After an easy drive out to Sterling I had a little difficulty finding the venue, but like most things that are hard to find it was worth the search. The "gate" consisted of two large trees on either side of the road with some friendly faces there to greet you. Eric, the Arts Director came out and introduced himself, gave me some background on the venue, musicians and layout of the property.
I was lead to my spot, right in the middle of Vendor Row, quickly unpacked my things and set up my tent. Stan, my neighbor in a big white converted bus, was the first to say hello, he gave me a tour of his bus and introduced me around to his travel companions. Stan sells rocks, crystals and anything terrestrial and was going to head to Herkimer to get some more Herkimer Diamonds right after the show.
I exited the bus and was asked if I'd be willing to paint a sign for the Family Village area, a small hollow that sits away from the rest of the venue where things are quieter. I said sure and was handed a beautiful piece of wood that had been reserved for just this purpose. I broke out my paints and started in on it. People walking by asked what I was doing and who I was and it was a good way to meet new people.
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