August 30th Last Time Chocolate Fountain at Gaston College

August 30th will be the last day to see the Chocolate Fountain at the Gaston College Dallas Campus!  I will be show the current exhibit work at another location. Thanks for all of the feedback, purchases and media! :)

Entertainers, Tams, Big Joe & the Dynaflows Awesome Success

A special thanks to everyone that came over to my table to look at, purchase and comment on my work.  As an artist, feedback is gold!  That's why I make sure that I have a plethora of mediums for you to choose from.  Acrylic Paintings, Various Prints, Ceramics, Composite Shield & Leather.

I enjoy the entire concert.  Again being the "Artist" for the event has its advantages! :)  "Thank you Jesus!"  Worked my craft over 180 hours this past week!  Keep Winning!!!!

Working on Limited Edition Print

I have been working on a Limited Edition Print for the WSGE, Beach, Rhythm & Blues event.  I have been working several ideas from original drawings to digital work.  I have been blessed to be able to get written permission from the artists to use their image.  I'm grateful for that opportunity because it has given me other options to make this project very unique and personal.  I have been working my craft for 80+ hours a week.  I have also decided to dive into a new medium for me...leather.   I have been working leather for a short time now.  I'm getting growth, tremendous experience and confidence. I'm enjoying it! :) Keep Winning!

SOLO EXHIBIT CLASS SCHEDULED FOR 22-25 July 2013

The Solo Exhibit has been reschedule for 22-25 July 2013.  Gaston College Dialpiaz Bldg.  Any questions about the course contact Instructor Carl Childs at carlsart2010@gmail.com.  This course is going to prepare the artist to complete their Solo Exhibit.  A Solo Exhibit is a graduation requirement for a AFA, BFA & MFA.  Students, parents and teachers at each level are welcomed.  For the seated class at Gaston College, there is a age requirement of 16 years old minimum.  Any junior artist should have their parent or guardian contact me to make arrangements for Solo Exhibit instruction.  Be ready for the challenge

Additionally for this class only: 
Personal Management will be taught during this class.
Limited Edition of Solo Exhibit Book available
Continued learning/meeting after seated class
Search for location to schedule Solo Exhibit
Possible media, press release

Solo Exhibit Sign Up

 Today & tomorrow are sign up days for my Solo Exhibit class.  The class will start Monday 8 July 2013.  I expect every student to bring goals, ideas and questions to class.  Contact me at Carlsart2010@gmail.com if you have any questions.  Keep Winning!

Weather the Storm

It is critical to keep the main thing the main thing.  When you make the decision to have a focus or focal point in your life, you are committed.  When you are committed, you are convinced and see the path to success.   t Staying on that path leads you to victory.  You have to also know that you deserve the best things that life has to offer.  Ironically, some people have a very hard time accepting or receiving the best.  Several people at the same time have problems doing things of excellence.  Just like a ship, set a course and plan your journey well in advance before you "Set Sail". Keep WINNING!

Stay Focused Until the End!

Have you ever run a race?  The first 1/2 mile and the last 1/4 tend to be where you really have to dig in.  Why is that?  When every you are transitioning into something new, different or a higher level is is going to create change.  How you handle the changes are up to you as an individual.  Running is having the ability to manage serious stress on the body.  The great thing about it is that once you complete that level of stress.  The body gets used to that level and demands more.  Your body and mind can be conditioned for you to soar...win!   This method can be applied to any challenge that we may face in life.  It is a personal decision to take the high road and win, instead of accepting failure.  When you are used to going through the storm, you know what is on the other side.  The journey will vary in length and you can see it through to the end.  Be patient, consistent and have a fire for what you are doing!