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I am an artist that is just getting started in the Fine Art arena...my painting titled "La Pietra" won 4th place out of almost 2,000 entries for Kirklands-Next Great American Artist! I was surprized to hear that 72,000 people voted on-line! Thank-you so much for those of you who voted for me! This was my first experience of doing an art competition and I painted the piece specifically for the contest that my sons teacher had informed me about. I also delivered a painting to my first art gallery that measured 50x60" that will be featured in the front window! I am so excited...I love first time experiences! (update- the painting is SOLD!) I also sold my favorite piece "Fleur de Lis" 5x10'....it will be missed. My first Artist Exhibit was titled "Expressions of Westchase" and my piece was shown along with other Westchase Artist Society Members. The Tampa Tribune had a great article about the show along with the Westchase Magazine. One of my pieces will be auctioned off at the next Big Cat Rescue "FUR BALL"...this is such a GREAT EVENT!! I also specialize in CUSTOM PIECES...I am so honored to have an exclusive showing coming up in November at Tampa's Premier Gallery...this was my goal, my dream, and now I must get back to work so I am ready for it!