"Mary in the Rain" copyright Ruth Armitage 2011 Acrylic on Yupo 9x12
For some reason I thought the weather was going to be sunny again today, and I had planned to work in the garden. I have some bulbs that need to go in the ground… grape hyacinths and snowdrops. I want them to have plenty of time to soak up all this RAIN and build their beautiful blossoms for spring.
Oh well, I guess I will work on something I keep thinking about doing, but always seem to shove to the back burner. Many times I notice people who are attracted to my work, but can’t seem to bring themselves to spend the money on themselves. I know art is hard to choose as a gift, so if you know someone who has been talking about acquiring a painting for soooo long but never seems to get around to it… I may have a solution.
I am now offering Gift Certificates, in varying dollar amounts. The certificates have no expiration date, unlike many from big-box stores. They may be used for artwork or classes offered here at my studio. They may also be combined with an additional cash payment. (Think of the gift certificate as the down payment… I do work with people on payment plans!)
The italics on the certificate under ‘no expiration’ read:
Ars Longa, Vita Brevis
Art is Long, Life is Short
I hope you will consider a truly long-lasting and original gift this year, something that can be passed along to future generations of art lovers. To purchase, simply click the paypal button below. You will receive an email with the pertinent paypal information, and I will mail (or email – your choice) this handsome certificate, customized to suit your needs.
Below is an excerpt from Mary Lou Zeek’s most recent newsletter:
Did you know?
When you buy from a locally owned business, rather than a nationally owned business, significantly more of your money is used to make purchases from other businesses, service providers and farms.
Non-profits receive an average of 250% more support from small business owners than large businesses.
Where we shop, where we eat and have fun; all of it makes our community home. One-of-a-kind businesses are an intergral part of the distinctive character of our community.
Small local businesses are our largest employers.
Local businesses often hire people with a better understanding of what they are selling and take more time to know their customers.
Local businesses are owned by people who live in this community and are less likely to leave, and are more interested in investing in the community’s future.
