Gary Blanchard
beloved, local musician
I picked her up today between classes. I gave the artist, Hannah Brookman, two guidelines - to have the word Dream at the top and a peace symbol. Everything else I left up to her. She got in touch Monday, while I was on vacation, to let me know it was ready. She asked if I wanted to see a picture or to wait until I picked it up; I was very tempted to ask for the picture, but I decided to see it unveiled in person.
When I unzipped the gig bag, I was blown away. I love blue, and was happily surprised that she chose it as the background. The flowers and butterfly totally capture the "flower power" vibe. I really liked the "Dream" sticker on the other guitar, and knew I wanted that word here. I think this really works.
My Summer of Love guitar is cool, but that copies another design. Now I have something that is totally unique, and will be a real conversation piece. I can't wait to string it up and try it out. (That is an Epiphone Masterbuilt guitar underneath the paint; it has been my open tuning guitar and will keep that role.)