Entries from February 2009

February 28, 2009

Any takers?

I need to barter art for lasik eye surgery, botox, and a Vespa.
How about a gardner, a deep tissue massage, or dog walker?

February 24, 2009

Something to ponder II

We reveal different things about ourselves to others – and in turn they reveal different things to us.
How we perceive ourselves is not necessarily  how others perceive us.  Everyone sees, hears, and process things differently. People see/believe what they want to see/believe  That is why it is very important not to take stock every little [...]

February 23, 2009

A day in the life

Being self employed has its challenges at times.  You work odd hours, late hours,  you work all the time or have extreme periods of unproductive and/or laziness. You really have to exert some self discipline.
I try and stick to a schedule but I am battling burn out – so I have to mix it up [...]

February 21, 2009

I can see the light. Barely, but it is there. Something is (or maybe I need to go to the Eye Doctor.)

I live in a community where being an artist is both glorified and celebrated – for most it is a hobby that is revered as a luxury. I live in a place that is primarily a retirement community – or vacation, second home, summer jaunt. Many of my local peers are happily retired and are [...]

February 10, 2009

A nice surprise

I had a wonderful surprise waiting for me in my studio when I got to work today.
I may have told you a few months ago I helped out my friend and fellow artist, Wyanne,  with a series of art technique videos/classes – well Karen Hardie is/was one of her students who was very inspired by [...]

February 10, 2009

Going outside my comfort level…..

I am currently writing two grants.  I hesitate to tell you this because I don’t want to jinx it and actually want to complete the process this year.  Writing (and applying for) a grant has been a long time goal I never seem to accomplish.  (A) I have a really hard time asking for money. [...]