So much gratitude for the opportunities of 2023!
On January 1st, 2023, I secretly set the goal of “actually” trying to get my art “out there.” (Note the very general wording to allow for an easy exit strategy if it wasn’t going well.) There was so much potential for failure and rejection in this goal that I didn’t dare tell anyone. I’m not saying 2023 was anything monumental, but it was certainly a directional shift for my art. Hundreds of strangers laid eyes on my bird portraits. A few strangers purchased a few of said portraits. And most importantly, I rekindled the desire to show my work and generated more momentum in one year than the last decade combined.
Franny’s Bistro - Camden, Maine
Work currently on display
What did I learn this year? Well, I already knew this, I just felt cringey applying it to my art… but you have to ask for what you want. If a place has empty walls, ask if you can show there!
Triangle Gallery - Rockland, Maine
July 2023
Wolfpeach - Camden, Maine
August 2023
Mixed Greens - Camden, Maine
Work currently on display
Camden National Bank - Rockland, Maine
October 2023
Triangle Gallery - Rockland, Maine
December 2023
To everyone that supported and encouraged me, and to everyone that took the time to go to these shows - I am so grateful. And to the special ones that allowed me the opportunity to share my work - you are so kind, I can’t thank you enough.
And if you have a space that could use a few bird friends to liven it up, do not hesitate to get in touch with me! Send an email to lily.k.hamill@gmail.com.