don't forget....you're always on the right track

Well, I survived move #1...my studio. Now, I'm involved in move #2. My house. After we started moving my studio, it became very apparent that we were going to need a much bigger home than our beach house. While this was a extremely hard decision to leave the ocean...it had to be done. Being, a typical Pisces, I long to be close to the water. We found a gorgeous home on the marsh...but for some odd reason, it didn't have a bathtub in the master bedroom. This was the deal breaker for me. I have to have my long meditative soaks for sanity reasons. So, we continued our search. We came across a pretty house in a nice quiet neighborhood, less than a mile and a half away from the beach house. It had lots of room, a big garden tub, and a secret huge room upstairs that was destined to be Wyanne's home studio. We met the neighbor next door, and it was clear to me...that this was where I was supposed to be. She was an artist also, and a positive kindred spirit whose inner light radiates all the time. I knew it was home.

It's funny how sometimes you just know something is right...without any doubts. The Universe sends you such clear signals. Yet, other times...it takes you a little more time to realize something was meant to be. Everyone has been so concerned about me leaving my big gorgeous loft studio....and I have to admit, I was a little concerned at first. But, the Universe knew what it was doing. You see...when I first visited this Island back in 2006....one of the 1st places I visited was the Blue Door Artists. I was mesmerized by the quality of artwork produced there and the highly creative environment that the artists shared. I thought about moving here, and becoming one of the Blue Door Artists. But, self doubt, ability to play well with others, and too much possible drama fears, got in the way. I let the thought go. When we did decide to move here in 2007, I didn't even pursue it. But, the Universe didn't forget...and eventually got me where I originally hoped to be. Even though, I had temporarily forgotten. Now, I'm really proud to say I am one of those Blue Door Artists.

I used to wake up every morning and look at the ocean. It was quite magnificent, and just what the doctor ordered to de-stress our crazy previous life in Atlanta. I thought I would miss it...but I really don't. I wake up now and see this amazing tree outside my window. It has jagged branches, that jut out every sort of way, and secret little hollows. It's lightly kissed with Spanish moss and reaches tall up to the heavens. I've spent more time looking at that tree every morning than I ever did the Ocean. I couldn't figure out why....and then I realized that it reminded me of my summers spent in Savannah as a child. My Grandmother's backyard was filled with the same types of trees and spanish moss. I thought it was beautiful then...I wanted a backyard just like that one day. I grew up, my life took many twists and turns...just like those tree branches, and I forgot. Luckily, the Universe didn't.

Love to all from my new home,
WyannePin It

first friday and a new video...

Yesterday, was the first Friday in November. Now, that I've joined the Blue Door Artists...I've learned that First Fridays are a big deal. The entire gallery space is transformed with new work, things tidied up, newspaper write-ups, hor dourves, and lots of people.

I wasn't quite prepared. I spent most of the week, trying to unpack boxes and figure out where even the simplest of shipping supplies, like a tape gun had disappeared to. My shipments had backed up from the move, and I had to try to dig out. So, I'm afraid I wasn't there to help out the other artists prepare for such a big night.

I had to rely a lot on my new studio roommate Casey Matthews to rehang our area, clean and send JPEGs of my work to the local newspaper for me. She is the best!

By the time I arrived to First Friday, I was a scattered mess. I didn't have as much work as the other artists to display, and I mistakenly brought an apple pie, instead of finger food. Oops.

I promise to get my act together for the next First Friday.

It's been a little difficult moving from a 1000 square foot studio to less than 300 square feet. We're also moving out of our house, to another house in a couple of days. But, it is just around the corner, and a slow move that will go on until the end of the year. With that move, I will have a new home studio, as well! But here's a shot of my new Blue Door studio that I share with Casey, taken last night.


This is Casey's area. Wine Husband seems to think we're going to kill each other in such a small space...but I think it's going to work out great for both of us.


We had lots of people at First Friday. They all got to part take in a scavenger hunt for a $100 gift certificate. People had to go around to each artists work and find the clue in their paintings.


Later, Wine Husband (who brought me roses for the opening), Casey, and Michael went to our favorite restaurant for dinner. I finally relaxed and had a great time. Today, I took the day off and worked on a new video for you. I hope you enjoy it.



Monday, I plan to be back in full swing at the new studio.

Love,
WyannePin It

blue door artists....

Come join us this Friday Evening for the First Friday Art Walk & Studio Tours.
Come visit and see where your favorite island artist creates.

It is our 4 year Blue Door Anniversary Celebration: We will be introducing our newest artist, Wyanne Thompson, and hosting a scavenger hunt. The winners will be drawn at random to win a $100 gift Certificate
redeemable with any of the Blue Door Artists. (this might come in handy when we have our small works show next month!)

The Island Interpretations Show runs through December.
205 1/2 Centre Street, Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach
Regular hours are Monday - Saturday 11-5PM, and by appointment.
We will resume Sunday hours in December (12-3), in case you need to fulfill your artsy holiday needs.
For more information please visit our website: www.bluedoorartists.com,
or call our general information number (me) 904-556-1119.


Come see me, if you are in the area! Can't wait to show you my new creative space!

Love,
WyannePin It

where's wyanne?

Bet you've been wondering where I've been! Hopefully this video will answer your questions and give you a little update. I promise to write more soon.

Love,
WyannePin It