Hi friends The summer 2009 starting off well, got to hear that I have been shortlisted for an award at Patchings Art Competition with my little Ring Plover on Snail Shells. Paul has sold 5 paintings so far, I have sold 8 paintings, nearly three months into our season. Yes, the ferry prices have been slashed by 40% to the Outer Hebrides, we have had 50% more bookings, and 100% more email enquiries. Have done some painting tuition for B&B guests and sold loads of Prints and cards. All tourists are full of compliments for our artwork and hospitality, and altogether very nice guests visiting us, from all parts of the world.