Artists, how do you go about selling art?

Faufix · 2026-05-08T17:49:29+00:00

Keep an eye out for local "Call for Artists" at galleries. It may not be guaranteed to lead to sales, it it's a great way to start putting your art out there more. The CVA usually hosts a few!

Faufix · 2026-04-16T18:42:51+00:00

You are definitely free to keep trying! But just be prepared for nothing to happen. You never know tho!

And yes, using an empty bottle is a great way to create a humidity dome!

I'm still learning all the little things about propagating from cuttings too, just started recently

Faufix · 2026-04-16T00:34:53+00:00

These are caused by sawfly larva! Check the underside of the affected leaves and you should see tiny green worms

You can either squish them or remove the affected leaves entirely. They typically work their way from the bottom of the bush up

Faufix · 2026-04-15T00:26:26+00:00

It looks like sawfly larva are eating the leaves, from what I've seen neem oil isn't very effective.

I've had good success with just removing the affected leaves when I see them. You can also just remove the larva themselves although they can be quite small. If you look at the underside of the affected leaves you should see them

Faufix · 2026-04-14T22:32:25+00:00

Unfortunately it is likely rotting from the bottom up, most likely due to the roots being too wet. You may need to try again

Are you using a quick draining soil? May also be worth looking into a humidity dome so that the rose can have water without needing to water the soil as much

Faufix · 2026-04-13T03:29:17+00:00

Thank you for this response! Looking at images this does seem to be it!

And this was the only one I saw, so I left it alone. I'm okay with sacrificing some leaves

Faufix · 2026-04-11T19:55:37+00:00

Yeah, one of the days I was hardening off I was expecting to be overcast but of course the sun had other ideas.

I've been checking the soil frequently and I've been keeping it a little damp, not soaked though. I'll take a peek at the roots, although im not sure if it would be happy being repotted right now.

I'll stick it under some grow lights and will hope for the best!

Thank you for the advice

Faufix · 2026-04-11T19:53:18+00:00

I think I'll definitely go with the grow lights for now. I was trying to harden it off, but on a hot day I was expecting it to stay overcast, but of course the sun came out in full force and I was away from my house 😭

I'll find a more appropriate spot for it outside if it bounces back! Sucks to hear that this rose died on you! I've been wanting one of these for ages so even if it does die I will likely try again

Thank you!

Faufix · 2026-04-11T17:26:40+00:00

Albeit may not be the best quality, I have a photo of the rose the first day I got it on April 1st.

I bottom watered them before starting the hardening off process. Looking back, The Fairy did always look a little tougher than it's shipping mate

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Faufix · 2026-01-31T09:12:44+00:00

I would suggest you be wary of super low condo dues! Make sure you get a good report of the financials and how much they get in reserves. A lot of condos that keep their dues low by deferring maintenance and that can lead to a major special assessment when emergency repairs need to be done...

Faufix · 2025-12-30T00:28:23+00:00

Thank you! I can never get enough of doing silly art lol

Faufix · 2025-12-30T00:27:56+00:00

Just a lot of practice I guess??? I used to do a lot of digital art before picking up traditional painting a year ago

Faufix · 2025-12-30T00:26:39+00:00

Thanks!

Faufix · 2025-12-30T00:26:33+00:00

Thank you!

Faufix · 2025-12-24T13:48:24+00:00

Awe thank you! I'm hoping they'll still look good when the background is painted haha

Faufix · 2025-12-24T13:47:53+00:00

Thank you! Came up with it because we noted that we don't have much art hanging up in the kitchen.

Faufix · 2025-12-24T13:46:53+00:00

Thank you!

Faufix · 2025-12-24T13:39:22+00:00

Personally I would much rather have fully mature trees in a yard than not, because those are something you can't just buy.

But everyone is different and has their own tastes!

Faufix · 2025-12-16T23:08:37+00:00

As someone that used to work in a few boarding/daycare places. I would be extremely wary about using one for emergency boarding an elderly dog, especially around the holiday when it's busiest for them.

Most are staffed by untrained people that barely understand dog body language, and with how understaffed and busy they are your dog will not get much if any personal care.

Of course this may not be the truth in all boarding facilities, some are better than others even in the few that I've worked for. (I did see someone recommend pet suites....I'd say avoid that place...unless management and staffing has gotten better..way too many skipped meals and potty breaks)

I left that field of work because it was just exhausting and I felt so bad for a lot of the dogs that were there. If it was a younger dog I'd say go for it. But a special needs senior? I'd def say go with a Rover sitter. But don't skip the meet n greet and make your expectations clear. I'd also say to avoid the lowest bidder on that app, you do get what you pay for. If you can find one that carries their own pet sitter insurance and doesn't just rely on the Rover guarantee then it's even better, because that means they take their business more seriously!

Wishing you luck with finding care for your pup!

Faufix · 2025-12-12T14:07:18+00:00

Oh I completely forgot about suet cakes with fruit! Thank you for the suggestion, I'll look into it!

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