by jamesp | Feb 20, 2010 | Archive, Life on the Road, Resources
If you ever happen to find yourself in Las Cruces New Mexico, you owe it to yourself to stop and visit Bowlins Book Center in Mesilla. Mesilla is one of the most-visited historic districts in the Southwest, and for good reason. A lovely square with a beautiful church... by jamesp | Dec 23, 2009 | Archive, Life on the Road, Photography, Resources
As photographers, there are certain tools that we all take for granted. A camera is necessary, but not necessarily a lens, for most photographs. Something to hold the camera: hands, or a tripod, perhaps. Some way to present the images captured, whether on paper or the... by jamesp | Dec 5, 2009 | Archive, Life on the Road, Resources, Shows
It’s been a while since I posted about the mechanics of doing shows, and there are several good posts on the blog that cover certain aspects. With the economy the way that it is, many people I meet ask me, “How do I get started doing art fairs?” Many... by jamesp | Jun 19, 2009 | Archive, Life on the Road, Resources
Artists ask me all the time, “Where can I get good mats cut?” or “What’s a good resource for framing materials?” Rather than expound on the merits of making your own (I’ll save that for another post), I’ll just list a few... 
by jamesp | May 30, 2009 | Archive, Ethics, Marketing, Photography, Resources
Your business page is up on Facebook, and it looks fantastic. Now you need to tell people about it. First off, you can invite your Facebook friends to become a fan. Send them a link to the page and ask them to refer you to anybody else who might love your work. Add... by jamesp | May 6, 2009 | Archive, ArtShow Beta, Resources
Found this online today — a much more efficient weight system than the traditional cement filled PVC tubes. While I use steel bar weights, these have a smaller footprint and may be easier to transport in a smaller vehicle. Check out their website at... 