This writing follows in the wake of my first showing. Believe me, craft and jewelry booths outnumbered artworks 10-to-1! Upon watching and interacting with folks who stopped by, in the end I believe the simple centered compositions attracted the eye most. I was glad to add that familiar, art-history-book feel to newer paintings, and to witness instantaneous positive reaction. I had a slight feeling, though, that NASCAR car number abstractions would've been a hit. Watch that copyright, now.

I had my own three favorite paintings (For Annie, Sweetgum, and Spring Nymph) — and prints of these sold best. A 40x30-inch painting, Spring Nymph, also sold. So I can feel a little better about trusting my own instincts. However... Ain't I the guy that painted all the others, too?

Best sellers:

The best part about this learning experience (and it truly was an learning experience because I no longer had to imagine it) was the camaraderie exhibited by its participants — as well as the kind public in general. It also helped that it was great, mild weather — and shady!

Now I'm retooling; rethinking... But not reconsidering.