Share YOUR story ..of how the arts and culture in Broward has had an impact on your life, or the life of someone you know, and win 4 tickets to an arts event! 
Several months ago I wrote a piece based on the above prompt. I WON. I am now one of the Faces of the Arts Broward County. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts will host an awards ceremony on the evening of July 20th. Tickets are available through the box office, 954.462.0222 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 954.462.0222 end_of_the_skype_highlighting. Please support the arts in Broward County. Eight other winners and me, come see us. Read my winning entry below.
Faces of the Arts in Broward County
August will mark the fourteenth anniversary of my divorce. Officially marking the same length of time my former spouse and I were married. The marriage provided a sanctuary of material comforts. When it ended so to did the luxuries I had grown accustomed to.
Downsizing would not begin to accurately reflect my change in circumstance. No more alphabetically stocked pantry, no color coded linen closet, no household help, no house, and certainly no place to paint anymore.
One year ago after applying, I was awarded a space at Studio 18. Then a newly opened, newly renovated studio and gallery space for emerging and mid-career artists in Pembroke Pines. While my divorce caused me to let go of many cherished possessions what my ex-husband could not take was my talent.
And while I continue to live in a tiny apartment my vision has expanded because of my cherished studio which affords me the space to create work as a painter and belong to a community of like-minded colleagues.
Moving and inspiring! No wonder you’re one of those who was chosen.
Thank you. I have chosen to see only forward after a life time of facing the other way.
Well said, Jill, You paint such a clear picture with so few strokes.
Economy with words, sentiment born from my heart. Clarity in my mind…finally. Thank you.
Well said, Jill. Congratulations!
SO HAPPY FOR YOU……..YOU DESERVE IT !!!
thanks.
A success story happening right now!
I can hear your voice as I read your words!
Wonderful!
Thank you so much Frank.
Congratulations Jill! A moving story that reminds us of the great value arts!
Thanks for your story and your contribution.
Thank you. Art brought me back to my soul.
Hi Jill
Wow such a very moving story. Congrats on being a winning entrant in Faces of the Arts in Broward. I am pleased to say that I won as well! See you at Broward Center of the Arts on July 20th. We are in good company. Cheers. Timothy Leistner
That is so great, congratulations. Can’t wait to hear who the other winners are. I’ve got my party dress picked out.
Its a beautiful story of rebirth… Thank you Jill for sharing.
Congratulation on both wins your Studio and Faces of the Arts Broward County!!!
Thank you so much for taking the time to visit Raw Candor.
You are pure genius, Jill! Thanks for the invite to join your Rawness. : ]
Congrats on the big win!
– AEI artist, Debra Magrann (Port St. Lucie)
thank you so much for taking the time to let me know your response to Raw. much appreciated.
You bring new meaning to the phrase “chosen one”
Hi Jill,
It was great seeing you and your lady friends the other night on the Art Walk in FAT Village. I am thoroughly enjoying reading your blog. Haven’t read it in its entirety but taking small bites at a time. From what I’ve read you have the makings of an eloquently cerebral book. I am very happy for your success in finding a spiritual niche of sorts. Take it as high and as wide as a smile. All the best. Keep in touch.
thank you so much. send a few images of your work, would love to use something to illustrate a post. best, jill thanks for reading raw.