Keep the piece and conversation together
Organize a photo of the event and one of the piece you chose. Write what the maker told you in a separate sentence from your own impressions, so you can tell them apart later.
Before photographing a booth or piece or showing it to someone else, check the event’s rules and ask the maker whether photography and sharing are welcome.
Connect the photo with its story
Check which pieces and scenes you may photograph.
Note the event date and choose your photo.
Separate what the maker told you directly from anything you guessed.
Add one sentence about why you chose the piece.
An example of a conversation note
Here is a fictional editorial example: “Market: Saturday afternoon. What I heard: the maker explained they chose a blue glaze. Why I chose it: I liked the little cup’s rounded handle.”
If you are unsure of the exact words, mark them as unconfirmed rather than presenting them as a quotation. If you could not take a photo, you can still write down your impression.
Decide who can see it
Before publishing a maker’s name or a photo of their work, check the terms for using it. If other visitors’ faces or contact details appear, ask them before sharing too.
Find the moment again in Pogaem
Add a photo and your own note to the date of your visit in your personal calendar to revisit the event and the piece together.
For a shared calendar, check invited participants’ permissions to write entries or comment and their internet connection. Upload only within the consent given by the photographer and anyone pictured.
Frequently asked questions
What if I cannot remember the maker’s exact words?
Note that your memory is uncertain and do not present it as an exact quote.
Can I keep a record without a photo?
Yes. You can write about the piece you saw and your own impressions.
Can I publish a photo of the work right away?
Check the event’s and maker’s photography and sharing conditions first.