Early Spring Update

I haven't placed a new post on the site since last Fall, so it's overdue......It's been a busy winter needless to say.  I took a trip out west in Feb which included a trip to the Masters of the American West show at the Autry, a visit to Colorado where I saw Thomas Blackshear in Colorado Springs (a close old friend and fabulous illustrator/painter/sculptor), and where I visited the studio of Dan Beck in Denver (doing wonderful work!).  Then it was onto Phoenix for an art opening at The Legacy Gallery (where I had a wonderful visit with artist Kristii Melaine and her husband Mike), and had a chance to visit at length with artists Michael Malm and Michael Albrechtsen.  Then onto Tucson to the miniature show at Settlers West......Not that this is of interest to many of you, but I want to say that it has become a habit of mine over the years to travel and go to art events....meeting and seeing other artists, and great artwork is a necessary exercise for me - artists labor alone for much of their careers, and I for one need to get out and about.  It's very inspiring and educational.  One thing I notice is that the "artists community" around the country make up a very generous and friendly group of folks.  We are a fraternity of friendly competitors,  yet freely exchanging ideas, thoughts, emotions, successes and failures, learning from each other and inspiring each other!  As Bill O'reilly says "Who's Looking Out For You?".  I think that artists look out for each other (for the most part!), and the support and friendship that I feel is one of those highlights in life that I cherish.......I look forward to hearing from you in the months to come and keeping in touch with all of you......CMD