The time between Thanksgiving and the peak of the holiday season in December can be chaotic in the art world. There are many shows, and as a small business owner, I try to balance time with my family and growing my art business. I'm taking a moment to pause, breath, and give thanks for all that the year as brought. What better way to launch my website and my new blog, than with immense gratitude?
2016 has been a year of firsts. I have my own studio space (outside my home, even!), and I have donated artwork to many causes that are dear to me: Art for Hearts was an event benefiting the Promise House in Dallas, and the 8x8 Exhibit and Auction supported the Museum of Biblical Art in Dallas. I connected with the fantastic organization Art, Love, Magic and also had art at the Dutch Art Gallery and the Irving Art Association's regional juried show. I have also been fortunate to show with some amazing local talent at Dallas's new Gallery 3, where I have sold artwork and made many new friends. I'm looking forward to many more opportunities in the coming year.
To close, I want to briefly state how very grateful I am for the Dallas art community. I am proud to call Dallas my home: there is a beautiful intersection of art, ideas, and enthusiasm in this city. Local culture is blossoming. People love it here. The city is growing, and its creative sector is generous and inspiring. I'm beyond grateful to the other artists with whom I've worked and shared ideas, and with the venues, companies, non-profits and galleries I've gotten to know. Here's to the end of the year, and to new beginnings. Cheers, y'all!
