Lisa Myers Bulmash 1/27/17 Lisa Myers Bulmash 1/27/17

Someone you know needs art

I'd like to share a happy moment with you, an unintentional pay-it-forward thing. Recently I talked to the person who bought this altered book, "Daddy Loves Me."

She said she'd wanted to purchase something I made, and the altered book came along at the right time. But it didn't quite feel like it 'belonged' to her. She decided to gift it to another friend. Immediately the recipient's eyes welled up.

The collector had had a difficult relationship with his father, but the art brought up a treasured memory: a childhood moment when he knew for sure that his daddy loved him.

That piece sold in 2015, and at the time I was quite happy someone wanted to take it home. But now I'm profoundly grateful as well: I feel that I helped someone remember a moment where everything was right and beautiful in his world.

Lisa Myers Bulmash 10/30/15 Lisa Myers Bulmash 10/30/15

Rough fall: making art in spite of it all

I've spent way too much time being all adult-like, picking myself up after several disappointments. (It helps to spend quality time with one's art journal.)

I made decent sales during the first day of Best of the Northwest. Even had a few visitors to the art festival calling over their friends to check out my work.

But my roll came to a stop on Saturday and Sunday. So I packed my stuff (with help from my loyal friend Claire) and headed home. Then I got news about whether my work was selected to join one of the city of Seattle's art collections.

It wasn't.

And due to an unfortunate injury (not mine), my solo show at Hanson Scott Gallery is being moved from November to December.

*Adjusting lighting for my 2014 solo show. @Lisa Myers Bulmash*

Sigh... Fall down seven times, get up eight. There are a few bright sides, first and foremost that I'm still going to have a solo show even though it's delayed.

And my work at the Gary Henderson Gallery is up until mid-December as well. We're going to have a holiday party there too.

I now have some STUDIO TIME. Best of times, worst of times.

And last night someone RSVP'd for two more seats at my next Artist Trust at Large presentation! By the way, the talk includes an example of an artist who was rejected several times before winning a grant. With that in mind, how can I give up now?

Lisa Myers Bulmash 10/16/15 Lisa Myers Bulmash 10/16/15

Busy week ahead: "Best", "BALLYHOO" & Artist Trust

I have been a Very Busy Woman, wrapping up details for not one! not two! but three! Three art events in a row. First up: Artist Trust at Large, in Snohomish.

If you live/work north of Seattle -- especially if you're in Snohomish County like me -- this is the Artist Trust overview you've been waiting for. Email me to reserve a spot. Details:

While you (or your artist friend) are digesting this info, clear your calendar: it's gonna be a busy weekend... Two days later, the Gary Henderson Gallery kicks off BALLYHOO, a group exhibit! I'm in very good company here: Juan Alonso-Rodriguez, Laura Castellanos and other artists far cooler than me. Maybe some of it will rub off on me.

And in the same weekend: Best of the Northwest, Act One! Look for me in booth L3, along the far left wall (see map). I've already pre-sold a couple of items...

... but I'll have more collages, altered books and prints available. Pro tips: you can get in free on Friday night 4pm-8pm, or buy a two-for-one ticket and bring a friend! Looking forward to seeing you soon!