Catch Up

13 months ago was way too long a drought for the posts. During this last year I've had many First Friday's (part of our Main Street Delaware, Ohio Program), Farmer's Markets, Delaware County Community Market, and two retail outlet consignment venues to market my work. Our Delaware Artist Showcase held their last 2012 show with the June 1st First Friday themed "Artful Spaces." It ws held in the basement of the Knights of Pythias lodge at 9 West Winter street. Turnout was good, but not as well as last year. Next year we hope to be able to be inside a street level location where we can be more visible to the public. One of our members Cindy Smith is now working at the Arts Castle, where I hope to be teaching (at least one) an art class in the fall. This year has been especially tough on many arts communities across the country, and I hope to be able to continue to be an influence on others to "get out there and make something." Most importantly to remember, in these tough economic times we artists need to be able to meet the "Needs" of our customers versus creating things that appeal to our own senses. Lastly, during these past six months like many of you extended family events are now making an imprint on our time, and must be worked into our schedules. Currently my husband and I are helping with the Dialysis efforts of his Father twice daily. Situations like this impess upon us more than ever the need for us to do a better job of taking care of ourselves as well. Talk to you soon. Memorabeadia