Tony Ferguson on wed 26 jun 02
Lois,
Many options depending on the color and feel of your work. If you are going
to just buy it, check out:
1. Porta Panels (hang your flatter work I have seen people also hook
shelving into them, promo pictures, etc) & use formica covered and sealed on
the bottom pedistals on the floor.
2. The easiest, least expensive, modular do it your self (or hire someone
handy with wood) is cut a perfect square out of 1/2 or 3/8 plywood from the
center cutting the same width as the wood down to the edge, essientially
cutting the square half way--with two of these you put them together and
they lock. Take another square and put it on top--now you have a table and
you can stack these in any number of formations as well as utilize different
sizes to create different levels. You can also put in triangular shelves on
all for sides of the squares too.
3. Go with combination pedistals and tables with fabric.
4. Door panels from any Home Depot or Mendards like store--you can paint
them, they are light, and you can use them to create walls with shelves on
them--like the porta panels.
Good luck, this is not an easy one to figure out so quickly.
Thank you.
Tony Ferguson
Stoneware, Porcelain, Raku
www.aquariusartgallery.com
218-727-6339
315 N. Lake Ave
Apt 312
Duluth, MN 55806
----- Original Message -----
From: "Lois Ruben Aronow"
To:
Sent: Wednesday, June 26, 2002 4:57 PM
Subject: Booth design and advice
> After doing my first crafts/retails show, i have decided to spend a
> good deal of time rethinking my booth/display.
>
> Unfortunately, I can find relatively little on this subject. I have
> searched the archives and the internet. I have been to crafts report.
> But, aside from "keep your display at eye level" there are few
> examples. (Yes, I've been to shows and looked at the booths of
> others).
>
> SO -- can anyone offer suggestions on what works, as well as what
> DOESN'T work? Where do I find photos or sketches of floor plans?
> What works as knockdown shelving and what doesn't?
>
> I'm doing my next show in September. I'm really pleased with my new
> work, and want my booth to reflect that. Unfortunately, I'm so new at
> this!
> --------------------------------------------
> Lois Ruben Aronow
> gilois@bellatlantic.net
>
> Fine Craft Porcelain
> http://www.loisaronow.com - Newly updated! New Work and Tattoo pictures!
>
>
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Lois Ruben Aronow on wed 26 jun 02
After doing my first crafts/retails show, i have decided to spend a
good deal of time rethinking my booth/display. =20
Unfortunately, I can find relatively little on this subject. I have
searched the archives and the internet. I have been to crafts report.
But, aside from "keep your display at eye level" there are few
examples. (Yes, I've been to shows and looked at the booths of
others).
SO -- can anyone offer suggestions on what works, as well as what
DOESN'T work? Where do I find photos or sketches of floor plans?
What works as knockdown shelving and what doesn't?
I'm doing my next show in September. I'm really pleased with my new
work, and want my booth to reflect that. Unfortunately, I'm so new at
this!
--------------------------------------------
Lois Ruben Aronow
gilois@bellatlantic.net
=46ine Craft Porcelain
http://www.loisaronow.com - Newly updated! New Work and Tattoo pictures!
Longtin, Jeff on thu 27 jun 02
Lois,
Couple things:
What I noticed is that people like a booth they can walk into. Sort of a U
shape if you will. This allows them to put themselves into your booth. If
its especially crowded they'll like to do this so they can view your work
more easily and get out of the crowd. A U shape is also good because you
stand at the back of the booth and greet folks once they enter.
If you can do a center island thing at all that too can help "flow". People
can walk "through" your display.
Display stands that resemble ladders can be a really convenient method of
display. The ladder serves as the support and shelves are stretched across
the rungs. Make them wide ladders of course. 30-36" wide for instance. Cups
and smaller forms can be put up on the higher shelves and bigger forms,
casseroles and bowls, can be put down on the lower shelves.
Depends upon your work as well. Cedar wood is great for durability. Easy
maintenance. Painted displays always seem to need more paint.
Becareful about wall things, wood, canvas, or otherwise. Nothing like those
straightline winds to put the fear of god into you (and your neighbor) as
your disdlay moves into your neighbors space.
Take care
Jeff
ps. You do great work regardless of how much you charge or how your bills
get paid! A potter is a potter afterall!
-----Original Message-----
From: Lois Ruben Aronow [mailto:gilois@BELLATLANTIC.NET]
Sent: Wednesday, June 26, 2002 6:58 PM
To: CLAYART@LSV.CERAMICS.ORG
Subject: Booth design and advice
After doing my first crafts/retails show, i have decided to spend a
good deal of time rethinking my booth/display.
