I love local art shows. Now, don’t get me wrong. There can be plenty of kitsch, lots of bad food and music that can drive you spinny! But if you have the patience to walk through all the aisles, you might just surprise yourself. And talk to the artists! I have made new friends with many of the young (and old!) jewelry artists who ply their craft at their local art shows.

And some of these artists travel quite a distance to reach the show. The better the show, especially if it is a juried art show, the more miles they may have traveled to participate in it. I’ve said this before, but it becomes more important with each passing month. Support the artists among us. Creative people are needed more now than ever. I firmly believe that the key to any economic recovery is an entrepreneurial spirit. Artists who make a living by their craft deserve a lot of support!

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