It would be considered news, and such is not covered by copyright and also the craft show can't stop a news person from taking pictures either, due to that.

They then need to read up on the public view rights. Because they can't really do that.

Legal photographers handbook.

I take pictures everywhere, however last year at the Houston show, the Russians and CHinese did not want pictures taken becuase they were selling them on a dvd. Otherwise, I have never had a problem. Asking it ettiquet though. Better safe than sorry. Have fun. I went to one in Stephenville today. No white gloves but they wore latex. LOL.

quilts on display are fair game for photos usually. vendors don't like photos taken of their wares.
have fun and ask if in doubt.

I always wonder, Yeah but what about the quilts you see hanging all out in the sun in big quilt shows?? And under bright lights at indoor shows??

But I agree, ask if there is any doubt and go with what the quilt owner wants.

I am going to a quilt show this morning. It is in a small community about 30 miles from me. I am really anxious to see their display. Hope to get some ideas.

...and some pictures! Pleeeease!!

This discussion brings up a question I've wondered about.

At big quilt shows (like Houston), as I am walking around to look at quilts, does someone taking pictures have any kind of priority? I felt rude if I was looking at a quilt and some one came up and wanted to photograph it. I felt like I should move out of the way even if I wasn't done studying the quilt. And it a show that big, it was a constant issue.

What do you think?

The photographer has to wait for you to move. You have as much right to be there. I tend to finish looking and then move, but not take too long. In big shows all the professional pictures are done when the show is not open to the public for that reason.