How do I start.  I am hugely disappointed today.  One of the yellow paintings survived the John Moore Painting Prize stage 1 but failed for stage 2.  I checked my email while enjoying the sun in southern Greece.  Too many opportunities for artists and too many emails starting 'unfortunately'.   But I realised I am still challenging myself, for I really want when I am in the mid-stage of my life.  I am not living boring life at all. I still had some good, excited moments when I received airmail that I survived.. (my email for success for stage 1 was in the spam)  My respect for artists is only growing and I am disappointed but content.  -survival of stage 1 only.  @jmpaintingprize #art #artist #artistinlondon #johnmoorespaintingprize