White Belly

Wow!
What a few weeks its been - I'm just about now able to assimilate all the experiences of the Spring Fling. As previously mentioned on here I really didn't know what to expect - on reflection, I think that was just as well. It was mind-blowingly hectic, sometimes too much so, which meant I was unable to give some visitors and customers the time and courtesy they ordinarily deserved. If you were one of those I can but offer apologies.
Overall though I hope that visitors to my Gallery had a worthwhile and positive experience and may feel the need to return in the future.
One rather unexpected outcome from the Fling was the concept of people taking notes while I talked and discussed images and imagery - strange one that. Who'd want to listen to me!!!
I've also had some really nice people arrange appointments to view my work and this has been brilliant - I've been abel to put the kettle on for a brew and allow people to take their time while considering images - nice, all round!

I also recently had the opportunity to visit one of our wonderful local gardens, Barwhillanty which incidentally is open to visitors this week, thanks to Steve the Head Gardener for the invite - it blew me away and left me with a headache, it was all too much.

Other news was that I finally fulfilled one of my long-held Galloway dreams and got to set foot on the mighty Hestan (Heston, I can't decide) Island off the Auchencairn coast. This will take up a full blog in the fullness of time but for now I'd just like to thank Keith and Mary my fellow trippers for the experience. A word to the wise though, in no way would I encourage this trip without the company of someone who knows the sands, tides and dangers - its scary stuff and big thanks and respect to Keith who fulfills all the necessary knowledge criterion.

More news and a fuller report on Heston/Hestan to follow.
Until then be good y'all and be nice to each other - its better by far than being nasty.
Love
Phil
xxxxx