Where do you sell your ceramic work. - Electric Mid&Hi Fired Ceramics2024-03-28T21:58:44Zhttps://cone6pots.ning.com/forum/topics/where-do-you-sell-your-ceramic?commentId=2103784%3AComment%3A73704&x=1&feed=yes&xn_auth=noIt is also harder for those w…tag:cone6pots.ning.com,2013-01-25:2103784:Comment:737042013-01-25T21:36:10.775ZRoberta Collinshttps://cone6pots.ning.com/profile/RobertaCollins
<p>It is also harder for those who do not use PayPal for payments. If something goes wrong and you do not get what you paid for or they are dishonest is other ways, PayPal will help you get your money back. It has happened four times to me, I have been using PayPal to purchase things for about 10 years or more and thye helped me get my money back. It took time but one of the purchases was costly and was Christmas gifts for five of my grandkids. So, if you are not using PayPal I suggest…</p>
<p>It is also harder for those who do not use PayPal for payments. If something goes wrong and you do not get what you paid for or they are dishonest is other ways, PayPal will help you get your money back. It has happened four times to me, I have been using PayPal to purchase things for about 10 years or more and thye helped me get my money back. It took time but one of the purchases was costly and was Christmas gifts for five of my grandkids. So, if you are not using PayPal I suggest looking into that. I hope you are having more success at it now. If you are one who travels, we have a thing here is Ohio every year....over Labor Day Weekend they have the Coondog Trials. It is a really big thing, they used to be in Kenton but then the town there screwed things up with them and now they are being held in Lima Ohio every year. That is good for sellers, in Kenton there was always at least a two year waiting list, now, in Lima, Max has a lot more room and he is just starting to send out mailings to new people interested in selling there. The office number is: 419-225-8545. If you want more info send me a message requesting it. My email is <a href="mailto:birdzword@aol.com">birdzword@aol.com</a>. It is worth your time to try this place at least once. You have to be able to set up on Weds and Thurs that week, and Max said you will even sell things while setting up, but over the weekend you will sell things. Don't just bring the expensive things, do bring some, but bring some of the cheaper things too, something you think just turned out ugly, bring it. The small things you sell will pay for your table, which is $55. The big dates this year is Aug 30, 31 and Sept 1.</p> Hey George,
It really helps t…tag:cone6pots.ning.com,2012-07-11:2103784:Comment:665822012-07-11T21:26:15.471ZJacqueline Allardhttps://cone6pots.ning.com/profile/JacquelineAllard
<p>Hey George,</p>
<p>It really helps to have at least of few pages of items. Once I had a few pages of items I started to make sales. I do both made to order and ready to ship listings. It takes awhile to learn how to tag for seo, etsy searches etc. Here is a team that focuses on SEO. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/teams/11352/relevancy-and-seo-for-all-etsy-shops" target="_blank">http://www.etsy.com/teams/11352/relevancy-and-seo-for-all-etsy-shops</a>.</p>
<p>Hey George,</p>
<p>It really helps to have at least of few pages of items. Once I had a few pages of items I started to make sales. I do both made to order and ready to ship listings. It takes awhile to learn how to tag for seo, etsy searches etc. Here is a team that focuses on SEO. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/teams/11352/relevancy-and-seo-for-all-etsy-shops" target="_blank">http://www.etsy.com/teams/11352/relevancy-and-seo-for-all-etsy-shops</a>.</p> I had been using the Shutterf…tag:cone6pots.ning.com,2012-07-09:2103784:Comment:664502012-07-09T14:27:46.764ZMarla Strouphttps://cone6pots.ning.com/profile/MarlaBroom985
<p>I had been using the Shutterfly site for family photos. Then they came up with a "share" site. I've set up my on line gallery there and have complete control over it. It is free. I print the link to it on my business cards so when people ask if they can see things on line I have that to point to. I do not sell there, it is just a gallery. Another plus is that I can have photos of things I've sold or given away just to show a range of work. Here's the…</p>
<p>I had been using the Shutterfly site for family photos. Then they came up with a "share" site. I've set up my on line gallery there and have complete control over it. It is free. I print the link to it on my business cards so when people ask if they can see things on line I have that to point to. I do not sell there, it is just a gallery. Another plus is that I can have photos of things I've sold or given away just to show a range of work. Here's the link:</p>
