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Why We Value Original Art

Why We Value Original Art

   Imagine you are strolling through a swap meet and you find a booth with several paintings for sale. You wouldn’t normally bother, but as you pass, the owner of...

Why We Value Original Art

   Imagine you are strolling through a swap meet and you find a booth with several paintings for sale. You wouldn’t normally bother, but as you pass, the owner of...

Is Collecting Art for You?

Is Collecting Art for You?

                  How do you connect to art? In a gallery or museum, do you respond emotionally to a piece of art? The subject?...

Is Collecting Art for You?

                  How do you connect to art? In a gallery or museum, do you respond emotionally to a piece of art? The subject?...

The Plain Truth About Plein Air Painting

The Plain Truth About Plein Air Painting

     When strolling outdoors, many of us have seen an artist equipped with paint palette and easel creating a version of the scenery in front of them. This popular...

The Plain Truth About Plein Air Painting

     When strolling outdoors, many of us have seen an artist equipped with paint palette and easel creating a version of the scenery in front of them. This popular...

Two images of artists, one using oils, the other using acrylic

WHAT TO USE? ACRYLIC OR OIL?

Acrylic or oil, what attributes makes an artist choose?  Many artists use one or both of these two mediums, especially for larger pieces and the preference of collectors.  Learning a...

WHAT TO USE? ACRYLIC OR OIL?

Acrylic or oil, what attributes makes an artist choose?  Many artists use one or both of these two mediums, especially for larger pieces and the preference of collectors.  Learning a...

THE JOYS OF COLLECTING ART

THE JOYS OF COLLECTING ART

         Do you enjoy viewing art?  Visiting art museums and galleries?  Seeing artists at work?  If so, consider the potential satisfaction of having a personalized collection of...

THE JOYS OF COLLECTING ART

         Do you enjoy viewing art?  Visiting art museums and galleries?  Seeing artists at work?  If so, consider the potential satisfaction of having a personalized collection of...

Image of many hats and sign saying 'artists' job description'

The Life of an Artist - What's it like?

              Who is an artist?  Our definition is someone who has chosen to create through an artistic medium and craft a lifestyle.  For those who endeavor to generate...

The Life of an Artist - What's it like?

              Who is an artist?  Our definition is someone who has chosen to create through an artistic medium and craft a lifestyle.  For those who endeavor to generate...