Today marks a NEW HORIZON. I have so much to be thankful for as I watch this dream of five years unfold. For those of your unfamiliar with the story on how we have been blessed with such a space, let me share!
Back in April, I photographed the wedding of an incredible couple. At the wedding, the father of the bride approached me and asked me "Say, do you have enough artwork to fill 1,000 square feet? I have always dreamed of having a gallery next door to my office and I own this space..." Of all the places in the Twin Cities, the space he was referring to happened to be located a mere six blocks from my house; I drive past it every day. After a few month of talks, he agreed to lease it to me and even help with the build-out (there were many interested parties) because he loved my heart and believed in our art. I was blown away. We have been under construction since Thanksgiving.
The vision for the Living Room Studios came just before this wedding. I can never remember a vision quite as vivid in my entire life, and can only explain it as the Lord. I awoke randomly one night at 4:00am and a flood of ideas took over my brain and heart and I started to write for an hour straight. Before this, I had been struggling trying to combine my passions of community, my love for people's wedding story, and my drive to challenge those around me creatively. This studio is a celebration of this vision and marks a big leap of faith in many areas of my life.
The Living Room Studios is a creative and hosting space for fellow artists and friends to come together and challenge each other in life and in our work. On top of that, this space allows me the ability to tell stories of people and culture from my travels around the world. The Living Room is also a place to encourage local artists in their gifts, frequently opening up the doors for local artists to showcase their art or tell of philanthropic work or needs across the globe. The name "Living Room" is especially fitting, as the relationships that are forged and stories and laughs that are shared in someone's living room are some of the most special moments in life. The four artists that share this space all work independently but are tethered around some common goals and passions. All four wedding professionals affiliated with the studio share in this passion to come alongside each other and our clients, while encouraging each other in our art. Meet them!
John Hoel Productions - www.johnhoelweddings.com
Amy Rubins, Fete Perfection - www.feteperfection.com
Rick Gmitro, Flow DJ - www.agoodflow.com
Andrew Vick Photography - www.vickphotography.com
Today marks a dream come true. If you can't stop in for the celebration, come by anytime M-TH to introduce yourself or call for an appointment.
Somebody pinch me.
Blessed,
Andrew Vick
The Living Room Studios' Grand Opening!
Thursday March 13th @ 6-9 PM
5932 Excelsior Blvd
St. Louis Park MN 55416
