I'm now in the middle of the woods at Penland, living and working for two short weeks of 24 hour access top the studios, a crew of interesting artists absorbed with earning new things, good food cooked by great people and served with a smile thrice daily, and a chance to relax, refresh and renew. I didn't bring my computer but I did bring my sketchbook, plenty of paint, and lots of ideas, and I brought my camera so I'll share more in bits and spurts (or spits and burts if you will...and you might) as I geta chance and I will tell the story as best I can when the adventure ends.

I'm rested and well fed, painting and happy. Nothing to complain of, though letters would be nice. Send missives my way (Rachael Baldanza, c/o penland school of crafts, po box 37, penland, nc 28765) or don't. That's OK too...

take care,
Rachael