What are different ways to collect email addresses at art shows besides using an actual fishbowl?

There are several effective methods: First, the traditional fishbowl where people drop in business cards. Second, use a simple clipboard with paper listing columns for first name and email address—sometimes simpler is better, and you can use this alongside the fishbowl for people without business cards. Third, use a tablet or device on a stand where people can enter their email directly into your system if you have WiFi or cellular connection. Test different methods to see what works best for your situation, the size of the show, and foot traffic. You can even use multiple methods simultaneously.

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Asked by an artist setting up at art fairs · Answered by Patrick Shanahan · art-marketing-podcast · 2017-03-27