Unfortunately, I can find relatively little on this subject. I have
searched the archives and the internet. I have been to crafts report.
But, aside from "keep your display at eye level" there are few
examples. (Yes, I've been to shows and looked at the booths of
others).
SO -- can anyone offer suggestions on what works, as well as what
DOESN'T work? Where do I find photos or sketches of floor plans?
What works as knockdown shelving and what doesn't?
I'm doing my next show in September. I'm really pleased with my new
work, and want my booth to reflect that. Unfortunately, I'm so new at
this!
--------------------------------------------
Lois Ruben Aronow
gilois@bellatlantic.net
Fine Craft Porcelain
http://www.loisaronow.com - Newly updated! New Work and Tattoo pictures!
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Cindi Anderson on thu 27 jun 02
Funny, I knew some potters that changed their U shapes into L's and sold a
lot more. They said people were too intimidated to walk into the U while
they were there. If they were standing behind a table, the people felt more
comfortable to walk up and pick up pieces. Maybe the best would be a U that
is low in back so you can stand behind instead of inside.
Cindi
Fremont, CA
----- Original Message -----
> What I noticed is that people like a booth they can walk into. Sort of a U
> shape if you will. This allows them to put themselves into your booth.
Cindi Anderson on thu 27 jun 02
I am totally not getting this... "cutting the same width as the wood down
to the edge?"
Can you please try again?
Thanks
Cindi
----- Original Message ----- >
2. The easiest, least expensive, modular do it your self (or hire someone
> handy with wood) is cut a perfect square out of 1/2 or 3/8 plywood from
the
> center cutting the same width as the wood down to the edge, essientially
> cutting the square half way--with two of these you put them together and
> they lock. Take another square and put it on top--now you have a table
and
> you can stack these in any number of formations as well as utilize
different
> sizes to create different levels.
Longtin, Jeff on thu 27 jun 02
To clarify:
Two A frame shelving units on the sides of the booth and then me sitting
toward the back of the booth sitting behind two wooden crates, for bags,
paper, lunch, etc. (Not really a true U shape, just couldn't think of a
better description.) You are right Cindi,if the display were a solid U shape
customers probably would feel intimidated.
Also sometimes did the L shape and that too is good. Me sitting behind the
boxes opposite the two A frames set in an L shape.
A frames give you great flexibility!
Take Care
Jeff Longtin
-----Original Message-----
From: Cindi Anderson [mailto:cindi@CINDI-ANDERSON.COM]
Sent: Thursday, June 27, 2002 2:46 PM
To: CLAYART@LSV.CERAMICS.ORG
Subject: Re: Booth design and advice
Funny, I knew some potters that changed their U shapes into L's and sold a
lot more. They said people were too intimidated to walk into the U while
they were there. If they were standing behind a table, the people felt more
comfortable to walk up and pick up pieces. Maybe the best would be a U that
is low in back so you can stand behind instead of inside.
Cindi
Fremont, CA
----- Original Message -----
> What I noticed is that people like a booth they can walk into. Sort of a U
> shape if you will. This allows them to put themselves into your booth.
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Tony Ferguson on thu 27 jun 02
Cindi,
Go here and you can see pictures of the X's as they are used to display.
When I was starting out, this was borrowed from some great potters and
friends, the Bob and Cheryl Husby. Click on the image of me selling at a
fair. I ahve since built out of rough cut wood an A frame type of display.
http://www.aquariusartgallery.com/fergusonartistpicsoftheartist.htm
Thank you.
Tony Ferguson
Stoneware, Porcelain, Raku
www.aquariusartgallery.com
218-727-6339
315 N. Lake Ave
Apt 312
Duluth, MN 55806
----- Original Message -----
From: "Cindi Anderson"
To:
Sent: Thursday, June 27, 2002 12:33 PM
Subject: Re: Booth design and advice
> I am totally not getting this... "cutting the same width as the wood down
> to the edge?"
> Can you please try again?
> Thanks
> Cindi
>
> ----- Original Message ----- >
> 2. The easiest, least expensive, modular do it your self (or hire someone
> > handy with wood) is cut a perfect square out of 1/2 or 3/8 plywood from
> the
> > center cutting the same width as the wood down to the edge, essientially
> > cutting the square half way--with two of these you put them together and
> > they lock. Take another square and put it on top--now you have a table
> and
> > you can stack these in any number of formations as well as utilize
> different
> > sizes to create different levels.
