First Art Studio

I wanted to thank everyone who showed up for the small works! BIG TOO!! reception on Friday, January 16, 2009. As always, I was impressed (and humbled) by the support of everyone I know and don’t know who continue to support my creative side. For those of you that haven’t seen the pieces, you can view them in the Gallery section or go to the University of Phoenix in Reston through the end of February. As always, I want to continue my thanks to the League of Reston Arstist (LRA) without their shows and support I would not have been able to show any of my photos.

I will keep you posted on any upcoming shows, either become a member or continue to look here for any new announcements.

I am planning on a couple of new things to try including portraits (if I can find anyone comfortable in front of a camera) and more abstract work.

Thanks again for stopping by!

Over the past several months so many people have complained about 2008 and could not wait for this year to end; I, on the other hand, found 2008 to be my most productive year. Especially when it comes to my photography and art, one of my 2008 resolutions, and I never made resolutions until last year, was to continue taking pictures and try to have my artwork shown at a gallery or competition. Incredibly I submitted to my first show in June and since then I have had one or more of my works in a judged or juried competition.

I am thrilled to say the trend has not stopped! Surprisingly (and I am still awed that my photos are shown) I have a new show in January 2009! The Reston League of Artists is sponsoring the event. The show is the small works! BIG TOO and is being held at the University of Phoenix at Plaza America in Reston.

The two photos are Lorton Ghosts and After the Storm. One is small (8X10), the other is big (40X60) – the largest piece that I have ever submitted and I must admit the most challenging to produce. I will let everyone know when the Reception will be and I hope to see all of my loyal readers there!

I look forward to another productive year and I made two more resolutions for 2009!

• To get in a Gallery Showing
• Get Commissioned Work (let me know if anyone is interested)

In closing, I really had a great year in 2008. I started to live a dream of becoming an artist and as soon as I sell my first work, I may feel like a ‘true’ artist! I am looking forward to 2009. I hope you are too!