Hello Dear Art Lover
Did I plant an ear worm?
Hope you are doing well and have your costume ready! I know there will be a robot (Fox) and a ghost (Theo) on the loose on Sunday. At least that is what they are saying at the moment. But from past experience, I know they could change their mind at the last minute, which could result in a meltdown. The excitement is just too much to bear. Do you remember your favourite costume? There were a lot of gypsies and ghosts back in the day before store bought costumes. I really can't imagine how my mother managed with 8 kids to dress up.
A few weeks ago, I wrote about mixing up the night time reading. Currently, I have 'Leonardo's Brain' by Leonard Shlain and a crime novel b yAnne Holt on the go. Leonardo was a magnificent genius in art and science. Maybe I'll learn some tips on how to tap into my own genius. Anne Holt is a newly discovered (for me) Norwegian crime novelist. She's very prolific and as dark as they come (psychically speaking) I do love a deep and dark Scandi novel. Her novels would make a good Netflix series. It's all going on the compost pile to make up the rich soil of my imagination.
I'd love to know what your'e reading these days. And watching on the flix too. I'm catching up on the last series of 'This is Us' and indulging my inner teenager with 'How to Sell Drugs Online, Fast'
The talented Theresa sent me this newsletter. They have an amazing drawing tool called an etchr mirror. Check it out. Maybe it will inspire you to pick up a pencil. Check it out at www.etchrstudio.com. You might have noticed that I refer to Austin Kleon quite often. I could spend hours checking out what he's into every week. It's kind of mind boggling how busy he is. As a result, I've ordered a book he recommended by Rob Walker, 'The Art of Noticing'. I can't wait to see what ideas are sparked.
Last week I announced the Super Sale to my Facebook and Instagram followers. Please check it out to see what is left. I'm doing some videos as well to talk about some of the paintings. If you've had your eye on a certain artwork, now might be the time for it to find it's new home.Bargainprices from $99 to $499! Of course you can always book a visit to touch the merchandise. (lol)
This week I finished a painting that I am just loving. It's 36 in x 24 in, mixed media on canvas. The title is ' Aren't You a Little Beauty?' It's attached here for your viewing pleasure. I've used a room app to give you an idea of sizing.
Now...I just know your'e singing along and wondering why. In November, I'm starting a new series of portraits of pets.30 PETS IN 30 DAYS. How exciting is that? Please send me a photo of your pet and perhaps a line about their personality or quirks. I'll do a mixed media portrait on paper. You can purchase it if you like for $99. Just in time for some gift giving. I can't wait to see what shows up in the 'mailbox'.
Til next time, thanks again for your support and feedback.
ROCK ON,
Gail
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