An Artist's Evolution

It's been a while since I have posted on my blog and a whole lot has happened. First of all, I entered and was accepted into a home design exhibit at a local gallery (Artworks!). I submitted 8 pieces which were all accepted and 4 were hung. The others are expected to rotate as the exhibit runs through July 17th. This was a tremendous accomplishment as I had never exhibited before and it felt great to have my work displayed along with more accomplished artists who work in various media - tapestry, painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, woodwork etc. So far so good but I am really hoping that the exposure leads to some sales in the future and allows me to participate in more exhibits and grow as an artist.

I am now adding portraiture to my repertoire of photographic skills and have created a small studio in the basement - lights and back drop. Lighting is very intriguing and I look forward to exploring the creation of great portraits through the use of strategically positioned lighting.

Here are the pieces in the show -

Experience

Experience is a riverbed,
Its source hidden, forever flowing:
Its entrance, the root of the world,
The Way moves within it:
Draw upon it; it will not run dry.

-LaoTze-