my cats......
Well after lots & lots of thought and sleepless nights..and taking care of one of my furbabys......and a $ 700.00 vet bill..( just before Christmas ).I have to give my beautiful furkids away....
I was sure they would be with me for at least 10-15 years...
I have been always responsible of what pet I owned..love.care.love...
Now its the money part that is scrapping it all.....both have feline herpes.
Inka has it...and passed to my beautiful Bali.I found this out with a DNA test 1 1/2 years ago, when Inka had an eye operation.
I am soooo heart broken...I love them both to death..but I love them enough to give them away so they care be cared for.
I contacted one of the cat shelters here...and they sent me some people....
Well all of them were in awe of my baby's...but....also overwhelmed with their energy.
I gave all the infos.......and they still came and they said...we don't want sick cats ,,I said '',,,oh..gez...they have a health condition...but can and are being treated...and will live long lives if monitored. I don't have the funds anymore to do this....this is why YOU are here....right ? ''
What a waist of time.......gezzzzzzzz I am giving them away...for crist,s sake !YA.....RIGHT....$ 5000.00 worth of cats for free.....and they want me to pay for the first vet visit ?.........I could do this myself..and keep them both I told them what they had.and showed all the vet papers. shhhheshhhh
So now they are both on kiki.....email contact only. An I did post serious ONLY.
Friday, January 9, 2009
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Is being an artist a realistic and achievable career?
I got to reflecting on this.......this week...and more seriously than before. Maybe I am at that stage and more mature. ( artistically )
is this a realistic career choice....... or are you going to live in a cockroach-invested small apartment... for the rest of your life, fulfilling the “starving artist” stereotype? In short, the odds of being a successful fine artist (someone who makes a living by creating original, one-off pieces of art) are against you -- but some people do succeed. Though most of us are exposed to art only as paintings in galleries, art teachers, and hobby painters, there are many other options out there. Being a fine artist isn’t the only career option for artists.
But I Want to Make a Career as a Fine Artist…!
It takes a lot of determination, hard work, hard selling, and persistence to make a career as a fine artist. You need to create paintings people want to buy. Are you willing to change your style and subject matter so that people will buy more? Will you take commissions, painting to order in terms of size..... color, and subject? Being a competent painter isn’t a magic wand. You also need to be able to market yourself and your work. It is possible to make a career as a fine artist, but it’s tough and few artists make a living by only selling their work (at least initially). But then who says you can do only one thing at a time?
determination...and yes hard work....comes down to at least 2 or 3 paintings a week ( min )
Why that much ?
Well....if your lucky..1 out 10 or 15 will be good.
You have to show only your best ones....this is going to be your reputation...and the statement that says '' its me ''
Time :
Some people choose a job simply because it pays the bills and leaves them with plenty of time to pursue a fine-art career part time. Or one in an unrelated field so it won't use up their creative energy. Only you can know if this is right for you. Personally I find being in a job I find dull...... even for only a few hours a day, stifles my creativity. But balancing demanding, albeit creative jobs means I must work at ensuring I schedule enough painting time in the week.
Now.....The ''term'' professional artist....I have head and read this soooo many times from beginners.
I have seen people on welfare...paint.and sell ( astoundingly low priced )paintings and say they are professionals. I do not think if they didn't have welfare..that they could survive ''only '' on their work.Same goes to stay at home Mom's....who's husband pays all and she ''hobby'' paints.....sells a bit..and says she a pro ? Ridiculous !
I for one.....can not say professional.
I can say semi-pro.
the term semi-professional can be applied to an artist such a photographer or musician who derives some income from their artistic endeavors but who must nevertheless take a day job in order to survive.
I could of said also......I am an emerging artist......which was true a couple of years ago...
But after being published.and appreciated, collected.... to the point of of someone taking advantage of me Because I wanted to get on the pro market...I think I am semi-pro now.
I found this searching the web...pretty interesting and a good eye opener.
1. "I want to be famous." This is not serious. It's confusing an almost-random accident with a career in art. If being famous is really important to you you'd be better off doing what Evel Knieval did: soar halfway across the Grand Canyon on a motorcycle. He's famous. When you think about it, it's amazing just how many artists are right at this moment astride that metaphorical motorcycle, roaring up that ramp and out into the blue. Good luck to them all. But is it art?
