Thanks, Birdie

Unfortunately this post doesn't reflect the same attitude as one of my previous entries, nor the image above. I've been pretty down in the dumps lately. A shade of blue, one might say. I'm having such a difficult time trying to find a job and it's hurting not only my bank account but my body as well. It's not just art related jobs either. Even businesses around Minneapolis aren't looking to hire anyone. I picked up an application for Barnes and Noble, and for a Kowalski's Market. Everyone is prefacing handing the application to me with "you know, we're not really looking to hire anyone...". To which I have to reply, "That's okay I'll just fill one out anyway." I'm probably going to develop a bleeding ulcer soon. If anyone hears about any job openings, anywhere, let me know/fill me in.

I REFUSE TO GIVE UP.

I've been trying to find work too. Emails, postcards, letters, more emails. It's a tough time. A while back I put together some really nice promo packets. I decided to wait until after the holidays to mail them out. Here's a few pictures (check out my two tech-decks courtesy of Joel):





I mailed out 17, but I have a few extra just in case I came across anything. They were sent out on... Tuesday. I heard back from one place already, which was really nice actually. They weren't looking to hire anyone, but I was really appreciative of the response.

So, back to the Birdie above. I received Christmas presents from Ben's parents and grandparents this year. So I made them thank you cards. They are Christmas/New Years cards that double as thank you cards. Birds with scarves- always endearing. I painted it with gouache.