Arts in the Park — Local services in Richmond

I am an artist with 50 years of drawing and painting experience. I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from a prominent university, have been in many many outdoor art shows and had 5 solo shows in my hometown of Norfolk. I moved here to Richmond three years ago in retirement and still draw everyday. I entered this respected show and followed all of the rules; application filled out early, artwork submitted and accepted, purchased a tent and had 80 of my best pieces framed and hung. When I arrived I found I was dumped and demoted to a distant spot notable principally for its proximity to the portable johns. If you have not showed here before you are chattel to be off-loaded in the rear of the park with the Essential Oil and earring purveyors. I was the equivalent of a block away from the other painters who actually made art and not coffee mugs. I would caution any artist who is considering this show to avoid it at all costs. It might be a ‘legacy’ event, but you’ll be punted to the nether regions with their attendant poor foot traffic. A...

What a fun event! This last year was my first time there. It was a ton of fun. The vendors for food and arts were great! We were able to find so many unique pieces of art, decor, and jewelry that we otherwise would have never found. It was like seeing pages and pages of Etsy listing in real life. It was a ball. I would highly recommend it to anyone in the region, especially those who are moving or...

I would like to know the name of food vendor in back area selling Italian sausage and hot dogs and other items. I purchased 1 Italian sausage and water and was charged $19.75 on my credit card. They did not offer a receipt and stated the price was much lower. If anyone knows the vendor , please post...