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jabe11jabe11Member
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Originally posted by Jabe11:
Munch's third Scream going to auction on 02 May, Sotheby's. I'm in for a hundred bucks...who's with me!?!?


Many people do not even know there is more than one. Wink

There are 17,000 registered members to this site. If everyone would pledge $4750, we could perhaps buy it collectively. Cool


Alright! Now we're getting somewhere! It may be slightly more complex than organizing an offline.....I'm in!
Seriously, I'm curious to see what the final gavel will bring.
W wine+artMember
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Originally posted by wine+art:
VinT, the piece has been installed, and a photo ( poor iPhone) has been emailed.


Could you forward said iPhone photo, w+a.
I'd love to see the piece.... will do.

How is it 'fitting in'? A keeper?... D was out of town until Monday, and I left Monday, so tonight will be the first time we are both home to talk about it.
vintvintMember
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Originally posted by KSC02:
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Originally posted by wine+art:
Could you forward said iPhone photo, w+a.
I'd love to see the piece.... will do.

Got it, thank you.
Very special piece, this one. However I understood your comments. This one needs to be seen in person fully appreciate. A lot going on that one clearly misses two-dimensionally.


+1. Sorry for the delayed response - I've also been on the road.

Agree with KSC - this piece seems to be straining against two dimensions and looking to break into a third. What a treat, though to get the best of two artists in one piece!
W wine+artMember
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Please do. I was puzzled and interested by your comment about some part of the piece that moves? Trying to imagine how that might work and would love to see photos of the work "two ways".


The piece is hinged, so the right side can be moved. This work should NEVER be static, and we are encouraged also to add layers over time ourselves.

I will send a photo of the hinged portion.
W wine+artMember
I'm taking a PTO tomorrow, and D and I are going to view the Glenn Ligon exhibit at the Ft. Worth Modern. We both have heard rave reviews from peers we respect, and are so excited.

We then have a lunch planned with excellent ( very) wine to celebrate D's birthday, and then a special Champagne tasting that should prove to be very, very special.

On a side note, I'm far beyond ecstatic. There will be a Lucian Freud Portraits exhibit coming to DFW in July. This is the only U.S.A. exhibit, and the previews from noted scholars ( Richardson) has given me goosebumps. Cool
S seaquamMember
Happy Birthday to D!

I didn't see the most recent posts here until now, and I have to say I am both intrigued and confused by the comments regarding your latest acquisition, w+a. When you get a chance, please send me a couple of photos if you don't mind. Right now, I'm envisioning a flat, adjustable and movable sculpture covered with post-it notes that you keep removing or rearranging, but perhaps there's more to it than that. Smile
K ksc02Member
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Originally posted by Seaquam:
Happy Birthday to D!

I didn't see the most recent posts here until now, and I have to say I am both intrigued and confused by the comments regarding your latest acquisition, w+a. When you get a chance, please send me a couple of photos if you don't mind. Right now, ...I'm envisioning a flat, adjustable and movable sculpture covered with post-it notes that you keep removing or rearranging, but perhaps there's more to it than that. Smile

Oh, Seaquam. Open your mind for once, would you please Razz
W wine+artMember
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Originally posted by Seaquam:


I have to say I am both intrigued and confused by the comments regarding your latest acquisition, w+a. When you get a chance, please send me a couple of photos if you don't mind. Right now, I'm envisioning a flat, adjustable and movable sculpture covered with post-it notes that you keep removing or rearranging, but perhaps there's more to it than that. Smile


Will do, but you have a mental picture already. Razz Wink
W wine+artMember
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I wonder where next? I think India would be a great choice.

Interesting. Curious what compels you to suggest India.


Because if I were King, that is where I would build it, and Brazil would be my second choice. Big Grin

I think both countries have a very strong outlook over the next century, and both the Far East and South America are devoid of the positive Guggenheim world of art.

