Is this the appropriate forum....

[RobinZ]

Hi! Is this an appropriate place to discuss pricing of decorative stuff? If so...

I painted 7 years ago and had an idea of what was what, but that was a while ago.

I went to a bunch of craft shows this spring and I still have trouble deciding what to charge for things because I didn't see anything similar to what I am doing. I've been painting boxes, slates, door crowns and "mini-murals". Everything handpainted, no stencils. Florals, gardens and landscapes. I'd appreciate some advice. Is this the right place? (Naturally my family thinks everything is worth a million bucks. I want to sell.) Thanks!

[JustjoGA]

I think you need to post this in Art Business forum, Robin. Buying and selling questions are usually discussed there...

[RobinZ]

Okay. It's just that it seems like decorative arts comes under "other", if you know what I mean. Thanks, Jo.

[arlene]

i do shows all over the areas, and would ask you what show's you've walked around in your area? I personally know several people who sell what you're doing...

there is a good thread somewhere in the art business forum that discusses how I price work.

[RobinZ]

Arlene, I went to The Willows, Penn State Delco, Holy Cross and QVC (plus an in-house one). Thanks!

[arlene]

try the heritage shows in valley forge...the big one i forgot the name in edison NJ...sugarloaf has a show in the area...i'm sure i 'll think of more, but right now my mind is blank

also check out the web site http://www.sunshineartist.com for info on shows. What you're talking about is quite common...

[Aspiring]

Arlene mentioned the Sugarloaf shows, and I want to add there is one online. If this doesn't get you there, go to search and type in Sugarloaf

www.sugarloaf.com

You can sell online and it has to be a good market for I know at least one big name personally who markets all over this nation and is very successful. He was a neighbor craftsman in an art complex in PA.

Jane