including the great pic of Robert in your Art Show Artists website. It is really an incredible task of love and...
Memorial to Dale Walters
Dale passed away Monday, June 26, 2006, in a van accident returning home from the Utah Arts Festival in Salt Lake City. A celebration of...
Memorial to Keith Lebenzon
I was sad to hear that Kieth (AKA “The Brushman”) died in Sept. I found out in an odd way. Someone called for Portland who...
Memorial to Joseph LaPierre
We are all so saddened to have lost our dear, talented friend, Joe. I never saw Joe without a smile on his face which indicated...
Become a Member of the NAIA!
“The mission of the NAIA is to strengthen, improve and promote the artistic, professional and economic success of artists who exhibit in art shows. We...
Westaf Presentation
From a Meeting Convened to Discuss the Feasibility of Cooperative Art Fair Applications and the Use of the Internet to Introduce Jurying Efficiencies Prepared by...
OLD TOWN ART FAIR MEETING
CHICAGO, IL JUNE, 1995 Dear Artists and Craftspersons: On Sunday morning, June 11, 1995, a group of approximately twenty-five Old Town Art Fair artists and...
Memorial to Scott Davis
One of our great friends — Scott Davis passed away October 2005 shortly after St. James Court 2005. His brother Berry (his partner) is continuing...
DIGITAL JURY IMAGE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ART SHOWS
By Larry Berman and Chris Maher There are many excellent reasons for shows and artists to embrace the digital jury process. For shows, advantages include...
Artist Information Statement
The NAIA version of an Artist Information Statement was developed after having shows ask us for some idea of what would be helpful. We hoped...
ORLANDO AGENDA
November, 1995 Orlando, Florida By Banister Pope Everybody, I’ve got an agenda for our Friday night meeting in Orlando. I’m certainly not looking to be the...
FRAME SUPPLIERS
I made the decision to not do business with Larson-Juhl about ten years ago when I was looking for good hardwood frames. I had been told...
PHOTOGRAPHY, ART SHOWS, AND THE DIGITAL REALM
Oct, 2001 Eddie Soloway Don Ament NAIA National Category Advisors, Photography The rapid development of digital imaging technologies in the last decade has thrown an...
Memorial to Patrick Turner
There will be an art show for Patrick Turner The Urban Contemporary Renaissance Man in Milwaukee Wisconsin Displaying many of his originals and collector pieces...
2005 ARTIST CONFERENCE ACCOMODATIONS
Maumee Bay Lodge & Conference Center (www.maumeebayresort.com) Double occupancy – $155/night. Reservations are limited and must be made by calling Maumee Bay directly at 1-800-282-7275...
ARTIST CONFERENCES
2005 – Maumee Bay, Toledo/Lake Erie – July 25 and 26 2004 – Lake Worth, FL – February 18 and 19 2003 – notes from the Conference...
Memorial to Bill Coombs
Dear Members, I received a phone call from Bill Coombs daughter this morning. Bill passed away very early this morning with LaTrece, and their daughter...
Memorial to John Wrenn
From Sylvia Brongo: November 14, 1949 – February 28, 2011 John Wrenn, died on Monday, Feb. 28, 2011, at St. Mary?s Hospital in Madison, following...
Memorial to Drew Smith
From the February 2009 issue of CERF News: Master Glassblower Drew Smith passed away of liver cancer last December 21 at his home in Pacific...
Memorial to Bill Ruth
“We regret to inform everyone that yesterday, November 19th Bill Ruth died. He had been battling colon cancer for months, his resistance had been weakened,...
Memorial to Carol Westlake
Dear Sally, I wanted to return a message to you on Carol’s behalf, because of her passing away on Feb 20, 2008. Its not been...
Memorial to Jan Dorer
At 4:30 today, April 6, 2010 my loving wife, Jan, peacefully passed on. She finally is at peace from the dastardly Alzheimer Disease. Bob, Cyndy,...
1995 WINTER PARK SIDEWALK ART FESTIVAL MEETING
Winter Park, FL November, 1995 On March 15th a dinner meeting for the artists’ organization was held in Winter Park, Florida. Gordon Bruno opened the meeting...
Memorial to Sharon Pikrone
Sharon Ann Pikrone, 1943-2008: botanical watercolorist Her watercolors had stunning blend of depth and detail By Joan Giangrasse Kates January 11, 2009 An accomplished artist,...
LETTER TO MEMBERS
November 18, 1996 Dear NAIA members, Long time, no news. Right? Don’t be discouraged, the association is alive, healthy and productive. The steering committee has...
Memorial to Larry Greer
My family lived in Frederick from 1979-1985 and knew Larry and Dana very well. I joined with Larry in many productions of the fledging Community...
GENERAL INFORMATION
Do you exhibit in galleries in addition to participating in festivals? Yes:77% No:23% Why? Supplemental income to shows. (42) Additional exposure to possible sales. (17)...
Memorial to Mo Dana
From Stephen King: NOVEMBER 9, 2006, DES MOINES, IOWA ? Mo Dana passed away in her sleep this morning, November 9, 2006, at Mercy Hospice...
