Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Philly Recap
Im finally settling down back home, and I am so happy to be here! I have really mixed feeling about the market right now, and i hesitate to say it was a complete bust only because I met a lot of really great artists and attendees. (not buyers though, im not sure many were really there!)
I will say that financially, the market was disastrous for me. I didnt even cover half of my expenses, which just stressed me out beyond belief. I was hopeful the the economy wouldn't have such a big effect on the show, but i was dead wrong. The aisles remained pretty empty during the entire 5 days of the show, and when talkign to other exhibitors, I realized i was not the only one have a disappointing show.
i wish i could say this show didnt wear me down as much as it did, and that i could just chalk it up to a bad economy, but thats easier said than done. Especially so fresh off of a bad show. As of right now, im going to take a break from doing shows, and as soon as i fill the few orders i did receive, im also taking a break from lucite jewelry. I feel as though ive boxed myself in to this technique, and i REALLY need a break. I dont feel like an artist anymore, just a production worker. Im excited to see what develops out of this new freedom. I will still be working and creating, it will just be new and exciting work- I cant go wrong with that. Who knows when the economy will pick up again and i will be ready to do more shows, but for now im going to use this economic lull to my advantage!
I also have to say a HUGE THANK YOU too my mom, Kathy. She stayed with me through the entire show, she made me laugh, calmed me down, entertained me, and helped me work through my 5 min crying spurt in a very productive way. I couldnt have done it without you Mom, I love you!
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4 comments:
i love this necklace you've posted. i've never seen it before!.
i know EXACTLY what you are going through. let me know if you need to talk :)
I am sorry the show sucked, your work is great, but i know how you feel about the box. I am sure you will find a great new direction.
Sorry the show was tough! Love the new necklace you posted. Wishing you all kinds of good luck and looking forward to seeing what comes next. I continue to receive multiple, multiple compliments every time I wear your work! (Which is on quite a regular basis!)
oh, liz. i too know exactly what you're feeling. take a break. fall in love with a 17 year old vampire and reassess. it's not you or your work. i promise.
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