BLISSFUL-BOHEMIAN

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Santa Fe

First, I am sorry, I got so caught up in the day I totally forgot to take photos. I did remember to take my camera though :-). Second, no, I did not find a gallery to take my work. I only got one to even look at the Cd. She liked the work, but did not think it fit into her gallery. A cool thing though is she gave my friend J and I a bunch of new painting brushes, I got about 150 dollars worth! None of the other galleries would even look at the Cd's, they have all the artists they have room for (I have been hearing this for 30 years, yet these galleries DO take on new artists). Perhaps I am just a bad salesperson, but it seems futile at this point. Not sure what to do, but I have to find a different way. Third, I had a great time anyway. We had a wonderful breakfast with my friend K at Cafe Pasqual's, I had french toast, Yum. And at the end of the gallery hunt we went to see Alexandra Eldridge at her studio, that was the highlight of the day. She is too wonderful for words. Kind and beautiful, and open and giving, and so talented! She showed me all sorts of things I can do with the venetian plaster, so I have some new techniques to try out. It was a blast to spend time with her. So, that's the trip in a nut shell. Happy Tuesday! XOXO

16 comments:

Doris Sturm said...

I'm so glad you enjoyed yourself inspite of the disappointment with the galleries. I know it's so difficult to get "in" and it's almost a full-time job trying to market oneself.

It sounds like you had a nice time at your friend's gallery and the new paint brushes are a bonus, right?

Did the kitties miss you?

Annie said...

Doris-Thank you, Yes, it was a great day, gallery or no. And the kitties and my dog Zeus missed me, they complained bitterly when I got home :-). xoxo

Lubna said...

Hi,

This is a non-profit community art centre which caters to aspiring artists, I have no idea how I came across it, but immediately thought of you and saved it on a word document, so I could let you know later. Check it out. I don't think I have your email, perhaps it is available on your website, shall check later. Am rushing to work now.

Location:
Rouge Gallery and Art Centre
40 S. Bartlett St.
Medford, OR, 97501
Phone:
541-772-8118

kj said...

sometimes i wonder what the universe has in store.

you may not have been scooped up by these galleries but my blog will scoop you up anytime! you bring fun and joy always and i am always triple glad to see you!

love
love
kj

nollyposh said...

<3

sukipoet said...

It is great to get out and about and put yourself out there whatever the immediate results. you are tell the universe what you want and maybe these specific folks aren't opening up for you but someone out there is hearing your message. Invisible things are happening without and within.

Annie said...

Lubn-Thank you darling for the information, I will check it out.
xoxo
Kj-I love you, and I hope Stella is okay.xoxo
Nolly-Kisses and hugs.xoxo
Suki-Well, I have been waiting 30 years for this dream to come true, I won't give up yet. xoxo

angela recada said...

I'm so glad you had a wonderful trip! New paint bushes - for free! Yea!

I'm looking forward to seeing what you do next with the Venetian plaster! I know it will be something fabulous!
:0)

Hugs and much love,
xoxoxo
Angela

Robin said...

It is wonderful that you met someone you have admired for so long a time - and - that she showed you a new technique. I am excited to see what inspirations come your way now.

Glad you had fun and a change of scenery!

Love,

♥ Robin ♥

becky said...

You have the best attitude!! Despite the disappointment at the galleries, you maintain such wonderful optimism! And all the good that came out of your trip~ free art supplies, a meal at Pasqual's and spending time with friends & artists... sounds like a great day!!
:)

Anonymous said...

So glad that you had a wonderful time. The brushes sound like a wonderful gift. Glad you have some away inspired. As one door shuts another will open and it will be a better door.

~Babs said...

Well, it sounds like a fabulous trip anyway,,,the gallery thing,,,,sigh.
But the brushes,,,!
And I'm very eager to see some work with the plaster.
Yes, A great trip,,,all in all!

Unknown said...

Glad you had a good time. Hang on there my friend, your time will come I am sure. You just need to keep going and finally it will be all worth it. Happy weekend Annie, been to busy here, but we are going to the highlands for some 'cool' weather. Love ya!

Teri and her Stylish Adventure Cats said...

More good than bad on your journey...and it's good you had multiple pleasures while you were there, instead of just one disappointment.

Oh, it's the Rogue (not Rouge) Gallery...funny, I moved to VA from Medford OR and remember it well.

Here's the link:

http://www.roguegallery.org/

Laura said...

I'm so happy that you found joy and contentment between, around, despite of the disappointment Annie. Boy oh boy that word contentment with life as it is just keeps popping up all over the blogosphere.

gentle steps,
laura

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