Great Sheffield Art Show

Well, the show is under way. I volunteered to help hang the display during yesterday, which was quite a novel learning experience. The planning involved in displaying more than 800 pieces of art is quite something. The odd thing was that I saw nothing of. my own work at that stage. It was not until … Read more

On putting oneself forward

One result of my visit to Worcester over the week-end has been confirmation of my growing realisation of the importance of a sustained effort in promoting my art. The acceptance of my exhibition by the Cathedral was the result of one of six approaches I made to different possible exhibition venues. (Another has deferred action, … Read more

If you don’t ask you don’t get

A little while back I mentioned that a possibility had arisen that I might be able to get a regular place in which to show my work in a nearby bistro and deli (Origins). Since then I have had a couple of very welcoming conversations with the staff, and it has been agreed that I … Read more

If I don’t do it, who will?

I had a rather encouraging ‘phone call this morning from a potential exhibitor of my work. The deal isn’t tied up definitely yet, but the conversation was very encouraging indeed. The experience has certainly set me thinking during the day. The weather has been really fine, and my wife and I decided that we really … Read more