Yard Sale Treasures

I am asked how I can sell my art at such affordable prices.  This photo is the answer to that question.  This is what I got at yard sales today.  I spent slightly over $20 for all this stuff.  You know how expensive frames are when you by them at craft stores and frame shops and if you have them do the framing it will cost BIG bucks.  I do all my own framing and if necessary refinish the frames.  Many are good as is.  I think all of what I bought today are in wonderful condition. I have mentioned before that all my paintings are created to compliment the frame.  The prices of my painting include the frame and since I do not have much invested in the frame I pass the savings on to the person who buys the art.  I do the same with my functional items.   The bowl and trays I bought today are a little rough but with a bit of sanding and my creativity they will make a great piece of art!  Check out my older posts to see what I have done in the past with my yard sale finds.

"Pause for Beauty" and" Breasts for Life"

Above is a flyer with information on a very special project to call attention to Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  The Opening is this Saturday.  Please read the flyer for information on when and where this event will take place. 
Below is a photo of my entry. 

"Rose in Full Bloom"

St. Phillip's Art Festival Report

This past weekend was the St. Phillip's in the Hills two day art festival.  It was a large two day festival with very talented artists.  It is a beautiful setting and the weather was...well great in the morning but got a little hot in the afternoons.  My space was in the courtyard which helped because there are trees and grass which made it a little cooler.  Many people attended and I got to see old friends and previous customers and made some new friends.  There was good conversations and a lot of networking. I also got ideas for subject matter of future paintings. Sales were pretty good but not as good as previous years but I think that is a sign of the times. Between the two art festivals this month and commission work I had a good October. 
I have my home gallery set up again and am ready to get busy on some commissioned work.  If you are interested in having something painted for a holiday gift contact me.  You can also stop by my home anytime to see completed paintings. Just give me a call at 520-825-6817 to set up an appointment.  Below are a couple of photos of my home "gallery".  It will give you an idea of what I have on hand.

2011 Sun City Art Festival

I had a very successful day yesterday. 17 paintings, 15 domino holders and 2 trays were sold.  This was the first time I used my new Gridwall display racks.  They were easy to put up and took less room and  held more paintings than the easels I used to use.  I think I will buy a couple more for the next show in a few weeks.  It was a good day but I have to admit that I was really tired and had very sore feet by the time it was over.  Next time I will take a second pair of shoes and trade off.  I think that may help.
 I have to thank my husband Roger for being the cashier and doing the book work.  I always did that part myself and it was such a help having him doing the job.  It freed me up to network with people.  I talked to old friends and former customers and met many new people.  I had 16 people sign my email art notification list.  I send out emails to let my art followers know when I am having a show or exhibition.  My list numbers around 130 people.
  It is less than 3 weeks to the next festival so I must get busy to replace what I sold.  I sold every domino holder that I took but still have a dozen that are unpainted that I will do for the next show.  I also have to paint more small desert scenes.  They were very popular and I only have one 8X10 left.  If I have time I will do another large desert scene as that one sold too.  October is a very busy month!