Reflection 2009

Ok, Im recommitting for 2010 to blog more and do as promised, to discuss my process in painting and a little about what it means to me to be an artist!
But before I do any of that I think if I bring myself through 2009 I will see and you will see a little of what goes on here at RLM STUDIOS.
After not being involved faithfully to my art for 5yrs or more, my commitment to art everyday from 2008-now has been strong and even thought I need improvements in that commitment, I have kept it.  In return,  I have been in 7(i think, maybe more) art shows and selling at most of them.  I won an award this year and have sold through my online venues, not enough but considering it has only been a year that is not bad!  I have been able to introduce my Expressive Art to a hand full of wonderful students with the intention of bringing this to even more!  I also have a permanate collection in a dance studio and have had the opportunity to display in other public forums. 
I have made beautiful connections with lots of talented people on and off line and this I am grateful for!  Without connections I'm lost, it's important to share and receive for all of us to grow and become better at what it is we do.
I have had the blessing to take some private and public workshops to expand on my knowledge and move past my limits as a person and artist!
Who would have thought that any of this would be!  Even with being layed off in the spring I have still continued to march forward!  Of course I trip and fall but I'm supposed to, this way I can find my way?!
I do want to tell you that sitting here typing this I now really really realize what I've done this year and I want to emphasize I. 
The challenges for 2010 are going to be more fierce and on FIRE for if I dont put it out there then how on earth will I ever find it?!
Being an artist and showing my work and then selling it, IS a scary thing but no scarier than anyone else and their  challenges!
Happy Happy New Year and remember, LIVE LIFE IN COLOR