I think the Studio Tour is my favorite art event of the year, a laid back affair where the public runs through over 50 studios throughout East Austin and not only sees the work, but has a chance to talk with the artists and see the spaces in which everything is made.  A side bonus to the small band of art buyers in Austin is being able to purchase art without the exorbitant 50% commissions galleries charge. 

This year's crowd seemed pretty robust, split over two days, and were an enthusiastic bunch interested in everything they saw.  I talked to a bunch of new folks, old friends and fellow artists over the two days, and had a great time.  I just hope everyone keeps coming back and makes it a point to see some of the other great shows happening throughout town regularly.

I tried balancing my hosting duties on Saturday with a running log, on the dryer Sunday I was a bit busier with larger crowds and a beautiful girl by my side, but was able to string together some words as well on the second part.  Here's what was going through my mind this weekend:

1 PM Slow rain hampering traffic.  Those braving the elements seem enthused.  Just cooked up eight hot dogs while serving them listening to a remix of Queen's 'Another Bites the Dust' mixed with the recently deceased ODB's 'Baby Got Your Money'

5:55 PM The last few folks have officially left the building.  The first day of the  tour, rain drenched, soggy and whatever other watery adjective you'd like to use was a huge success.  A slew of names magically appeared on my email list, and the people I talked to seemed to appreciate my work.  Tomorrow is another day, we'll see what happens.