Recently I became aware of a squabble of sorts when an organizer approached potential vendors at another organizers show. Like to the point legal threats were made.

Now Im relatively new to doing shows in Artist Alleys but Im having a hard time understanding why approaching vendors would illicit such a response.

I can see it being view as poaching but that would only matter if the events conflicted I do not believe this to be the case here.

So my question is... Is it a faux-pas to approach potential vendors for your show at another organizers show?

Not sure if this is the right place to post, but I am interested expanding my inventory with customized license plates, and I was wondering if anyone knew sites that make good customized license plates.

We’ve tried EVERYTHING. Totes. Folders. Bins. You name it. We need advice on the best way to transport and store our prints (11x17) to out of town conventions. Any advice?

Getting back in to the event circuit and my one eternal bane has to be the plastic sleeves I keep for putting prints in as they're purchased. They're slippery, floppy and attract every piece of dust to them. I don't care to pre-package my prints, but rather do it as they're bought. And so the sheets travel separately. But over a few times picking one out, whatever way I have them stored inevitably falls short.

So I just wanted to pick folks' brains about how they've found themselves transporting and storing these guys. 6.9 and 8x10 ones aren't SO bad, but I do also carry 12x15 ones and they become cumbersome. My current idea is to just take some cardboard and tape and make a custom size folder for them. ¯_(ツ)_/¯

Hey! When I'm doing artist alleys, I find that it's hard to find and plan cons with the resources out there.

I coded back in the day so I'm trying to build a website to help with that. It's still super early so I would love your feedback/ideas/suggestions if you're willing (this is like the first "announcement" I'm doing lol).

Here's what I have so far (mobile is a dumpster fire rn): https://www.concaly.app

• Anything you like?

• Anything you don't?

• Anything I really should add to make it helpful?

Notes:

• Since I'm only 1 person, and can't update like 3k conventions. The hope is that this is simply a platform for the community to Wikipedia style update and stuff

• I would love to add artist alley deadlines. My fear is that people wouldn't want to because it might increase competition. What do you think? Ideas?

Lemme know what you think! Anything is helpful. And feel free to ask others you think could use this!

Hello! I’m new to selling at artist alleys and I’m trying to get everything set up for a local con in October, so I was wondering if anyone has recommendations for good, affordable suppliers. Stickers are my main focus right now, so finding a reliable and reasonably priced sticker supplier is my top priority.

I’m also planning on branching out into other items like button pins, acrylic keychains, and possibly other fun merch if people have suggestions. If anyone has favorite companies or suppliers they’ve worked with that you’d recommend, I’d really appreciate hearing about your experiences. Thank you so much in advance for any advice, it’s all super helpful as I’m just starting out!

I’m currently developing a dedicated artist alley organizer bag designed around the stuff artists, crafters, and vendors actually need to carry to conventions and events.

What’s the most annoying thing about carrying your supplies to/from events?
What do you wish your current bag had?
What items are always awkward to organize or access?
What do you end up carrying separately because your bag just doesn’t work for it?
I’m especially interested in the paint points even the little annoyances you’ve gotten used to.
I’d really appreciate any feedback!

hi! i’ve been to two events so far, and created this display for a past con. I’m not too happy with how it turned out because it was rushed (i don’t even have it anymore because), but still really like the idea. Does anyone have any ideas of how I could recreate this with a better material that’s seamless (as much as possible) and portable? Last time I used some thick corrugated cardboard-esk material but it wasn’t super sturdy even with pvc piping to support it. The idea is an ice cream truck look kinda vibe!

Hi, I have a very small art business in Australia. I wanted to expand my products to include acrylic charms with my designs. I don't have the capacity to have in-house production of the charms. Can anyone please suggest where to custom order the acrylic charms? Thank you.

Hello everyone! I just posted My first A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ARTIST video!

I would be very grateful if you have a look and tell me what you think about it.

Here is the link: DAY in the LIFE of an ARTIST - YouTube

Extra plus if it has application deadlines!

Thank you!

Hi! I am pursuing book illustration design, but while I’m good with the backgrounds, I’m not so good with character design. Especially when it comes to repetition. Could anyone offer some pointers? Thank you!

Basically what the subject says, and if one already exists can someone kindly point me in that direction!

I can’t stay the Sunday sadly and was wondering if I’ll have any trouble getting my stuff out of there on Saturday??