Ok, so it isn't that dramatic, but do you sometimes feel that way when you sell something you put your heart and soul into? I am slowly listing some original art in my Etsy shop and as I start to list some of them, this debate starts in my head (and heart) about whether or not I really want to sell them because I love them so much. They may not be fine art but they are fun art and they come from my heart. However, I remind myself that if someone buys it, they must really like it too, and it will go to a good home. I'd love for you to come over and take a peek when you have time. The one pictured above is one of my favorites, so I won't be heartbroken if it doesn't sell. ;)
I don't have this one (below) listed yet, but it will be up over the weekend. I used the little ironstone piece as the model for my painting. The blue roses aren't realistic but I love the color!
Here's another one I really like, although it's darker, I love the colors:
This tall painting of yellow roses was the last one I painted for the Lavender Festival and was one of the first ones to sell. I loved it as well but was happy to hear it was going to decorate a young lady's new apartment.
If you want to read about the goings on behind the scenes, come over to my facebook page. I think I scared a few folks away yesterday when I posted pics of the snake that was peering in the living room window. Oh, well... I do live in the country. :)
Happy Friday, Happy Summer, and Happy Longest Day of the Year! :)
Lana
Lovely paintings. It is hard to part with something you've created.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Lorrie! Yes, it is hard to do that sometimes. :)
DeleteYes I do feel that way sometimes, well most of the time. I still have paintings from years and years ago, I just can't let go of. I'm offering prints tho. My ponies I painted last year for my first show are still not for sale (the originals anyway). It's hard but I do get a real sense of pride when I know someone loves it enough to purchase it and treasure it like I do. So I feel ya.
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CheyAnne
Beautiful paintings and new blog as well. I do so like the darker one especially. :)
ReplyDeleteLana, thank you. <3
ReplyDeletei love your work so much, and it's interesting
ReplyDeletethat you visited my place today. tomorow we
leave for our little cabin in the big woods . . .
where four of your paintings live! happily,
i might add.
Lea, I'm so glad to hear you are still enjoying them. Have a wonderful time at your cabin!
DeleteYour art is so beautiful and would look pretty with any decor! I love it!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Diane! :)
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