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Very much in process, "Fall," 12" x 16", acrylics on museum quality panel, depicting a golden retriever frolicking in autumn leaves, $629 to the first asking nicely.

In process photos can be viewed here.


A Typical Day

Check voice mail.
Check and prioritize emails.
Check the studio Facebook page.
Return phone calls.
Touch base with Art Center and relay tonite's class size.
Review needed materials for class and pack.
Tweak lesson plan to include last minute ideas.
Schedule private lesson (this is a gift certificate winner from fundraiser).
Review materials list for my workshop in December. Order what I need.
Photograph paintings and archive.
Send photos to clients.
Connect with new collector to discuss project.
Check and respond to email.
Paint for 90 mins.
Write and schedule blog post.
Touch base with two galleries.
Review open commission inquiries - follow up on lost details.
Brainstorm new workshop on intuitive painting.
Varnish and prep two paintings for shipment.
Post office and bank.
Teach grownUPs Journal class.
Upload to Facebook and comment on class photos.
Pour a glass of wine.
Check and prioritize email.
Respond to remaining hot issues.
Prepare tomorrow's task list.
Make sure brushes are clean.
Lights out. Hopefully brain off.

I didn't get much time at the easel today. Hoping tomorrow will be different!

Thanks, as always, for following along with my artwork,
Warmly, Kim
ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com

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