We’re baaaack…and Yes, it was worth it!

Ever run a marathon or compete in a long triathlon?

Then you’ll relate to the energy it takes to exhibit in a week-long American Craft Council show.

Barbara and I in front of my booth, third day of the show, first day of the public retail show.

I’ve […]

Believe it or not, it’s Holiday Show prep time!

Umm ya, that’s right – it’s Sept. 26 and time to rev up the holiday artwork engine.

This year, not only will I be making work for our 3rd ever annual Hanna-Hooly Holiday Open Studio Party & Art Show, but I’ll also be participating in a group holiday art show at Gallery 360 in Minneapolis […]

Art and Garden Parties

Weekend Road Trip – Art Parties

Is it really Monday? The weekend was a blur – It’s great to have such a creative family, although 2 solo show openings (one in Denver and one in Steamboat) on the same weekend is pretty over the top.

My partner, Barbara Gilhooly had a reception for her solo […]

Giddy Up! Places to see my Artwork now and in the very near Future

"Cowgirl with Polka Dots" ©Ayn Hanna

It’s been a busy month both creating art in the studio and in the planning of several events – shows, workshops, and art fairs. In the swirl of activity and with so many events coming up throughout the rest of 2012, I wanted to take a minute […]

Fierce Joy – Words to Live by!

(c) 1990 Ayn Hanna, Self Portrait, Mixed Media drawing w/cloth apron, 60"x48"

It’s hot, hot, hot here in CO. The summer heat is upon us and the year half gone. So many wonderful things are happening with my life and art career and time is racing by. I was doing a quick check-in […]