Summer show: 2 of 6

Fast forward 10 days and here we are again with our second summer show night. We had a very busy evening at the gallery with a steady flow of guests attending the opening night party to see the paintings created by Imogen Bone, Theo Crutchley-Mack and Melanie Max - see all of their work here. Theo's paintings were showcased for the very first time as part of a prize awarded to him on graduating from Falmouth University's School of Art (see his full story here page 65). Theo's next project, if the funding is approved, will be a trip to the Falklands to paint another group of islands so much more remote than these.


Theo and his family had enjoyed a lovely summer's evening with us, made all the better by Theo selling his first two paintings on his opening night. Cheers to that Theo!







My thanks go to the great team of helpers this week - Polly, Max and Heather who took care of the guests and beavered away behind the scenes to ensure that everything ran smoothly. Thank you ladies for all your hard work.


Polly towered above me tonight with these amazing wedge sandals. She went off dancing later, but I think maybe not in these sky high babies!



At the end of the evening there was a moment for me to stop, enjoy the view and reflect on what had been another successful opening night. Two down, four to go.

My dress this evening has come from Enjoy Clothing in Truro who specialise in vintage clothes like this and also fancy dress outfits. The frock label states Borghese by Toplet and I think is from the 70's. Shoes are a Spanish make, Carmen Poveda which I came across in a charity shop recently, brand new and a truly joyful find. Necklace was from Debenhams some time ago, rings from a charity shop. The fab orange nail polish is from the Rita Ora range from Rimmel, called Tangerine Tent. 

This week I'll be linking with
Catherine from Not Dressed As Lamb
Cherie of Style Nudge

Anna x

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  1. I like the colours and the floaty skirt of your dress. If it was my dress I think I would try a pop of strong purple with it eg necklace scarf or pendant. I am a bit biased towards purple and lavender as well as puple and red.
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    1. So good of you to drop by and thanks for the ideas. I'm not sure I have much in way of purple necklaces/scarf - sounds like the perfect excuse for a bit more shopping...
      Have a great week!
      Anna x

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  2. Wowzers Anna!
    I love this smack of colour and texture.
    You certainly know how to turn the drama button up to max....no fading into the background in this fabulous dress.
    XXX
    Samantha
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    P.S. I bet Polly can dance all night in those awesome shoes!

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    1. Thanks Samantha. Opening night is certainly not the time for me to play at being a shy and retiring wallflower. I love to push the boat out at these events, so keep your eye out for the next reveal! Polly did a quick wardrobe change into a casual dress and gutties for her dancing - not surprising as she can hardly walk in these platforms. Have a good week.
      Anna x

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    2. Hahahahaha...you are naughty, giving away her wardrobe secrets! :oP.

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    3. I can assure you it was no secret! And she still looked wonderful x

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  3. That dress is sensational Anna! I love it!! So pretty and very Margo from the Good Life (whose style I adored!) Well done to Theo for the sales- that is brilliant!

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    1. Hahaha! Kezzie I love that Margo observation. Yes, it totally is! Hope you get a moment to check out the link to Theo's work - it's amazing. Wishing you a lovely week x
      Anna

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  4. What a bold bright dress! I love it!

    I love to hear when artists are being supported.

    bisous
    Suzanne

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    1. Suzanne I thought you might like this one. Our gallery likes to promote both established artists and new talent, and Theo certainly has a lot of talent! Great to hear from you again and hope you have a good week.
      Anna x

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  5. Well done to Theo on both graduating and managing to sell 2 paintings at his first show!

    You look lovely, Anna. A floral dream. Love those shoes as well the fab dress.

    Hope the weather is as fab where you are as it is here - scorching!!

    Veronica
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    1. Theo had a brilliant evening - he really was on cloud nine. I bought this dress a year ago and put it away, then promptly forgot about it. I love a maxi for dressing up and this was light enought to feel like a proper summer gown. Glad you appreciate the shoes too. Scorching is the word, Vronni, with far too many sunburnt souls passing my gallery at the moment. I could make a fortune selling aftersun to them x
      Anna

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  6. Love, love the colors and swooshiness of this dress, Anna. Wonderful setting and photos. xo

    -Patti
    http://notdeadyetstyle.com

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    1. Thanks Patti. It's a perfect summer frock with the optimum swoosh and floaty factor combined. The backdrop and amazing weather were the icing on the cake x
      Anna

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  7. Such a fabulous dress, Anna! I love the floaty skirt on it. How awesome that you really went to town and dressed up for the show!

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    1. We don't need much by way of an excuse to dress up, do we Sheila? I love the chance to really push the boat out on these evenings and am already planning the next outfit x
      Anna

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  8. Great photos! Love your dress! Such a pretty color!

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  9. Great dress Anna.I love anything floaty.Sounds like a busy but enjoyable time. And how lovely for Theo to sell those paintings.I also enjoy seeing your helpers,it brings the story to life x

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    1. So busy, in fact that I'm only getting around to responding to many missed comments Laurie! Apologies for the neglect. Your comments are always so generous, thank you x
      Anna

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  10. Spectacular dress!!!! The color and movement are summer perfection!!!
    I LOVE IT!!!!!!

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    1. Bit late responding to this Marilee, sorry! Am delighted to hear you love this so much. Thank you x
      Anna

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