I think Ed is correct putting China in the mix without a doubt, but my experience is this could be very very difficult. The Chinese would perhaps want more control and influence than the Guggenheim would be comfortable with, in my opinion. I also would put my money on India over China over the next 100+ years.
jabe11jabe11Member
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I'm now only weeks away from a visit to the Guggenheim ( Venice) again. Cool

Highly recommended when in Venezia, even if you are not into religious art, tinoretto'a masterpiece at the scuola grande di san rocco, the first floor is simply incredible.
We are off to london tomorrow. I hope to be able to stop in either of the Tate's, but our agenda is already crowded.
jabe11jabe11Member
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The Gallerie dell'Accademia is also worth a visit.

Indeed!


I would not miss it, nor will I miss the Firenze site either on this trip.

Now counting the days...

If the guggenheim was on your agenda, I woudn't have recommended the academia, but if you are going, don't miss giorgione's tempest, Fetti's david, tiepolo's rape of europa, or my museum favorite, The fortune teller. If this sort of art interests you, see titians assumption in the frari basilica. Still, the scuola at san rocco tops them all in my book, but judge for yourself. Oh, as a side note, I loved the Victoria and Albert...we will be back.
glennkglennkMember
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Not sure if this belongs here or in a separate architecture thread, but thoughts on the new tower in London?

http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/...press-155146608.html


WTF!? Eek
Yeah, that ugly thing is by Anish Kapoor. He had an exhibit at the Guggenheim in Bilbao when I was there. A few pieces were really cool, but most were not to my taste.
jabe11jabe11Member
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I've had my picasso fill for a while fix until late June.


I never knew that was possible.

Hopefuly you find that less incredulous, M. de Art. To be so close and not see giotto's capella di scorvigni in padova would be a shame, but perhaps you've seen this monumental work. Comtemplating his ushering in of perspective made think about what child's play non-representational abstract art is. Check out the byzantine mosaics of Ravenna/classe', or Massacio's Holy Trinity at santa maria novello. I hope you enjoy your trip.
W wine+artMember
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Originally posted by Jabe11:
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Originally posted by wine+art:
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I've had my picasso fill for a while fix until late June.


I never knew that was possible.


Hopefuly you find that less incredulous,


Indeed, much better. Big Grin

Speaking of the greatest, I'm trying to work in a quick trip to NYC to view the Picasso & Gilot exhibit at the Gagosian that the great Sir John Richardson facilitated.
W wine+artMember
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the Picasso & Gilot exhibit at the Gagosian that the great Sir John Richardson facilitated.


I was curious about this since (fingers crossed) we hope to be in NYC in late June. I found this interesting article:

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/10....html?pagewanted=all


Jabe11, of all the women in Picasso's life, there was never anyone like Francoise, never.

Go to Charlie Rose . com and watch her recent interview. ( including Sir John) I think you will enjoy it as an art enthusiast.
jabe11jabe11Member
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Originally posted by Rob_Sutherland:
Forget Kahlo, I can't wait to see Diego when they come to the AGO later this summer.

Being my wife is first generation american of mexican decent, i'll let that comment slide. Wink (We have a future trip in the books to La Ciudad to see more Kahlo) On another note, I have been disheartened to see kids are not welcomed in a couple of NYC galleries I had my eye on...the Frick (Antico) and the Neue (Klimt). I have found my #1 has been markedly impressed by priceless works of art...regardless, there'll be planty, brah, in the MoMA to keep us all occupied.
robsutherlandrobsutherlandMember
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Originally posted by Jabe11:
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Originally posted by Rob_Sutherland:
Forget Kahlo, I can't wait to see Diego when they come to the AGO later this summer.

Being my wife is first generation american of mexican decent, i'll let that comment slide. Wink (We have a future trip in the books to La Ciudad to see more Kahlo) On another note, I have been disheartened to see kids are not welcomed in a couple of NYC galleries I had my eye on...the Frick (Antico) and the Neue (Klimt). I have found my #1 has been markedly impressed by priceless works of art...regardless, there'll be planty, brah, in the MoMA to keep us all occupied.


