I've always loved the idea of a pop up shop! Its such a great way to sell handmade goods, without the commitment of a long term lease. I ran one just over a year ago. I'd asked a few friends if they wanted to exhibit some work as it was a large space and I didn't think I could fill it on my own.
I wouldn't say that it was a total success, but I know where I went wrong and what changes I'll make for next time.
So recently I heard about a community project called 'Somewhere to _' which helps 16-25 years olds get a creative space for whatever their medium is (I've put the contact info below). I contacted them about a pop up shop they were offering people, and a few weeks later I had to pitch my idea to them and the shop owners. Needless to say I was bricking it! But fortunately I was offered to share a pop up shop with Monster Pie Inclusive Arts, a scope associated art group.
We have the shop called 'It is what it is' for a week starting the 9th Nov. Each day we're planning a free workshop as well as being open to customers.
Here are some things I've made to sell...
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| Handmade necklace using one of my photographs |
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As well as my photography I'll be selling my jewellery too. All the items sold in the shop will be handmade and include works from the below artists - Lisa Buttery - Illustration - Anna Dunne - Handmade bags and purses -Artists from Monster Pie Inclusive Arts |
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| On friday the 13th of Nov I'll be running a photo up photobooth with polaroid pics! Here I am testing out the props I made! So if you're around Brighton between the 9th -15th of Nov pop by @ 'It is what it is' 102 Gloucester Rd, brighton lanes. we'll be open 10am-6pm Tuesday-saturday and 11am-5pm Sunday For more information please see our facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/460609517456693/ Somewhere to_ info: https://somewhereto.com |
