arts. writing. culture.

What could beat taking a walk and browsing through the works of talented artists on such an absolutely beautiful day as this past Sunday?  Apparently nothing.  This weekend’s show at the Staten Island Museum of Art was extremely successful!  Thanks for the support, everyone.  On sale was my photography and jewelry.  I found it interesting that a bit of everything sold.  Scrabble tiles (sold on Etsy) were my winners for most sold , though.  My handmade notecard sets were a close second!

The weather made a fantastic day and my autumn theme felt just right with the cool breeze that hit me throughout the day.  With a fair showing of artists, streets surrounding the city’s cultural center were closed for patrons of all types to walk freely through the vendor tables:  Parents with children, college students, and many a local with dogs on hand.  With holidays quickly approaching, many people took the opportunity for gift-buying.

Though it’s a bit of a trek for me, the show was worthwhile and I ran out of business cards, so hopefully it will continue to be!  My favorite customer:  A young boy of maybe 8 years old who begged his mother for a framed print of the Eiffel Tower.  They decided to keep browsing before making a decision, only to return later in the day when he convinced her, saying “I want it more than anything else in the world!  Even chocolate!”  I would have given in, too.  Because come on:  I don’t even want anything else more than chocolate!  At least I’ll know it went to someone who will enjoy it!  Or color on it with crayons…

All in a day’s work!