Welcome to Monet Cafe and this special presentation where I will feature some of the artwork of my patrons from my Patreon page. And if you haven't subscribed to this channel, please do so for some more art instruction coming your way. Now, I am so proud of my patrons who not only support me and help Monet Cafe to keep growing and providing videos, but they're producing some great artwork. And I wanted to feature them in this 2020 patrons of Susan Jenkins presentation. So I'm going to talk a little bit and brag on my patrons a bit. These are some of their works. I created this album for them to submit up to two of their own pieces. And it is mostly soft pastel work, but there's some various other mediums as well, including even some computer artwork. Lots of times the instructions on Monet Cafe, even though they lean heavily towards pastel painting, there are so many different artistic principles that apply to every medium. So just look at this beautiful work. Also, my patrons are of many different levels. We've got people who have literally just started painting and have never done any painting before to more advanced artists who are either wanting a little more instruction or just wanting to support the artist. So I'm just wanting to support the Monet Cafe channel through their Patreon support. I don't have all of their names listed unless someone specifically puts their name on a painting as some have done, but I just want to personally thank all of my patrons for your support. And more, I am so blessed by watching you all grow by developing the friendships that we're developing. It's really a beautiful experience. And on a personal note, it's because of my patrons that I've been able to continue keeping videos coming on Monet Cafe. My heart is near and dear to the Monet Cafe channel here that you're watching here because it really has blessed many people who don't have any other option for art instruction. Oh, the messages I get from you guys of what you are learning and how grateful you are for the art instruction. It just touches my heart so beautifully. 2020 was certainly a year of challenges, not just for any specific country, but it was really the first time in my life that there was a worldwide issue that truly affected us all. And art was such a wonderful way to connect to de-stress and to experience the camaraderie and the beauty of sharing art together. This was the lovely painting that I chose to create the cover image for this album and just look at this work. I always feel so grateful when I am able to see my lessons put into practice. And also to see some amazing artwork of artists who are actually probably more advanced than I am. So it's precious for me to see the hearts of these individuals who understand the concept of Monet Cafe and that it really is helping so many others who want art instruction from the convenience of their home. And also because of our challenges in 2020, the online platform for learning has become so popular and so needed. So I am so happy that Monet Cafe was there to provide that for free to so many individuals. So if you have found yourself curious and perhaps wanting to try some of your artistic passions and desires, Monet Cafe is a great place to do that. And we also have a companion Facebook group called Monet Cafe Art Group with over 11,000 members, again, artists of every level all helping each other growing and sharing. Once again, another free resource. So again, thank you patrons for keeping Monet Cafe strong and growing throughout 2020 and we have a bright future for 2021. This is my Patreon page at patreon.com slash Susan Jenkins. And I have two levels, art angels, $5 a month, art Samaritans, $10 a month, they literally offer all the same benefits. But I've had some people who wanted to give a little more. So when someone becomes a patron, they unlock 365 posts that they can view at their convenience in different categories. I have monthly contests where my patrons can win some free art supplies. I have something called Storytime that is a Patreon favorite. And often my patrons get extra content from the regular Monet Cafe videos, which includes often the actual reference image, the color chart, and some more real time footage. So thank you for watching this presentation and most of all, thank you to my faithful patrons who support me and Monet Cafe. Happy painting!