2023 Is Coming With Changes, Challenges, and Opportunities, Galore!

Today I woke up with my head full of what-ifs. What if tragedy strikes? What if we get 20 inches of snow? What if my world turns upside down and bites me on the backside? What if … ?

Not quite 20 inches but enough!

I’m a practical sort of person. I like to have a plan for my backup plan. But I have learned that for every plan I make, there is a universe of possibilities I have not accounted for. And then, I paint, write, or plot my next book because those are things I can control. Everything else will certainly change with or without my help.

#changes

2023 is coming with changes that include relaunching my websites into one site that provides at-a-glance information about my art, writing, and workshops. Blogging is easier because I can write about whatever is happening without creating two separate posts. You may know that each post comes with SEO and other marketing details that use up time I can better devote to creative work.

#challenges

The number one challenge for me this year will be to get my artwork in front of buyers. Last year I was juried into a number of art fairs in my home state. Even though sales covered the costs incurred, I can’t say I made a profit. More than that, I did not have follow-ups from visitors to my booths who, at the time, showed a sincere interest in the work.

Marketing challenges for contemporary art include:

• Identifying buyers

• Booking additional shows for 2023 and 2024

• Choosing art fairs that attract buyers for my style of work

#opportunities

I have a new book coming out in the spring of 2023. From Hothouse to Heaven is the second book in the cozy mystery series, Filthy Dirty Garden Gloves. I love writing these books, and there are lots of opportunities to share my books with readers. I can’t wait to hit the road for book talks across the state.

This year, I’ll push workshops, too. I don’t teach writing, but I help writers at every stage get started and keep going with their writing projects. Check out my list of workshops and contact me to schedule an online or in-person event.

I’m excited about where my creative energies will take me in 2023 and look forward to sharing my experiences with you in this new blogging format.