Sometimes our dreams come true, and sometimes things happen that are beyond our dreams. Almost five years ago, I quit my good government job because I wanted to work full time on my art. My goal was to create art that is meaningful to me and to others. In terms of "success," the most outrageous thing I could think of was to be accepted into the Bluff Park Art Show. I had attended that show for many years and knew it was of high quality, yet the odds of being accepted seemed slight. Happily, I've been juried in for the last two years and hope to continue showing there.
In November, I was approached by Gerda Carmichael, a noted local artist, about having a solo show at the Birmingham Unitarian Church. I happily accepted and my work is on display there now, and will remain through the end of April. The Artist Reception was held this past Sunday and I was so pleased with the event. Thanks to Gerda and the church members for presenting such a lovely feast. I really appreciate all my family and friends for coming out to support me. What fun to see so many people from different areas of my life interact, and I was especially happy that everyone seemed engaged and intrigued by my work. Thanks to everyone who has encouraged my on this journey; who knows what will happen next!
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
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