Diego María de la Concepción Juan Nepomuceno Estanislao de la Rivera y Barrientos Acosta y Rodríguez is just as Mexican as his wife Frida!

Sorry (and surprised) to hear that some galleries don't allow children. Then again when I was a little kid I touched the Sunflowers at the Van Gogh museum in Amsterdam and was thrown out so I guess I can understand...
robsutherlandrobsutherlandMember
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Yes, Diego is mexican....I meant to quote on the 'Forget Frida' part. Frida does seem self centered with all the autoretratos she does....but she does have some intriguing ones..Two fridas, wounded deer, borderline, et al. I hope either of the two they have at the MoMA are not on loan.


I've always liked her "What The Water Gave Me" and "Diego On my Mind"
W wine+artMember
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Originally posted by Rob_Sutherland:
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Yes, Diego is mexican....I meant to quote on the 'Forget Frida' part. Frida does seem self centered with all the autoretratos she does....but she does have some intriguing ones..Two fridas, wounded deer, borderline, et al. I hope either of the two they have at the MoMA are not on loan.


I've always liked her "What The Water Gave Me" and "Diego On my Mind"


Both excellent, indeed.
robsutherlandrobsutherlandMember
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Yes, Diego is mexican....I meant to quote on the 'Forget Frida' part. Frida does seem self centered with all the autoretratos she does....but she does have some intriguing ones..Two fridas, wounded deer, borderline, et al. I hope either of the two they have at the MoMA are not on loan.


I've always liked her "What The Water Gave Me" and "Diego On my Mind"


Both excellent, indeed.


But not as excellent as "The Flower Carrier" "Alameda Park", "The Flower Vendor" or "House over the Bridge"
jabe11jabe11Member
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Originally posted by wine+art:
VinT & Jabe11, where did you boys go?

DO NOT tell me you stopped buying art! Mad Wink

Stayed at my cousins house in Queens, but made it in to downtown a couple of times. We saw the MoMA, Nat'l history (the 3 year old is big time into dinos) and Guggenheim. Didn't make the gagosian, unfortunately.
jabe11jabe11Member
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Klimt exhibit at the Museo Correr


I attended this as well.

What did you think?

Enjoy Venice.

Its Klimt; I love the guy. But it was a festa day and extremely crowded. I believe a big museum in Vienna has loaned out a lot of his work for a major remodel. I am hoping to get another trip to Vienna before we leave europe to see the kiss.
vintvintMember
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Originally posted by wine+art:
VinT & Jabe11, where did you boys go?

DO NOT tell me you stopped buying art! Mad Wink


Au contraire, mon ami...we picked up another original from Toronto artist Kate Domina last week. My better half absolutely loves that whimsical-yet-slightly-creepy vibe.

And we are patiently awaiting our next (and much larger) Hoffman commission. Cool

Lastly, we are much looking forward to our visit with Picassso at the AGO sometime in the next few weeks.
jabe11jabe11Member
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Jabe11,

Have you attended the International Contemporary Art Exhibition in Assisi?

We haven't yet made it to Assisi, but if we do, the Giotto fresco's will be first on the list. Close second is the one famous chocolate factory in Perugia.
I have to say contemporary art frustrates me at times. The recent rothko i saw is a case in point...without identifiable objects and no descriptive title, anyone who views it is only guessing at a meaning, if any exists. Painting by feeling is commendable i suppose, but its meaning and/or purpose is exclusive to the artist.
W wine+artMember
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Originally posted by Jabe11:

The recent rothko i saw is a case in point...without identifiable objects and no descriptive title, anyone who views it is only guessing at a meaning, if any exists. Painting by feeling is commendable i suppose, but its meaning and/or purpose is exclusive to the artist.


