While it certainly is a relief to know that I "met the minimum manditory requirements" and that I was not rejected on the basis of my "abilities, motivation or capacity as a businessperson", I remain perplexed as to the reason that I was, in fact, still rejected. I also don't understand how they plan to make money if they are rejecting people who want to pay for the privilege of selling products on their site.Dear Artsi Bitsi,
Thank you so much for taking the time to submit your shop for approval. Our selection team really enjoyed reviewing your shop. Even though you meet the minimum mandatory qualifications, we have unfortunately decided to decline your application.
It is never easy for us to turn down an artisan merchant. We know how hard you work at your craft and we appreciate the time you invested in preparing your shop for approval. While we personally review every shop, we cannot offer individualized feedback. In general, we look for a mix of products and an overall aesthetic that complements our brand and reflects the subjective vision for our site.
We do hope you understand that our decision is in no way a reflection of your abilities, motivation, or capacity as a businessperson or artist. We wish you every personal and professional success in the future.
Sincerely,
Lisa
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Rejection by 1000Markets
I recieved this email today:
I'm not upset. I'm just curious. If anyone has any insights, please let me know.
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I'd be curious too. Why can't they give you more info? It's like leaving you in the dark and not giving the opportunity to improve since you don't know why they declined you....I like feed back myself. Sorry that you didn't get in.
It always sucks to get no specific feedback regarding a decline from an application to an art or craft show. However, after 26 years applying to juried shows, galleries, museums, and the like, it truly is subjective.
I have been declined for shows where I have to pay a $2000 fee to just have a booth. The following year I applied with the same work and was "invited" to join. And best of all, it was $25 just to apply - non refundable of course.
On the flip side, a few years ago, I helped a friend start a gallery in my hometown. She had a very specific idea what she wanted. Artists, artisans, crafters dropped in hoping to sell their wares in her store - and it was incredibly difficult to write specifics of why the pieces were rejected. In fact, the board had to STOP giving specific feedback because we found the artists were going back to the studio and changing their work/style to fit the venue which is never right. As artists we should create from our passion, not someone elses' subjective opinion.
I'm sorry to hear you won't be there but DO wish you the best of luck in the future!
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