She talked at length about most of the well known social networking platforms, blogging, video and on-line store communities, giving a flavour of each to enable the individual to decipher what is for them.  I have been toying with the idea of joining Facebook for a long time now but haven’t got around to it for a lack of time and because of how my art, and my family and my life in general seem to be my priorities.  We concluded Facebook is more of a communication tool between friends for updating each other on their latest social activities and not really geared toward marketing, which is what I feel I need to be concentrating on at present.  So Facebook (for the time being) receives the ‘thumbs-down’!  However…………I was really intrigued to hear more about Twitter and I do think I will give it a go!!  It’s simple and quick and makes staying in touch and connecting a bit of fun!

Prior to rushing out this evening, I have made another fresh start.  So far here I have worked up on a board some Gutta, shredded tissue and toilet paper(!), and gesso – all ready for a bit of colour next.  Can’t wait to get some vibrancy into this!  Oooooh – I love my work!!!  xx

Tulips on black - ready to go!

My Dear Friend Peggy. Mixed Media. 30 x 40cm.

There are so many Social Networking sites about these days, it’s really hard to know which ones to join.  It’s hard to guess which ones will be of value without frittering hours away gassing (not that I don’t like a good natter!!).  Like life isn’t hectic enough already juggling work and family life.  So of course, I joined another group today on Ning.com (thanks to Lou!) with Gary Reef, another mixed media artist!  I’m still familiarising myself with it but it does look inspiring and he teaches techniques too which I am always eager to learn as I am still finding my feet.  But I really must stop joining any more!!  Stop it Sue – Now!!  But I do intend to join Facebook, and maybe e-cademy!!  Noooo – Stop!!In between gossiping though, I have managed to create another painting.  I’m really pleased how this has turned out as it was a bit experimental.  The original idea was just a scribble I put down on paper one night when I was doodling with my daughter.  I wanted to capture the mood between two special friends.  I have never had a horse (let alone a Pegasus – how ace would that be!) and I am in awe (if not a little afraid) of them for their magnificent power.  But I know plenty of girls who love their horses and have this special relationship which I have tried to create the feel for.