Riverside Arts Market.

Started by stephendare, April 06, 2009, 04:58:52 PM

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TPC

#15
April 07, 2009, 09:27:20 AM
I personally didn't buy anything at the RAM but I saw most of the purchases going towards food. I was hoping to pick up some art but didn't find any that suited my taste.

I'm sure a lot of the food vendors made out quite well, I'm wondering in any of the artists did?

blizz01

#16
April 07, 2009, 10:44:25 AM
QuoteI got 2 British meat pies(had them for dinner last night, delish)

I spoke with the guys at that particular booth - they indicated that they were up from Orlando.  I wonder if they'll be a permanent fixture.  I'm also curious about things like the "escape artist" - while the novelty of his act was pretty cool to watch (twice), it could become stale fairly quick - hopefully that (premium) space will get some mix.

Johnny

#17
April 07, 2009, 12:39:07 PM
I can believe the 40k estimate. I was there from about 10:30-12 and during that time it got slam packed. Pushing a stroller became an adventure no matter where we were. Eventually, we had to call it a day and move to the sidewalk at the edge of it to get back to our vehicle.

As for the escape artist... I ended up being in the first show. Pretty decent guy, but I agree, if he stays he may need some more acts.

BridgeTroll

#18
April 07, 2009, 12:41:27 PM
 :D Were you one of the guys wrapping him up in chains?
In a boat at sea one of the men began to bore a hole in the bottom of the boat. On being remonstrating with, he answered, "I am only boring under my own seat." "Yes," said his companions, "but when the sea rushes in we shall all be drowned with you."

GRITS

#19
April 07, 2009, 12:56:51 PM
I was out of town this weekend and missed RAM.  How was the parking?  Or should I ask, where was the parking?  As mentioned by a previous post, I too hope to see local produce and products.  This has the potential to be something great for our city.  I just hope it doesn't turn into a crappy craft show where every other booth is a corndog popcorn stand.

grimss

#20
April 10, 2009, 09:57:53 AM
I bought five of the British pies--really yummy--some taro, a pair of earrings, three hand-embellished cloths, whatever veggies I could lay my hands on (they went quick), some interesting soaps, the Jacksonville A to Z book, and a cupcake.  Yes, the vendors want me back :) I think the risk of skewing the market too much toward "real" art is just that the price points necessarily will be higher, which risks reducing market support ("I can't afford anything there, so why should I go?").  The RAMROD folks will definitely have to work to keep a good mix. I might buy art, but I don't have any wall space left . . .

As for the entertainment, I believe the plan is to mix up the street entertainers every week.  I think the RAM website has a list for which artists/jugglers/etc. are going to be there this weekend. As for the food, there will be a few more vendors there this Saturday, which should improve the lines. I agree that pizza is predictable, but that's what a lot of people want (ditto the kettlecorn); however, there's also Floribbean cuisine, a vegetarian spot, ribs, and other goodies on hand.

urbanlibertarian

#21
April 10, 2009, 08:47:25 PM
Here's tomorrow's lineup:


Sed quis custodiet ipsos cutodes (Who watches the watchmen?)

mtraininjax

#22
April 11, 2009, 12:33:41 AM
QuoteYou're welcome to go take it up with Fox...
#5 out of 5 news casts, I am sure they are leading with this as "news"....

:D
And, that $115 will save Jacksonville from financial ruin. - Mayor John Peyton

"This is a game-changer. This is what I mean when I say taking Jacksonville to the next level."
-Mayor Alvin Brown on new video boards at Everbank Field

blizz01

#23
April 11, 2009, 01:37:01 AM
QuoteYou're welcome to go take it up with Fox...
Quote#5 out of 5 news casts, I am sure they are leading with this as "news"....

If not news, then what else would you consider it? - it was arguably one of the most hyped & anticipated events/venues in recent memory (for J'ville).  BTW, what IS your position on Fox, considering that you stated this in another thread -

QuoteNothing was reported on Fox News, the only news worth watching

mtraininjax

#24
April 11, 2009, 01:43:32 AM
Quoteit was arguably one of the most hyped & anticipated events/venues in recent memory (for J'ville)

This has received more hype out here and in parts downtown than anywhere else. Its not really news-worthy, but it is a nice fluff piece.
And, that $115 will save Jacksonville from financial ruin. - Mayor John Peyton

"This is a game-changer. This is what I mean when I say taking Jacksonville to the next level."
-Mayor Alvin Brown on new video boards at Everbank Field

blizz01

#25
April 11, 2009, 01:46:01 AM
I trust you didn't attend(?)

mtraininjax

#26
April 11, 2009, 02:01:31 AM
No, I was one of the less than 40,000 people in attendance.....lol
And, that $115 will save Jacksonville from financial ruin. - Mayor John Peyton

"This is a game-changer. This is what I mean when I say taking Jacksonville to the next level."
-Mayor Alvin Brown on new video boards at Everbank Field

BridgeTroll

#27
April 11, 2009, 11:13:46 AM
Im guessing no one missed you... :)
In a boat at sea one of the men began to bore a hole in the bottom of the boat. On being remonstrating with, he answered, "I am only boring under my own seat." "Yes," said his companions, "but when the sea rushes in we shall all be drowned with you."

ChriswUfGator

#28
April 11, 2009, 11:59:07 AM
Quote from: mtraininjax on April 11, 2009, 12:33:41 AM
QuoteYou're welcome to go take it up with Fox...
#5 out of 5 news casts, I am sure they are leading with this as "news"....

:D

LOL, yeah they did run it as the lead story, you hit that nail on the head...

The only reason I even watched Fox was because they were running the story on the Art Market, normally I wouldn't watch that channel.

blizz01

#29
April 11, 2009, 02:26:08 PM
Well, who went today?  How's the crowd?  How were selections / entertainment?
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