According to Molly Barnes of "How to Get Hung" (see below) one important thing to do is be sure to look like an artist. So I got to thinking what I could do to look more like an artist. What do you think? Does this work? Comments please.

Just got Juried into the Monmouth Festival of the Arts with this pallet knife oil on board called " Funky Flowers.

I have just found a link to listings for Atlantic and Ocean counties for Art related venues. Here is is - http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/ats/arts/e-b-lewis-brings-lottery-inspired-art-to-galloway/article_9d2aeaea-a24f-50e8-8deb-ea29b7bd1084.html  . Just copy and past in the address bar to view. If anyone has information about art shows, call for entries and galleries let us know.
Thanks

For those of you who are in the Toms River N J area here is a link to all the galleries in the area - http://local.yahoo.com/NJ/Toms+River/Retail+Shopping/Arts+Crafts/Art+Galleries . Just copy and paste. 

Also in downtown Tom's River there is a restaurant called The Cookie Cab -10 Washington St  Toms River, NJ 08753  (732) 244-0011. Helen Harris is the owner and an artist. She has space there to show art and is looking for artists to show.

Just had cataract surgery yesterday so I am working with one eye right now and missed posting yesterday. 
But back to GETTING HUNG,  Molly Barnes has a list of steps to take to get your work shown and into galleries. I will be exploring the list, one at a time.

# 1 Become actively engaged in the art scene.
Most of us are shy and self involved in our art and inclined to avoid the "scene" but we have to get out and make contacts.We have to attend all the openings and receptions that we can. We have to look like an artist and be able to express our vision. We need to find out who is who. Who controls the galleries and shows and find ways by hook or by crook to reach them.

If you are in a big city, it may be easier to find all the shows and galleries (ie. New York - The New York Times) but if not it becomes harder. I am in  New Jersey and there is no all encompassing list so I am going to try to develop one with your help. So please send me any art openings so we can share with us all. 

I have just come across a great book that deals with how to get your Photographic Prints,  Oil,  Watercolor or Sculpture shown in a gallery or art show.This is a constant issue for most of us.The Book is entitled "How To Get Hung" by Molly Barnes. It is a humorous title but a well written serious book. I will be sharing the insights over the next few posts. 

Well! Here I go. This is my first post. I am looking forward to sharing ideas about anything that will help us grow in our creative expression. I am looking for new ideas, new venues meeting  and sharing with other artists and art lovers.