I've been a little quiet of late. Why? All my time and energy was devoted to my spring art shows. That means I haven't even really done any sewing since November.
I'm thrilled with how they turned out. This may sound silly, but having my pieces in a "gallery" setting felt like I had finally achieved a primary goal in becoming an artist. I felt like I'd actually arrived. Now, that also means I have plenty of room to grow and new goals to set and attain.
Upon reflection, this is an important milestone to celebrate. I've been creating art my whole life. I won awards in my youth, but much of my art took a pause (and even got squelched down and hidden) while I explored my career as an engineer. Turns out, as much as I tried to deny that side of myself, it would not be hidden. So here I am, in all my phantasmagorical glory. And I'm loving it. I felt odd, corny, cartoony, and not sophisticated enough. But it's time to release those old thoughts and embrace my style and love it for what it is - joyful, colorful, and filled with meaning & story.
I hope you enjoy these photos. I had a fabulous time at both shows. If we had an opportunity to meet, thank you for taking the time to stop by. Until we meet again.
I'm thrilled with how they turned out. This may sound silly, but having my pieces in a "gallery" setting felt like I had finally achieved a primary goal in becoming an artist. I felt like I'd actually arrived. Now, that also means I have plenty of room to grow and new goals to set and attain.
Upon reflection, this is an important milestone to celebrate. I've been creating art my whole life. I won awards in my youth, but much of my art took a pause (and even got squelched down and hidden) while I explored my career as an engineer. Turns out, as much as I tried to deny that side of myself, it would not be hidden. So here I am, in all my phantasmagorical glory. And I'm loving it. I felt odd, corny, cartoony, and not sophisticated enough. But it's time to release those old thoughts and embrace my style and love it for what it is - joyful, colorful, and filled with meaning & story.
I hope you enjoy these photos. I had a fabulous time at both shows. If we had an opportunity to meet, thank you for taking the time to stop by. Until we meet again.
Norwescon
Gwen Gyldenege, the artist, standing in front of her artwork in the Norwescon 2015 art show. (C) 2000 - 2015 Artwork by Gwen Gyldenege. All rights reserved.
Saturday Morning "Art in Action" Artists Gwen Gyldenege, Peg Gyldenege, and Jeff Sturgeon, at Norwescon 2015
Sunday Lunch "Art in Action" Artists Gwen Gyldenege and Peg Gyldenege at Norwescon 2015. Gwen holding her latest Spirit Guardian piece.
Here are a few scoundrels we met at Norwescon. Aren't their costumes amazing?!
The Puyallup Spring Fair
Gwen Gyldenege, standing in front of her artwork display at the Artists in Action at the Puyallup Spring Fair
 Gwen Gyldenege artwork display at the Artists in Action at the Puyallup Spring Fair. (c) 2000 - 2015 Gwen Gyldenege. All Rights Reserved. |  Gwen Gyldenege's farm cards, proceeds are donated to PCC Farmland Trust, on display at the Artists in Action at the Puyallup Spring Fair. (c) 2000 - 2015 Gwen Gyldenege. All Rights Reserved. |
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