Setting up 18 studios, Long Eaton, Nottingham

Someone commented on Sunday at Hyungji’s opening that I don’t do ‘normal’. Whatever that is? I have to say the last few years have not been dull. Apart from the extraordinary journey setting up the studios and the legal wrangles i’ve had a busy ‘other’ life. The short term looks full-on too. HMS is going to Sutton-on-Sea. 8 of us (plus familes and extended families) are taking part int the Bathing Beauties festival http://www.bathingbeautiesfestival.orgShould be fun. I’ve booked a cheap chalet close to the beach and sharing with Alison. Apparently 10 mins to Sutton-on-Sea, closer when the wind is behind! I’m also involved in Art On the Railings (October 9), a community project involving, music, art, food and stuff – in Forest Fields, Nottingham. It’s something I’ve done befrore. A great atmosphere. Also in October we have HMS Open Studios when we host Lim, Kyun Young’s photographs of Antarctica – which is a huge priviledge as Lim’s last show was the 3rd Photo Festival New York.www.nyphotofestival.com In November I will be preparing for Southwell Open Studios. Quite a different venture from HMS because we all open studios in our homes. We charge £3 with money going to charity. A free bus is also available for visitors.Then there is the ‘other’ life….