One-day and Two-day Passes Available

Visiting Artist Program
When: August 1-2, 2009
Where: Pennsylvania Convention Center
1101 Arch St
Philadelphia, PA. 19107
Cost: $85.00 per day; $160.00 for two days The Visiting Artists Program registration will remain open through out the event.

Sponsored by the Arts Business Institute and the Buyers Market of American Craft, the programming includes educational seminars designed specifically for artists, guided marketplace tours, individual mentoring sessions, and the opportunity to ask questions and network with ABI and Buyers Market staff, seasoned exhibitors and other Visiting Artists.

All Visiting Artist programming is designed to provide you with the information you need to take your arts business to the next level.

VISITING ARTISTS SCHEDULE

Saturday August 1
10:30am – noon Wholesale 101, Bruce Baker
Noon – 1:00pm Lunch (on your own)
1:00 – 2:30pm Salesmanship, Bruce Baker
2:40 - 3:50pm The Impacts of Wholesaling, Panel discussion with BMAC Staffers and Experienced Artists
4:00 – 5:00pm One-on-One Mentor Session
4:00 – 5:00pm Visiting Artist Meet and Greet
5:00 – 6:00pm Tour of the BMAC Floor
8:00 – 11:00pm BMAC Party


Sunday, August 2
10:30 – noon Pricing, Nancy Markoe
Noon – 1:00pm Lunch (on your own)
1:00 – 2:30pm Marketing 101 and You! Marlene Richey
2:40 – 3:50pm Group Critique with Wendy Rosen
4:00 – 5:00pm One-on-One Mentor Session
4:00 – 5:00pm Visiting Artist Meet and Greet
5:00 – 6:00pm Tour of the BMAC Floor
6:00 - 9:00pm Top Retailers Awards Reception and Ceremony


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