November & December 2008
Volume 1, Issue 3
 

Letter From The Publisher

As we present our third issue of Western & Wildlife Art Magazine, I would like to thank our readership for your support these past four months. Your comments and kind words from your emails have provided inspiration, support and make this project all the more worth while. Your enthusiasm has shown the level of excitement within the fine art community that this publication continues to provide artists and collectors with current first rate information within the industry. In January 2009 we shall begin publication on the 5th day of the month of each bi-monthly issue. This specific date will be more productive with publishing and allow the readership more time to enjoy each bi-monthly issue.

The fall is a busy time for our industry, decoy and wildlife art shows are held from California to Washington State on the west coast; the Chesapeake, New England, and the Carolinas on the eastern seaboard. The declining economy has affected many Americans and is changing our way of life as we spend and travel less. In speaking with show directors and artists, it is clear attendance and sales are down at most events. Despite the bleak economic forecast there is a sign of hope as a few shows have reported increased attendance and sales. This is an example that all is not lost even though hard financial times are upon us. Show directors must continue to host their events in order to build success for future years. Artists must continue to participate at these shows in order to generate revenue either through a direct sale at the event or through an introduction that leads to a commission. Working together is the only way our industry will survive and prosper.

Sincerely,

Christopher J. Gervais
Editor & Publisher

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