>
>
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David Dahlquist on thu 27 jun 02
Yes, this is what I do A U shape but the bottom of the "U" is 2/3rds to the
back giving me a third for bags, overstock, wrapping etc, and a place to
sit. I leave about a 18" to 2' gap at one of the corners so I can get out
and help, sell, or get some sun when needed. We will varify this sometimes
and go with an "L" shape. I just bought a REALLY long and skinny table that
will make using an L shape a lot easier. Its 8' long and 18" front to back.
Dave
Wilsonville, OR.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Cindi Anderson"
To:
Sent: Thursday, June 27, 2002 12:46 PM
Subject: Re: Booth design and advice
> Funny, I knew some potters that changed their U shapes into L's and sold a
> lot more. They said people were too intimidated to walk into the U while
> they were there. If they were standing behind a table, the people felt
more
> comfortable to walk up and pick up pieces. Maybe the best would be a U
that
> is low in back so you can stand behind instead of inside.
>
> Cindi
> Fremont, CA
>
> ----- Original Message -----
>
> > What I noticed is that people like a booth they can walk into. Sort of a
U
> > shape if you will. This allows them to put themselves into your booth.
>
>
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>
Ilene Mahler on fri 28 jun 02
I must be putting too much shelving units in my display I have an abstracta
unit across the back one shorter one on the left and some pedistals on the
right and sometimes one or two triplex grids to hang mugs,colandersor
mirrors..Yours looks sleek and uncluttered...Ilene in Conn
----- Original Message -----
From: Tony Ferguson
To:
Sent: Thursday, June 27, 2002 8:00 PM
Subject: Re: Booth design and advice
> Cindi,
>
> Go here and you can see pictures of the X's as they are used to display.
> When I was starting out, this was borrowed from some great potters and
> friends, the Bob and Cheryl Husby. Click on the image of me selling at a
> fair. I ahve since built out of rough cut wood an A frame type of
display.
>
> http://www.aquariusartgallery.com/fergusonartistpicsoftheartist.htm
>
>
> Thank you.
>
> Tony Ferguson
> Stoneware, Porcelain, Raku
> www.aquariusartgallery.com
> 218-727-6339
> 315 N. Lake Ave
> Apt 312
> Duluth, MN 55806
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Cindi Anderson"
> To:
> Sent: Thursday, June 27, 2002 12:33 PM
> Subject: Re: Booth design and advice
>
>
> > I am totally not getting this... "cutting the same width as the wood
down
> > to the edge?"
> > Can you please try again?
> > Thanks
> > Cindi
> >
> > ----- Original Message ----- >
> > 2. The easiest, least expensive, modular do it your self (or hire
someone
> > > handy with wood) is cut a perfect square out of 1/2 or 3/8 plywood
from
> > the
> > > center cutting the same width as the wood down to the edge,
essientially
> > > cutting the square half way--with two of these you put them together
and
> > > they lock. Take another square and put it on top--now you have a
table
> > and
> > > you can stack these in any number of formations as well as utilize
> > different
> > > sizes to create different levels.
> >
> >
>
____________________________________________________________________________
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> melpots@pclink.com.
> >
>
>
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Valerie Hawkins on sun 30 jun 02
the 'Family Handyman' magazine, June 2002 issue has instructions for several
knockdown workbenches that would be suitable for a craft booth. One of the
benches is the X legged pedestal that's already been mentioned.
I made an 'A' frame display unit from two louvered doors purchased at a junk
shop. The husband hinged them together at the top, knocked out several
slats on each. The doors fold into an A shape and the shelves are slid
through the slats.
Valerie
Charlotte
-----Original Message-----
From: Ceramic Arts Discussion List [mailto:CLAYART@LSV.CERAMICS.ORG]On
Behalf Of Lois Ruben Aronow
Sent: Wednesday, June 26, 2002 7:58 PM
To: CLAYART@LSV.CERAMICS.ORG
Subject: Booth design and advice
After doing my first crafts/retails show, i have decided to spend a
good deal of time rethinking my booth/display.
Unfortunately, I can find relatively little on this subject. I have
searched the archives and the internet. I have been to crafts report.
But, aside from "keep your display at eye level" there are few
examples. (Yes, I've been to shows and looked at the booths of
others).
SO -- can anyone offer suggestions on what works, as well as what
DOESN'T work? Where do I find photos or sketches of floor plans?
What works as knockdown shelving and what doesn't?
I'm doing my next show in September. I'm really pleased with my new
work, and want my booth to reflect that. Unfortunately, I'm so new at
this!
--------------------------------------------
Lois Ruben Aronow
gilois@bellatlantic.net
Fine Craft Porcelain
http://www.loisaronow.com - Newly updated! New Work and Tattoo pictures!
____________________________________________________________________________
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