Breakfast with Dolan and Ali…
On Sunday morning I had the absolute JOY of joining the talented Dolan Geiman and his gorgeous fiance, Ali Walsh for breakfast in Chicago. I wrote about this duo in February {click HERE to read the story} so I had already read through their website at least a dozen times. I figured that this hip young couple would be a blast, but really, they’re all that & so much more…
Their commitment to one another, and their passion for their business, is absolutely infectious. They shared stories of selling art on the street to make rent, and cross country adventures that have inspired and united their passion for sharing Dolan’s art with the world.
After a delish breakfast I was thrilled when they offered to show me their studio and office… I’ve seen pictures of the studio before but let me tell you, being there is like entering a fun house filled with found treasures, pools of color, and tangible creative energy.
I’m telling y’all… NOW is the time to buy a piece of Dolan’s art. This pair is going places and you should be a part of it. Want the BEST news?? You don’t have to invest a fortune to have your own Dolan Geiman painting. Geiman’s PANEL PAINTINGS are under $50 and MINIS sell for just $32 each.I saw them myself and they are wonderful… Hand painted and signed by Dolan, these are a great way to start your collection of his art work.
These small paintings also make for the PERFECT GIFT!! AHEM, FATHER’S DAY is just around the corner… You know the daddy in your life would LOVE these little paintings!!
One more thing then I’ll quit my gushing… Dolan and Ali have also set up a program for you SHOP GIRLS!! You can go with a couple of larger box prints {images of original art screen printed onto wood, nice size & good price point}, plus a dozen panel paintings. These will put something into your retail store that is unique, original art and very sellable!! The more of them that you have, and display as a group, the more you will sell. Click right HERE for more information.
**BIG NOTE: The Cactus Creek Design Studio will be featuring Dolan’s art this fall so go ahead & start planning a trip to see his work in person during our Cactus Creek 2nd Saturday Sales. I’m working hard to have Dolan and Ali come down and meet y’all in person so keep your fingers crossed!!
Dolan & Ali… I can’t thank you enough. xo,fancy
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June 1st, 2009 at 11:08 am
It was an absolute pleasure having breakfast together and showing you the studio. We cannot wait to work together this fall.
June 2nd, 2009 at 11:02 am
Thanks, Ali!!
Debbie… you wrote the sweetest comment here and I accidentally DELETED it. doh. Thanks for the lovin’!! xo,fancy
June 9th, 2009 at 7:02 pm
hey fancy-
i too had the pleasure of meeting these two recently in New Orleans at Jazz Fest and i’m a big fan of his work.
great choice for an interview! can’t wait to see them here in our midst.
tammy smith
homemade circus