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  • I will be a vendor at Mistletoe on 12/17 - LAST MARKET

    by Clara de la Fuente
    If you're still looking for gifts and want something special, I got you. Shop art and hand made local products at the LAST Mistletoe Market!
    Venue CU  - Downtown Champaign, IL
    51 E Main St, Champaign, IL 61820
    12/17 SUNDAY  11-5pm
     
    I will have NEW originals, NEW prints, NEW sizes! Drop by to say hello!!
    Posted in Art shows, Collector tips, Free, New, Watercolor

  • A different gift? Come to the Mistletoe markets!

    by Clara de la Fuente
    Hi friend,
    If you´re looking for a different present, I got you. Shop art and hand made  local products at the upgraded Mistletoe Market!
    This year, it will be over 70 vendors (double from last year!!) and will run for two days!!
    Lincoln Square Mall in Downtown Urbana, IL
    12/01 Friday   4-8p
    12/02 Saturday  9-5p
    Posted in Art shows, Collector tips, Free, New, Watercolor

  • Black Friday at Riggs Xmas Market !!

    by Clara de la Fuente
    I am kicking up the holiday season with a 3 day market at Riggs on Nov 24 (Black Friday), 25 (Small biz Saturday), 26 (Sunday)!!
    We had a blast last year, with ton of vendors, amazing Riggs' beer, an alternative selection of drinks (hot cocoa, mulled wine (like a wine hot toddy), and food!!
    I will have NEW ORIGINALS - one of a kind, no prints!!, NEW prints, NEW sizes and the all time favorites!! AND SPECIAL DEALS ALL WEEKEND!!!
    11/26 BLACK FRIDAY: 4-8pm
    11/27 SMALL BIZ SATURDAY: noon-7pm
    11/28 SUNDAY: noon-7pm
    Come to enjoy an authentic German market and go ahead with the holiday shopping with special deals!
    Posted in Art shows, Collector tips, Free, New, Watercolor

  • Cracking the Code: Mastering the Basics of Art Pricing

    by Clara de la Fuente
    Art pricing is not a straightforward formula (sorry!) and without proper knowledge is difficult to know if you’re getting a good deal. Here a list of tips so you can make an informed decision.
    Posted in Art shows, Collector tips, Free, Ideas, New

  • Explore Your Artistic Horizon: A Guide to different types of artworks

    by Clara de la Fuente

    Hi friend,

    When buying art, prints and original paintings are the more common options, but not the only ones!

    I wanted to share the differences between each kind, and the pros/cons in a simple way, so you can make an educated decision when considering your next purchase.

    We will discuss pros and cons on original paintings, open and limited edition prints and proofs!

    Posted in Art shows, Collector tips, Free, New

  • 3 Simple tips to start your art collection

    by Clara de la Fuente
    I know... Starting collecting art could be a bit overwhelming.You want to cover your walls with unique pieces that complete your space, that speak ...
    Posted in Collector tips, Ideas, New