Sometimes, I think people see social media and think that the life of an Artist is some glamorous thing, that provides luxury and comfort. In some cases that may be true, but in most cases (like ours), it requires many sleepless nights, working tirelessly, being rejected over and over, and picking yourself up day after day to make a living out of something you love. Being in the art industry is far from easy, but blessings do come from hard work.
I have watched my Dad all my life, and wondered how in the world he is able to push himself so hard, lose countless hours of sleep, and just keep going no matter what comes his way. Even now, I'll look out my window while using the restroom during the night, and see his workshop light still on.
As i've grown up and now have children of my own, I realize that his reason WHY, is stronger than any sick day, any thought of being tired, any rejection, any anything! My Dad has had a dream, and he has spent his time in a lifelong pursuit of fulfilling that dream.
I feel so lucky, as his daughter that I am able to be part of it along the way, and I am determined to do all that I can to help.
So when you look at our artwork, and frames at Gold River Gallery, I hope you can see more than just a material. I hope you see the labor of love that we as a family have put into making this gallery possible. Every hard fought battle, sleepless night, and hard work put into all we have to offer you. I hope you can feel the passion from our artists, who don't just paint for a living, but are truly passionate about the art they create, and the living just comes as a secondary. Artists that have worked just as hard to receive the recognition they deserve in this world.
I hope you can appreciate the love we have for art, and for you too!
-Sienna Cuthbertson
