Giving back

I'm inspired to write. I love the story of Another Girl at Play and the idea of giving back to the creative community. I'm compelled to create community… to give back…

Talking with a neighbor recently, she was talking to me about how she used to be creative and her husband is an artist… I'm not retelling the story well but I held such emotional pain for her. I just listened, there wasn't much I could do.

My heart goes out to the one who has lost touch with their creativity. Picasso said "All children are artists. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up." It is a struggle but it's worth the fight.

Emotional Turbulance

I've been drinking Starbucks lately with a gift card. That's been a treat. The second time I got my coffee I noticed the "The Way I See It" quote on the side. I couldn't believe I missed out on the one the day before. I went scrambling through the trash to find yesterday's cup and to my surprise it was the same one! Oh to feel that emotional range. I don't know why I was surprised but I had read one quite awhile ago and it was a good one. I wanted that experience again. So funny to watch my emotions go up and down…

I'm enjoying Seth Godin's blog on a daily basis. This post in particular was inspiring, but there are definitely many more!

I started Toastmasters again. I'm very encouraged. I gave my first speech last night and am looking forward to writing my next one. I'm going to do a bit of research on how physical movement effects the voice and art. I'll be looking into Anna Halprin and theater movement.
Tom and I've been enjoying Slings and Arrows on Netflix.

FREE Art Marketing Salon

Nine Tuesdays evenings: 7:30 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.

April 7, 21, May 5, 19, June 2, 16, 30, July 14 and August 11

Meetings will be held in Oakland and possibly in Alameda
(meeting address will be given upon registration)

Are you serious about marketing your art?

Alyson B. Stanfield has created a free 9-week program that guarantees each and every participant a complete art marketing plan. Click to find out more about the program. Art Biz Connection art marketing salons provide a structure to help artists work together and support one another. Plus, Alyson B. Stanfield's book I'd Rather Be In the Studio is a great read and valuable resource!

I have two people interested already. Come join us and make promoting your art fun!

About the coordinator: Leah Virsik is an artist with a passion for bookbinding, painting and repurposing everyday objects. She brings a marketing degree, a wide variety of resources and a love of research to this art marketing salon. You’ll also find her on the Alameda Women Artists board. Learn more about her at www.leahvirsik.com.

Interested? Contact me to help create this art marketing salon by replying to this post or by calling 510-418-9383.