Oh my, we need to have a little wine talk over a bottle or two of wine. Big Grin
W wine+artMember
I just received an email that Ivan Karp died Thursday in NY. (86)

Ivan was a giant, GIANT in art world for over 50 years. He made a name for himself working at the Leo Castelli gallery before opening his SoHo gallery which is still going strong after 40+ years.

Karp often contributed for Newsweek, The New Yorker, Village Voice and many others including being a guest often with Johnny Carson offering his keen insight and passion for art.

I met him years ago, and was a client of his. I will look at the piece we have from his gallery today and think fondly of him.

Godspeed to the mayor of SoHo.
W wine+artMember
I have always said, leave your contact information with the gallery even if you did not come to terms on a piece of art you were interested in. Things often change. Smile

I was interested in a piece on our trip to Italy in June. The owner of the gallery was not flexible on the price, shipping cost and insurance. I received an email yesterday wanting to open up the conversation again.

Timing is so important when buying art, and I'm not sure everyone truly understands this.

We shall see...
A aphillaMember
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Aphilla, are you a fan of Baroque work in general.


I'm not attracted to periods in art as far as i know. The works of individuals catch my attention, but not necessarily any of their contemporaries.

Caravaggio's paintings grab me. I'd like to have a massive print of the calling of Levi.


Michelangelo's sculptures grab me.


I'm pretty impressed by Rubens.


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Who would you suggest to play his part in said movie?


I like Johnny Depp for his ability to disappear into a role and someone like C. might intrigue Depp. But now I guess that would make it a big time movie, but maybe not.

The guy that plays Dr Watson in the new Sherlock Masterpiece series might be interesting. We'll see how he does as Bilbo Baggins....


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I will try to find an article I read recently about all of the art hitting the market from this time period. Many families have had a lot of art within their family for centuries that has never been seen publicly.
S stefaniawineMember
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Originally posted by wine+art:
I have always said, leave your contact information with the gallery even if you did not come to terms on a piece of art you were interested in. Things often change. Smile

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Timing is so important when buying art, and I'm not sure everyone truly understands this.

We shall see...


This is so true, and such great advice. I've had calls offering to let a piece 'live with me' for a time after not coming to a price for instance.

In my price range, and shopping strategy (suffering through loads of kitty and puppy art to find something good), jumping in fast can also be key. I have many pieces in our home that are way out of my price range now, but I bought them when the artist was just starting out.
W wine+artMember
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Originally posted by wine+art:
I have always said, leave your contact information with the gallery even if you did not come to terms on a piece of art you were interested in. Things often change. Smile

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Timing is so important when buying art, and I'm not sure everyone truly understands this.

We shall see...


This is so true, and such great advice. I've had calls offering to let a piece 'live with me' for a time after not coming to a price for instance.... Ah yes, I know this trick as well. ( it also works with my wife & cars.) Wink

I have many pieces in our home that are way out of my price range now, but I bought them when the artist was just starting out. that is always nice indeed, assuming you still love the work.
W wine+artMember
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Originally posted by aphilla:
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Originally posted by wine+art:
Aphilla, are you a fan of Baroque work in general.


I'm not attracted to periods in art as far as i know. The works of individuals catch my attention, but not necessarily any of their contemporaries.

Caravaggio's paintings grab me. I'd like to have a massive print of the calling of Levi.


Michelangelo's sculptures grab me.


I'm pretty impressed by Rubens.


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Who would you suggest to play his part in said movie?


I like Johnny Depp for his ability to disappear into a role and someone like C. might intrigue Depp. But now I guess that would make it a big time movie, but maybe not.

The guy that plays Dr Watson in the new Sherlock Masterpiece series might be interesting. We'll see how he does as Bilbo Baggins....


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I will try to find an article I read recently about all of the art hitting the market from this time period. Many families have had a lot of art within their family for centuries that has never been seen publicly.


I like the unknown actor in the role as well. If a well known actor was to play the role, my vote would be for Javier Bardem.
T thereweresevenineightMember
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Originally posted by aphilla:
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Originally posted by wine+art:
Aphilla, are you a fan of Baroque work in general.


