Linc - It's in the Bag

Side One - Robin

Side Two - Her Nest

The Robin and Her Nest
I decided to paint a bird theme for this year's donation. The event is coming up:

"It's in the Bag 2009"

Thursday, November 5th at The Westin Richmond

"It's in the Bag" is a unique and popular event in Richmond, VA, auctioning casual and evening handbags designed by creative, artistic and philanthropic individuals. Proceeds benefit LINC's clients who turn to LINC for personalized advocacy and services.

Check out the LINC website for more info or tickets.

LINC Bags

Earlier this fall I was asked to paint a hand bag for a local charity auction known as LINC which is dedicated to helping local women with breast cancer. I was honored to be asked to paint a bag, but a bit unsure on how to go about it since I had not designed a painted purse before.
I originally came up with my moth design. I began to get nervous as the deadline approached that people might not bid on a "moth" bag. The fact that celebrities such as Sarah Jessica Parker and Adrianna Trigianni were also donating bags felt a bit intimidating. I suppose I was suffering from a case of artist insecurities.

"Pillow Princess" hand painted wooden purse in acrylic

"Fancy Flight" hand painted wooden purse in acrylics
I decided to go ahead and send along my pampered pooch bag as well. Hopefully these will help bring in funds for a wonderful cause.