Technology Today

"Seasons"  30"x40" Oil on Canvas (currently for sale)

When I started painting full time back in 2006, I could never have imagined where I am today.  A lot of this is due to modern technology and the connections you can make anywhere in the world.  I've had people from Norway and Italy view my Facebook page.  I could have never imagined that this would ever happen in my lifetime, let alone being a visually impaired artist and getting out into the world via social media.  It amazes me that my images can be seen around the world and sent for submission to galleries, facilities and art shows with the click of a button.  Someone in my position, not being able to drive, looks at this as a definite blessing.

 I love being at art shows in person, but in my situation, travel, transportation and costs are always a factor.  A good part of social media has helped me to eliminate those burdens and function as well as any other sighted artist can.  Not only am I able to share my art on sites like Facebook, but I've reconnected with many people from my past, such as High School friends, and new friends that enjoy my art.  In conjunction with the social media sites, I can also direct people to BlindGuyStudios.com, and have them view art in progress, pieces that are completed, and works that are for sale and in print form.  Yay technology!  I'm constantly looking forward to the future and what this holds for me in pursing my dreams and goals as an artist. 

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