I’ve had an incredible amount of resistance to Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, etc. I think a lot of it has come from not understanding the media and not understanding that there are really people behind it all. When you’re staring at a screen and typing on a keyboard, it really can be easy to forget the human element. After further delving into Facebook and Twitter I’ve found it’s really about building community, connections and sharing information.
Cheralyn Watson first talked to me about twitter and I found it tempting but I resisted… “Oh, it’s going to suck up my time which I don’t have enough of b.s.” I do think it’s important to monitor one’s time online but with a bit of time invested, it can be well worth the outcome… When Bobbie Altman mentioned to me how much she was learning about the local art community, I couldn’t help but join twitter and to my delight because of this I was featured on Sub-Studio Design Blog. Such a treat! Thanks Anna and Sub-Studio Design!
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Leah, It has been great fun getting to know you and your art this past year. Having you on the Board of Alameda Women Artists has been a great asset to the group. You created a wonderful website for us, http://alamedawomenartists.org/, and we have been doing things with the group that we have talked about for years.
It is hard to find artists willing to go to marketing seminars with, as you did with me in San Rafael. I am moving forward with my work and getting into a book and magazine this year………….love your blog and watching your artwork progress…. What site is the blog from? Bonnie
I am not sure how this works, so I may be repeating myself. Love your blog and love watching you progress in your artwork. Keep on creating!
Bonnie
Thank you so much Bonnie! I’m very touched by your words. I really enjoy being a part of Alameda Women Artists and I continue to learn so much from you. I admire your leadership and your continuing progress with getting your work out into the world!
xo
Leah