AIBU for being so proud of dd achieving this at 17?

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Dd has one of her artworks on exhibit at the Royal Scottish Academy’s Annual Open Exhibition. I don’t think I’m BU to be so proud of her, although IRL she doesn’t think it’s worth mentioning to friends! She’s the youngest in the show.
https://rubymitcham.com

Wow, that's incredible!

She is super lucky and was awarded an art scholarship to a school which follows the English system. We wouldn’t have been able to send her otherwise.

Wow! Just thank you.

Hmmmm- I’d say it depends. Yes, absolutely, consideration and lack of boastfulness is good.

BUT, I think particularly women are often socialised to avoid taking credit where credit is due, or avoid expressing self confidence, in case they will be attacked for getting above themselves.

im not saying you are doing this, OP, but I do think it’s right that you assure her she has much to be proud of and that anybody who cares about her will be delighted for her. I hope she feels and knows that.

I know that I ended up in a first marriage, sub consciously underplaying all my achievements, because deep down I knew he didn’t want me to shine. I hope your daughter knows she is allowed to shine!

and her painting is amazing- the technique, yes, but also the character that shines through in the portrait. Fantastic!

Theyre truly fabulous - I just looked at her website. She’s amazing. … you probably know all this but I just asked ChatGPT based on a portraiture old masters type courses for 18 year olds…. !! Def start a GoFundMe !! X

1. Full-Time Atelier Programs (Professional Track)**

If you're ready to commit full-time, many ateliers accept students straight out of high school. These are immersive, 3-4 year programs similar to how the Old Masters trained their apprentices.

Best Options for 18-year-olds:

• *Florence Academy of Art*
• *Angel Academy of Art*
• *Grand Central Atelier*
• *Swedish Academy of Realist Art*
• *London Fine Art Studios*

These schools do not require a university degree. They focus on building skill, not academic prerequisites.

Wow! And she's self taught ?!

I work in ‘the arts’ and her paintings are exceptional for her age - it took some of the old masters decades to achieve works with such detail. I look forward to seeing her name come up at work one day!!

@Ahappymediumlarge

Purely reading between the lines, I think funding may be an issue for Ruby, could you suggest organisations to approach?

Thank you. She would love to go to the Florence Academy of Art. All the schools you mention are private and you can’t get student loans for them, so we’re figuring it out. I have put together a go fund me. It’s just waiting to be approved by Moment but I’ll also try and put the link on her website on the contact page.

She is very talented. I hope she continues.

Yes, self taught with a total of 5 days at an atelier recently.

Lol. Its on public display

She is truly exceptional and with a lovely attitude too.

I wish her a wonderful future.

Amazing congratulations to her and you

Wow, her work is incredible.

You wouldn’t be unreasonable to shout it from your rooftop.

What an incredibly talented daughter you have

Wow, she is exceptionally talented
I thought they were photographs at first

It’s great she’s ambitious. In addition to the GoFundMe - it may be worth asking at the Scottish exhibition (where she’s currently exhibiting) if there are sponsors looking to support individuals.

The art school itself in Florence may also be interested in giving a bursary? Her talent in capturing expression not just the look of the character is exceptional and they may have a fund or put some money towards her fees to nurture her further.

There may also be charities or websites to help guide parents in looking after or nurturing a prodigy, which your daughter undoubtedly is!

Will share her Instagram and website with an arts type journalist I know who may be able to raise further awareness or put in touch with people who can help.

more funding opportunities @FriendlyLaundryMonster

Here and here (for 18+ though)

eta; this

This is all great advice; thank you so much.

You ladies are very impressive. I’ll research all the links this evening.

Her work is outstanding. An amazing talent. I've seen her work on her school's page, it makes headlines locally (near me). It certainly captures your attention. I look forward to seeing what she does next!

Wow. She has a breathtaking gift. YANBU!

She is amazingly talented. As parents i dont think it is ever a bad thing to be proud of their acheivements no matter their age.

You ladies have made me get my act together! There’s now a link to her GoFundMe on her website here:

rubymitcham.com/contact/