Getting the Gallery Ready!

Check out this new wall color!  Also put up beadboard on this wall only.  Had to make the change because the bamboo I had there was sagging pretty badly. Am really excited about "Girls Night At The Gallery" Monday Oct 24 5 - 9 PM.  Have a lot of advertising sent out - sure hope it's a success.  I've invited two jewelry artisans to show and sell their artwork. - they are very well known and do beautiful work with fine metals,gemstones and beads.

Getting Ready!

Just seems like a few weeks ago that summer was just starting and now WOW it's over.  I've been building inventory and completing some special orders.  Before long the snowbirds will return - they bring a whole new source of energy to the area.  I am looking forward to seeing my clients from up north and new folks as well. 

Second Summer Sunday Was Great!

Sunday July 24 was the second "Summer Sunday" at my gallery AND it was very successful!  Several new folks came and were pleased with the artwork and enjoyed talking to the artists.  The winners of the "FREE" artwork were delighted!  It was a good turn out of folks especially since July, August, and September are the months that most full-time residents down here go on vacations.

August 28 is the next and last "Summer Sunday"  I am hopeful for equally good participation. 

First "Summer Sunday" Is A Huge Success

Sunday, June 26, the public was invited to my gallery from 1 - 4 p.m. for iced tea, lemonade and home made cookies AND to register for a FREE art giveaway.  There was a great turn out for the afternoon - good to see friends, clients and meet some new folks as well.  3 artists from the gallery also contributed artwork to the giveaway.  At 4:00 we drew names and gave 4 pieces of original artwork to some very pleased folks.  Next "Summer Sunday" is scheduled for July 24.  What fun!

Building inventory

Now that "Season" is over and everything slows down and traffic clears, I can focus on creating more functional and fine art every day in my studio.  I can be so creative AND so messy!  So much fun.  This 3' vase is one  of my current challeges - it is covered in a design of shell, buttons, mirror shards, beads and pearls, broken pottery, marbles, rocks and rope.

Challenging Calendar Ahead

Terrific ideas are formulating for the next year!  I am so excited about making them all become a reality.  I am trying to put together events in the gallery that meet clients' needs for creative artwork and also expand the client's threshold of aesthetic appreciation.  Keep posted.  New calendar events will follow once decisions are made!

Lesley Phillips Exhibit Extended

Lesley Phillips abstract impressionist

artwork has been so well received that we are extending her exhibit through April 30.  The vibrant colors she uses creates amazing illusions on canvas.  Her artwork expands the spectrum of creativity in the gallery.