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“What if funky, confusing, lonely, gray days…”

Magic Window photo/digital painting by Debra Cortese

"Magic Window" photo/digital painting by Debra Cortese

Just had to share today’s “Thought From The Universe” (via Mike Dooley.)*

“What if funky, confusing, GRAY, Lonely days were just
part of a “system” that,
in turn, created BRIGHT, RICH, H:-)PPY, FRIENDLY days?

What if they were just meant to give deeper elements of
your creativity a rest?

What if they were deliberately crafted holidays, of a sort,
devised by your inner psyche to relieve you from the pressure
of artificial expectations?

Would you still bemoan them, wonder what’s wrong with you,
or fear that they’ll never end?

Or, would they kind of tickle you pink?

You party animal, you –
my daily “Note From The Universe”*

PS: “I knew “tickle” would get your attention!”
.

* I only recommend products or services that I have experience with,
believe in and support. When you click on this link and make a purchase,
I will receive a referral commission. This is one of the ways an artist can
earn a little extra income and support her family!

You’re Invited to our Holiday Art Bazaar on Sat. Dec 5th

f<em>or more info and to see samples from all 15 artists, click the card image above</em>

If you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed with so many events this week, but still want to get out, see fabulous art and maybe even do a little holiday shopping…you will definitely want to visit our One-Night-Only, Holiday Art Bazaar on Sat, Dec. 5th at the Mutiny Hotel in Coconut Grove, Florida.

The Bazaar starts at 6 and runs until 9 pm. Arrive early, enjoy complimentary champagne and chocolates, meet the artists, see original paintings and prints, sculpture, designer handbags, custom made jewelry, reiki demonstrations, and much more…all created by the following local and international artists:

Shari Beffingham, Leo Casino, Debra Cortese, Laura Cerwinske, Karen Deilke, Pauline Goldsmith, Carol Haggiag, Atena Komar, Monique Lassooij, Maria Napoles, Irina Patterson, Valentina Ramos, Maui Reple,  Fevi Reyes, Eileen Seitz, Harry van Gestel.

The Mutiny Hotel is presenting this event as part of their Pure Imagination program in conjunction with the monthly Coconut Grove Art Stroll. You can also enjoy poolside cocktails and even stay for dinner at Atchana’s East/West Kitchen, located right on the premises and just a few steps from the Holiday Art Bazaar!

To see samples from all of the artists visit this blog post and our Holiday Art Bazaar event page on Facebook.

Where else can you enjoy complimentary champagne and chocolates, hear great live jazz, wrap up your holiday shopping with delightfully unique art gifts and not have to pay an admission charge?

Mark you calendar right now for Saturday night, December 5th and join us at The Mutiny Hotel, 2951 S.Bayshore Dr, Coconut Grove, FL 33133.

Many of the artists will have special offers available only during this event!

For example: I’ll be showing my line of handbags and, for this event only, when you BUY ONE bag at the regular price of $130. you can get a 2nd bag at 50% off! Click here to preview Cortese Design Bags.

Holiday Art Bazaar: FREE Admission. Valet parking ($8.00 – a bargain most anywhere in Miami!)

Just posted Pauline’s Painting News in the comments below. Here’s an image from one of the cards Pauline will have at the show. Package of 4 amazing botanical images @10. Great Stocking Stuffers!

Tropical Botanic Art Greeting Cards - Goldsmith Galleries

Tropical Botanic Art Greeting Cards - Goldsmith Galleries

Art Licensing information

I’ve been learning with artist, Tara Reed and she has partnered with Paul Brent. Today, I’m working on updating and improving my art for licensing web pages and listening to Tara’s interview with Paul Brent.

It’s a free online audio file and every time I listen, I get another piece of information that is moving me forward. I’ll be contacting a very special referral next week and my web pages must be in tip top shape for this! SAMPLE FLOWERS AND TREES ART PAGE HERE

Listen & Learn to license your art at AskPaulBrent.com

Learn more about coaching with artist, Paul Brent

SUMMER SALON, a visual feast of art in Coconut Grove

‘Summer Salon’ Opening Reception, June 6th, 7-10 pm at Windisch-Hunt Fine Arts, Coconut Grove, FL
Join the Miami Art Marketing Salon artists for an opening reception that features a collective
exhibition of over 24 artists on Saturday, June 6th from 7 to 10 pm at the
Windisch-Hunt Fine Art Gallery, 2911 Grand Avenue in Coconut Grove, FL. 
Live music, performance art (poetry, designer balloonist, fashion show), a feast of visual art and a few fabulous surprises! 
Read more about the Miami Art Marketing Salon (based on ArtBiz Coach, Alyson Stanfield’s free online course) and the participating artists at: https://debracortese.com/?p=568
The SUMMER SALON art exhibition runs throughout the month of June.

“I’d Rather Be In The Studio”
Marketing & Business for ARTISTS by Alyson Stanfield

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Mother’s Day – Gift Certificates – always the right size!

click on image to order, or for more infomation

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Select a Gift Certificate in the amount of your choice and your recipient
can shop for paintings, limited edition giclees, fine art prints, and posters, and cards,
or they can choose from over 20 designs on 5 styles of
Nature’s Energy Cortese Design Handbags

You will be able to choose the dollar value of your gift
when you click the order button below.


NOTE: The Gift Certificate shown here
is issued through my safe, secure Paypal merchant account.

Contact me at: debra@debracortese.
You can also order by phone: 305-665-2528

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