Thoughtful Tuesday (posted on a Saturday): November Reflection

Procrastinators will unite…..tomorrow….considering this is a much belated reflection (and I wrote this on Tuesday, but forgot to publish, oy).

Back in October before traveling to visit friends, I found out I had been accepted for the first time into Art Con, a nonprofit event that raises funds for a local arts related group/nonprofit. Essentially you apply and artists are selected as a raffle, then those selected go to Art Day where every artist is given the same size board to create art onsite. The following Saturday is Art Con, and the pieces are auctioned off. I’ve tried on and off for years to get in, and it’s always my birthday weekend, so I was shocked to find out I was finally lucky enough to be part of it. My piece went for $160. Achievement unlocked! It was also fun to run into people I haven’t seen in a while and to be with a friend for Art Day (check out @wrathbunny on Instagram!).

While I had every intention to stick around and try to be extroverted, October was filled with unfortunate family news. As a result, I couldn’t stay too late due to things needed to be done the next day. Family first is important. Nonetheless, I’m really glad I had the opportunity and hope I can be in it again someday. It was very challenging to make a piece of art onsite, especially when I’m experimenting (haven’t painted on board in a while). I have a few pics below from creation and onsite/at the event. If it’s one thing that this experience taught me, it’s that I can really create work without distraction and pure focus. That said, I’m thinking of challenging myself next year when it comes to my art - more to come on that.

The beginning, the middle (with safety glasses for stapling!), and the end on artist day.

Currently Reading: Anything for a Peaceville Life by Paul Hammy Halmshaw

Currently Watching: The Haunting of Hill House