>When It Rains, It Pours

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Yes, it's raining cats and dogs in Boston right now, but that's not what I'm referring to. A lot of wonderful things have been developing with my bead art lately, and I am very grateful for that. The latest news is that I've been presented with the opportunity to show my beadwork at a gallery in Sacramento, CA. I don't want to state the gallery's name just yet, but I will say that it is not your typical gallery. It is a tattoo studio/fine art gallery, and a woman from the gallery discovered my work on myspace. Hmmm... what better place to show art than at a tattoo parlor?

I did a little research, and discovered that this gallery has regular art exhibits, and they even have live rock music there on occasion, which is cool. Apparently, they are having a textile art show next month (I'm not sure of the date), and many different types of artists who manipulate fabric are going to show their work. I was told that the show has been publicized, and all of their contacts are have been informed. I asked about the fine print, and they responded by saying they have a contract which states they take a 20% commission if someone buys your piece. Due to the timing, and the fact that I have other pieces committed to other exhibits, I probably only have a few pieces that I could show there - my owl, flamingo, and great blue heron bead paintings. I guess if I sold one, it would be cool. And, it would be great for folks to have the opportunity to see my work in person.

So, should I do it?

I think I just answered my own question... :D