Empathy for Willie Loman
I had an appointment yesterday to show my work to a woman who's in charge of a gift shop at a new art museum. She has limited space and only wanted to see a few things. Since I weave, knit, and make jewelry, I wanted to show her more just hoping she'd find it interesting enough to market. She did not. She did take two woven scarves--one of the gorgeous turquoise metallic and beaded scarves and one rayon rose-colored. She liked the woven and felted purses, but wants them in the fall when she'll make room for them. No jewelry. And I made a new piece just to bring in for her to see. I know I sound a little whiny, but I can't help it. After being rejected by the first juried show I entered, my ego is a bit deflated. Plus, I've given out the information to other artists in my group, and their work is all over the gift shop. I seem to be very good at promoting and helping others, but not so good for myself. ...