Busy Weekend
It has been a very busy past several days, all relating to the show that opened earlier today, featuring my boardwalk series. My last post documented the main installation, which was done this past Thursday. I was back in on Friday briefly- stopping by between classes to adjust the level of the framed pieces and use some wall putty to keep them in place.
Saturday I was expecting visitors, and that morning I was texted to say that they were up, had eaten breakfast, and were planning to be in Ocean Grove by 10:00. I didn't quite make that, but that was fine as they would just explore the main drag until I got there. Checked in by phone and walked toward the commercial district until I ran into them. Jenny and Susan are college friends, and I've known them since we were all teenagers. For years we all lived in the same house and I have seen them from time to time. Jenny came up almost a year ago, bringing her family, and discovering that my bragging about New Jersey pizza was backed up by the item itself.
Covered a lot of ground on Saturday. Started there in Ocean Grove (including studio building tour), then into Asbury for some sightseeing. (On her last visit, Jenny and her family were fascinated by the bits of Asbury's boardwalk they saw.) On foot, covered the ground from the Casino to Convention Hall, and back, then wandered down Cookman for more shopping. there we met up with a friend of Susan's who wanted to show us a show she had some works in, down in Spring Lake. Turned out to be the one I'm currently in at the Spring Lake Library/Theater. (When they wouldn't let us in the main entrance, my knowledge of the building helped us find an alternate route to the gallery) For pizza, I had planned to go back to Pete and Elda's, but this friend wanted to take them to Vic's. Not exactly the same, but also a very good place, so we went there. Got dropped off back at Jenny's car near the Carousel House, but it was still relatively early, so we decided to go get some drinks, and then to get some dessert. When all was said and done, we had spent time on the ground in Ocean Grove, Asbury Park, Spring Lake, Avon, Bradley Beach, and Red Bank.
Today was less hectic. My friends went out for pizza again for lunch (the place we didn't go yesterday), but I can get pizza any time I want. We all met up again at the gallery. The reception began at 1 pm, and several friends and family were in attendance. I would estimate about 50 to 60 people there at the busiest time. Lots of appreciation for my boardwalk prints, both for the style and the technical aspects. I look forward to getting the response of students and faculty there, who probably aren't aware there are art shows in the building.
I'll be taking a few days off from being at the show, but it will remain on display at Ocean County College for a few more weeks.
Saturday I was expecting visitors, and that morning I was texted to say that they were up, had eaten breakfast, and were planning to be in Ocean Grove by 10:00. I didn't quite make that, but that was fine as they would just explore the main drag until I got there. Checked in by phone and walked toward the commercial district until I ran into them. Jenny and Susan are college friends, and I've known them since we were all teenagers. For years we all lived in the same house and I have seen them from time to time. Jenny came up almost a year ago, bringing her family, and discovering that my bragging about New Jersey pizza was backed up by the item itself.
Covered a lot of ground on Saturday. Started there in Ocean Grove (including studio building tour), then into Asbury for some sightseeing. (On her last visit, Jenny and her family were fascinated by the bits of Asbury's boardwalk they saw.) On foot, covered the ground from the Casino to Convention Hall, and back, then wandered down Cookman for more shopping. there we met up with a friend of Susan's who wanted to show us a show she had some works in, down in Spring Lake. Turned out to be the one I'm currently in at the Spring Lake Library/Theater. (When they wouldn't let us in the main entrance, my knowledge of the building helped us find an alternate route to the gallery) For pizza, I had planned to go back to Pete and Elda's, but this friend wanted to take them to Vic's. Not exactly the same, but also a very good place, so we went there. Got dropped off back at Jenny's car near the Carousel House, but it was still relatively early, so we decided to go get some drinks, and then to get some dessert. When all was said and done, we had spent time on the ground in Ocean Grove, Asbury Park, Spring Lake, Avon, Bradley Beach, and Red Bank.
Today was less hectic. My friends went out for pizza again for lunch (the place we didn't go yesterday), but I can get pizza any time I want. We all met up again at the gallery. The reception began at 1 pm, and several friends and family were in attendance. I would estimate about 50 to 60 people there at the busiest time. Lots of appreciation for my boardwalk prints, both for the style and the technical aspects. I look forward to getting the response of students and faculty there, who probably aren't aware there are art shows in the building.
I'll be taking a few days off from being at the show, but it will remain on display at Ocean County College for a few more weeks.
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