CHAPTER FIFTEEN – ARTIST OR CRITIC?

Over the next few weeks, Jasmine was a whirlwind of activity as she organized selecting, framing and transporting over a dozen of her most significant pieces to the Bergström Gallery in preparation for her debut solo exhibition. She was in constant collaboration with Sabine, who seemed to delight in Jasmine's spirited zeal for every last meticulous detail. One crisp fall evening, Jasmine met her friend Beth for a drink at a cozy wine bar, eager to share her exciting news. "So spill it, girl!" Beth exclaimed as soon as Jasmine arrived. "You've been an absolute hurricane of secret studio time and mysterious phone calls lately...what's going on?" Jasmine beamed as the server placed two glasses of rich cabernet in front of them. "I'll give you a hint...solo exhibition at one of the most prestigious galleries in the world." Beth's jaw dropped, sloshing some of the deep red liquid onto the glossy table. "No. WAY! The Bergström??" "The one and only," Jasmine confirmed with a sly grin.