What a month! It's been full of momentum and paint. I've been working not only on my paintings, revisiting and finishing but also creating new works. I've also started a part time job to make ends meet. So juggling that, child care (Thank you Parents and In-Laws!), keeping the house from drowning in laundry and feeding us all, I feel like I'm meeting myself coming the other way!
Aside from this, my Wife and I decided to head to a local event, Speyfest, to try our luck selling what we could. It was frantic getting the Art Cards printed (massive thanks to The Dandy Arthouse for doing such an amazing job so quickly) and putting finishing touches to my canvasses. We had prints, originals, cards, and even some coasters (Coast Coasters, if you will). My Wife deserves a mention at this point, as she organised the stock take, the presentation and helped add organisation and some personal touches that made a big difference. Not to mention staying with me all day (although it was our 12th anniversary and a rare chance to be together child free!). Reaction from people who came to see us was incredible. It's one thing reading positive comments on Facebook or Instagram, but to be face to face with someone who is seeing your work for the first time is such an incredible feeling. Let's be honest, looking at these paintings on the computer or phone isn't the same.
As well as all that, I've just held my first opening night for my new Exhibition. It's been incredible. There were so many more people than I expected, it was fantastic meeting them, and being able to share that moment with them when they see my work for the first time. It made all those nights in the garage worth it. I must give a special mention to a few people, not least my Wife, Christine for her ceasless support and belief in me, and also for making the food we brought last night. Also want to thank Carrie for accepting me into her gallery and being nice enough to not kill me when I drive her insane. I want to thank lastly all my friends who I invited last night. Their support and enthusiasm has helped tremendously when I've been making these paintings.
So, what next? Holiday? Drink the left over wine and relax? Not likely. I have some materials to order, orders to post, new canvasses to begin, and did I mention I'm now building a Collection of Fashion on Vida.com? Hmmm...watch this space!