perseverance

there is a story in the NY times about a 94 year old lady who has been painting for six decades (that is 60 years!) and finally this year she is the hot painter in some circle.

I am not sure what all of the lessons should be, but to me it is just a mind blaster. She is still painting at 94, that her work that has been ignored for decades has suddenly become very "modern" (whatever that means) and wildly collectible.

And talk about dedication. Artists don't always want fame and fortune, but it is wonderful if a few appreciate your work. She made her first sale of a painting whenshe was 89.

Best to you Carmen.

She is a good role model for aging artists!

For the full story: http://www.discontinuedbrandnameyarn.com/

oops, try this one:

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/20/arts/design/20herrera.html?_r=1&scp=1&sq=herrera&st=cse