<p>goodearthclaydesigns.shutterfly.com</p>
<p>I've been doing street shows at the gallery night locally in Pensacola. I feel as if I am just getting going.</p> How is the goodsmith thing wo…tag:cone6pots.ning.com,2012-07-08:2103784:Comment:661312012-07-08T19:10:32.796ZGeorge Lewterhttps://cone6pots.ning.com/profile/GeorgeLewter
<p>How is the goodsmith thing working for you? I would also like to direct your attention to the discussion we have about starting our own <a href="http://cone6pots.ning.com/forum/topics/should-we-start-our-own-ceramic-art-and-craft-online-market-place" target="_self"><u>ceramics-only, multi-vendor online mall</u></a>.</p>
<p>How is the goodsmith thing working for you? I would also like to direct your attention to the discussion we have about starting our own <a href="http://cone6pots.ning.com/forum/topics/should-we-start-our-own-ceramic-art-and-craft-online-market-place" target="_self"><u>ceramics-only, multi-vendor online mall</u></a>.</p> I love this subject. I’ve bee…tag:cone6pots.ning.com,2012-07-08:2103784:Comment:663892012-07-08T17:17:26.510ZDave Silwoneshttps://cone6pots.ning.com/profile/DaveSilwones
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">I love this subject. I’ve been selling art for the past three years in a small demographic area, first as a solo studio, then as a gallery owner. During this time I’ve been involved in many clubs, groups, and organizations, all dedicated to figuring out how to sell art. I know three years isn’t long, but with over forty artists at any given time sharing their experiences statistically important trends start to emerge.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Here…</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">I love this subject. I’ve been selling art for the past three years in a small demographic area, first as a solo studio, then as a gallery owner. During this time I’ve been involved in many clubs, groups, and organizations, all dedicated to figuring out how to sell art. I know three years isn’t long, but with over forty artists at any given time sharing their experiences statistically important trends start to emerge.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Here on the Oregon coast we have all the challenges that artists everywhere face, and then some. The small population yet rich artist concentration gives up stories of success and failures on a daily bases.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">If you wish I’ll share many of the things that have emerged from our countless discussions about what has worked, what hasn’t, and some general observations that may strike a cord with you as an artist trying to make money (with your art) in your part of the world.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Selling has always been a challenge, but the last few years has been nothing less then brutal, both for the galleries cramming more and more work into a fixed space and for the artists who give up ridiculous commissions to those galleries.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">I must go open my studio now, but later today I’ll post again to share something you may find useful.</span></p> Good morning all,
This is su…tag:cone6pots.ning.com,2012-04-18:2103784:Comment:611512012-04-18T14:55:11.802ZAlison Supplehttps://cone6pots.ning.com/profile/AlisonSupple
<p>Good morning all,</p>
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<p>This is such a good question that I had to pipe in. ( not sure if i am replying in the correct place) I just put my work on GoodSmiths. ( <a href="https://www.goodsmiths.com/supple-claywoks">https://www.goodsmiths.com/supple-claywoks</a>) It has only been up for a week or so but I heard on a blog that they were revamping the site and I had all my pictures already taken. It was quite smooth to post them and the fee is small. To tell you the truth, I don't…</p>
<p>Good morning all,</p>
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<p>This is such a good question that I had to pipe in. ( not sure if i am replying in the correct place) I just put my work on GoodSmiths. ( <a href="https://www.goodsmiths.com/supple-claywoks">https://www.goodsmiths.com/supple-claywoks</a>) It has only been up for a week or so but I heard on a blog that they were revamping the site and I had all my pictures already taken. It was quite smooth to post them and the fee is small. To tell you the truth, I don't expect much but I wanted some kind of on-line presence. I have been asked over and over at craft/art shows..."where else can I buy your work". At least now I can say...I am at Goodsmiths! Right now there are only 4 or 5 potters there. I was a full time potter for many years and I have just gotten back to clay again. So, this time around I didn't want a web site. I know...I know.....how crazy is that in this day and age. So an on-line presence somewhere was important to me. Maybe I should also try Etsy. I believe I have just one pot on there. I wish you all great luck with sales. I want us all to sell!!</p>
