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Art Fair Application Secrets Every Artist Should Know 

Art fairs can change your career. Full stop. 

And no, I’m not talking about the vibe where you’re sweating in a white tent selling coasters next to a guy making wooden spoons. I’m talking about real art fairs. The kind where collectors, serious buyers, and opportunities that can expand your visibility and income fast. 

But here’s what I see all the time: artists apply to fairs like they’re going in blind. 

They upload random images.

They submit a scattered body of work.

Their photos are angled, blurry, full of studio clutter, or glossy glare-city.

Their booth shot looks like they set it up in a panic.

Their artist statement sounds like every other artist statement on planet earth.

They get rejected and think it means they aren’t good enough.

Nope. It usually means the application package wasn’t strong, or the fair wasn’t the right fit. 

How to Improve Your Art Fair Application

In this episode, I’m sharing the exact tips that increase your odds of getting accepted, especially to better fairs. In fact, we’re going to cover 10 different ways you can improve your art fair application. 

Here’s what we’ll cover:

• How to choose the right art fair for your style, pricing, and location
• Why cohesive work and strong photos are the top acceptance factors
• How to take professional images with your iPhone
• What makes a booth shot stand out to jurors
• How to write an artist statement that feels real and memorable 

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