Group Show: Melange I at the Circle Gallery, Reception March 3rd |
I made a promise to myself. A commitment of personal
growth, of significant change. One fall afternoon, more than two years ago, I
made a decision to put aside my crafting hobbies in order to pursue my dream of
being an artist. I made the announcement and posted it publicly HERE and then
set out to make good on my word. It didn’t
happen all at once. I didn’t get to jump right in. But between sorting laundry
and sorting out my priorities, I began building a future in art.
The idea has been with me since childhood when I would
illustrate my own stories or draw ideas for new toys. And in high school where
I would skip class to hang out in the art room or spend my summers in and out
of all my artist neighbors’ studios. I almost made plans as a young adult to
rent a cottage by the sea and paint my life away, but I had a different destiny
at that time. All those dreams got packed away as I carried on with my life.
And if it weren’t for this beautiful life I am living right now, the dream
would not have come full circle. The opportunity and desire would not have
presented itself once again.
And, yet, here I am…one step at a time down the long road,
slowly but surely keeping my promise to myself. This weekend is the reception
to a group show at the CIRCLE GALLERY in Annapolis where I have a selection of
new art hanging on the wall. I have painted, I have submitted, I have put my
heart into this and now I am ready for the world! Or at least my corner of it…
I am so humbled
and honored by the support I have had to get to where I am now and grateful for
those who would continue to see me achieve my dreams. Thank you for taking the
time to be a part of my life and my journey. Thank you for the opportunity. It’s
truly wonderful to be able to create and share it with you. Now it’s time to go
and MAKE MORE ART!
You can see more art at www.kelleewynneconrad.com
How very exciting!! And inspiring too! I love your artwork and I'm so happy that your creative dreams are coming true! Stunning work!
ReplyDeletecongrats on following your dreams!
ReplyDeleteWow, I love what you make. That self-portrait is stunning!
ReplyDeleteWell done, Kellee! Your art is gorgeous, and I wish I lived close enough to attend the show.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! With that much heart put into anything, they'll be a hit! :)
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