As most of you know, I really wanted to continue moving forward with my 2013 waiting list, but I have come to the sad realization that for the time being, I will not have the time to take on new commission work.
At the end of last year, I was invited to be a part of "Splendor Device", an all female artist collective and we have several shows coming up this year. I am super excited about this project and the new opportunities to create and show my artwork. To be able to prepare for upcoming shows, I have to dedicate all my free time to painting (though some of those paintings may be in doll form, fingers crossed)
Will I stop working on custom dolls altogether? No, never. My dolls are my muses, after all. They inspire my artwork greatly. I will still keep working on personal customs in between paintings to keep me motivated, inspired and also allow me to experiment a bit more.
Also here's the good news for those of you who want one of my dolls: when I do finish a personal custom, I plan on either offering the doll to people on my waiting list (in numerical order, if someone turns it down I will continue down the list) or listing the doll on eBay.
At the moment I am trying to finish my commissions from 2012, I fell behind when I got sick from inhaling MSC fumes and I have plans to start painting in-between these commissions until they'r done. This year is definitely going to be a busy one for me and I really cannot wait to resume work on my waiting list.
I never imagined how well received my dolls would be. I am forever grateful to all my customers and fans. Love you guys!!!
Best Wishes,
Irene Garcia aka Sirenita
I'm so glad you're feeling better and the news about the art collaboration is awesome! You'll have to let all us LA peeps know of any show dates...But, argh, i was so close! :)
ReplyDeleteHUGE CONGRATULATIONS, that's such great news about the shows you have coming up. Can't wait to see your work (hope you will get chance to keep the blog updated / flickr posts with your artwork).
ReplyDeleteCongrats Irene! You are so lucky to be doing what you love. All the best this year, I would love to see your artwork too! :)
ReplyDeleteSo nice to hear you're involved in such a great project this year,congrats!
ReplyDeleteI was really looking forward to get a doll from you this year, I'm #29... so maybe someday :)
Love your artwork, so keep creating!
Congratulations! That's fantastic news for you. I'm number #25 on your list and was really looking forward to getting one of your amazing creations. I already have the doll:) Oh well, one day maybe.
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