What is The Talent Show?
The Talent Show is an indie art & craft fair to be held the first
Saturday and Sunday in June 2010, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Our mission
is to create a marketplace where a diverse group of local artists and
designers have an opportunity to showcase and sell their wares to a
large local audience.
What is the artist vendor fee?
$150.00
How many vendors will be accepted?
We have space for up to 55 vendors.
When will I know if I am accepted?
Friday, May 14th approvals will be sent to participants.
What if I don’t get in The Talent Show?
Please remember that we may not be able to accept all vendors. Even
ones whose work we really like! After we assemble our first
roster of vendors, we will make a waiting list, if there should be
a cancellation we will notify those on the list.
Do I have to donate to the Silent Auction?
We think it’s important to give back to the local community and
to support charitable organizations. We ask that each vendor consider
donating an item to the silent auction. The Silent Auction will generate
money to be donated to Artists'
Access to Healthcare via Springboard for the Arts and The
Aliveness Project.
What if I cannot attend The Talent Show after I have been accepted?
We understand that life happens and some vendors may need to cancel.
Please notify us asap if you are unable to attend The Talent Show. That way we
can notify our wait list artists. Sorry, but we are unable to refund any and
all fees for any reason due to event expenses.
When is vendor payment due?
Payment is due by Friday, May 14th. This secures your spot. If payment
is not made by this date, we may fill your spot with an artist on
the wait list.
Who do I make the check or money order out to?
Checks or money orders must be made out to:
Barber Properties LLC.
Write “The Talent Show” in the memo area of the check.
Mail to:
Barber Properties LLC
4244 Nicollet Ave
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55409
Do I have to attend Friday, June 4th, 4 - 7pm Check In?
Check in and partial set up will be required of all participants on
Friday, June 4th from 4-7 p.m.. All participating vendors must check
in at the designated area before unloading and setting up. Please
bring your signed vendor contract and your donated item for the silent
auction at this time and have the following information ready: short
description and minimum value for starting bid. We will have forms
for you to fill out and attach to your item.
Vendors may set up canopies, tables and displays to the extent they
are comfortable with at this time. Outside vendors will be allowed
to keep items for sale inside the locked building overnight both, Friday
and Saturday. The outside area will be gated and locked overnight,
however, The Talent Show is not responsible for any injuries, lost,
stolen or damaged goods. Friday check in will give you a chance to
partially set up your display, have any questions answered and to drop
off your silent auction items.
How do you plan to publicize The Talent Show?
We will make postcards that vendors will be able to pick up and distribute.
There will be a link on the website you will be able to email to
your mailing list and friends. We will be sending out press releases,
working our social networks and promoting The Talent Show with our
partners.
Have much more inventory than you think you will need.
Have a range of price points for your work.
Think out your booth lay out and display. Have a check out area.
Arrange for a helper. You are welcome to bring your own snacks
and beverages, but not allowed to sell any food or beverages.
Please bring your recycling and trash with you when you leave each
day.
Bring business cards and promo material to hand out.
Bring gift bags, tissue paper & sales supplies-receipt book, pens,
etc.
Bring plenty of change. There will be no ATM.
Accept credit cards. Your sales will increase. Alot. Really.
Have fun, smile and sell your work!
Who do I contact with any other questions?
micaela@thetalentshowmn.com
