I had such a good time at my show during the weekend. It was at the Butler Institute of American Art in Youngstown, Ohio.
This is the main level of this beautiful museum, and I was on the second level--
I was so happy to be a part of this art show in this venue. Okay, normally, my indoor shows are in one of these big cold expomarts that at one time used to be a grocery store or something comparable to that. My sales weren't blockbuster, but they were good with very appreciative customers. There's no doubt that I will be going back.
And there were some amazing artists there too. I didn't take any photos, because artists aren't too keen on people taking photos of their work unless they give permission, and I didn't want to make a pest of myself while they were trying to conduct business. However, I did meet one artist, Gail Trunick, whose work blew me away, and she was the sweetest lady, and I know that she would have let me take some shots of her booth (wasn't even thinking at the time) Luckily, she has a website where you can see her art--HERE. If you're familiar with the show American Pickers--well, I guess you could say that's what she is. But it's what she does with the things that she "picks"--wonderful!! Go take a look.....after you see what I'm giving away.
First of all, my 2 year blog anniversary has come and gone--so I wanted to have a giveaway for it, and there's another reason also. You guys!!--Thank You all so much for your support and encouragement. You always put a smile on my face especially on those days when I need it. So here's what I'm giving away--
This is a print of my artwork that I put on an 8 x 8 gallery wrapped canvas, and added those fun knobs from Hobby Lobby.
And like always, you can enter your name 5 times. First, just leave a comment and that's it. But if you're a follower--remember to tell me, and that will be a 2nd time. Mention it on your blog for another chance, and yet ANOTHER chance if you mention it on your Facebook page. And the 5th time is to be a fan of my Facebook page. Make sure you tell me if you do any of this, so I can enter your name for each thing. That sure is a lot of chances! : )
I'll be drawing someone's name (via random.org) next Tuesday, Dec. 13 (wow! so close to Christmas!) Good luck everyone and thank you all so much again!!
What a wonderful venue!! I follow and of course I would adore owning a piece of your amazing artwork!!
ReplyDeleteOH YEAH! I'm glad it went well - and I can't even imagine you being a pest to anyone, lol! Thank you for the artist link AND for the opportunity to win this beautiful print! Whee . . . xoxo
ReplyDelete& I'm a follower xo
ReplyDelete& I already (FB) like you, lol! xo
ReplyDeleteWhat a great exhibition you were at - thanks for the links - great and so different art work. It looks like a magical venue you were at.
ReplyDeleteI am an avid follower of yours - can't always leave comments as the word identifications tend to take longer and longer - hey ho.
Happy belated blogaversary
Looks like a wonderful place to show your work Diane! I would LOVE to own a piece of your artwork. You know I am a follower, and also a fan on your Facebook page. Thank you for the chance!
ReplyDeleteLove your work, Diane! Always so creative and vivid! Hope I win something! And, I am a follower of your blog - and I'll run right off to facebook now! HEE HEE!
ReplyDeleteWow! What a beautiful venue. So, so pretty. Thank you for a chance to win. :) Congrats on 2 years too.
ReplyDeleteOf course I am a follower! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful venue that is Diane. I am a follower and love your art :)
ReplyDeleteLesley x
fabulous work!!! Love the polka dot wing of the bird!! Hugs Juls
ReplyDeleteA faithful follower I am : ) Always love your stuff.
ReplyDeleteThat looks like an amazing place to have an art show Diane! And what a lovely giveaway you're having!
ReplyDeleteI do follow your blog! :)
ReplyDeleteand I follow you on facebook! :)
ReplyDeleteI will now go and mention this on my facebook page! :)
ReplyDeletehappy you did well, diane...i remember this place sooo well....thanks for the pictures...;-)
ReplyDeleteThis show looks awesome. I would have been happy to be there. Was it juried? In a way it looked like it might have been. A very special venue, anyway. And not crowded. I've seen places give you 16 inches of space and no room in between booths (OK, a slight exaggeration, but not much). I would love to win a piece of your art. When I talk about it on my blog, I'll leave a link.
ReplyDeleteI am a follower and am always inspired by your work. I'm glad that you had a good show.
ReplyDeletehappy blog anniversary! oh, i would love to win this whimsical piece!
ReplyDeleteand yes, i am a follower!
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a lovely space to have an exhibition. I am glad you sold some of your work.
ReplyDeleteI do follow you here and on Facebook.
Congratulations on your blog anniversary and thanks for the giveaway.
Lee:)
your giveaway is on my sidebar.
ReplyDeleteThat show does look wonderful.
ReplyDeleteSo awesome of you to have a give away. And such a sweet piece.
I am a follower and on FB too.
Yesterday I made a bookcase, really it is for my bathroom... towels etc. I want to do art on it and thought of all the amazing things you have done on wood. If you think of any of your posts that might get me going..... i would love to know which. I am off now to see what i can find on my own.
Warmly,
Tammie
Found you through a friend.....love what I see and such wonderful and interesting artwork. What a lovely giveaway, it would certainly be fantastic to win!!!!
ReplyDeleteI am now liking your facebook page. So glad I found out about you!!!
ReplyDeleteI am now following your blog.....
ReplyDeleteI will share you on facebook....
ReplyDeleteHi Diane! I would love to win your giveaway.
ReplyDeleteDiane here again, I'm a follower her at blogger Google connect
ReplyDeleteI am a fan of your Facebook page too. I am Diane Francisco in facebook.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely place to go, so elegant, no wqeather worries, and good sales really glad. I hope you feel good. Your art is great.
