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
http://www.artsbusinessinstitute.org

Sponsored by the Arts Business Institute and the Buyers Market of American Craft, the Visiting Artist 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.

2009 VISITING ARTISTS SCHEDULE:

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

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

For further information or to register for the Visiting Artist Program, contact:

877-ABI-5771
info@artsbusinessinstitute.org
www.artsbusinessinstitute.org

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