Monday 15th April

Hi!

Today was the studio deadline day so I decided to go into uni early to set up my work and pretend to be organised. Although when I got in, the door to the staff room was locked and none of the tutors were in, and I couldn’t remember which wall I had booked in the corridor space! After wasting a bit of precious time trying to find someone to help, I then discovered that someone had put their massive painting in my space as it had been double booked. She couldn’t move it as she wanted it directly opposite her other massive painting across the corridor. After a while of wasting more precious time and energy running around stressing out I found another wall which seemed perfect for hanging my 3 paintings in a row.

I was quite pleased after putting them on the wall and felt satisfied with the result and positive comments from passers by.... until I came back later and discovered someone had put rows of tall thin sculptures in the passage way right infront so you had to actually do a bit of head dodging to see my paintings. Oh well at least the tutors will have a bit of fun marking it!

So, panic over, all seemed well. And that was when I remembered what I had forgotten. My two small paintings to put in my studio space! After wasting even more precious time walking home and back I was able to install the rest of my work in my studio space. Which I have to say didn’t look like much work as my space was still quite empty.

But I’m happy now since I can relax for a bit and enjoy the sun. Yes there was actually sun today!

A few quick thoughts on our Red Thread Trail Exhibition:

I was really pleased with the outcome of the Exhibition and the way all our individual styles came together in a unified show. The private view was a really enjoyable occasion and I was surprised with the amount of people who came and supported us. It felt like all our hard work was worthwhile. 

Jennie has been a great artist to work with. Her constant enthusiasm and energy has kept us all going though the ups and downs. Her experience and creative ideas has helped this project come together and flourish.

 

Nadjas motivation and determination kept the project focused and organised. She has held the goal in her mind and has helped us all believe in ourselves that it was possible. I have really loved working with Nadja.

I want to thank you both for your support and say well done!

Rachael