Sunday, July 19, 2009

Northwest Pastel Society International Show 2009


Thursday evening I attended the Artist's Reception for the 2009 Northwest Pastel Society's International Exhibit. It was an amazing experience for me. The American Art Company is a beautiful gallery in Tacoma and the show is truly wonderful! Even more exciting is to be one of 57 artists chosen out of over 200 who submitted work to this show, and to meet and talk with some very distinguished pastel artists. The experience was both exhilarating and humbling. I am thrilled to have my work hanging in this show...and yet at the same time, as I see the excellence displayed, I am very aware of how much more I want to grow as an artist. So I come back to my studio with this mixture of feelings and I am inspired to work hard, think creatively, and strive for excellence!

Friday, July 17, 2009

Coffee Shop Talk

I am often asked if I find it difficult to sell my paintings....to see them leave my possession. And the answer is a definiite "NO". There is nothing more rewarding to an artist than that the work you have poured your heart and soul into is appreciated by others....and will bring joy to those who view it. Here is one of my recent works "Coffee Shop Talk", commissioned by Faith Assembly of Lacey for their Grounds For Faith coffee shop. It is very satisfying to see your work hanging in a space that is meant for people to relax and visit and have a beautiful surrounding that encourages that.