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Do You Share Your Art with Your Clients and Friends.... You Should!

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Real Estate Agent with California Lifestyle Realty DRE# 1780607

I began an oil painting class a few weeks ago and have really enjoyed it.  I have shared my progress on a few paintings on facebook... and the response has been really incredible... and fun! Because of my new hobby I have made so many new connections-- I have joined not only my art class, but a "women's art group", and connected with many art lovers as well.

It has been a wonderful experience and it has created a whole new avenue for meeting people and sharing a passion for art.  Here is my first painting... the 3 Amigos... from the beginning to near completion.

                                        

Almost finished... have a little more work to do and a signature of course! Don't be afraid to share you art with your family, friends, and clients... it will make it even more rewarding!

 

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Kathy Schowe   760.333.8886  California LifestyleRealty  California Lifestyle RealtySchowe Properties                                           

        

                  
                                   

Samantha Davault
Alexander Chandler Realty - Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth, TX

Kathy, what a fun thing to do.  I love the progression from start to finish and now you have made so many new connections.  Thanks for sharing your art.  I would like to see more.

Mar 13, 2011 06:43 PM
Valerie Baker
Exit Real Estate Professionals - Spokane, WA
Spokane Realtor

Love the painting!  I have a little studio all set up in my basement but I have the hardest time putting that first bit of paint on the white canvas! Thinking I might take it outside in the garden when summer comes.  If so, I'll be sure to share! :)

Mar 13, 2011 06:46 PM
Tony & Darcy Cannon
Aubrey and Associates Realty - Layton, UT
The C Team

Kathy, Those are great!  My stick figures wouldn't inspire anyone!  If I could paint like you do, I would do it.  My best shot at art is with a camera!

Mar 13, 2011 06:52 PM
Kathy Schowe
California Lifestyle Realty - La Quinta, CA
La Quinta, California 760-333-8886

Thanks for your comments... maybe we should start an art group on AR... or is there already one here?

Mar 13, 2011 07:44 PM
Kim Inman
Mountains to Lakes Real Estate, Inc. - Harriman, TN
CRS, Broker/Owner

Kathy...great job.  I like to doodle (draw on paper) when I'm on the phone and at other times too.  I've not taken classes but that does sound fun.  Keep up the good work!

Mar 14, 2011 03:20 AM
Paula Stills
Elite Realty - Rogers, AR
Full time Real Estate, Ready when you are!

Kathy Looks great, I love the ideal for meeting people I just have to find a different avenue.  I can't draw a straight line. .... You do great.....Make it a great day....

Mar 14, 2011 09:47 AM
Patricia Ward
Pro West Media Concepts - Modesto, CA

For just starting, it's impressive. What a great icebreaker too for clients to talk about. I tried painting years ago but gave it up and went to writing so I know its not easy to just start painting. Thanks for sharing. What's next project going to be?

Mar 14, 2011 12:46 PM
Kathy Schowe
California Lifestyle Realty - La Quinta, CA
La Quinta, California 760-333-8886

Thank you--- the next project will probably be something from the garden... I love my cactus and plants!  Here is my Crazy Yucca-- and it needs a follow up!

Mar 14, 2011 05:25 PM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Kathy,

Wow, this is quite some work, I am impressed.  You have another career ahead.  Krrp sharing yoru work with us, we are enjoying it. A

Mar 14, 2011 06:17 PM
Carrie Trotter
National Property Inspections - Dayton, OH
Home Inspector

I'm impressed Kathy! Very nice! I tried my hand at painting many years ago - without success! It was bad - really bad! So I just focus on my other talents. It looks like you have an eye for painting!

Mar 14, 2011 11:52 PM
Roseanne Campagna
John L. Scott RE Maple Valley, WA - Maple Valley, WA
Kent/DesMoines/Blk Diamond/Renton/Maple Valley, WA

Hi Kathy,

Glad I caught your post on sharing your art! I love painting - been painting for years! In fact my clients can opt for one at closing instead of something that would not last very long or have the care I put into it. Congratulations on your new adventure!

Roseanne

Mar 15, 2011 02:50 PM
Not a real person
San Diego, CA

Wow. Impressive. And nice. A painting of the home would make a nice closing gift for your Clients!

Mar 19, 2011 02:45 PM
Kathy Schowe
California Lifestyle Realty - La Quinta, CA
La Quinta, California 760-333-8886

Thank you all... Russel-- I have thought of the painting of the home.  You are right!  Great closing gift-- but am I gifted enough to make it really special... Hmmm. not sure.   K

Mar 19, 2011 05:28 PM
Patricia Ward
Pro West Media Concepts - Modesto, CA

Well, Kathy, don't sell yourself short! It doesn't have to be photo-realistic. Maybe 'impressionist' style? Give it some thought. We're all pulling for you!

Mar 25, 2011 05:37 AM