[Jewelry making - Article 00898] - Re: [Orchid] Wholesaling one-offs

[andy cooperman]

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    As usual, there are good points to both sides of the consignment/
    nonconsignmet argument. One point that has not been
    addressed--perhaps I missed it--is that consignment can be a
    stratedgy that enables an emerging artist or craftsman to get their
    work out there and begin to get exposure and recognition. When people
    are starting out, it is not always about immediate sales. A career
    and recognizable style are something that often has to be built up.
    Consignment may be way to get your feet wet and can be phased out as
    sales increase and circumstances change. 

    When I began to make work, I saw consignment as an opportunity to
    gain exposure and begin to build a name for myself. This exposure, in
    my eyes, is quite different than that offered by auctions. Auctions
    offer exposure for a very short time and, I believe, their value is
    neglegable at best. 

    I have consigned for years and, for the most part, it has been a
    positive experience. It continues to be part of my economic picture.
    Many people consign some larger or riskier pieces along with items
    that are purchased outright. 

    I have found that there are no iron clad rules governing how we sell
    our work. Jim is right in that even outright purchase can be fraught
    with problems. I think that there is no substitute for doing your
    homework, asking around about galleries and sales venues and relying
    on good 'ole gut feelings. 

Just my opinion.
Andy Cooperman andycooperman.com

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