Hi Friends -
I have received my books (Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How? A Creative Look at Life's Main Issues ©) and am ready for the book signing event at the Lakehills Library on May 3. Very exciting. Have placed a synopsis and a "Look Inside" on my web site, designed a new business card with my information about Spears Art Studio, Inc. with the new Shields & Spears Publications info, and redesigned my 1/4 page ad with the new info added to the old. Quite a busy time!
I have really enjoyed this experience of writing - as much as I love painting and drawing. When the marketing part of my responsibility to the publisher is functioning smoothly, then I will definitely get back to my studio with gusto. Good thing oil paints keep over time.
We have lost our lake here due to drought and San Antonio's use, so if I want to paint a lake scene, I must use my photos and/or imagination and memory. After such a time lapse between painting sessions, I am able to see my last efforts in a more critical light. I have a tendency to consider my artworks too precious, and don't see flaws right away. Backing off, or even hiding my artworks out of view has proved valuable in a few instances. I have to remember that masterpieces are more rare than simply good compositions and colors.
The painting urge is rising!!
Diane
spearsartstudio.com
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