In preparation for my participation at the Cherokee Art Market, October 11 & 12, 2008, I’ve been excited about the fresh work that we’ll display. Speaking with a few artist colleagues, it was a feeling of anxiety that trying “new” stuff would scare away potential buyers. Another conversation with a trusted collector was the thought that nobody would remember or know me, at first a potentially frightening dilemma, however, it seems to be the possibility that I’ve been looking for. I need a new audience, I would actually be increasing the buyer base by including the inventory of “new” stuff, along with some recognizable Padilla styled artwork. Please accept this invitation to come out to view the “hot off the easel” originals; also I’ll be doing on site demonstrations in my booth area. Looking forward to all of that.