Exhibition off!

So, Rich and I were at the restaurant planning what to put where - I had it all planned out quite well... the chap that runs the place even suggested that we have a launch night with wine and pizza - I thought this was a great idea, but now see how having a few extra customers might have benefitted him too.... but it was too late.
I was staying away at a friend's house in Swindon when I thought I might just check my emails. I found a message in newsletter format that had gone out to all the restaurant's customers announcing that he had been forced to close the place down. And just like that my exhibition is off! I've spent the best part of the last year working to get these pieces drawn, scanned and framed, I'd managed to get lots of support from friends and family who were all coming along to my launch night, and I learned by a stock email that it was off. Even a phone call would have been courteous - he probably knew this was on the cards when I was measuring up and now I look back, I could sense an unease...
At least, as some have mentioned, my paintings were not on the walls when it closed - if he's dealing with liquidators, I might never have seen them again.

So I need to arrange an alternative venue, as I have twelve beautifully framed pictures gathering dust - and a fair chunk of money missing from my wallet, as framing doesn't come cheap! I'm looking into some possibilities, and as soon as I have plan, I will let you know!

In the meantime, I want to thank everyone that has been so supportive - those that were going to come and see the exhibition, and those that have offered their condolences and advice: it is all appreciated, and good to know who your friends are. So, thank you.