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Meeting Information

Please join us at our next meeting! You do not need to be a member to visit! Unless otherwise stated in the meeting details, all meetings are held at:
 The Clay Lady Campus - Studio B located at 1416 Lebanon Pike # C, Nashville, TN 37210
See you there!

February 21, 2019: Artwork Show and Tell with a Discussion about Social Media
Bring your favorite work in progress or finished piece of art to share at our next chapter meeting!  After our show and tell, Rachel Calar (TN Craft-Midstate Communications Committee board member) will lead a discussion on social media as a tool for your art practice. She will also present a few successful social media campaigns as examples.  Interested members can volunteer to have their artwork photographed for our new “Members Spotlight” campaign on our TN Craft-Midstate social media accounts. Refreshments will be served. 

September 20, 2018: An Introduction to Craft Fairs
  • Teresa Hays (Textiles) - http://www.teresahaystextilestudio.com/teresahaystextilestudio/Welcome.html
  • Susan Thornton (Jewelry) - https://www.thorntonmetals.com/
  • Tim Weber (Pottery) - https://www.facebook.com/timothy.weber.92
Learn the ins and outs of craft fairs by some artists who have been there / done that!

October 18, 2018: How to Document Your Work
  • John Lucas - A retired professional photographer with many years of experience shooting the work of TN Craft members, in addition to working with TN Tech. University
We'll talk about what makes a good image, common problems with images, some tips for shooting your work at home, and what to look for when hiring a professional.

November 15, 2018: ​The Application Process - with a panel of jurors and show organizers:
  • Craig Nutt - Wood worker who has served as a TN Craft Fair juror many times - www.craignutt.com
    info@craignutt.com
  • Kim Waag - Representing the TN Craft Fair, Kim has been the Membership Manager for Tennessee Craft for the past two years. She will soon transition to the role of Program Director, replacing Hannah Cofer.
  • Teri Alea - Executive Directory, Tennessee Craft. Teri will represent the TN Craft Fair.
In this meeting we will discuss how to research craft fairs, how to choose which shows might be a good fit for your current experience level, and how to apply.  We'll discuss cost, and the types of questions you'll have to answer about your work.  We'll also talk about common application problems and look at examples of some successful applications.

January 17th, 2018: So you got in!  Now what? - with a panel of experienced artists and show organizers:
  • Panelists TBD
We'll be discussing topics like booth displays, types of tents, how to take payment, bookkeeping, and what to pack!
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  • Home
  • Scholarships
    • Adriane Wilkinson Scholarship
    • TN Craft Week Sponsorships
    • State Level Scholarships
    • Master Artist / Apprentice Program
  • Meetings
  • Opportunities
    • The Art of Craft
    • Brentwood Library
    • Celebrating American Craft
    • Emerging Makers Tent
    • Tennessee Craft Fair
    • Handmade Here
    • Festival Tent for Loan
  • Chapter Videos
  • Contact
  • Join Us!
  • About
    • Chapter Bylaws