This year I was invited to join Raw Artists, a network of independent artists from across the globe. They were holding an event in Seattle called “Magnify,” a curated exhibit highlighting visual artists and live dancers/musicians. Sign-up and pre-show organization was smooth, so I was keen to give this show a shot despite its steep entry price.
Post show write-up: When I arrived, I discovered that the venue was a tiny bar/club blaring incredibly loud stage music throughout the program. The live musicians and dancers were clearly the main draw, and many of the artists (who had overpaid for their tables) tried to complain that the noise level was not conducive to chatting up customers or making sales. It became clear that the visual artists were placed there as an afterthought, for set dressing. I personally found this to be unacceptable for an event that charged hundreds of dollars per table, on par with exhibitor’s booths at ECCC… which has a massive targeted audience and is hugely profitable. I definitely won’t be coming back.
Lost-Boy was my ride and helper, and he valiantly helped me make the best of a dud show. Fortunately all my other shows this year have been solid, so I recovered quickly!
Brought out my new canvas art, hot from the printer :)