well, the day has come and gone and you know what, i wasn't nervous at all. it ended up being a really great experience, one that i will always remember. i apologize in advance for not taking a ton of pictures, i kinda of regret it but it felt so weird to take pictures of my stuff. i know my cousin took pictures so i can't wait to see those.
the gallery is pretty casual and small and when we showed up there were tons of people, it was a bit intimidating but after a few seconds that feeling went away. it was really awesome to see such a great turn out and all the support for all these etsy artists.
i felt so loved that night. most of my family came out and it felt so good to feel like i had accomplished something really amazing, cause it truly was. as an artist, it is super hard to put yourself out there and have people respond to your work in a positive way. when you make art, it is like a piece of who you are is being shared with the rest of the world.
what felt even better was knowing that 4 of my pieces have sold! 3 of my retro chicks and my poppies! i was a bit sad though because they take them down when they sell and i really really wanted to have a picture of that amazing little red dot next to my piece that states SOLD. i saw it wednesday when i dropped off three of my pieces but didn't have my camera. it will always, though, be ingrained in my memory, there is nothing like selling your first piece of work.
this is something i never expected. i have always wanted to be in a gallery or have my own show but i never actually thought i would actually end up doing it. it felt more like something i would say but never do. now that i have done it, it will be easier to do more! i have plans of doing more and know of 2 cafe's that host artwork that i will be contacting once i make more pieces.
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so i leave you with this. my super cute nephew who looks like he has rosacea on his cheek but really it is his aunt smothering him with besitos! thank you everyone for all your amazing support. i have such wonderful blog friends and i owe all your wonderful comments & support in helping building my confidence to pursue this magical journey of being an artist. there is no better life then expressing my life through my art and i thank you.
xo,
cb
This is so awesome CB! Well done on being part of an exhibition and selling your work too - this little gallery is beautiful and your nephew is pretty cute too :D
ReplyDeleteWell done you, sweetheart! I'm so glad it went well, you deserve so much success :)
ReplyDeleteAMAZING!! I am SO happy for you and excited and proud of my friend. Your art is beautiful and those people who bought it know what's up.
ReplyDeleteI'm so, so happy for you! Many congratulations on your first show, and what's more, your sales! You look radiant and it's fun to see photos from the evening - can't wait to see more photos of your work, if your cousin is happy for you to share those pics on your blog.
ReplyDeletecongratulations on such a successful show - we all knew you'd be great! <3
ReplyDeletecongrats!! (: you look fantastic!! love love that bold lipstick!!
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I am so happy and excited for you that I need to say congratulations twice: Congratulations! and ¡Felicidades! This can only be the beginning of more adventures in the world of art showing and selling! I knew your pieces would sell quickly... I just knew it!
ReplyDeleteThe show looks great and your pieces look fantastic in that cabinet.
You look beautiful in the pictures and your nephew looks like a good cuddler!
Wow, congratulations! This really is a great achivement and we all know how hard you work and how much heart and sold goes into your pretty paintings, so I am really proud of you and your exhibition!
ReplyDeleteYay!! Congratulations on selling your beautiful pieces. It must have felt amazing. I'm so happy for you!!!!
ReplyDeleteCONGRATULATIONS!!! So so amazing, cb. KEEP IT UP!
ReplyDeleteYIPPEE!!! It looks amazing, I'm so pleased you enjoyed your night honey, you so deserve every success, your artwork is AMAZING and you look fabulous (great photo of the two of you), I'm sure all your family are so proud of you, I'm just so happy for you, and what a cuddling cutie xox
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your first opening!! That is mega exciting! I'm not surprised your pieces sold already, they are so lovely and I think they would appeal to a lot of different people. You looked great as well, no sign of your kitty's scratch :)
ReplyDeletexo Lisa
Congratulations!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeletewow! how exciting! you must feel like you've truley arrived now! shame you didnt get a pic of that red dot, i agree that would be great! but you'll always remember it :)
ReplyDeleteYay for making your dreams happen!! This is SO SO SO awesome and I'm super excited for you!
ReplyDeletecongratulations! it's so exciting and i'm super happy for you & I wish you all the luck in the world for your future ventures [which I can't wait to see by the way!]
ReplyDeleteaw, congratulations on the sales & you looked lovely, as always :)
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Many congrats! I just know you are gonna to accomplish so much more with your art and I'll get to say I knew you when :)
ReplyDeleteCongrats! That's so exciting you little artist you!
ReplyDeleteCongrats!!! That is so exciting :D!!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like such a great gallery!
ReplyDeletecongratulations! that must feel so validating and exciting!!
ReplyDeleteAww! That's so sweet that you had so many supporters, with flowers! You're definitely a superstar! Congratulations!
ReplyDelete(P.S. The chairs in the window are my sister's and the little sculptures are mine! hee hee!)
that is so great! congratulations! it's so wonderful that your family came out for you!
ReplyDeletegood for you!!! this is my favourite type of night out. i love gallery openings. i love to see how a space is transformed. i love that they did one for hand crafters and etsy sellers. there's some amazing things on etsy and it would be so awesome to see much of them in real life!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! You and your artwork! Congratulations :)
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Sooo exciting! Congrats dear girl! I'ms so very happy for you :)
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Em
This is awesome! Congratulations lovely one xox
ReplyDeleteIt looks like such a great show!!! Congratulations on such an awesome accomplishment :) I hope it's the first of many.
ReplyDeletesuper, major, groundbreaking good news!!!! happy dance for a week or more right?! omg Cristie, the show looks amazing - what a great gallery. loved seeing your pics and you look gorgeous lades!
ReplyDeleteas you say, this is only the beginning and many more successful shows will follow your grand debut. congrats to you! oh and, gosh is your nephew ever a sweetie. his eyes absolutely twinkle! ♥
pea ess: thanks for the blog design feedback, truly appreciated! xo
Those little owls are adorable & I esp love it sitting on that chair. Love the vintage-looking flower pieces & your pretty animal paintings too but most of all I love that you made your dreams a reality!! Amazing job, congratulations on all your hard work and for putting your soul out there for everyone to see as well! & of course on your first sale, really this is too incredible : ) So great your family could share the special moment w/ you too.
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