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Happy New Year
You may have noticed there hasn’t been a new issue of the Minor Details E-zine since July. No, you weren’t removed from the mailing list… I simply took a break during a very busy season for my business.

In August, I signed an agreement with Grace Licensing to market my artwork to manufacturers. This is very exciting! It can be a very lengthy process of gift market shows, meeting with interested manufacturers, developing new lines of work and waiting for production to be completed, but I’m very enthusiastic about this new opportunity and will keep you posted on new developments!

In addition to acquiring an agent, I have picked up a new gallery in Quincy, IL to carry my work. Gallery Outre, located at 614 Maine Street, in downtown Quincy, is open Tuesday through Saturday 2pm – 7pm. If you have not yet been to this swank, new gallery, stop in and take-a-look around. It’s worth the trip.

Along with these new ventures, I also had a very long list of commissions to complete for holiday gift giving. Needless to say, my fall months were jam-packed.

I am excited to publish this new edition for 2007 and will be sending bi-monthly e-zines throughout the year. I wish each of you a Happy New Year and all the best for 2007!
New Products!
I have many new paintings to share with you over the coming months! My children's line caught the eye of my agent and has been growing since last Summer. All of the paintings are available as a giclee print. A giclee is a high quality print made with archival inks and printed directly on watercolor paper. The end result is a beautiful, soft, vibrant piece that looks so close to the original it is difficult to tell the difference.

Unlike the original though, it is very affordable! Sold by the square foot, a 12 x 12 print costs only $60. Check out my children's line and any of my other work today. If you see something you'd like to have, email me for a quote or buy online if available.

Don't Forget the Framing!
I also offer affordable framing options. As you know, framing can be more expensive than the artwork itself! That's why I've decided to offer a framing service for all of my collectors. If you are interested in a framing quote, attach a note with your order or email. I'll find the perfect frame to suit your needs and take care of all of the hassle for you. Your artwork will arrive beautiful and ready to hang. >> click here for a quote

Embrace Winter

I recently picked up a new magazine I had not seen on the racks before.This is just another way for me to procrastinate. I like to think of the hours I spend reading and flipping through magazines as market research for trends and style forecasting. I guess that’s true, in a sense, but it also means I’m avoiding doing what I really need to be doing… PAINTING!

It’s not that I don’t want to paint. It’s my passion, my career, my life! However, the creative process can be maddening at times. I may have an idea for a painting and wait six months to begin because I’m not sure exactly what style or color palette to use. Procrastination is the evil disease that pairs itself with creativity and I’m a master.

Inside the magazine, were tons of ideas about how to enjoy this dreary season. This long, cold season stretching from January 1 to the first signs of Spring. This time of year can be a very somber, lonely time. Gray skies and brown landscapes, outdoor activities are limited to taking out the trash and feeding the pets.

It reminded me that we need to utilize this time to do the things we have “procrastinated” since the dawn of the previous Spring. Look around and recognize the splendor of this time of year. A fire in the fireplace, snuggled tight with your family, renting DVD’s and playing board games, wrapping yourself in soft clothing and cozy hats and scarves, this time of year can be heart warming! Even if you are alone, working a puzzle, or curling up with a good book can be just the rejuvenation your soul needs to prepare for an upcoming busy season.

If you are like me, and procrastination comes naturally, dig up one of those “backburner” items you’ve been wanting to tackle and use this slow-paced season to tackle it. Use your creativity and brighten up your home with a new project or decorating idea. Before we know it, our lives will be filled with the busy pace of Spring and Summer activities, chores to complete in the yard, ballgames, garden planting and all sorts of other time-thieving commitments. So raise your mug of hot cocoa, coffee or spiced cider and toast this glorious season… Embrace Winter.
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