What The Artists Are Saying...

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The community feeling between the vendors and customers, I also really liked the audience it attracted because everyone was very positive and nice!

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Talking to people genuinely interested in art.

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The organization, the interactive mural was amazing! Vendor selection was great.

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Meeting the people and seeing what a cool downtown area Elgin has!

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Being a part of an artistic environment 😌

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The community and event theme. I liked the community mural idea.

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Location and vibes. Attendees were engaged and supportive. Even if they didn’t purchase, everyone was lovely to chat with.

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I enjoyed the atmosphere and variety of artists!

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Just participating. It was my first time and I had a good experience

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Tents and tables provided

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The vibes from staff and other vendors. Great location. Tents table and chairs provided. Pizza(:

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Location was beautiful.

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People interaction

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I love engaging with viewers and patrons, and there were a lot of people to talk with. We always want a bigger crowd but that can't be controlled, but the folks that were there were very interested in all the event had to offer.

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The atmosphere was really nice

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Being by the river, being a part of an eclectic event. Tanner, Erin and staff were really kind and welcoming!!

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Watching the mural come to life and chatting with 22 Crew & other vendors. I was happy to be able to encourage some first-time vendors and see what everyone is up to. I also appreciate the cooperative planning with local restaurants - having good vibes with local neighbors is great.

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Getting to speak to people about my process and work. The attendees were mixed. Some were just out for a stroll and many did stop and talk with me about my process. It went beyond the “beautiful” I hear at other events I do. It was great to get beyond that first impression people get of my art and to explain process, materials and choices made as it’s created.

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good variety of vendors

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Having people appreciate my art, just hearing the appreciation helped out alot <3

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Meeting the other artists!

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