Simulgasp at the unveiling

Claudemir Bonfim · 08-25-2005, 01:13 PM

Congrats Lisa,

You made a wonderful job.

Thanks for sharing that with us.

Lisa Ober · 08-25-2005, 07:27 PM

You folks are good for the ego.

Sharon, thank you so much. It was exciting.

I know exactly how you feel about that underwhelming response from an aloof person. I have a hard time relating to personalities like that and it's so disappointing when you don't get feedback of any kind. I'm sure everyone loves your work but boy, those quirky personalities are hard to deal with.

Linda, thank you! I have been trying harder on the business end of things. It's helping but now I sleep less. I hope I'm not too cranky.

Jean, you're so kind. I plugged away on this one to be sure. I think not rushing has it's advantages and the input here is priceless.

Heidi, thank yo so much. I'm glad you enjoyed the story. I also like reading about other people's unveilings and the responses they get from presenting their work. You are probably used to the shock and awe with those awesome works you do. I have been watching your step-by-step and it has been fabulous.

Claudemir, thank you for the kind words and for taking the time to read about the final results of this painting.

Tom, you are so right! I felt for a minute like a rock star. LOL. A good unveiling is inspiring. Since I have only had one so far I hope I don't even have to see what a bad one is like.

Patricia, I am happy you liked the story. I thought it was funny in some ways as I was overwhelmed. I often have trouble sharing victories. I am so humbled by the work here. Even though there isn't a shy bone in my body, there is a lot of insecurity. Don't tell anyone.

Kim, thank you so much! It's made for a good week. I even got a new skirt out of the deal.

You all have really been the icing on a very sweet cake. Thanks.

Michele Rushworth · 08-25-2005, 08:23 PM

Congratulations Lisa -- well deserved. Do talk to them about how they'd feel if you did a press release. It has to be right away if there's any chance the papers will run a story, though. Certainly use photos and a summary of the event in any and all marketing materials you have. Good for you!

Brenda Ellis · 08-25-2005, 09:43 PM

Lisa,
Congratulations! From the photos, I see you did an excellent job on the portrait! Wow!
You deserve all the praise and notice for this one. Great job!

Carol Norton · 08-25-2005, 09:58 PM

Lisa,
Your humility is so real that I felt like I was there with you. (PS You write well!)

How well deserved and wonderful a culmination for all the efforts that go into such a painting. Each artist can relate to what you wrote.

"Use it or loose it.", could paraphrase Michelle's post. Well deserved applause from here in Arizona. Can you hear it?

Carol

Garth Herrick · 08-25-2005, 10:08 PM

Lisa.

I like your new word! Congratulations are much deserved to you on your fine portrait!

I know exactly what you mean by simultaneous-gasp. So often when it happened to me, I was so overwhelmed by the event and nerves that I didn't even notice that the veil has been lifted and painting was unveiled until after I heard a swelling wave of gasps followed by applause and someone slapping me on the back, bringing me back to my senses. Although I was standing right beside it, I never saw the veil being lifted on the portrait of Mayor Ed Rendell . I think he was the one who slapped me on the back that time. I was blinded and in a daze over the TV news cameras pointing at us. Oh well!

Well done, Lisa! Now do some more.

Garth

Marcus Lim · 08-25-2005, 11:16 PM

My congratulations to you Lisa. And may that sweet feeling never go away. In fact, i look forward to hearing more of your stories at unveilings!
They certainly are "blog-worthy"...kekeke

Richard Huante · 08-25-2005, 11:32 PM

Congratulations, Lisa! Your hard work definitely paid off. I enjoyed lurking...I mean, watching...your WIP thread on this fabulous portrait. To echo Garth's statement......Go do some more!!

Sincerely,

Enzie Shahmiri · 08-26-2005, 01:01 AM

Belated congratulations! To paint three VIP's and have them all be equally thrilled with big smiles on their faces means that you did a wonderful job! How exciting!

Lisa Ober · 08-26-2005, 05:17 AM

Michelle, thanks for peeking in and for the support. I am meeting with one of the gentlemen this morning (yeah!) about other work so I will ask about PR. I do hate to miss the opportunity but I am also aware that some groups of people aren't so thrilled with others capitalizing on their position and I want to be sensitive to that. As far as marketing materials go I am with you 100%. Thanks again.

Brenda, I appreciate your thoughtful words. I don't think I "deserve" anything but can I just say it's a lot of fun to have people want to shake your hand...even if only for one day?!

Carol, you said the nicest things. One, I am totally humbled by everyone here and genuinely feel I have miles to go before I am content (if that ever happens). Two, if you knew how I agonize over what I write so it comes across with it's original intent you would laugh. I write like I speak so not having personally met anyone I hope my tongue in cheek comments and silliness comes through. I worry that the printed word can be so misunderstood and everone is sitting at their computer's saying, "that girl is an idiot and she takes herself too seriously." LOL. Anyone else out there have a tinge of that? Anyway, your reply was so nice that I actually had a few minutes of relaxation along with a big "whew." I thought the sound I heard was something flapping in the wind so thank you for letting me know it was the sound of one kind woman clapping.

Garth, thanks! Yes, I like that word too. I laughed my behind off when it hit me as I was telling someone how the evening went. It just popped right off the tongue. I don't know if I will ever have something that will compare to your blinding cameras and news folks but it sure made my day. I think I will take your advice and paint more.

Marcus, you are always so generous. I am flattered by what you said. Thank you. Blog -worthy? Too funny! Maybe some day.

Richard, first, thanks very much. Second, shame! Don't get me wrong, I am glad you lurk...I mean watch the threads, but why are you denying us all the pleasure of seeing your work as well? That doesn't seem fair. Do you know how many of us linger and wait for the next post with such anticipation that we nearly drool? You could keep us from the painful disappointment on the days in which there aren't any new posts! I'm counting on you to make up for this one day soon.

Enzie, thank you. It was indeed so nice to have happy clients in such a prominent postiion. Of course every time a client is happy it's a huge relief and gives such satisfaction but you are right, it was especially nice for this one. I must say I did try very hard. I had the best help in the business too here at SOG!