Thought-Full Art Studio

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Announcement – Fall Shows Cancelled

Sometimes life just does not line up with our plans. Two months ago, I had a common but serious surgery, and the “expectations” were that I would be back to “normal” by the time my two Fall 2023 shows rolled around.

I am making good progress overall and the intended goal of the surgery appears to be on track. So, I am deeply grateful for that progress. But there are some issues that are just going to take more healing time than I planned. So yesterday I had to make the painful decision to bow out.

I am deeply grateful to the folks who put on the Cottonwood Arts Festival. When I contacted them that I just was not physically able to do the show this fall, they were very gracious . I have participated in this show for 38 years and it has always been one of my favorites. The crowds have always been kind and enthusiastic. The organizers do a wonderful job, and the quality of the show is excellent. I am disappointed that I could not be there this fall and I look forward to hopefully being able to apply for the show again in 2024.

My friends at the Edom Arts Festival – a show I love so much for the venue, the support of the patrons, and the many dear friends who put it on and exhibit – were so supportive. This show is a gem in the piney woods of East Texas. It has talented artists in all mediums. The setting is fun as Edom has long been a mecca for artists and is filled with lovely studios. I am going to miss spending some time with my art friends and the always generous and fun interaction with the show visitors. Again, I hope that I can participate next year.

My online shop is open and we can fulfill orders. I’ve also updated my contact form so you can reach me easily with any questions. If you are interested in a piece that is not in my shop, please use the form to reach out and I’ll see if it is something we need to upload and let you know.

As always – thank you for reading and for your continued and much appreciated support!

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The Heat!!

Good grief! Hope everyone is staying safe, cool, and hydrated. I have been watching my garden dry up from the back door. It is too hot to be outside for more than a few minutes.

Speaking of cooler weather (nice segue, right?). My fall shows have been lined out and I’m excited to be at Cottonwood Arts Festival in Richardson and the Edom Arts Festival in Edom (both Texas shows). Both are in October and hopefully we will have less brutal weather by then.

Those are my only remaining shows for 2023. More information will follow but check out the links for more information about each show. They are both stellar and lots of fun for visitors and the artists! Always lots of wonderful art, great music, and fun food!

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Shows Completed for Fall 2022

My show season is finished for Fall 2022. I had a terrific time at Cottonwood Arts Festival and the Edom Festival of the Arts. Beautiful weather, great responsive crowds, and well managed shows – an artist’s perfect trifecta!

While shows are over for the year – I am still “open for business” and offer a quick turnaround on orders. If there is something you saw at one of the shows but do not find on my website, just drop me a line here and describe it as best you can and I’ll get back to you quickly.

A few of the vintage tees are still available in my shop – great for Christmas!

Have a wonderful Fall and I look forward to seeing you in the Spring 2023 shows. That schedule is firming up and will be posted on the website and on my Facebook page once available.

God bless!

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Fall Finally Arrives

Sitting in my home today with all the windows open. A welcome event in Texas. The 49th Annual Edom Arts Festival was last weekend and it was terrific. It was a little warm but no rain and a great crowd. A huge thank you to those who put on the show, all the volunteers who take care of the artists, and the town itself for its hospitality and devotion to this show.

My next show is not until 2022 (dates still firming up). For the next few months, my wife and I will be working on getting the website refreshed and we will offer some discounts so please check back often. I would really appreciate your signing up to receive notices from my website and hope you will do so. I won’t spam you (or at least my wife won’t – she handles most of the site updates). Use the Contact form below (and thanks in advance!).

Have a wonderful Fall. I hope that you will be able to celebrate Thanksgiving with friends and family. I hope that folks who are eligible will choose to get vaccinated and help protect themselves and those we love. It would be great if we could move into 2022 with this disease as a nuisance more than the devastation it has been for the past two years. There is a lot of work ahead to repair all the damage of the past few years – spiritual, physical, and economic. I hope we can all leave the pettiness and anger behind us and move forward to a better future. God bless.

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Edom Art Festival – 10/9-10/10

I’m looking forward to participating in the Edom Art Festival in October. This will be my only show this Fall. Hoping that people will get vaccinated and wear masks until we get Covid under control and that next Spring will be a better show season for all artists. I am not sure if the festival world will survive if we cannot get this under control by the end of this year. It is extremely tough to put on festivals – requiring a LOT of paid and volunteer work. Many festivals and artists took a hard financial hit when Covid started because spring show costs had already been paid out. Since that time, it has been hard to catch up. If you can safely do so, please vaccinate, wear a mask, and show up for artists. Consider purchasing online from their various outlets. I have a shop on this site and also have some items available on Society6.

My son is a talented artist and he also has items available on Society6 and through other venues. Young artists, in particular, have been hit by the lack of viable venues. While selling virtually is great – selling directly to people standing right in front of you is so important to artists. Getting feedback and encouragement from customers is one of the most valuable and treasured opportunities of art festivals.

Be safe out there! Hope to see you soon in person!