On Friday, February 6, 2009, my dear friend, Shari Beaubien's first one woman show opened at the Creative Arts Center in Burbank, California.
I thought the show was a tremendous success. Although a cold winter rain pounded down, a good number of people braved the weather to attend. The venue did a wonderful job showcasing Shari's work. Everybody I met was astounded by Shari's talent. (I of course was not since I have been a fan from the start.)
To top the evening off, Shari drew three names for door prizes. I was thrilled to be one of the those names and I got to take home a print of one of Shari's paintings. I chose Wishes of Grandeur. Below is the original:
Journeys of the Heart was the perfect name for this exhibition. It encompasses the struggles that Shari went through to find her heart's work, painting. And the peace and love that lives there now that she has found it. I can only hope that each one of us has the courage to find our own heart's work and to not be afraid to pursue it.
Congratulations Shari. I can't wait to see what you create next.
Be sure to check out Shari's blog, Painting By Heart.
