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Course Description

This course empowers emerging artists and designers with an understanding of the risks and the business skills they require to successfully sell their work directly at art and craft fairs, as well as alternative spaces and pop-up venues. Students will learn about opportunities beyond the gallery system, and about connecting with alternative art communities and art markets. Topics include selecting the right art show/craft fair, submissions, budgeting, setting up a booth, pricing, branding, and marketing. The course looks at local outdoor shows and also explores local indoor venues. Students will also learn about making their own shows, participating in group shows, or becoming part of a collective.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon the successful completion of this course, students will have gained:

  • An understanding of the risks and opportunities of participating in art and craft fairs
  • An understanding of the risks and opportunities of participating in alternative exhibitions and pop-up venues
  • An understanding of the submission and planning process
  • Skills to present work effectively and create a successful booth
  • Skills to navigate many of the logistics involved in art shows and craft fairs, including marketing work and generating revenue

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Art and Craft Fair Success: How to Sell Your Creative Work
Type
Online
Dates
Feb 12, 2026 to Mar 25, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
18.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee non-credit $575.00
Additional Fee(s)
Adobe CC $275.94 Optional
Instructors
Required Software/Supplies
Regular access to a computer with a high speed broadband internet connection is required.

Section Notes

Online courses are delivered in an asynchronous format through a series of tutorials and related assignments which students may complete at their own pace on our Learning Management System, Canvas. The instructor is available throughout the course time period for questions and discussions. Learn more about what to expect in a Continuing Studies online course at OCAD U.

Important: Online courses have firm start and end dates. Each assignment has its own deadline. Extensions are not granted.

As a Continuing Studies student, you will receive an OCAD U user account, which will grant you access to Canvas, and our on-campus WiFi network. Your Canvas account will be enabled one week prior to the start date of your course. Please log in at https://canvascloud.ocadu.ca. If you do not know your OCAD U User ID, please check your registration confirmation email. You can reset your password here: https://login.ocadu.ca/forgot. If you need further help, please contact us at continuingstudies@ocadu.ca

After enrolling in a course, please allow up to 5 hours for your student data to migrate to Canvas.

Please note that courses may fill up early or be cancelled due to low enrollment. Students are encouraged to register early, at least ten (10) days prior to the start date of the course.