Hi everyone,

First of all I am really bummed that I missed the Shindig in Elk River. I hope there was a great turn out and I hope to be at the next one. I have learning a lot between this site and Metal Art and have finally decided to take my "hobby" to a new level.

For those of you who know the Minnesota area and associations, I had the opportunity to attend a workshop called "Imaginings and Intersections: Developing your career as an Artist" that was put on by Springboard for the Arts, MNArtists, and the Metropolitan Arts Council. A lot of good information but the best part of the whole day was the Artist round table at the end of the day. Established and emerging artists sharing thoughts, ideas, and frustrations. I learned a lot that day.

The name for my studio is "The Ardent Meld Studio" and I will be working with acrylic and copper and lighting. I will also still be doing wall sculpture.

I hope to have some new works posted soon, my husband is building me a shop at the back of the garage (6' x 15') small but it will work for now. It is soooo cool having the support that I have.

Still learning!!
Laurie