Orville Blanton from Ken Blanton , Author, Landscape Artist

Orville Blanton

Ken Blanton , Author, Landscape Artist

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I am a landscape artist, a published author, a senior bridge inspector and Nace international level 3 coatings inspector. I inspect bridges repairs and new construction. Between projects I write books and paint paintings.

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Family sleigh ride by Ken Blanton , Author, Landscape Artist
I do commission paintings  and have many copies of my published books for sale.  I also build puzzle boxes and special artworks.
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"Happy New year and God bless you all and your business."
"A fine attorney and person. He is very competent and thorough. "
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Orville from Ken Blanton , Author, Landscape Artist Answered this on August 01, 2021
I received the vaccine second shot in March. I don't see many people joy riding as before the lockdown. I still have business traffic, but minimal presently. Part of the slow traffic is because it has been over one year since I was holding a book signing or entered in an art exhibit. I did enter... (more) I received the vaccine second shot in March. I don't see many people joy riding as before the lockdown. I still have business traffic, but minimal presently. Part of the slow traffic is because it has been over one year since I was holding a book signing or entered in an art exhibit. I did enter an art exhibit for the first time in a long time at the SKYPAC last month. The first one this year. I am looking forward to more in the near future.

Orville from Ken Blanton , Author, Landscape Artist Answered this on December 22, 2020
I found that shut downs do noting for slowing the virus and large groups with no masks and a few infected people causing a spike in the rate which has been used by government to put more controls on people and bankrupt small business owners. Ask how, why and who allowed the virus to escape the... (more) I found that shut downs do noting for slowing the virus and large groups with no masks and a few infected people causing a spike in the rate which has been used by government to put more controls on people and bankrupt small business owners. Ask how, why and who allowed the virus to escape the lab, and then allow it to come around the world. I suspect it has been expelled airborne to infect so many people. I stay home unless it is necessary to go for groceries etc.

Orville from Ken Blanton , Author, Landscape Artist Answered this on November 25, 2020
Most people that might have visited to spend the holiday will not be showing up due to the virus. I am not to travel to visit for the same reason. I am still thankful for all my blessings from God. (more) Most people that might have visited to spend the holiday will not be showing up due to the virus. I am not to travel to visit for the same reason. I am still thankful for all my blessings from God.

Orville from Ken Blanton , Author, Landscape Artist Answered this on November 20, 2020
I am so grateful that God has given me exceptional health and blessings by the truck load. I am staying home but the good part is that my to do list is getting a lot smaller. I have people e-mailing me images they want me to paint for them. My family members have lowered in total the past few... (more) I am so grateful that God has given me exceptional health and blessings by the truck load. I am staying home but the good part is that my to do list is getting a lot smaller. I have people e-mailing me images they want me to paint for them. My family members have lowered in total the past few years, but I still have some.

Orville from Ken Blanton , Author, Landscape Artist Answered this on October 18, 2020
I don't know your music plan. Do you intend to record them on CD and sell the music, making things a bit lucrative, to maybe pay the light bill. You could distribute fliers for planned activities or birthdays with masks and distancing widely advertised in the fliers. A free concert where you can... (more) I don't know your music plan. Do you intend to record them on CD and sell the music, making things a bit lucrative, to maybe pay the light bill. You could distribute fliers for planned activities or birthdays with masks and distancing widely advertised in the fliers. A free concert where you can have the children attend with a lot of space as at a drive in or park. Take up tips, or gifted funds. It could lead to other plans or activities.
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Orville from Ken Blanton , Author, Landscape Artist Answered this on May 23, 2020
Obama funded the clinic that is owned by Bill Gates, which is the one the virus escaped from seemingly as planned. Who gets prosecuted/ put in Jail ??? (more) Obama funded the clinic that is owned by Bill Gates, which is the one the virus escaped from seemingly as planned. Who gets prosecuted/ put in Jail ???

Orville from Ken Blanton , Author, Landscape Artist Answered this on February 22, 2020
I have found that word of mouth has  brought me a lot of business. I have a web site that is not as effective as word of mouth. I also do several art exhibits and book signings thru out each year. I realize there are so many books written each year and the supply of artists works are more than... (more) I have found that word of mouth has  brought me a lot of business. I have a web site that is not as effective as word of mouth. I also do several art exhibits and book signings thru out each year. I realize there are so many books written each year and the supply of artists works are more than one can count. I try to get my name and past works to people to hopefully drive sales. I am also planning to start using certain art galleries to exhibit my paintings. I am always trying to find new ways to generate interest and sales.

Orville from Ken Blanton , Author, Landscape Artist Answered this on January 25, 2020
I read old business text books I have. I do the Franklin "T" when it applies. The small business administration has a lot of information as does the public library. I usually exhaust all my resources before I inquire answers from friends or most family members. If I know an owner of a similar... (more) I read old business text books I have. I do the Franklin "T" when it applies. The small business administration has a lot of information as does the public library. I usually exhaust all my resources before I inquire answers from friends or most family members. If I know an owner of a similar business, I might inquire how he/she approaches certain issues. The old KISS approach works for me. The word is an acronym that stands for "Keep It Simple Stupid". 

Orville from Ken Blanton , Author, Landscape Artist Answered this on December 29, 2019
I have a face book page for my novel "Strange Adventures" released in June.I am trying the on line media to see if it changes the sale of this book. If it is positive I will then try to use the other ones and check on their progress. This novel is published thru URLink w/author Ken Blanton.I... (more) I have a face book page for my novel "Strange Adventures" released in June.I am trying the on line media to see if it changes the sale of this book. If it is positive I will then try to use the other ones and check on their progress. This novel is published thru URLink w/author Ken Blanton.I believe in testing the waters prior to diving in to find it is the wrong or right approach.

Orville from Ken Blanton , Author, Landscape Artist Answered this on July 09, 2019
I am about to set up a new web site and expand my presence on twitter and face book as a minimum. I have two novels to be released in the near future and I am doing an experiment with one of them. It is a republished book and I am using a publicist and different publisher than usual, to hopefully... (more) I am about to set up a new web site and expand my presence on twitter and face book as a minimum. I have two novels to be released in the near future and I am doing an experiment with one of them. It is a republished book and I am using a publicist and different publisher than usual, to hopefully get the book notice in a big way. The novel is named "Strange Adventures" and the author is me, Ken Blanton. I am seeking out the best ways to market my publications presently.
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