International Artist Day - 2008  
Inuguration of Martin's studio  

In 2008 Martin had his studio built and decided to launch its use with a party to which he would invite local artists and models, and the date he chose was Saturday 25th October.

As he then became aware the day was International Artist Day, he decided to invite artists of various nationalities to exhibit.
And the 5 artists he asked then asked friends until 14 artists each exhibited noe item of their work whilst having a table to display business cards, information on art groups, etc.

Unsure how many people would come, Martin decided to publicise the opening hours as 1 pm to 8 pm with free tapas and wine being provided to visitors.
He was therefore pleased and surprised when a queue started to form at 11 am and he had to open early.

The studio and surrounding terrace was packed with appreciative visitors discussing work and classes with the exhibiting artists until the doors eventually closed.
Statistically over 100 people visited and over 14 litres of drink were dispatched, whilst various new members signed up to art classes.

And it was from the success of this day that the idea of Costa Art Network grew.