We attended our first Crafty Fest at ArtPool Gallery in Saint Petersburg, FL on Central Ave. It was a stressful couple of weeks getting everything together. Many props go to Joey, my newly appointed Art Manager, for pulling things together. Also thanks goes to Keith and Debi for helping out too. Though we sold absolutely nothing, this was a great opportunity to network, gather information, be among other creative and talented folks, and set up future events. Joey was diligent as my promoter as he went out into the Saint Pete Pride crowds, and passed out flyers and free MikeJenkinsDesign swag. Quite a few neighbor booths came over to pass on kind words and advise.

Though it was scorching, and exhausting - our day went from 10am to 5pm both Saturday and Sunday (and we also attended the Pride parade at night on Saturday) - it was well worth the effort. Now to prep for 4 more shows  - the Indie Market, Artwalk, Gulfport Market, and the Enigma Club event.

"A Snowman Screwed" is an 11 x 14" acrylic painting done in 2003. It was a fire and ice project, and is an epitome of my sci-fi fantasy tastes. It is one of my favorite "babies" which accounts for its hefty price tag. It's also been featured on the cover of the Sarasota, Florida Edition of Weekly Planet in December 2003, as well as the Atlanta, Georgia Edition of Creative Loafing.