The Purple Painted Lady Festival was a huge success!

Life's defining moments can reignite dormant parts of you. This past weekend was one such moment for me. The overwhelming response to my work was truly heartwarming. Creating is about passion, not praise, but appreciation reinforces your purpose. Sharing this experience with supportive family and friends was the ultimate joy. Thank you all for your love and support!

If all this was not enough, I met Annie Sloan. She came to my booth, we spoke for a little bit, and she took a picture with me! She even came back a second time and asked to take a picture of me with one of my pieces! Later I was able to have her sign my book.

On to the Festival….

Setting up my tent was so exciting! Staging all my pieces and getting ready for the masses to view them was intimidating! But watching over 300 artists also putting together their tents and seeing them come together was mind blowing.

So many people wanted to know about my furniture pieces. They asked about my techniques, what paint colors I use (Annie Sloan of course), and where I get my inspiration. By the end of each day, I was losing my voice (I also did not realize how much I use my hands when I talk).

My first experience as an artist in the Purple Painted Lady Festival was beyond anything I could have imagined! I do not know what is next, but if it is anything like this, I cannot wait!

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