BATS CLASS REQUIREMENT (BECOME FOLLOWER ON BLOG)

It is important for each class member to become a follower of my art blog.  This is our "Black Board" for homework, assignments and field trip information.   Additionally everyone should send me an email today. As always if you have any questions just email me at carlsart2010@gmail.com.  Most of the class has been given their current rating.  If you haven't email me today!  It is important for everyone to work their field, which is either art or business.  Right now it is important to get the highest synergy possible to build value and importance to your craft and name.  There are practical exercises coming up that your rating will play a direct role in your ability to navigate through the challenge.

Just like an athlete has to eat right, hydrate, get proper rest and practice their craft of exercise daily, you must do the same to get 100% of the benefits of this course.  Why does my art work sell for what it does?  I am putting in no less than 51.5 hours a week working my craft.  Meanwhile others that are investing 0 or significantly less time wonder why they are not in the spotlight or are BROKE.  So FAILURE is a decision that is made by wasting time and not heading the warning signs that are in front of an individual.  SUCCESS is having the intestinal fortitude to pursue a worthy idea relentlessly.  The INVINCIBILITY attitude comes with the constant success of winning big, against the tidal wave of personal and professional adversity.  ANYONE can experience this if they truly believe that they deserve it and are willing to blaze a new customized trail to their intended future.  One secret that I have shared with each of you is this.  Whatever level of investment that you are currently doing in your current craft is far from where you are supposed to be.  The norm for you is so much more!  This class will get you there if you work your craft and put in constant effort.  This class BATS is a one of a kind class and is not available anywhere else in the world!

Also at the same time the journey that I have been on, the haters have watched me as an artist go from conception to adulthood. There are several witnesses to my work ethic, dedication to building individuals and ability to create environments for all to win. Even with all that has been going on I am flexible, learning something new everyday and excited about the Ah-Ha! and new discovery moments.

Always remember, you can be handed the keys to the Porsche, it is up to you to get out of the bed and drive it.  It is your decision to race toward a brighter future or just stay in the garage and talk about what would nice or what could have been.

Positioning for the WIN!!! Chocolate Update!!!!

Today's water tests on the Chocolate Fountain were successful.   I have the data I need to design the interior of the fountain.  I ran water tests yesterday and today.  Stage 1 was concept drawing with 3D model
Stage 2 Final Drawings & First Tier Built,  Stage 3 Additional structures built & bisque firing,  Stage 4 Water Testing, Schematics drawn, preparations for wax/glaze firing, Stage 5 Inspection of glazed pieces, assembly with "plumbing" installed.  Stage 6  Water pressure test,  Soda test, Chocolate test, verify height of water head.  Stage 7  Adjust high angle arc for chocolate to flow.  Stage 8 Activate Chocolate Fountain and insert the very first STRAWBERRIES.  Stage 9 Invite friends and media to opening! Stage 10 Take a bow and prepare to go to DISNEY via Porsche.

BAT TEAM WEEK 2 IS ALMOST HERE

Hello Team

                  It is important to know what your current rating is for the upcoming week, practical exercises and tests.  1. Make sure you are accomplishing your daily and weekly milestones.  2. Capture those ideas in 2 formats written and electronic. 3. Don't give away art or ideas any more. 4. We will continue to build value. 5. Everyone needs to send me an email or call before midnight this Saturday.  6. I was planning a field trip for possibly next Saturday.  It will only be a short period of time approximately 1 hour.  Everything that you get will be FREE.  This field trip will help you with upcoming practical exercises. 7. This is the prep week for week 2.  Now is the time to ask questions. Email carlsart2010@gmail.com  Questions can always be asked in class.  It is important that our first hour doesn't get compromised with questions that you can ask me now.

Chocolate Fountain Water Tests Today

I know everyone has been excited about this project that I'm working on.  I will be testing the flow capacity of  the Chocolate Fountain today!  I'm eager to see the results and explore additional options.  The sky is the limit. 

BATS CLASS UPDATE (2X Studio Time this week)

The class has been AWESOME!  I have been able to cover a range of topics.  It has been fun using technology to teach!  Studio Time is now 2X this week.  It is very important for each student to manage their time wisely this week.  I'm expecting everyone to continue working your craft and building value. Review notes and continue to make future plans. All actions play a role in image, market and sales. Be prepared for interview and rating this week.  Be prepared for first tactical event next week. Everyone should be sending me an email this week.

BATS CLASS HOMEWORK 2 OCT 2012

Review all notes taken.  Be prepared for individual interview during next class. Gather ideas so a plan of success can be generated.  Check blog and website daily.  Keep working on your 20 hours of studio time.  Starting Monday we will be increasing studio time to 40 hours/week.

BATS CLASS HOMEWORK OCTOBER 1, 2012

Good Evening

                        Tonight's class was awesome!  It is important to remember that you are already a winner.  Check out the website and blog daily.   Review your syllabus.  Studio time starts tonight. I'm expecting everyone to be committing 20 hours a week working their craft.  Be prepared for interview on October 2, 2012.  Bring required materials to class. Come early!  Tonight we had 100% attendance, participation and everyone got an A on the first test.  Let's keep the momentum rolling! Review all of the notes that you have taken. Thanks for taking my first class at Gaston College.