Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Skills Showcasing at Fairs and Festivals

By Geoffrey Higgins

Every individual person in the world has a talent; it may be a fondness for working with food in the kitchen, or an innate ability to design decorative items. But, a lot of people have their skills dulled by the everyday monotony of life. Responsibility becomes an obstacle for these talents, which diminish over time.

Do not allow this to happen to you. One's talent is very special and unique. Even between two painters, one artist's work is very different from the other; it's a fact that can't be discounted. Go out, and think back to when you were a child. What did you enjoy most doing back then? You shouldn't neglect it, just because you needed to "grow up and be an adult".

Sharpen your skills. Try to find time to practice it everyday even if it's just a few minutes, and you'll get better at it. Most importantly, never be ashamed of what you like doing. A talent is special; share it with your friends and family.

When you're good and ready, maybe it's time to think about showcasing your skills at a craft show. It's a simple task, really; just find one that is scheduled to happen nearby via the Internet. Contact the event organizers and see if you can register a booth. It's a good way to show the world what you can do, whilst earning a bit from it, too.

Things will start out slow, as most secondary businesses do; but earning is not the first priority. Look for the joy that you can obtain by seeing people appreciate that which makes you more than just another face in the crowd.

So what are you waiting for? Get rid of the monotony that threatens to overwhelm our race! Let your voice be heard, and go register to a craft fair near you. Be proud of your talent, don't let it go to waste!

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