We are looking forward to mediation and an independent view of our case. It will be great to have a discussion, something we have been pushing for a long time. You would think the findings from mediation would be presented at court but these are without prejudice discussions and a way of finding a settlement without the expense of court. It will be good to have the views of a third party. We did a lot of homework before setting up HMS and the we are not unique – therefore issues up for discussion affect many other studios. Despite the case ticking along in the background and the topic of conversation most evenings, I am going through a phase of total absorption in my paintings. Some good days some bad but total involvement with oils.
I am expanding my vocab with words I would rather not know. Calderbank offers for instance. These are offers made by parties to settle a dispute -which a judge will later examine when awarding costs. If a party refuses a Calderbank which proves to be a better deal than what the court decides – then that party risks picking up the tab. It also involves a dose of ‘without prejudice’ – lawyers like to use this term a lot too. It’s useful to know about these offers, especially if you are unrepresented as it can help to put a back-stop on rising costs. For more info.. http://www.propertyweek.com/story.asp?storycode=3008584
A curator spotted my paintings on Axis and paid me a visit today. The show is in January and a bit soon, but I’m quite excited as my work is going in the right direction. (Most of my paintings are hanging at Deda at the moment so only v current work is available). If it doesn’t go ahead in the New Year she is still keen to show it at a later date. The great thing about studios is that visitors get the chance to see other work. She took the cards of several artists. Five of us have booked tickets for Stockholm. Others might join us later. Seven of us are exhibiting so we will have to distribute the freight between us. We will be wearing several pairs of trousers and jumpers to make room!
We are litigants in person, ie representing ourselves. According to CPR (Civil Procedure Rules) allowances should be made for our lack of experience. I’m not convinced the legal profession always understands their obligations.
Looks like I’ll be asking for thermals for christmas. HMS has been selected to particpate in Supermarket 2010 at Kulturhuset, Stockolm from 19th – 21st Feb. This is an artist-run international event which will give us the opportunity to meet groups from Sweden as well as the rest of the globe.
