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Paul (Dixie) Dean

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Well done Denise, so good to have your excellent artwork recognised and even included in a book , I’m not surprised as you are a excellent artist. 
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Marjorie Firth

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First of all, Denise, very well done for all you have achieved. My input....about 20 years ago I had a tiny local gallery with a friend where we sold our and other local artists' work. It was very exciting at first...then I realised I had to churn out what people wanted - local castles etc. It stopped me painting what I wanted! Also, commissions...horrendous, took up far too much time and fraught with anxiety. Had one very bad experience ( because I'm not business minded). Maybe you have to try things and make your own mind up. But why not join a club which has exhibitions, you can paint what you like and people can decide whether they want to buy . Our club now has a website which is updated regularly , there are only 13 in our club and not everyone participates in the site.( Howickartgroupnorthumberland ) I can only say, don't put pressure on yourself with other' s demands, enjoy your art and find a way to display it on your terms.

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Sylvia Evans

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How fabulous…really well deserved…🌻  
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Linda Wilson

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You are right Denise.  Fulfilling other people’s wishes is a hassle, or can be an interesting challenge.  You cannot be all things to all people, so perhaps at this stage you should do what you want until you decide what kind of art you really enjoy most and then advertise that.  But the timing is your decision.   It sounds as though you could be run ragged trying to please everyone, and sooner or later you will have to say to someone, “Sorry, I don’t do that kind of thing”.

Denise Cat

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Thanks Marjorie, Sylvia and Linda, I intend carrying on as is. I'm happy and still have tons to learn and experience to build. I will think about joining a local club Marjorie, I think that could be a good idea. Thanks for all your input.
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