So happy about this! At the opening reception for Artistry‘s 39th Annual Members’ Juried Art Exhibition in Bloomington on Friday, my piece ‘Youth1’ was awarded with ‘Best of Show’.
I wouldn’t say I work for moments like this one, but to hear juror and artists Jehra Patrick (program director for MN Artists) read out my name at the very end of the awards ceremony was a spectacular feeling. It just feels wonderful to be rewarded in this way for many years of working, persevering, applying, and being rejected just as often as being accepted. I feel honored and grateful for this award, and everybody’s support that got me here!