I did a search for this exact subject as it has been something that I have fretted over for a long time.Gladly I found it here. I too have a great problem deciding for myself.So, Hanna, let us know how you decide.
At the present and for awhile now I have signed only Patt. My name is Patricia. I added the extra t. I have heard people pronounce it as if it is Patt-y. Eeeeek. My maiden name if Barker but my married name is Legg. As suggested from this forum, at least a letter and last name -well, say it " P. A. Legg" Doesn't go at all. and has suggestions too. P. Legg - not!!
I have tried doing my initails but they come out as P A L - pal. Not good either.
I can relate as to changing my name. I love the flow of Patricia but so common.Then I vision people seeing my paintings in the future and mouthing "Patt" who??? Or Patricia who. I also have thought of changing the spelling as in Patrizia or Tri-zia. Is that legal? Book writers have had pen names before and even 2 different ones. And, Hanna, I like too that the viewer does not know if the name is male or female. What is that all about-beats me. Just like them to wonder.
I have a friend and fellow artist whose name is Romney Shelton ?. I won't give her last name but flows froms the lips. Love it.Sounds like a writer and she signs that way.
I am happy to hear I am not alone in this decision. I am also leary of changing locally as they know who I am here but then why not?? A new artist in town? Maybe? Help!!!
