I am an advocate of minimalism when it comes to packing and preparing for your very first art market. Here's a list of essential items I bring to my art market. I find that when I bring less items, there are less to keep track of, and it calms me more than having all possible supplies. For example, I don't bring pens to a market because if I need to take notes, I'll just use my phone. Try not to bring too much to your market so you don't feel even more overwhelmed!
Setup:
- Tent
- Umbrella
- Table (with table stilts)
- Two chairs
- Display shelves & crates
Marketing:
- Business Cards
- Business Sign
- Credit Card Reader
- Phone charger and external battery
- Wrapping paper & bags
- Cash (if you decide to accept cash)
- Venmo/CashApp/Paypal QR code
Personal:
- Water bottle
- Snacks
- Sunscreen
- Tylenol
