Wednesday, February 20, 2008

Winter Buying...Mission Accomplished!

Well, I have just returned from my third buying trip to the Phildalphia Buyers Market of American Art and Craft. I have to tell you that every time I go there I am overwhelmed by the incredible talent on display. There are so many talented artists in this world!

This year we focused on getting another jewelry artist and some more pewter work and succeeded. We also have more of the wonderful work by the Pennsylvania based studio "Wanna Buy a Watch?" that has been so popular in the gallery.

I had a great time at the market, not just because of the fabulous talent, but also because I got to spend time with my big sis. Shelly always turns these business trips into the most pleasurable events imaginabe! We had fun exploring the wares at the Reading Market, a place I highly recommend to adventerous types. It is also nice to spend time with her family there and this trip always coincides with her daughter's birthday.

Traveling was the usual winter nightmare, cancelled flights, lost luggage, delays and diversions. Luckily my big brother lives an hour south of Phildelphia so my diversion to Baltimore meant a bonus visit with him. There is something so very special about sharing memories and good wine with loved ones, I hope you all get a chance to indulge yourselves in something you enjoy too.

So, come by the gallery and check us out. The winter hours are still in effect, it was 16 degree below today when you factor in wind chill. Starting in March we will be open 5 days a week.