Hello Dear Art Lover
What HAVE I done?!
Do you know the adage about being careful what you wish for? This is what happened to me. I applied to several shows and was rejected by several of course. And had a minute pity party too, I must admit.
Well the tables have turned and I now have 3 shows to get ready before the end of June. Not only is it exciting to be in shows I haven't been in before, it is such a pleasure to be able to engage with an enthusiastic art buying public.
Recently I joined the Central Connection drawing group who meets weekly for life drawing class. They have a yearly show at Withrow Park Clubhouse near Pape and Danforth. It is on the north side of the park just a block south of the Danforth, where you can find many lovely cafes and shops. Or bring a picnic to the park. I guarantee sunshine!
This is a group show of about 17 artists and I will have new work for purchase including my charming new series, 'Walking the Dog'. I'll also have some prints and coasters. Please drop by to check out some very accomplished artists. Sat. Mar 28, 3-6pm and Sun Mar 29, 12-5pm.
Next up will be the Rosedale Art Fair at Ramsden Park 1020 Yonge St (at Rosedale subway) on Sat June 11,11-6pm and Sun Jun12, 12-5pm. It will be a tent event and again I guarantee sunshine! You can picnic in the park or try one of the many cafes near by. I'd be delighted to see you at both events as I'll have larger pieces at Rosedale.
As well the fabulous Riverdale Artwalk is coming up soon, but I'll send out info on that soon.
Just in case you missed my weekly IG Live this Thursday, I'll share here. In Rob Walker's book The Art of Noticing, pg 30, he talks about how to visit an art show or museum with a different agenda in mind. Instead of, or in addition to, looking at the featured exhibit, study something you might not necessarily think of. Seek out things that you might ignore. It could be paying attention to the comments of other viewers, studying the guards, or counting the dust bunnies on the floors. Create your own tour and you'll find some hidden treasures. I actually do easedrop on other people, but this has kind of given me permission (LOL)
Wouldn't it be fun to set up a new project of our own? Please send me your cunning plans. I'm pretty sure you'll come up with some intriguing ideas.
Wishing you a wonderful first long WE of the summer. Let's pray for sunshine and good times with family and friends.
ROCK ON,
Gail
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