Did I really do it?

This was my very first experience taking part in such a large-scale exhibition.
It was a real challenge for me — to step out and present myself among so many incredibly talented and well-known artists.

But I did it.

And I know for sure that I couldn’t have done it without the support of the wonderful people around me.

Thank you so much for your warm words, your calls, and all the messages — my phone didn’t stop buzzing these past few days!
Thank you for coming to see me and even travelling from other cities.

And a huge thank you for all the flowers and sweets — it truly means the world to me.

I can’t even describe how happy I am to be surrounded by such inspiring and creative people.
A million times — thank you!

Out of the 9 paintings I presented, 7 were sold — an amazing result, as my fellow artists said.
But for me, that wasn’t the main goal.

I received exactly what I came for.
And now I can finally take a deep breath and say to myself —
yes, I’m truly on the right path.