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My time in Spain gave me a lot of time to think about my goals for this year in regards to my business. 2023 was a fantastic year: I sold more originals and prints than ever but I didn't have much time to paint. I want to be the best painter I can and dedicate the most time to my craft this year. For this reason, some changes are happening in 2024...

This year, it will be over 70 vendors (double from last year!!) and will run for two days!!

Art pricing is not a straightforward formula (sorry!) and without proper knowledge is difficult to know if you’re getting a good deal. Here a list of tips so you can make an informed decision.

Hi friend,

When buying art, prints and original paintings are the more common options, but not the only ones!

I wanted to share the differences between each kind, and the pros/cons in a simple way, so you can make an educated decision when considering your next purchase.

We will discuss pros and cons on original paintings, open and limited edition prints and proofs!

Sunday July 16th - VENDOR SPLENDOR AT THE LITERARY

If you prefer a more chill event than the Street Fest (this Saturday 5-11pm) or have energy for more... Come to the Literary on Sunday evening 4-6pm.

I would have a selection of your favorites prints, new ones, and I'll do a live painting demo.

Saturday July 15th - STREET FEST DOWNTOWN CHAMPAIGN.

I was there last year, and I can confirm EVERYONE was there…

Let’s take over downtown (which will be closed to traffic) to party!! Live music (5 bands!!), market, food and drinks. This a great event that ONLY happens ONCE A YEAR!!

Find me an another 20 vendors on Walnut/Main street, by Barrelhouse.

Art is nothing but the stories behind, so I would like to share it with you… stay tuned because you’re on it! 

In August 2017, I was walking around in Chicago when I ran into my artist awakening. I had a couple of hours to spare when I bumped into a big art supply store which was the beginning of everything…

It's been a pleasure to be again in Smile Politely to talk about art. The talked about what we had planned for the closing night on April 29th.

Beyond honored and amazed to have our art show featured. We got a photoshoot and the interview early this week. Here's the result! We talked about how the group got together, defined the there and peek of what you will be seen this weekend. Here's part of it:  

This year, that trio — Jennifer Lask, Clara de la Fuente and Teresa Ellis — have teamed up for a multimedia exhibit called “World of Wonders” in this year’s Boneyard Arts Festival, focused on nature’s ability to heal.

“I think the person who comes to this show leaves feeling like ‘I need to spend more time in nature,’” de la Fuente said. “At the end of the day, life is hard as it is, so it’s important to take a minute to reflect on the experience and absorb what we should and let other things go.”

Come to meet the artists:

Friday April 14 9pm-10,30pm and Saturday April 15th 8pm-10pm (live painting show at 8.30pm)

at Analog Wine Library (129 N. Race st, Urbana, IL)

Spring is here and with it, Boneyard Arts Festival, the largest art event in Champaign-Urbana. I’m excited to invite you to my new art exhibition: World of Wonders.

World of Wonders exhibition focuses on the healing effect of nature and explores lands from the West Coast, dreaming skies on the Midwest and Spain, and close up nature shots from the local scenery.

Where: Analog Wine Library (129 N. Race st, Urbana, IL)

When: Friday 9-10.30pm // Sat 8-10pm. Live show starting around 8.30pm

Add it to your calendar and forward this email to your friends now!