Hi,
It’s been a while since my last post and lots has been happening.
September
September was a special month because my sister got married. It was a beautiful day and all went smoothly. I was one proud bridemaids (our other sister was the other proud bridemaids).
Congratulations Mr and Mrs Gillson xxx
October
The month began with the York Unlocked event. Over 70 venues were open across York that are usually closed. Pica Studios was once a printers with lots of noise and printing presses. The old machines were on display upstairs and it was love to share our studio with the public. We also had a print sale. Some of my collagraph prints are making their way to website, more on that in the next Notes of a Painter.
Inspiration in nature
I have spent some time gathering my thoughts in nature. I feel like my work and my artist career are taking a new direction. Me and the boys from Gold Jacket went for a walk at Sutton Bank and to Garbutt Wood Nature Reserve and to Gormire Lake. The sun was shining, I got to wear my new season big coat and we even stopped for cake at Sutton Bank Vistors Centre.
One year
I finished the month celebrating our anniversary, our first year together has flown by with many adventures. We haven’t been to Hornsea in a while so spent October’s last weekend by the wild and dramatic sea. The wave crashed high splashing local kids who screamed and ran around for more.
Coming up…
York Artists Crit Group
Wednesday 8th November, 6.30-8.30,
held at Pica Studios.
It’s simple and lots of fun. Just bring some artwork along to share, and meet local artists.
You can gain feedback to help you develop your ideas.
You can also help other artists with their work and share knowledge.
This is a great group for all artists, whatever level you are at.
For me, this format was so useful when I studied my fine art MA and I always leave the group learning something new which brings new energy to my work.
York University and YSJ students can currently get 50% off the full ticket price, DM for details.
At the moment places are limited and you can book here
Thank you for reading, and I’ll see you soon.
Rae x