When the party's over...

I'm so grateful for the wonderful turn out we had for my Studio Grand Opening last Friday night! I battled with myself all summer as to when I should have said party...but with juggling all the art fairs and the stress of figuring out this new space I decided to take the good advice of my wise friend Anna Millea and wait until fall when all my outdoor shows were over for the season.

I am glad I did...it was perfect and great fun seeing many of my collectors from over the years and friends and making many new ones. I had amazing help from Amanda Shell of Whirly Girl Designs and jewelry artist, Michelle Rubin. I received lovely surprises: gorgeous flowers from my Mother and my Brother, a wonderful gift of appetizers from Mike Green of the Village Tap (across the street), and treats from Rudy of Rudy's Bakery next door to my shop. The Chamber and other businesses on the street have made me feel so welcome here in Roscoe Village. Here are some photos from the evening...

 

 

Since signing the lease I have learned so much and it has not been without a lot of growing pains...last spring I referred to the back room as the Crying Room! I am happy to report that I have not used it for that since July...things really seem to be turning around. I am so grateful to have quite a long list of commission orders to fill, so time to get to work! Hope you enjoyed the photos, you can see several more on my Flickr page....and many thanks to Natalie Samp who took them!

 

 

Comments

[Merilyn Van Zwieten]

Anne,
We had a nice time at your grand opening. The art was wonderful and we are very happy with our purchase!
Regards,
Merilyn

[Anne Leuck Feldhaus]

Merilyn, it was so wonderful to see you and Carl. Thanks for coming and helping to make the night so special.