Jul 6th, 10
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Today’s customer spotlight features a pair of abstract landscape oil painting pendants.
When I was approached for this commission, the details were pretty vague: “Green and tan-brown wavy lines, like the lines a rake makes in a zen garden.”
Oh, like an abstract landscape? We discussed it and she agreed that was exactly what she was looking for. My first attempt (pictured above) was too literal and too grey-green for my tastes but I finished it anyways because I liked it. The second one (pictured below) was just right and exactly what she was looking for.
It all turned out for the best, because the first pendant I had painted reminded her of one time she visited Banff when it was raining. She took both then, happily.
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Jun 12th, 10
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Alright. Week one after launch. I’m crazy, I’m tearing my hair out, I’m on edge, and I’m exhilarated. I love it. Who knew running your own business and following your artistic tendencies would be this addictive?
I thought I would be drowning in frustration and confusion and giving up by now, but after months of thoughtful research, planning, and preparation, it seems as if I really am giving this crazy plan a run for it’s money! I am loving this, and I haven’t even made a sale yet. You wouldn’t even know that I work 39-56 hours at two jobs outside of this lovely business that I call my own. I wouldn’t even call it a side project anymore, it’s mine and I want to let everyone love it just as much as I do.
This week I’ve learned:
:: That I really can do anything I put my mind to.
:: That I am better at visualizing project details from start to finish than I thought.
:: That I have a lot to learn and a long way to go!
Look out world, I’m here to stay!
Jun 5th, 10
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If you haven’t been to my Etsy shop today, I’ve launched my new line: Oil Painting Pendants!
I’ve got a whole post dedicated to describing in detail what exactly goes into making my pendants, and what makes them so special, so check that out if you’re curious. And I’ve already got a second batch curing and they should be ready to list in a couple of days. Fun!
I also have a couple more surprises up my sleeve, but that’s hush-hush for now. I can say that I’ll be making at least two more very exciting announcements in the coming weeks.
Stay tuned!
Jun 4th, 10
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I’ll be launching the first line of my oil painting jewelry this weekend and I thought I’d give you guys the first look! Here’s some preliminary photos before I list them up in my Etsy shop.
And there’s plenty more where that came from! Just a peek of things to come.
