Two weeks in NYC at Grand Central Academy, and a show tomorrow night in Philadelphia!

Maria, oil on canvas, Jessica Libor 2011

I just spent the last two weeks in New York City, taking a portrait workshop taught by the amazing painter Joshua LaRock.  It was pretty much some of the most inspiring days of my life.  Not just the school, but also the city.  The best of the best seem to congregate there.  Being around people at the top of their game changes the way you look at your art and life.  It seems like a place to keep you humbled, striving, challenged and sharp.

More on NYC later, but I also wanted to post about the exhibition I am having tomorrow night.  It will be at 16th and Pine Street in Philadelphia, from 6-9pm, with dozens of new works on display from over the last year.  25% of the profits will go to Women Against Violence, an organization designed to help women who suffered in the city from abuse.   Come out to see new art, meet new people and support a good cause.   Hope to see you there!