<p></p> I have tried a few things ove…tag:cone6pots.ning.com,2012-04-17:2103784:Comment:609452012-04-17T22:08:12.004ZJan Wallacehttps://cone6pots.ning.com/profile/JanWallace
<p>I have tried a few things over the years. Craft Markets can be great BUT you NEED to find one that is in an area where the people that live in that local area that frequent the market would have 1) the cash to afford buying art and craft items 2) The people are the type to buy, display and appreciate such things that are sculptural pieces (which is what i do). I am in the process of looking for another gallery to sell my work. I have one reputable gallery already and they asked me to be a…</p>
<p>I have tried a few things over the years. Craft Markets can be great BUT you NEED to find one that is in an area where the people that live in that local area that frequent the market would have 1) the cash to afford buying art and craft items 2) The people are the type to buy, display and appreciate such things that are sculptural pieces (which is what i do). I am in the process of looking for another gallery to sell my work. I have one reputable gallery already and they asked me to be a feature artist in a recent exhibition which was great, but at least two or three would be great. I have emailed another with my personal profile and a few pics of my work and they have said that my email was passed on to the gallery co-ordinator. I have also a facebook page set up for my pottery and occasionally I post pics and a status relating what I am making, selling etc. I have had requests to purchase pots this way and have a link to my blogsite. All these little things help.</p> This is an excellent question…tag:cone6pots.ning.com,2012-04-17:2103784:Comment:608272012-04-17T15:00:14.242ZMarla Strouphttps://cone6pots.ning.com/profile/MarlaBroom985
<p>This is an excellent question and a problem for potters. I have done 3 'street shows' and am looking at tents required by most outdoor art shows. It is a lot of work to pack and display ceramics.</p>
<p>I tried etsy without any sales. I didn't like having to figure the shipping when I didn't know where the piece might be going. I too found the site to be overwhelming and cluttered. I'd like to have something that would be targeted at my local area, Pensacola and the Gulf Coast.</p>
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<p>This is an excellent question and a problem for potters. I have done 3 'street shows' and am looking at tents required by most outdoor art shows. It is a lot of work to pack and display ceramics.</p>
<p>I tried etsy without any sales. I didn't like having to figure the shipping when I didn't know where the piece might be going. I too found the site to be overwhelming and cluttered. I'd like to have something that would be targeted at my local area, Pensacola and the Gulf Coast.</p>
<p>Are street shows and art festivals the best way to get your stuff 'out there'?</p> George wrote: "Most potters I…tag:cone6pots.ning.com,2012-01-20:2103784:Comment:531592012-01-20T21:09:04.640Z0dac1hbd3vdffhttps://cone6pots.ning.com/xn/detail/u_0dac1hbd3vdff
<p><em>George wrote: "Most potters I meet, scoff at the idea of trying to sell ceramics online, saying that the customer has to have a tactile connection with the piece to close the sale.</em>"</p>
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<p>I suspect that many of their in-person customers are comfortable purchasing from their favorite potter online.</p>
<p><em>George wrote: "Most potters I meet, scoff at the idea of trying to sell ceramics online, saying that the customer has to have a tactile connection with the piece to close the sale.</em>"</p>
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<p>I suspect that many of their in-person customers are comfortable purchasing from their favorite potter online.</p> I like etsy and have sold a…tag:cone6pots.ning.com,2012-01-05:2103784:Comment:519072012-01-05T10:10:20.999Z1ritda7ul2sfrhttps://cone6pots.ning.com/xn/detail/u_1ritda7ul2sfr
<p> I like etsy and have sold a few pieces on there without even really trying. Hoping to build up an inventory and get more involved, I see a lot of people selling their pottery on there.</p>
<p> I like etsy and have sold a few pieces on there without even really trying. Hoping to build up an inventory and get more involved, I see a lot of people selling their pottery on there.</p>