Art Show Set Up

6/10’ Art Show setup

I need to do some in person shows and move some artwork. Most show curators ask you to send photos of your booth and mine are all years old, so I set this up in my backyard to get some photos.

I tried to feature a variety of sizes, and price ranges, I have matted prints, notecards, stickers, some tile coasters, a variety of works on canvas including one large piece.

It’s not perfect but it’s a start. I really need something I can hang medium sized paintings on so they aren’t on the ground.

If you have any constructive criticism or suggestions on how to improve my setup, please, I’m all ears! 😉

40 responses to “Art Show Set Up”

  1. Anthony Avatar

    Wow, I love your artwork. It’s abstract beautiful I ever become really successful (Fingers crossed), maybe someday I’ll buy one. 😊

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    1. M. Avatar
      M.

      Hey bro, you could always buy her art on a tee, socks or a print. It’s the cheaper route of support. I got a few TAD works in that way 😁

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      1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

        Thanks Matt! I appreciate your support, every little bit helps! ☺

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    2. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      I look forward to the day, Anthony, thank you so much! ☺

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  2. philsblog01 Avatar

    Looks good! Good Luck!

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thanks so much Phil!

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  3. janetweightreed10 Avatar

    Tiffany, it looks fantastic. Well one you. XX

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you Janet, now I just need to find the shows! 😉

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      1. janetweightreed10 Avatar

        Keep putting your work out there and the shows will come to you…..:)X

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  4. EclecticMusicLover Avatar

    I think your display looks good, and shows a nice array of your work in a variety of mediums and sizes.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you Jeff, that was my goal!

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  5. Giadreams (themoviemylife.com) Avatar

    All the pieces jump out beautifully – and the layout invites one to scan the pieces slowly, and then look again at the ones that didn’t immediately catch the eye.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Great feedback, thank you so much G! ☺

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  6. Claudia McGill Avatar

    I did 25 years more or less of outdoor shows and getting a good setup was always a challenge. I had the whole tent/hanging racks/table setup since I did so many shows but that’s not always practical, I know. I don’t know how much space you will have, in my experiences it was 10 x 10 (the size of the tent). I would suggest if you can find a way to not have the paintings in front of the tables, if you’re not hanging them maybe make a sort of flip bin (I used a plastic tub) so people will feel ok moving them to take a look ( I found people shy away from sorting through art unless they see it’s ok by the display). And I like that a large painting displayed as you mention will draw them to look at your other work, I totally agree with that. I hope some of this makes sense? And I am sure your vibrant colors and energy will catch a lot of eyes. !

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      So many great tips, thank you so much for your feedback, Claudia! Yes, I agree about having bins they can flip through is a great idea, and eventually I will have some way of hanging them. I do have a 10/10′ canopy which I haven’t set up in a while, I have to see if I can utilize that for hanging or attaching something to. Thanks again for sharing your experience!

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  7. lifelessons Avatar

    Individually, your pieces are stunning. I love them. But grouped so closely to each other, the effect is confusing and detracts from the impact of each individual piece. I did art and craft shows for 14 years, setting up dozens of shows per year in a 10×10 foot tent so I learned by experience that the display was really important. Give each piece its own space even if this means some of the pieces are not out on display, but perhaps behind the scene ready to be pulled out if someone says, “Do you have any more?” I have not one space left on my walls but would have to consider buying the yellow one…especially after seeing it in the second shot.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Excellent advice Judy, thank you so much!! I have over saturated my booth in the past, it’s so hard to select which paintings to show since I have so many!! ☺

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      1. lifelessons Avatar

        I know. I have the same problem.

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  8. Felipe Adan Lerma Avatar

    looks great, Tiffany – interesting, colorful & inviting! hope you get some good gigs & do great! 👍😊❤️

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you, Adan! Yeah, I need to get out there again!! ☺

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you so much, Ka, hopefully there will be a showing in the near future! ☺

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      1. Ka Malana - Fiestaestrellas.com Avatar

        🖼️🎨 that would be great! I know I can’t wait to get back to expressing myself through art again, and it’s kind of like you hold that flame for me through your own work. Can’t wait to see your show!

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        1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

          That is so cool! I am here anytime you need inspiration, Ka! I hope you can find that space soon, creatives need to lift each other up! ❤

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          1. Ka Malana - Fiestaestrellas.com Avatar

            We definitely do!!! Also these times are just strenuous in so many ways; we need our creativity and our friends and nature more than ever before! 🤗

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  9. Timothy Price Avatar
    Timothy Price

    Wonderful looking art booth. I love your creativity.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thanks Tim, just working with what I have! These setups can get very expensive if you can go that route, I just want to keep it simple and efficient!

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  10. hitandrun1964 Avatar

    Looks beautiful. Good luck. Hope you sell many paintings. Try hanging them on a shutter (reinforce it a bit). That might work for you.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      I like that idea, Gig! I used to have some peg boards that I could hang a few pieces on, but on a windy day, it was a disaster! The shutter wood would be sturdier, thanks for the idea! ☺

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  11. Antique Works Avatar

    Your set up and tables look really nice! I wish you the best.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thanks! Now I just need to find the shows! 😉

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  12. Michele Lee Avatar

    Beautiful pieces and one that looks very familiar. 👏🏻 I am excited for you Tiffany. I am not knowledgeable about your specific needs; however, my daughter is. I will send you her page.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you so much Michele! Yes, checking out other artists booths really gives me ideas! They can vary so much, I just have to utilize what I have until I can invest in a professional setup someday! 😉

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      1. Michele Lee Avatar

        You’re very welcome and I do understand that. Sam’s been building on hers for a few years now. It certainly is an investment of time, talent, and resources. Another reason why it is so important to support (living) artists! Handcraft vs. mass produced. 🙌🏻

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      2. Michele Lee Avatar

        P.S. Best wishes! Happy to support in any way I can.

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  13. Aud Avatar

    Wow, I love this Tiffany! LOVE.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you so very much, Aud! ☺

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  14. babayaga321 Avatar

    Nice setup Tiffany! I was thinking of getting some of my art and photography out there this year, but have put it off until 2025. I’m working through the pieces I already have and want to be sure everything is ready before I make the jump. I was also thinking of actually painting a piece of art during the display to try and attract more interest… do you think this would work? G.

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  15. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

    Thanks so much! Yes, I always think a live demonstration is a great idea to attract interest, people always want to see the process that goes into the work! All the best luck to you when you make it happen!☺

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