This Sunday I set up a stall at the Girl Gang Leeds Winter Art Market with Anna Thompson from Illustration. I was selling my prints, earrings, badges, and zines. I enjoyed sharing a stall with Anna as I meant I had someone to talk to during the day, and our contrasting styles made us stand out.
This was a great opportunity to get wider exposure as an artist in the Leeds area, as it was incredibly well-attended, and I made quite a lot of sales. Compared to the first art market I took part in in September, which was a lovely introduction into the world of running a table at an art market, this one was much more frantic and busy. It's validating knowing that people like your work enough to spend their money on it, especially in an art market with over 50 other sellers.
It was a great atmosphere, and it felt good to be selling alongside other creators I admire. There was a huge range of work and backgrounds, and I had some lovely conversations with other creators and attendees. I've spoken to a couple since the event and have arranged some commission work.
Ultimately I want to continue selling at stalls such as this, and continue to grow my presence online as an illustrator and accessory-maker, especially on Etsy and Instagram. I'm currently saving for an iPad Pro, which will hopefully help me create more art on-the-go.
I want to branch out into making enamel pins, but I it's going to be quite expensive, so I am considering making a kickstarter/gofundme to help fund part of the cost.
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