The Space Between Words

The Dancer, Oil 10x10

What isn't said is often more telling than what is.  The space between words in speech, the air between objects, and the rests between notes give a rhythm to whatever it is they are representing.  The cadence of life is not just in the busyness that gets things done but in the rest that allows enjoyment and reflection.

I've been thinking about space.  In my choice of artistic expression, painting, "negative space" is about the areas in between objects.  When one focuses on that space to render an object it is likely to be much more accurate than if you focus on the perceived thing.

Love is often about what sneaks up on you unknowingly.  Life slips in between the rhythm of our days, whispering its gentle messages.  The empty cave makes room for Light.

This is quite a ride!

Here are some photos from my week in Chicago.  I've developed a 7 Step Guide to Living a More Creative Life, put together a media kit and signed a book deal!  I also had intensive training in marketing and enjoyed networking with other business people from all over the world.

I'm hosting an event at my studio in the next few weeks to tell you what I'm up to.   It will be both fun and very informative!  Keep your eye on your events page for more info!

Me with Robert Allen, Best Selling Author

Jim Walsh, our mentor and instructor
coaching Dr. Roger Sahoury

We went non-stop!  Lectures, filming, speeches and
product development filled our days.

Here are some of my fellow speakers with Richard Tan (2nd
from left.)  He produces some of the largest speaking events
in the world.

Here are a couple of links that may be of interest:

 http://www.robertallen.com 
http://www.drsahoury.com

No, I did not pack my suitcase in the courtyard below my apartment.

Peek a boo! 

No, I did not pack my suitcase in the courtyard below my apartment.   I just wanted to show my new suitcase to a friend.  I'm quite a hands on person and like to use the real thing when I have it available.  So, I'm a little eccentric...

I'm all excited about my new suitcase.  After packing it with the colorful tops I need for filming my promotions in Chicago next week the inside looks like a box of candy.  There's no way I'll let you see the creative mess I've made figuring out what to wear, but I'll be super organized now.

It does look like a box of candy...

This all started when I went to lunch with my friend Meredith.  I was getting some administrative work done at home and was going to make the big mistake of working through lunch.  I ended up getting a call from a friend who was headed to the sandwich shop downstairs from my apartment, so I took a break.

 Meredith is interested in buying a new suitcase so I ran upstairs after we ate to get my freshly packed bag and went downstairs to do my show and tell.  Even I am not weird enough to randomly take my suitcase to lunch.

Boy we have fun!  Meredith was in tears as
I convinced Kristin to leave me with her
contact info:)

While I was giving my impromptu demonstration another friend came by.  She's moving on campus and may be interested in getting a little extra income....I'll be talking to her when I get home about the great business opportunity I have to offer.  We all went away shaking our heads with smiles on our faces.  

In the meantime I have the mundane task of taxes to finish.  I'll leave you with this.  I'll be back in a week and who knows what I'll have to report on then.  I really do love my life.  If I get bored with one thing I move to the other.  When I'm tired of dealing with all of it I always return to my art and head for the hills.  Adios!

Find me here: www.gigihillbags.com/mary-gailking

The "Marie" is featured in April's Oprah magazine and we have it for 20% off.  You can order straight from the link above.  Talk about win/win.