ReplyDeleteI was to the gallery the other day here local and a show to the north, nearing things artist say and they were saying good and like you stated.
Yes I want that also, and i will post it on my blog soon and face book.
Hope you rested a bit today.
What a beautiful place to have a show:O) Count me in!!!!!!!:O)
ReplyDeleteWhat an inspiring place to have a show! Sales can always be better...I'm just glad they were good enough for you to want to go back :)
ReplyDelete...and thanks for counting me in your Giveaway!
I'm already a Follower :)
ReplyDeleteWow Diane! The location of your show looks fabulous! Glad it went well!
ReplyDeleteCongrat's on your blog anniversary and I am so happy I discovered your blog long ago, your work is beautiful!
Your art so deserves to be there. Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteCongrats Diane on your blog anniversary and the show! I adore going to artisan fairs at museums - the ambiance is just so perfect for it. Thanks for offering up such a sweet gift!
ReplyDeleteYou KNOW I follow you!!! :)
ReplyDeleteI do follow you on Facebook, as well!
ReplyDeleteI just shared your link on my personal Facebook page! :) Have a wonderful day, Diane!
ReplyDeleteThat's a magical place to exhibite your art! And such a cool giveaway ... I am a follower, and like you on Facebook, ánd shared your link on my own FB page LOL See how much I want to win ;-) And please, continue to inspire me!
ReplyDeleteOh yay! Love your giveaways, I sure hope I can win!!
ReplyDeleteBy the way...I've been following you for awhile and enjoy your posts!
ReplyDeleteI follow you on Facebook too...
ReplyDeleteI also posted about your giveaway on my fan page, over here!
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What a wonderful giveaway. I would love to see how it looks in person.
ReplyDeleteI've been a follower for quite some time.
Rita A.
Nice giveaway! I am a follower of your blog and Facebook...have a great day
ReplyDeleteI love your artwork esp. what you do with metal, I have never tried working with metal before and you have inspired me to learn (using your tutorials of course!)
ReplyDeleteAlso, I am a follower! have been since I got a blog :)
ReplyDeleteI'm also already a fan on your facebook page :)
ReplyDeleteI`m so happy for you, you had a great show,Diane- that place looks great, and a wonderful place for exhebiting.
ReplyDeleteThe print of your artwork is totally sweet, with those two birds- and I`m happy for a chance to win.
Hugs from Dorthe
p.s. My own show was great ,too :)
This looks really nice and festive. :)I'm glad all went well at your show and happy 2nd anniversary! :)) Thanks for the chance to win your print. You know I love your art! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm also your blog follower. :)
ReplyDeleteAnd your FB fan page liker. :)))
ReplyDeleteWhat a spectacular place to be exhibiting your work, so glad you shared. and you know I'm a big fan of yours :-)
ReplyDeleteGlad your show went well! I'm so excited about this give away,I love it,I have a perfect spot for it lol! Anyway I'm a follower too! Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful piece! I follow you and am a facebook fan. Thanks for such a generous giveaway!
ReplyDeleteexcellent venue to share your excellent art..good luck everyone
ReplyDeleteLove all your at work! Thank you for a chance to win it! I'm also a follower.
ReplyDeleteI do hope I win as I would love having a piece of your art work...I am a follower, plus I liked your facebook page......
ReplyDeleteHi! Glad you had a nice time! I just checked out that artist's work and it's awesome!! Thanks for sharing! Thanks for the chance to win your gorgeous art!! And thanks for your input about my prints... I really do appreciate what you said!! Thanks!
ReplyDeletexoEsther
Ok, how on earth was I not already following you?!! i seriously thought I was!!! Well, I am now, lol!!
ReplyDeletexoE
ok, but I know I already "like" you on FB... but now I have to double check..lol!!!
Wow! Congratulations on the exhibit! And happy blogoversary! Patsy from
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I've been following your blog for some time now- I am so inspired by your work! Patsy from
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That looks an amazing venue Diane.
ReplyDeleteNow of course you know I would just love to enter your giveaway!
I'm already a follower and will pop over and like you on FB!
Just posted about your give away on my blog and a link is up on my facebook. This is exciting!
ReplyDelete1. Glad I found you through Bren's esynergy blog. 2. Am now following you and 3. have liked you on FB. 4. Will tell others on my blog about your giveaway too, 5. and also via my facebook page.
ReplyDeleteMy blog: www.letterladysletters.blogspot.com and my FB page is https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jan-Hurst/37028598579
Giveaways are exciting! AND I was at the Butler Holiday Show, visiting a few friends...including the amazing Gail Trunick!. sorry I missed seeing your art in person.
ReplyDeletegood grief...once again, i haven't been on the computer much! i need to get in on this at least once! xo
ReplyDeleteSaying Hi wishing you a great weekend of whatever it is you need, plus telling I mentioned your giveaway on my blog. and up my chances by another one.
ReplyDeleteOh yes yes! I would feel so privileged to have one of your pieces!
ReplyDeleteWell here we go. I am doing each one First I will add a comment. That is that I really like your blog and also the things you have made.
ReplyDeleteJanice
I will now add to facebook
ReplyDeleteJanice
and follow you
ReplyDeleteJanice
I have now liked your facebook page and also added you to my page with a link back to yours. That is 4 and I am off to put your link on my blog
ReplyDeletesee ya
Janice
Looks like a wonderful place to have a show. The art piece you are giving away is adorable. I am already a follower.
ReplyDeleteI commented on my Facebook - and I already like your page!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Tricia