it has been a while since i posted,
but wow what a journey i have been on.
i spent the weekend in atlanta, GA at the merchandise mart/gift show - 3 buildings over 40 floors of showrooms.
it is like CHA for the gift industry, WOW!
i think i managed about 4 floors in between appointments in 2 days.
i have a new line of wall art coming out with an incredible comapany called DEMDACO in the summer, i met with them and with portfolio in hand joanne, my art coach, introduced me to several other companies and some incredible people. i learned a lot!
i think i am just beginning to scratch the surface of who i am as an artist.
i am drawn to things, like bedding, fabric design, decor.
i am now capturing and absorbing things like these pillows from target .because they speak to me, not sure what they are saying, but that is yet to come!
i may be hit or miss for the next several days, i have so much to get done before CHA but i will tell you i have some exciting new alterable products coming out with Prima, camera bags, aprons, totes, huge stamps, more. however i need to go make some altered examples of them for the booth and am falling way behind! aaack!
i will also have a new stamp set coming out with unity, the set has some of my absolute favorite designs on it, i cannot wait to get the actual set to stamp with, here is a sneak peek...
they are gonna look so awesome on my bags, but i digress.
also need to finish up some artwork, seminar presentation, make n takes, demos and be a wife and mom.
so if you do not hear from me in a few days check to see if i am still functioning, lol!
It all looks amazing, and I hope you find out what you are seeking. I just love everything you do, very inspiring always. I just ordered your first set of stamps and can't wait to see what comes next. (Big Unity Fan). Have a great day Donna.
Posted by: Angie Blom | January 12, 2010 at 08:55 AM
Welcome back and best of luck with everything you need to get done! It is wonderful to hear all the great news and new adventures that are awaiting you (and, therefore, us - as we benefit from all your creative genius!). Hope you have many productive days ahead!
Posted by: Laura | January 12, 2010 at 09:03 AM
Good for you!!! Stretching ourselves is a scary but wonderful experience!!! I am so proud of you!!!
Posted by: Laura | January 12, 2010 at 09:10 AM
love to see your growth, love "feeling" your innocence and vulnerability...helps me be strong in my journey, ya know? I wanna steal you away for a few minutes when we are at Inspired to convo. k? Hang tough, you can do it!
Posted by: Account Deleted | January 12, 2010 at 09:24 AM
ahh too bad you didn't come to Bldg 2 fl 3 then we could have met! I was exhibiting in the Art Licensing section!! I will be walking it in July and exhibiting again next Jan!
Americasmart is always crazy!! Lots to see and lots of parties!
Posted by: Ellen Crimi-Trent | January 12, 2010 at 09:47 AM
Oh, those stamps look like I might need to have them. Yep!
Posted by: Jessica Hess | January 12, 2010 at 10:17 AM
I cannot wait to see your stamps from Unity! I just signed up for their monthly kit and the first set I got (as a discount set) was a set we used in your fabric album class this summer! I got your other set when you were here in December, so I am excited to have the new one as well.
I will definitely see you at CHA! Try to keep it together (even though I know you will)!
Posted by: Amber Widener | January 12, 2010 at 11:04 AM
oooh! Can't wait to see all of you new things!
Posted by: arcalee | January 12, 2010 at 11:20 AM
I am so inspired by you. I can't wait to see where you go with all of this!
Posted by: Jelaine Faunce | January 12, 2010 at 11:23 AM
Are you still at the mart... I am reading this on my one break today I would love to meet you I'm in Bld. 1 16th floor.... Free Lunch! lol!!!! I'm in showroom Kurt Adler.
Erika A.
Posted by: Erika A. | January 12, 2010 at 11:43 AM
Wow, can`t wait to see more of that gorgeous stamp set!
Posted by: Vanessa Menhorn | January 12, 2010 at 11:55 AM
I can only imagine the possibilities for you . . . you are going to accomplish some amazing things. Go for it!!
Posted by: Theresa | January 12, 2010 at 11:57 AM
Birds! Thank you. Just before reading this I was looking at my box of bird stamps. Love them all. Wish I could hang out with you more
Posted by: dbj | January 12, 2010 at 11:58 AM
You sound so excited for what's to come and you've got me excited! I want to explore some other creative outlets too! I can't wait to see what flows from you finger tips next...I'm sure it will be a huge success! Thank you for sharing your energy and excitement with me!
Posted by: Holly S | January 12, 2010 at 12:01 PM
WOW! Thanks for the fabulous inspiration photos here and I look forward to seeing all your new 2010 goodies!
Posted by: Lora Oliver | January 12, 2010 at 12:55 PM
Don't feel bad, things in stores talk to me all of the time. You should only get worried if you start actually having conversations with them. :)
Posted by: Courtney | January 12, 2010 at 03:44 PM
I CANNOT wait for the huge stamps! I am craving them!
Posted by: Charisse | January 12, 2010 at 04:34 PM
Donna, are you even getting some sleep??? From what I see, you're going and going, like that energizer bunny. Mind going non-stop! How awesome it is to see the direction you're going and the depths you're taking it to. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and the whole process with us! You inspire us to do great things, too. Take care of yourself!!!!! We can't do this without ya honey!
Posted by: Stefanie Roy | January 12, 2010 at 05:13 PM
Love the look of your stamps. Can't wait to see more. Love the bedding shot and the pillow, also.
Take care of yourself.
Posted by: Carrie P | January 12, 2010 at 05:36 PM
Good luck! I can't imagine the pressure you are under right now. But I know you'll do great. Looking forward to seeing all your new stuff.
Posted by: Krista Nash | January 12, 2010 at 06:11 PM
Sounds like a great show. I love the photos you shared :o) And, I can't wait to see what you have in store for us next!
Posted by: Kelli | January 12, 2010 at 06:55 PM
This is all so amazing and exciting. You are such an inspiration...in so many ways! Thanks for being so real. And best of everything on all these endeavors.
Posted by: Michelle | January 12, 2010 at 08:55 PM
I had this feeling that licensing would be in your future. Good for you!
Christine
Posted by: christine adolph | January 12, 2010 at 11:40 PM
I love Target pillows :) The pillow your girl is holding is actually on my bed (the blue almost matches my bedroom walls) :)
Can't wait to see your new fun stuff :)
Posted by: Tina | January 13, 2010 at 01:06 AM
Blogs are so informative where we get lots of information on any topic. Nice job keep it up!!
Posted by: Politics Dissertation | January 13, 2010 at 05:39 AM
Great to hear you'll be stretching yourself! I totally understand - my word for 2010 is stretch, so I'm right there with ya, girl! I actually have that pillow (the one with the birds) on my bed! When I saw it on your site, I was like, "whoa, that's my bed pillow! What's it doing here???" Have a great day!
Posted by: carester | January 13, 2010 at 09:41 AM
Wow! Everything looks and sounds wonderful! Much luck on everything you do! I can't wait to see it all!
Posted by: Angela W | January 13, 2010 at 10:55 AM
Looking amazing Doona! Good luck in your new adventures!
Posted by: Stéphanie Pouliot | January 13, 2010 at 12:11 PM
congratulations Donna! how exciting and fun. i hope that you dream and even more will come your way. i can't wait to see what comes out of all this. i'll keep my eyes open for your new wall art!
Posted by: Sandra Lomas | January 13, 2010 at 01:10 PM
Congrats on your new journey and I can't wait to see everything!
Posted by: rhonda nickol | January 13, 2010 at 01:54 PM
Stay true to yourself. Good luck! You have great stuff.
Posted by: Pam Butcher | January 13, 2010 at 08:13 PM