THE SHOW INFORMATION PAGE (PRINTABLE)
4 Bridges Arts Festival/Assoc. for Visual Artists Address: 30 Frazier Ave, Ste A City/State/ZIP: Chattanooga, TN 37405-3931 Phone: 423-265-4282 Fax: 423-265-5233 Email: [email protected] Website: 4bridgesartsfestival.org/ 2006 Date: 2007 Date: 4th Street...
Memorial to Thomas R. Dawkins
A few weeks ago painter, Tom Dawson, died from cancer in Fort Lauderdale. Tom was one of the original art fair artists and could be...
Memorial to Michael Mick
Dear Michael died of cancer in 2002. We miss his wonderful smile and great ceramics. Sally J. Bright Memorials posted here on the NAIA site...
Memorial to Carol Sedstrom Ross
Carol Sedestrom Ross, died unexpectedly of a heart attack on Monday, June 14 in Houston, Texas. Carol was THE mover and shaker in the craft...
Memorial to Michael Craven
Hello! May I offer my sympathy to friend and family of Michael Craven. I met Michael in 2005 on Ebay. We were both looking for...
Good Mechanics List
CALIFORNIA FLORIDA GEORGIA R.C. Imports (Daniel Santos, Prop.) El Cerrito 6501 Fairmount Ave 510-526-8084 Lextech Automotive Holiday 4055 Louis Avenue 727-942-2733 Pep Boys Jacksonville Sorenson Chevrolet...
Memorial to Roy Schallenberg
Roy’s website is: http://SchallenbergStudio.com Roy Schallenberg’s laughter, stories, vibrant art work, guidance and powerful presence since 1976 will be greatly missed at Art Shows across...
Memorial to Janet Long
Just wanted everyone to know that Janet Long passed away Saturday. A wonderful woman who fought a long, hard battle, she will be missed by...
BOOTH FEE REFUND POLICY STUDY
By Cynthia Davis March 2000 Purpose: The purpose of this study was to analyze art shows policy regarding booth fees. Shows were divided into one...
THE 8TH ANNUAL NAIA DIRECTORS CONFERENCE 2007
Wednesday & Thursday, August 29 & 30, 2007 (with pre-conference social gathering on Tuesday evening) Eden Resort Inn & Suites Lancaster, PA (preceding the Long?s...
Kathleen Field
ARTIST INFORMATION Wall quilts – contemporary. Kathleen Field applies contemporary techniques and designs to the traditional craft of quiltmaking. A sabbatical in 1998-1999 led to...
VOLUNTEER “LAWYERS FOR THE ARTS” ORGANIZATIONS
CALIFORNIA Beverly Hills Bar Association Barristers Committee for the Arts 300 S. Beverly Drive, Suite 201 PO Box 7277 Beverly Hills, CA 90212 Phone: 310-553-6644...
NAIA SURVEY RESULTS
2008 Coconut Grove Survey Results– PDF file Response from Coconut Grove 2007 “Trends Among Artists: The Changing Artistic Landscape 2007 Suggested Zapplication Upgrades Survey Results –...
Art Festivals and Artists: Developing Policies to Enhance the Industry
January 22, 1999 Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, Illinois The first NAIA Board/ Art Festivals Conference convened at 9:30 am on January 22, 1999 at...
Michael Mode
ARTIST INFORMATION Michael Mode makes turned wood vessels with lids, composed from burl woods, exotic and colorful tropical woods, highly figured domestic woods, and sometimes...
Ray Jones
ARTIST INFORMATION STATEMENT I make boxes entirely of wood, including the hinges, fasteners, latches, and drawer slides. I love wood and am fascinated by wooden...
NAIA MEMORIAL PAGE
The NAIA Memorial Page was inspired by this post on the NAIA open Forum: We are a widespread artist community. There are a lot of...
NAIA NEWSLETTER ARCHIVES
Links to the newsletter PDFs will open a new window. If you prefer, save the file to your hard drive or desktop. Windows: Right mouse click/”Save...
ARTIST RELIEF NOTICES
No current artist relief notices. Good! If you have an artist relief fund you would like to have displayed here please email the webmaster. Thanks for...
Digital Seminars
PREPARING YOUR IMAGES FOR ZAPPLICATION? AND OTHER DIGITAL JURY SYSTEMS Learn How to Do It/See What they Look Like “I knew ZIP about ZAPP, but...
NAIA FUNDRAISERS
Welcome to the NAIA Fundraisers page! The principal financing of the NAIA is through membership dues, gifts/donations and the generous efforts of our volunteers. However,...
ON THE WEB
Computer stuff – graphics applications, digital imaging and jurying, etc. Links page....
Sharon Matusiak
ARTIST INFORMATION Sharon Matusiak’s “Jewelry for the Wall” are mixed media on wood contemporary sculptures. Color and texture are essential aspects of her work. She...
Michael Hamilton & Dee Roberts
ARTIST INFORMATION Michael Hamilton and Dee Roberts create fine wood boxes and accessories. Dee and I look at our boxes as small pieces of furniture...
Spring 2002 Directors Conference
2002 SHOW DIRECTORS CONFERENCE April 30 and May 1, 2002 New Orleans, LA The third NAIA Show Directors Conference convened on Tuesday morning. Board member and...