Chris Perkins

Christopher Perkins
Cypress Fairbanks
Painter, joined in 2013

“If  ‘life is a trip,’ then make the trip count for something!”

 

 

 

 

 

As a first time artist showing at outdoor events, what has First Saturday Arts Market done for you?

I feel I have been enhanced by my experience at First Saturday Arts Market.  I think just being in an artistic atmosphere generates so much creative energy that one can’t help but to exemplify it.

Is there anything significant that happened to you as a result of participating at the market?

Yes, I met some awesome people including those in the art community and art lovers.  I also sold nearly all of my paintings!  I’ve been painting in between my daughters nap-time preparing for 2014 and I’m looking at next year with so much optimism and excitement.

I remember when …

My first experience that I will never forget….as I was assembling my tent, my tent bag acquired some legs and “walked off”.  Come to find out a fellow patron mistakingly thought it was his.  Another moment…I was so nervous and excited for the 2013 White Linen Night that I forgot my tent all together!  Luckily Mitch came to my rescue.  All my items are labeled and I will pack everything up the day before from now on.

What would you say to aspiring artists sitting on the fence?

 

 

 

I would say to give it a shot if you are giving the opportunity.  I think your attitude goes a long way with sales.  I had a couple visit my tent 3 times before they purchased a painting.  Everytime they came I smiled, talked to them and interacted with them…be positive, but not too invasive, it goes a long way.

What have you been doing since your last show at First Saturday Arts Market?
I’ve been doing commissioned work since the White Linen Night, it’s been great!

 

 

 

 

More about Chris on our website: https://www.firstsaturdayartsmarket.com/Yalest/ChrisPerkins