Vista Lights Highlights

Nov 20, 2022

Our annual gallery crawl came with our 1st annual tree lighting, drummers, a chorus and some really fine art. Here are a few highlights from this year’s Vista Lights celebration! It was great to see everyone having a good time.

Vista Lights at Stormwater Studios and First Annual Tree Lighting!
Hugs Are Back!
Longtime Friends
Family and Friends that are Family
The guests gathered as the first cold snap arrived.
Meanwhile, the Next Door Drummers greeted everyone with an rousing performance.

Of course, I cleaned up the studio a little and moved the tables and easels out of the way. I was surprised how much space I actually have! Here are some of the paintings currently on display. If you see something you like, let me know. Holiday bonuses are free shipping AND free gift wrap!

Paintings on Display for Vista Lights
Small Paintings Available
Animals on Metal Leaf Panels

As I closed up for the night, I had much to be thankful for…

Ever Thankful for the beauty of Stormwater Studios
Happy Thanksgiving!

Thank you,

Michel

P.S. I will be in the studio for Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. Holiday bonuses are free shipping AND free gift wrap! See you at Stormwater!

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11 Comments

  1. Barbara Thompson on November 20, 2022 at 1:30 pm

    Very nice!!!



    • Michel McNinch on November 20, 2022 at 9:17 pm

      Thank you! It was a wonderful evening.



  2. Christina Laffey on November 20, 2022 at 1:40 pm

    OMG it was soooo much fun gathering in your studio!! The drummers and Sweet Adelines entertainment was fabulous!! Proud of you sis!! Happy Thanksgiving and be blessed!!



    • Michel McNinch on November 20, 2022 at 9:17 pm

      Thank you! So glad you could make it. Laughed and laughed!



  3. Taryn on November 20, 2022 at 2:43 pm

    Love you, beautiful lady!!!



    • Michel McNinch on November 20, 2022 at 9:18 pm

      Hey!! Love you too.



  4. Susan Neal on November 20, 2022 at 2:46 pm

    I had such a GREAT time. The night was MAGICAL. The art DEVINE. But the fun and family feel was nothing short of AMAZING. Thank you for bringing the visual arts to our fair city. I am so proud of you and all you have accomplished. I was so honored to be able to share it with you.



    • Michel McNinch on November 20, 2022 at 9:19 pm

      It wouldn’t have been as much fun without you!



  5. Renee on November 20, 2022 at 7:25 pm

    Plan to see you Friday! Looking forward to it!



    • Michel McNinch on November 20, 2022 at 9:19 pm

      Cool!



  6. Gina Brewer on November 22, 2022 at 5:18 pm

    always so great to see you and be in your creative space! ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥



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