Well, we have just finished our weekend of Open Studios. This is the first time we have kind of done this on our own, rather than as part of an open studio trail and we are truly grateful to all our friends, colleagues, family and fellow artists who came along; as well as the many new folk who visited because they read about us in the recent magazine article.
We had a fabulous two days - the weather could not have been better - warm, still and sunny days, with views across the valley for miles and miles. Somehow it always feels better when people visit and they can see the mountains and the valley below us...
We had about 80 people visit over the two days which meant that it was a steady flow of people and that we could really spend time with them and chat.
In the end I didn't take a single shot all weekend, but I did photograph some of the 'before' views of the shed and studio...
Some of Barry's light catchers.
A view of my display and sale tables. And a few wall pieces.
Barry's raised bowls and pods.
My rusty book "Linear II"
Some of Barry's steampunk range of jewellery
And some of his incense burners.
All in all one would have to say it was a success! We are a bit weary tonight, but that happy, satisfied and grateful weary. Thanks to everybody who made it such a great time - my brother and his wife who brought us food; my mum and dad who dropped off more food to keep us going; our friends who came and bought pieces; the people we had never met who bought pieces; the friends and neighbours who dropped in to see what we do and/or have a cuppa and keep us company... everybody brought so much to the weekend.
We will definitely do it again. Go well.
We had a fabulous two days - the weather could not have been better - warm, still and sunny days, with views across the valley for miles and miles. Somehow it always feels better when people visit and they can see the mountains and the valley below us...
We had about 80 people visit over the two days which meant that it was a steady flow of people and that we could really spend time with them and chat.
In the end I didn't take a single shot all weekend, but I did photograph some of the 'before' views of the shed and studio...
Some of Barry's light catchers.
A view of my display and sale tables. And a few wall pieces.
Barry's raised bowls and pods.
My rusty book "Linear II"
Some of Barry's steampunk range of jewellery
And some of his incense burners.
All in all one would have to say it was a success! We are a bit weary tonight, but that happy, satisfied and grateful weary. Thanks to everybody who made it such a great time - my brother and his wife who brought us food; my mum and dad who dropped off more food to keep us going; our friends who came and bought pieces; the people we had never met who bought pieces; the friends and neighbours who dropped in to see what we do and/or have a cuppa and keep us company... everybody brought so much to the weekend.
We will definitely do it again. Go well.
So glad all your hard work (including the cleaning and tidying) has paid off Fiona. Well done!
ReplyDeleteMUCH cleaning and tidying Robyn! I think we need to do this at least once a year just so we clean up!
DeleteSounds fun and rewarding! I was away for a few days, but the print arrived safe and sound and went on a trip to Maine with me as I stopped at the post office on my off on my travels. Beatiful print, thank you, Fiona!!
ReplyDeleteHappy to hear it has arrived safely Valerianna! Enjoy.
DeleteGreat news, I'm really happy for you both! Now you can sit back and relax with a big smile :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Ersi - it was great and we are happy, will see if we have the energy to do it again later in the year!
DeleteWow it all looks so amazing! For sure you must be feeling a great sense of relief and tiredness! But if I know you I can imagine all the next to-do's you've got tucked up your sleeves.... ;)
ReplyDeleteThanks Louise and yes, you know us too well! Already into the next several things we have to do - laugh! Maybe we should build in some downtime and relax time and reflect time? Go well.
DeleteMakes it all worthwhile. Hope it's a (fairly) regular occurrence.
ReplyDeleteThanks Jo - it was very worthwhile indeed! Yes, we are thinking maybe twice a year...fingers crossed.
DeleteI would enjoy seeing your table top works a bit more closely. Congratulations Fiona and Barry.
ReplyDeleteThanks Leslie - I'll try and get some more close ups for you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely combination of objects. I especially like the thought of your rusty book alongside the incense burners and bowls and pods. All so gorgeously tactile. Sorry distance makes it absolutely impossible for me to visit!
ReplyDeleteThanks Charlton - its moments like these we actually realise how far away we are - we often feel much closer and connected by the inter web!
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