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Post by Sir Black Fox on Jun 26, 2008 23:31:59 GMT -5
On Renaissance Festival . com, there's been some flack going around that Renaissance Magazine isn't what it used to be. . . . especially when one out of every six issues is designated for weddings. I'm getting that itchy artsy/publishing feeling again. Would a full color magazine with full features about different faires including prices, types of food and drink, and detailed info on where to stay in the area, what to expect, etc. . . be a good idea? What if it included a part just for serious reenactors. . . and a vendor's area. . .and a garb-making area. . . and a feature on some interesting faire artists that you might not know about? If it all came in a nice package every quarter for only about $6 an issue. . .would you be interested? www.fairemagazine.comYes, I'm seriously thinking about such a project. . . if there's enough support from both renfaire enthusiasts and advertisers.
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Post by Scotsman on Jun 27, 2008 5:23:51 GMT -5
As for Loma and I, yes ... we would subscribe!
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Post by Sir Black Fox on Jul 1, 2008 11:13:29 GMT -5
www.fairemagazine.com is up and online. . . . first 500 subscribers get a pin similar to our FriendsofMDRF pin. . . .
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Post by Scotsman on Jul 2, 2008 5:53:20 GMT -5
Our subscription is in ... where the hell is my pin?
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Post by Sir Black Fox on Jul 2, 2008 8:00:31 GMT -5
Our subscription is in ... where the hell is my pin? I'm making "special" one just for you.
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Post by tigerlily on Jul 2, 2008 12:05:24 GMT -5
Okay, ditto what Scotsman said! I'm signed up...where's my pin?! (Do I get a "special" one too? Huh? Huh? Nudge, nudge, wink, wink)
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Post by Sir Black Fox on Jul 3, 2008 11:58:07 GMT -5
Y'know what? All my faire expenses and purchases could be tax deductions. heheheheh (including gas) - anyway. . . the site is updated to include the articles and features for the first issue AND we're on myspace now, so please friend us! www.myspace.com/fairemagazine
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Post by ladyneysa on Jul 3, 2008 16:13:32 GMT -5
This is a Fantastic idea! I'll be signing up for a subscription as soon as we get back from our vacation here in beautiful Washington state.
I swear Black Fox, you must have been reading my mind! I've thought for years that it would be really cool to see a magazine devoted exclusively to renaissance faires-faire info, the performers, vendors,- everything you've mentioned.
I really enjoy Renaissance Magazine, but I tend to skim over a lot of the content that doesn't interest me-mainly all the regional art news, and some other stuff that just seems a little dry and boring. I gravitate to the feature articles, and I look forward to the photo spread, but get a little bored when the same faires are featured over and over. I also agree that they don't need to do so many wedding issues, but I guess maybe they're popular or they wouldn't do them.
I look forward to seeing how this turns out, good luck!
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Post by mistresshemyngton on Jul 4, 2008 11:59:16 GMT -5
I have bought my subscription! I am looking forward to reading it, just like I look forward to my Pyrates Way.
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Post by jenniferlynn on Jul 4, 2008 20:07:01 GMT -5
I'm going to sign up... ya know, ya got me thinkin'... show/ play reviews would be really kewl to see.. some times we get so caught up in everything else, we don't get to see everything going on...
... just an idea... I'm sure there are TONS of folks that could have a hand in that dept - including the two of mine..
hell we could have a section/ article with a bit of historical info from that time period (handy for that faire jeopardy game - see who's really reading!!! )
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Post by mistresshemyngton on Jul 5, 2008 10:27:47 GMT -5
I agree with there being reviews....there are many things going on at Fest that many have never seen and are missing out. Boy this magazine could help those new to performing at Festival! I know when I used to have a cooking show there, I could have benefited from a review in a magazine. ![;)](http://www.friendsofmdrf.org/bbart/smileys/stirthepot.gif) I know that those of us who have been or are still with St. George would love support from a medium like this. ![:'(](http://www.friendsofmdrf.org/bbart/smileys/Woot_Emoticon.gif)
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Post by ladyneysa on Jul 13, 2008 22:36:48 GMT -5
I just put in my subscription, can't wait to see it!
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Post by Sir Black Fox on Jul 14, 2008 21:47:41 GMT -5
As I've said previously. . .
On Renaissance Festival.com, there's been some flack going around that Renaissance Magazine isn't what it used to be. . . . especially when one out of every six issues is designated for weddings.
So I got that itchy artsy/publishing feeling again. Then a few R/F folks pushed me. Then a few more, who enjoy what I've done in the pirate community with <a href="http://www.pyratesway.com>The Pyrates Way magazine</a> and would enjoy a similar magazine for "Rennies."
Hmmmmmmmmm I wondered if a full color magazine with amazing features about different faires including prices, types of food and drink, and detailed info on where to stay in the area, what to expect, etc. . . be a good idea? What if it included a part just for serious reenactors. . . and a vendor's area. . .and a garb-making area. . . and a feature on some interesting faire artists that you might not know about? If it all came in a nice package every quarter for less than $6 an issue. . .would you people be interested?
So now there's a choice for your magazine dollar. You can chose a black-and-white magazine produced on conventional paper and includes a lot of articles which boost their advertisers but leave readers wanting more faire-oriented material (which was the magazine's original promise). . . or would you rather have a thick magazine of grand photography that brings far-away festivals into your home to share with kin and counsel?
Personally, I think there's room for both. This idea might piss off both my CPA and my wife, who counts on me to at least bring <i>something</i> home in funds for this idea. . . . but 'tis true. I'll subscribe to both magazines, so I can get all the information. That's the truth of it. . . I can provide a lot in our magazine and they can provide other material.
So here's the deal. . . check us out at: <a href="http://www.fairemagazine.com">Faire Magazine</a> and see if you like the idea. It's a magazine about Renaissance Faires. . .not just the Renaissance. It's a way to give those involved in Renaissance Festivals, whether owner, entertainer, actor, vendor, playtron or paytron. . . a voice. Our goal is to share these festivals and faires with those who might never (*insert cost of gas here) get the chance to visit.
Subscribers are important but Advertisers pay the bills. If you have a business that's been less-than-profitable this season due to the down-attendance/gas/travel costs. . then this is a way to reach those that would love to see what you have to offer.
C'mon and join us. . . it's all about faire . . . so it's all about us.
(xposted everywhere)
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