Hello dear readers, in case you're wondering why my blogging has gotten scarce the last few weeks, the reason is that I had two unexpected good things happening, plus the expected good thing, and this means I have to devote much time to them.

First, I'm working on making ready an exhibition of my work together with another artist. (See details in the "Exhibitions" section of my site.)

Second, I got a late invitation to take part in an art competition (great!), and am painting furiously to meet the deadline on Tuesday the 17th.

Third, I'm part of the team which is launching the Pastel Guild of Europe. A group of European pastellists are putting together this society for all levels of pastellists, and it is very exciting!

So I will have much to blog about when the period of intense work slows down at the turn of the month. Until then I will only manage one post per week, I'm sorry to say. I'd love to be able to write more, but a day still only has 24 hours, though I'm trying my best to apply for a total of at least 28 hours. :-)

Charlie