2. "I want to create new forms of expression and change the world." You're too young. Wait five years and start again.
3. "I want to devote my spare time to fulfilling and meaningful activity. I would like to exhibit my work so as to share it with others, receive their feedback and continue to progress." There may be some hope for you.
4. "I want to be able to make a living doing what I love best." This is a bit trickier, but you might have a go. The worst that can happen is that you have to scale back your aspirations and get a job.
is this a realistic career choice....... or are you going to live in a cockroach-invested small apartment... for the rest of your life, fulfilling the “starving artist” stereotype? In short, the odds of being a successful fine artist (someone who makes a living by creating original, one-off pieces of art) are against you -- but some people do succeed. Though most of us are exposed to art only as paintings in galleries, art teachers, and hobby painters, there are many other options out there. Being a fine artist isn’t the only career option for artists.
But I Want to Make a Career as a Fine Artist…!
It takes a lot of determination, hard work, hard selling, and persistence to make a career as a fine artist. You need to create paintings people want to buy. Are you willing to change your style and subject matter so that people will buy more? Will you take commissions, painting to order in terms of size..... color, and subject? Being a competent painter isn’t a magic wand. You also need to be able to market yourself and your work. It is possible to make a career as a fine artist, but it’s tough and few artists make a living by only selling their work (at least initially). But then who says you can do only one thing at a time?
determination...and yes hard work....comes down to at least 2 or 3 paintings a week ( min )
Why that much ?
Well....if your lucky..1 out 10 or 15 will be good.
You have to show only your best ones....this is going to be your reputation...and the statement that says '' its me ''
Time :
Some people choose a job simply because it pays the bills and leaves them with plenty of time to pursue a fine-art career part time. Or one in an unrelated field so it won't use up their creative energy. Only you can know if this is right for you. Personally I find being in a job I find dull...... even for only a few hours a day, stifles my creativity. But balancing demanding, albeit creative jobs means I must work at ensuring I schedule enough painting time in the week.
Now.....The ''term'' professional artist....I have head and read this soooo many times from beginners.
I have seen people on welfare...paint.and sell ( astoundingly low priced )paintings and say they are professionals. I do not think if they didn't have welfare..that they could survive ''only '' on their work.Same goes to stay at home Mom's....who's husband pays all and she ''hobby'' paints.....sells a bit..and says she a pro ? Ridiculous !
I for one.....can not say professional.
I can say semi-pro.
the term semi-professional can be applied to an artist such a photographer or musician who derives some income from their artistic endeavors but who must nevertheless take a day job in order to survive.
I could of said also......I am an emerging artist......which was true a couple of years ago...
But after being published.and appreciated, collected.... to the point of of someone taking advantage of me Because I wanted to get on the pro market...I think I am semi-pro now.
I found this searching the web...pretty interesting and a good eye opener.
1. "I want to be famous." This is not serious. It's confusing an almost-random accident with a career in art. If being famous is really important to you you'd be better off doing what Evel Knieval did: soar halfway across the Grand Canyon on a motorcycle. He's famous. When you think about it, it's amazing just how many artists are right at this moment astride that metaphorical motorcycle, roaring up that ramp and out into the blue. Good luck to them all. But is it art?
2. "I want to create new forms of expression and change the world." You're too young. Wait five years and start again.
3. "I want to devote my spare time to fulfilling and meaningful activity. I would like to exhibit my work so as to share it with others, receive their feedback and continue to progress." There may be some hope for you.
4. "I want to be able to make a living doing what I love best." This is a bit trickier, but you might have a go. The worst that can happen is that you have to scale back your aspirations and get a job.
Sunday, January 4, 2009
doctors..........sheshhhhhhhh
Ok I am fed up......
After having low blood palettes.....and height white cells....my Dr. WILL not give me the results until I see him.
WTF ? ALL he wants is to pass my Quebec Health Insurance card........and not tell me on the phone.
