Massachusetts openly welcomes makers of Independent Films. Of the fifty States, we are the most receptive of original ideas in cinematography. We recognize that the efforts of those hidden from the spotlight rival or even eclipse that of most supposed blockbusters.

An interesting event that accompanies a showing of Indie films is the prevalence of craft shows in the area. There’s just something about the artistry of these films and how it attracts likewise artistic people. For sure, these two mediums share a certain bond.

Indie Films attract crowds that have a taste for something out of the ordinary. If this is your type of film experience, then I guarantee that you will enjoy the artistry in craft shows as well. The booths themselves are mostly manned by the very person who made the displayed crafts. If you talk to the craftsperson herself, and understand his insights on why he made the particular piece of craft that you want, then you’ll appreciate the item all the more.

Now, the question is this: Not being mainstream, how do you know when an Indie film will be taking place? And consequently, how will you know when there will be a craft show accompanying it? Indie Films can be erratic, and you will have a hard time looking for schedules until at best a month before the event. Craft shows fair better, though. The craft shows themselves are scheduled and listed on the Internet; even before the actual Indie films are decided.

Most of these craft shows, however, will have no film festival attached to them. That is okay. Odds are, if you go to a normal craft show, then the craftspeople minding the booths will have an idea on when the next one will take place. So then, you will have a good idea of when the next one will be taking place.