Think about what you want to have with you and plan ahead. Things you may need to bring with you include:
MaterialsDisplay material/photographs for walls
Publicity materialHand outs for the public - artist's statement, contact detailsPress pack - press release, images of art work, artist's statementPrevious publicity and brag book, showing commissions - display it on a stand.PostcardsBusiness cardsPrice listsOrder bookBook for recording contacts
Tools
Cleaning materials,
i.e., for cabinets etc
Box with thumb tacks, pins, pegs, screws, for hanging material on the wallsExtension cords, power strips, light bulbs, fusesBox with tools – screw drivers, pliers, knives, etc. Masking tape, scotch tapePens, markers, product labels, price tagsCalculator, sales receipt book, copy of your sales tax license Credit card equipmentA storage facility for all the money and cheques you will take in! Also to keep the change box in - stocked with plenty of change, of course.Packaging material - Bubble wrap, boxes, bags, etc
Seat with back restSmall step stoolWheeled trolley for moving stock and boothMost important - your own lunch and cold drinks and water bottle
Additional things for outdoor booths
Canvas repair tape/ Gaffer tape
Weights for holding the booth down Buckets and mops for bailing outA pair of rubber bootsGuy ropes and pegs for windy conditions
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