Good News, I think

I applied and was accepted to "The Artist Project 2008", a 4 day event where you showcase your work to gallery owners, curators, collectors and general art lovers in the Chicago area. It takes place April 25-28 at the Merchandise Mart in Chicago and i have been told that "it is really worth it" by a Chicago painter. It takes a sizeable investment of $1500 but that includes the space and access to the art world and in addition, there is the airfare, hotel, food expenses to consider. I need to decide soon but that is based on how difficult it will be to ship my large pieces. If anyone has any suggestions, i would be most grateful to hear them!