Phone would take 3 -4 minutes.....Going to see him.would take 1/2 day of my time..and 1/2 hour on his.....sheshhhhhh
I guess telling him I lost over 32 pounds since Sept hasn't really disturbed him.
I lost 4 (+ / - ) pounds over the holidays.......not normal.
My hair is becoming dry......so is my skin....
After having low blood palettes.....and height white cells....my Dr. WILL not give me the results until I see him.
WTF ? ALL he wants is to pass my Quebec Health Insurance card........and not tell me on the phone.
Phone would take 3 -4 minutes.....Going to see him.would take 1/2 day of my time..and 1/2 hour on his.....sheshhhhhh
I guess telling him I lost over 32 pounds since Sept hasn't really disturbed him.
I lost 4 (+ / - ) pounds over the holidays.......not normal.
My hair is becoming dry......so is my skin....
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
sneak preview
:)
Here is what my 4 x 6 foot painting looked like when I started.
I shot the back of my easel just so you can a good idea of the size.
My '' giant'' studio easel looks small with that canvas on it..lol
My easel can stretch up to 84 inches..( 7 feet ).....so this fitted perfect.
I did the sketch on the canvas by the widow of part of my living room.
The canvas is now in my studio.....safe and sound from the cats...lol
brushing the dust off this one.......
I am still painting my 4 x 6 foot canvas, but to take a break........I decided to finish this one.
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
almost Christmas
Its 11 am.Dec 24 th...and I am not into the spirit of Christmas this year.
I just want to be alone.....and somehow I am lonely.
I think I will not be posting ( or even reading ) for a while on my regular forums....anyways no one cares...I feel like a ghost.
Maybe it's me.......I don't know....and I don't feel like analyzing the situation at this time.
So tonight it will Tv time..or painting time.
I just want to be alone.....and somehow I am lonely.
I think I will not be posting ( or even reading ) for a while on my regular forums....anyways no one cares...I feel like a ghost.
Maybe it's me.......I don't know....and I don't feel like analyzing the situation at this time.
So tonight it will Tv time..or painting time.
Saturday, December 20, 2008
strarting a new painting !
Well I finally got to start the ''big '' painting I wanted to do....2 years ago...sheshhhh
4 feet x 6 feet.....
BF is home for the holidays....so he can watch the cats when I go in and out of my studio.
I know.....I know....your thinking what the cats have to do with me not painting.....lol.
Well all my paints and canvas..and paint brushes are there....a playground for them. As soon as I open the door....they both rush in.....and can I tell you they have a ball making a mess....I can only take one out at a time....then when I try to get the other one out...the other one rushes back in...and this goes on till I give up..and shut the door* groan *.........The last time.......Inka chewed my airbrush hose....It took me 2 weeks to get a replacement....
Oh.about cats...
Inka ( one of my cats ) had a very bad flare up of herpes 3 weeks ago....I almost lost him to an upper respiratory infection. he is fine now, and we are still treating him with Zithromax .
The worst now, is feline herpes attacks the eyes....and Inka already had an eye problem ( he almost lost an eye 18 months ago )
He has antibiotic eye drops 2 times a day to help combat the virus infection in his eyes.
( crossing my fingers for the outcome )
4 feet x 6 feet.....
BF is home for the holidays....so he can watch the cats when I go in and out of my studio.
I know.....I know....your thinking what the cats have to do with me not painting.....lol.
Well all my paints and canvas..and paint brushes are there....a playground for them. As soon as I open the door....they both rush in.....and can I tell you they have a ball making a mess....I can only take one out at a time....then when I try to get the other one out...the other one rushes back in...and this goes on till I give up..and shut the door* groan *.........The last time.......Inka chewed my airbrush hose....It took me 2 weeks to get a replacement....
Oh.about cats...
Inka ( one of my cats ) had a very bad flare up of herpes 3 weeks ago....I almost lost him to an upper respiratory infection. he is fine now, and we are still treating him with Zithromax .
The worst now, is feline herpes attacks the eyes....and Inka already had an eye problem ( he almost lost an eye 18 months ago )
He has antibiotic eye drops 2 times a day to help combat the virus infection in his eyes.
( crossing my fingers for the outcome )
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