Greetings!
In my last newsletter a few weeks ago, I laid out the super busy fall I had ahead of me, adding that I wasn’t sure how my blog schedule would be impacted. As I suspected, keeping up with the series of speaking events, mindfulness trainings, my 30-Day Mindfulness Meditation Challenge (we finished Day 30 this morning!), and preparing for my art show this Saturday did, indeed, knock my writing schedule off-kilter. I’ve missed connecting with you!
And today’s post, too, will just be a sort of touchstone. As winter descends, including our first snow today, the familiar feel of writing inspiration is also pulling at my sleeve. But it will have to wait a bit as I hurry to get ready to open my home this Saturday, November 17, from 3-6 pm for my Damselwings Photography Art Show and Fundraiser for BRAWS.org. Here are the details:
Damselwings Photography Home Art Show and BRAWS Fundraiser
Saturday, November 17, 2018
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
2203 Abbotsford Drive, Vienna, VA 22181
Along with my mindfulness-inspired fine art nature images (which Sibley Memorial Hospital chose this year to decorate its brand new Integrative Medicine Department), new products perfect for hostess, teacher, and “just because” gifts will also be for sale.
The ready-to-hang wall art on display can be ordered in the size of your choosing for delivery in time for the holidays.
Bring the magic of nature into your home, office, and protected outdoor living spaces as a daily reminder to take a breath, ground yourself in the present moment, and connect with the beauty in your midst.
If you have friends, acquaintances, colleagues, or clients who might be interested in this event, please share freely. I appreciate your referral!
Visit www.damselwingsphotography.com to preview a selection of my work. New images and products will be exhibited at the show. (In other words, I haven’t had time to load the new work onto the website — coming soon as well.)
SUPPORT BRAWS AND GET A 20% DISCOUNT!
This year’s event will support the Vienna-based non-profit Bringing Resources to Aid Women’s Shelters (BRAWS). Bring a donation for BRAWS and receive a 20% discount on your Damselwings purchase. How? Read on…
BRAWS donations can be a financial contribution via their website at www.braws.org (show a receipt of a contribution made between Sunday, Nov. 11 and Saturday, Nov. 17)
OR
Bring any of the following items to our collection box at the art show:
• Brand new bras (tag on only)
• Unopened boxes of tampons, pads, and pantyliners for all ages and sizes
• Unopened packages of underwear (or tag on)
Questions? Email martha@damselwings.com or call 703-919-4230. Can’t make it on the 17th but would like to see the artwork? Just let me know and we’ll set up an appointment.
If you live out of town but would like to make a financial contribution to BRAWS, you are also eligible for the discount!
Here are some of the new wall art images and products that I’ll be unveiling at the home show (all images shown below are printed on metal):
Old Growth Redwoods at Muir Woods National Monument
Dahlia Unfurling Series (or Story of Awakening)
Dogwood Series
Plumeria in Bali
Lotus Blossom in Pura Taman Saraswati Water Temple, Ubud, Bali
Koi in Bali Water Garden Palace
Siberian Iris
The Ent (for Lord of the Rings fans — otherwise known as The Creature Embodied in a Stick Martha Found While Walking Apollo)
New journal collection! Lined on one side, blank on the other. $14
Sepia Blossoms Coaster Set. $20
Spring Blooms Coaster Set. $20
Redwoods and Dogwoods (new greeting card set!). $14 for 1 box of 8 cards, $25 for 2 boxes (can mix with other boxed sets)
I’m happy to ship to you! Since these are not yet on my website, just shoot me an email or reply to this post and I’ll set you up.
Signing off now to continue my prep work for the show! Hope to see you there!
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