a few random friday thoughts
It all begins with an idea.
This is Buddy System. It found a new home today, which makes me both happy and sad. There’s something about this painting that brings back the young girl in me. I think I’ll have to paint another version of this same idea!
It’s Friday, April 25, 2025. I’m continuing my journey on how to do the business side of my art world. And I’m continuing to have successes and failures. I’ve really no idea if this is going to show up in the “Blog” section of my website or not, but I thought I’d take a go at it and see what happens. So here I am and here I go.
I’ve been busy getting ready for two shows next week. One is usually plenty to deal with, but when the other opportunity came up I couldn’t say no. The first show is really not a typical art show. More of a “come taste a yummy tequila and meet one of our featured artists” show. But I still have to look the part, talk the art talk, and mingle with strangers. It’s the last part that’s always the hardest. The second show is an open studio at my studio with two other artists. Food, drinks, fun. But six hours worth of food, drinks, and fun is a long time for this artist. It’ll be great, I’m sure. (Can you tell I’m tired. 🥱 )
As an introvert, I’d much rather go to my studio and paint all day and then go home and be with Jimmy and our two golden doodles, Frida and Ruby. If, however, I’m going to have a legit business I know I have to crawl out from my comfort zone and share my art with others. Don’t get me wrong….I enjoy people…..But I really enjoy my quiet time!
Ok, back to a few thoughts this Friday. I’m kicking myself because earlier today I quoted a price on a painting having without looking at my records. And they bought the painting!! (That’s not the reason I’m kicking myself!). When I got back to my studio I looked up the price and I was completely off. By a lot less money!! Ugh. But I learned a big lesson through this unprofessional mistake today. Keep my mouth shut until I’m sure!
I think that’s it for today. I need to get back to the painting part now. Thanks for letting me try the blog thing with you again. Fingers crossed I figure all of this out!