Driving time or starring into space or even quietly isolating in a crowd are moments alone.  They provide time and space to think.   People often say artists “are different” or see things in a way that other people don’t see…could it be those same people never allow their minds to roam aimlessly or fully process the stimulation around them…or is it true we really do think differently.  Driving 8.5 hours yesterday left me feeling relaxed, inspired and rejuvenated.  The moon in the panhandle of Texas followed me into Amarillo…a place I had never been until this past month.  It’s quiet here, full of open space and peaceful…or is it just those quiet moments to think that make it seem so special.  Either way…time alone in one’s own head  is what refuels and nurtures the spirit. 

A huge thanks to the Fountaine Studio Tour and the New Milestone Foundation for hosting a lovely art opening at the Ashton resident lounge on August 19th.  Some of Austin’s best dressed were among the celebrities involved in the “fashion week” highlighted in Austin that night and were among the crowd opening night.  The facility was beautiful and the  food provided by Piranha Killer Sushi was the best I have eaten. 

Myself, Andrew Long, Court Lurie,  Rene Norman, Linda Dumont, Chris White and Susannah Blanton were the artists in attendance.  Our art was received from all with much applaud and great reviews. What a successful and enjoyable evening for everyone.

For information about classes and workshops, please email me: sharon@sharonkylekuhn.com or visit www.bay6studios.com to register.

Artists’ Reception Thursday, August 5th, 2010 at a beautifully decorated space tucked away in the trees at 4238 Bee Caves Road…

The Gallery at Fine Austin Living.

Five of my encaustic pieces are featured along with the work of Todd Van Duren, Nina Mihm, Dan Kaplan and Jennifer Chelstrom. Please join us from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.