Last weekend was my first art vendor event! I had the honor of being the face painter for Indie Green Fest. I’ve been pushing myself to just do things even if I feel like I’m not ready. And with only a week to prepare I definitely didn't have the time to get ready in the way that I would have envisioned myself. But I took the leap after all experience is the best teacher right?
With that said, I want to share five I learned from my first art vendor/face painting event.
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The tent is a must!
I wasn’t sure of what the set up was going to look like but I recommend being prepared for anything...especially the elements. I definitely recommend getting one that zips in case of rain. Even after getting a tent we still got wet from the rain.
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Best to bring quick easy sells
I took a range of products for various price points. I brought original paintings, prints, and stickers. Stickers and prints sold the most. I make stickers at home using my printer and Cricut.
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Be strategic in what face painting options you offer
This was my first-time face painting, I made a sheet of face painting options, however, I will be revising it to focus on options that focus on the eyes and nothing that includes full face because these took a lot of paint and time. There are some really great options that focus on the eyes.
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Take time to visit other vendors
Take some time to walk around and visit other vendors. I made some great connections just by introducing myself to some other vendors. I also took the time to exchange some tips with other artists.
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The experience is worth it
I definitely was nervous about this event being my first vendor event, having only a week to prepare and never had face painted before. But I am so glad I took the time to do it. I learned so much and now I can add face painter to services. Even better I already have more events booked!
Have you had your first vendor event? What did you learn?