12 12 Gallery

Twelfth Night Celebration!

And on the twelfth night there was a party! We're throwing our first annual Holiday Celebration to  thank our  artists, friends, patrons and well-wishers for another great year and you're invited!

In addition to the Semtner, Coburn & Brooks shows currently  on exhibit, we will present other works, handmade stocking stuffers and scrumptious goodies and treats! The festivities begin at 12 12 Gallery, Wednesday, December 12 at 5:30 PM and will continue on through the evening until at least 8:30 PM.

Kindly RSVP to 804.233.9957 or email Martin on or before Monday, December 10^th to let us know you'll be here to join the festivities! We look forward to seeing you!

The Thanks Giving Season

By Krishanna Spencer

"Silent gratitude isn't very much use to anyone." - Gertrude Stein

I don't know about you but during holiday season many of my thoughts turn toward appreciating the blessings I've been given in this life.  As winter's chill creeps into the autumn days many of us spend more time indoors in quiet reflection.  Often it seems appropriate to begin the holiday season with a celebration of all the blessings we've received during the growing season.
 

Have you ever noticed how easy it is to focus on what we don't have than to praise what we do have right in the here and now? Perhaps it sounds trite to say but no matter what the circumstances in life are, I seek to recognize the blessings that come my way. Far too often I am prone to seeing the glass half-empty and constantly remind myself to be thankful for the blessings that arrive in the form of friends, loved ones, ideas and opportunities.  I learned many years ago to acknowledge those things that enrich and embellish my life. I have found this perspective fuels creativity and a happier, easier life for me.

 

"Really great people make you feel that you, too, can become great." - Mark Twain

 

Speaking for myself, finding 12 12 Gallery and having the opportunity to become involved with the process of growing a new gallery in Richmond's blossoming art community as well as meeting and getting to know so many truly talented people has been an inspiring and often touching ride. Words often cannot express how profound this experience has been for me.

 

Each of us at 12 12 Gallery want to take this opportunity to thank you and wish you a joyous holiday season and an abundant new year, replete with many happy returns. Without your support, patience, encouragement, and suggestions we wouldn't be learning to live this abundantly creative life.

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