Oh Happy Days!

Meet Happy Guy! by my daughter Sophie. Any time you start to feel sad, just remember this guys little face, hat, his kookie ears - he's sure to put a smile on your face!

And speaking of smiles - Miss Mindy and I just found out we are doing the Pop:Femme Show in Santa Fe New Mexico again this year! So, we are off to a good start! Here are some other upcoming event details:

CJ Metzger is excited to announce she has open edition prints available through the PODgallery. Based in New York, this print publisher has its inventory online and offers prints on paper and canvas! Check out the site! CJ Metzger's Book "The Secret Live's of Dolls" is available for purchase online through the BLURB.com website. It may be small (7"x7") but it's full of whimsical portraits that will make your heart ache and swoon. copyright - Jorge Gutierrez Miss Mindy is in the 2009 LA MYTH SHOW - along with featured artist/friend JORGE R. GUTIERREZ at Meltdown Comics (curated by Dee Chavez and Aaron Clark). The opening reception is Feb 7, 2009 at 7522 Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90046. Miss Mindy's Mouth Puppet Show! Check out Miss Mindy's new "Mouth Puppets" Mini Movie! It's a great big belly laugh that makes you feel silly and just plain great! (It also features the debut of CJ's daughter Sophie's mouth!) ha ha ha ha! And this just in... Upcoming May-June Show in Santa Fe, New Mexico POP Femme Sugar Coated Strange 2009 May 15 - June 30, 2009 Opening Reception: Saturday, May 23, 6:00 133 West Water St in Santa Fe, NM POP Surreal Divas present original work in 2D and 3D for our 2nd Annual POP Femme Sugar Coated Strange Event to kick off the 2009 season. Reception with the artists Memorial weekend---Silent Art Auction to benefit Southwest C.A.R.E. Center which serves New Mexicans living with HIV and AIDS without prejudice, Auction opens 5-23-09 and closes 6-28-09. Roster of talent under construction but does include Kathie Olivas, Artist Sisters CJ Metzger & Miss Mindy, Stephanie Roberts, Carrie Ann Baade, Marie Sena, Valery Milovic and Julie West among others. Prepare your party hats and inquire for more details at artinfo@popsantafe.com.