lakeview fest countdown

September 6, 2013 | filed in: art, kate zitzer art, life

happy hour by artist kate zitzer | palettes and passports blogpops by artist kate zitzer | palettes and passports blogpops by artist kate zitzer | palettes and passports blogHappy Friday! I’m sure this weekend will go by quickly while I’m getting ready for the Lakeview East Festival of the Arts next Saturday and Sunday. The week leading up to the fair is always hectic, but I’m trying not to sweat the small stuff. I thought I would begin my countdown to the fest by showing you a closer look at some of my newest paintings – Happy Hour and Pops.

Next weekend at the show I will also have – Chicago inspired art, Beachside (painting and prints – I’m considering changing the design so I’d really like to see these go), abstract paintings in a variety of sizes, nursery art and ofcourse Adventure Begins.

I plan on going out this weekend to get a few things, one being frames and packaging materials – I am thinking about going with a wholesale company and getting them in bigger quantities to save money and time on restocking. Any suggestions?

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diamond lake

September 4, 2013 | filed in: life, photography, travel

diamond lake michigan | palettes and passports blogadiamond lake michigan | palettes and passports blogadiamond lake michigan | palettes and passports blogaWhen I do an art fair I like to get a little something so here's some of the loot I picked up at the Bucktown Arts Fest last weekend - constellation pendant necklace by Sara from Broad Street and sweet little illustrations from Laura Berger.diamond lake michigan | palettes and passports blogadiamond lake michigan | palettes and passports blogadiamond lake michigan | palettes and passports blogadiamond lake michigan | palettes and passports blogadiamond lake michigan | palettes and passports blogaWe got home Monday evening after a few days at the lake. We stayed in a cozy little cottage and spent the days out in the sun returning in the evenings with warm skin and tangled hair. It was a hot weekend – perfect for dipping into the cool water. We had some fantastic meals – my sister is always in the kitchen and has a way of making everything she touches so delicious. It was really nice to get away from the city for a little while and to catch up on some sleep and hangout with my family too. Being at the lake forces you to slow down and it’s nice to just relax. It was hard getting back in the studio yesterday and seeing all the work I have to get done.

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bucktown loot

September 3, 2013 | filed in: art, inspiration

bucktown arts fest | palettes and passports blogWhen I do an art fair I like to get a little something – a constellation pendant necklace by Sara from Broad Street and sweet little illustrations from Laura Berger.

My booth neighbor Emmy Star Brown was so lovely and kind. Her glass paintings were some of my favorite work at the fest! Make sure to visit both of these creative ladies, Emmy and Laura, at Chicago’s Renegade Craft Show on September 7th and 8th.

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summer’s end

August 30, 2013 | filed in: life, photography, travel

summer's end | palettes and passports blogsummer's end | palettes and passports blog summer's end | palettes and passports blogWe’re at the lake for the long weekend – its such a peaceful place. The past few weeks have been pretty hectic so it’s nice to find time to just sit still and be quiet. These summer days are quickly slipping away – what a crazy summer it has been and strange temperatures too. Soon the air will turn crisp and it will be time to pull out the sweaters and jackets. It’s amazing how fast the seasons go by but for now I am just trying to enjoy what’s left of summer. I am constantly trying to make the most of my days and not waste them – to find balance, to be adventurous, to enjoy life and enjoy making art and living in the city and working toward new goals.

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bucktown arts fest recap

August 28, 2013 | filed in: art, chicago, inspiration, kate zitzer art, life

kate zitzer booth bucktown arts fest | palettes and passports kate zitzer booth bucktown arts fest | palettes and passportskate zitzer booth bucktown arts fest | palettes and passportsIt sure was a hot one in Chicago this weekend! Thanks to everyone who came by the Bucktown Arts Fest and to all of you that made a purchase at my booth.

For the first time I made a plan for the booth set up – in the past we would have an idea of how it should be and how long it would take but then it wouldn’t go as planned and we would end up rushing. At Wells Street I had new sides so it took longer to figure out how to hang the paintings and we had to hurry and then some of them were crooked. My friends said it looked fine but I didn’t agree and I went early the second day to fix them. It took a little more time to come up with a plan but it was well worth the effort and we had plenty of time to get settled before the fest began.

It was great to see the Love You So paintings go so quickly on Saturday – I had to make more for Sunday. The other item that was a big hit was Adventure Begins. I am also happy to report that two of my favorite paintings Home and Happy Hour sold. Now it’s time to prep and paint for the next fair – Lakeview East Festival of the Arts is in three weeks!

I hope you enjoyed the fest just as much as we did. There were some long, hot, hard working days, but it really was worth it. Thanks again to everyone who stopped by and for all the kind words about my art!

I’ve got a lot to do now. I’ve been busy this week getting organized and running errands before we head to the lake for the long weekend!

kate zitzer booth bucktown arts fest | palettes and passportsThe photo above is a peek behind the scenes on Sunday morning. Marc was prepping canvases for me so I could paint more Love You So paintings. He’s the best!

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