If I Didn't Need Sleep.....

ACEO Original Colored Pencil Drawing

2.5 x 3.5"

"Anywhere You Want to Go"

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Why is it that one measly day out of the week for a holiday can set you back eons in your work schedule? Huh? Is it a time-warp thing? Did Einstein ever theorize on that?

Not only did I get behind in my work, but I think I picked up a gazillion (yes, I'm sure that's a word) other jobs to do. It's all good though and I hope to tell you all more and more later but here's a few highlights:

1. Three calls from potential commissions - of course, all by Christmas. (But THEY are on time; I love the calls I get a week before. As if!)
2. I have accepted a wonderful opportunity to participate in an art crawl in my own little suburb. Great idea and great opportunity. What was I thinking that I could pull an entire outdoor show together in two weeks. And during an Ohio State football game, no less! But it's coming together.
3. I have been approached to teach a class for colored pencil drawing. Scares the bejeepers out of me; but I probably will step up and do that, too.
4. I have been asked (and I accepted) the challenge of helping to set up a blog for our Columbus Short North Arts District. I accepted this challenge early in the spring and I KNOW I must have had a martini when this happened. BUT, I can do it!
5. Oh, yeah, and just making art for all the shows I have coming up as well as for this blog! (Which I'd rather just be doing all the time anyway!)
6. I have also agreed to supply snacks for one of the Monday night soccer games for my son.

Whew.

When is the next holiday?

Weekend Celebration

"Dog Days II"

ACEO Original Colored Pencil Drawing

2.5 x 3.5"

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I am a member of a wonderful coop group of artists who have our own gallery (actually it has been there for over 20 years and I have only been there for 2!), Studios on High Gallery, in the Short North Arts District just north of downtown Columbus, Ohio. This city has a wealth of talented artists, and our gallery has 18 of them making original paintings, drawings, sculpture, glass and fiber arts.

The first Saturday of every month for 20 years, the galleries and business in the district have stayed open late and hosted a Gallery Hop which combines art viewing, shopping, dining, along with a bit of street fair activities. Oh, and a great load of fun if you are into people watching! So it's no wonder with all of that, the event has grown into an enormous success with thousands of visitors each month.

This coming Saturday, Sept. 1, Gallery Hop will be even more special with the lighting of 17 street-light arches. These arches were landmarks of the neighborhood and Columbus in the early 20th century. (The political and logistical nightmare to get this done has been going on for years, so you can imagine how exciting this is to have these landmarks lit!)

I am very, very proud to be a native Columbus girl, who has seen this city grow and thrive. And I love being an artist who hangs her work in the Short North Arts District. Pinch me!

If you are ever in Columbus, stop by the gallery to see my work and stay late to experience the nightlife and to see the arches! Oh, and don't forget to drop me a note if you're planning a visit.

Another Day Older.....

"Dog Days"

ACEO Original Colored Pencil Drawing

2.5 x 3.5"

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Well, lots to reflect on and think about today; it is my birthday.

Long ago I outgrew needing parties, cake and balloons; but today I got lots of phone calls, cards, and gifts from my friends and family. Those meant more to me than a party ever could.

Now that I am a "big girl", I have decided to try to treat myself well on my birthdays and I might decide that I'm going to just sit down and put my feet up if I feel like it (which I did), or buy myself a new pair of shoes (which I did), or eat chocolate (which I did). And the best part is, I feel no guilt about it at all. That's delicious.

And since I am approaching a milestone birthday which can make some women decide to wear polyester and sensible shoes, I have a pact with all of my best girlfriends that we won't allow the others to EVER do that. Since none of them have spoken to me about the way I dress lately, I think I'm still good.

All in all, it was a really great birthday.