I'm not attracted to periods in art as far as i know. The works of individuals catch my attention, but not necessarily any of their contemporaries.

Caravaggio's paintings grab me. I'd like to have a massive print of the calling of Levi.


Michelangelo's sculptures grab me.


I'm pretty impressed by Rubens.


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Who would you suggest to play his part in said movie?


I like Johnny Depp for his ability to disappear into a role and someone like C. might intrigue Depp. But now I guess that would make it a big time movie, but maybe not.

The guy that plays Dr Watson in the new Sherlock Masterpiece series might be interesting. We'll see how he does as Bilbo Baggins....


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I will try to find an article I read recently about all of the art hitting the market from this time period. Many families have had a lot of art within their family for centuries that has never been seen publicly.


I like the unknown actor in the role as well. If a well known actor was to play the role, my vote would be for Javier Bardem.
brilliant in Vicky Cristina Barcelona Cool
vintvintMember
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Originally posted by wine+art:
VinT,

I thought you had a post here. I must be dreaming. Confused

Anyway, I emailed you today.

Be well.


Big Grin You weren't dreaming. I posted a note about your newest piece, then you answered my question in your email. So I deleted the post. All is well!

The piece is amazing, by the way. BRAVO!
W wine+artMember
I saw that Herbert Vogel died this past week at 89.

An everyday man with an honest passion for art along with his wife collected over 4700 works of art, all from his very very modest salary from the post office. If you do not know of Vogel, and love art, you should read about him and his wife.

I know they transferred their excellent collection over to the National Gallery of Art years ago. I hope they pay tribute to this true art lover while his wife can be part of it.
vintvintMember
Looking for gallery and museum recommendations for Edinburgh and London. We have 6 days in each city, some of which are already booked for other events. We should have a good 3 days in each specifically for exploring the culture and art.

The Tate Modern and Victoria & Albert are clear must-sees for us. What else would you suggest? Our interests generally lie toward the more recent end of the art spectrum ("not so interested in the religious stuff" as she says Smile.)
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T thewebMember
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but I can certainly see getting the bug.


theweb, be very VERY careful, and do not say I did not warn you. Wink

It makes wine look like the cheapest passion you have. Wink


Not to worry, I'm definitely not in that snack bracket. I'll stick with finding lost gems at the Goodwill. Seriously, you wouldn't believe some of the stuff I've found in last 12 months. Stumbled upon 2 giant lithographs from Roy Lichenstein from an art exhibition in Tel Aviv from 1973. I love them -

http://www.friendsofart.net/en...lichtenstein/m-maybe

I paid $20 each and I'm told they're worth a 100x that Smile My dream is to find a Group of Seven or even a Modigliani Smile
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W wine+artMember
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Seriously, you wouldn't believe some of the stuff I've found in last 12 months. Stumbled upon 2 giant lithographs from Roy Lichenstein from an art exhibition in Tel Aviv from 1973. I love them -

http://www.friendsofart.net/en...lichtenstein/m-maybe

I paid $20 each and I'm told they're worth a 100x that Smile Modigliani Smile


Bravo, well done!

If you find a Modigliani, you will be on the cover of Artforum. Cool

Email me at wineplusart@hotmail.com. We own two large Lichtenstein pieces, and I would cherish seeing yours via email. I will give you a different email address once we connect, and email you pictures of the two we own.

I saw several linocut works of his when I was in Tel Aviv.
T thewebMember
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Seriously, you wouldn't believe some of the stuff I've found in last 12 months. Stumbled upon 2 giant lithographs from Roy Lichenstein from an art exhibition in Tel Aviv from 1973. I love them -

http://www.friendsofart.net/en...lichtenstein/m-maybe

I paid $20 each and I'm told they're worth a 100x that Smile Modigliani Smile


Bravo, well done!

If you find a Modigliani, you will be on the cover of Artforum. Cool

Email me at wineplusart@hotmail.com. We own two large Lichtenstein pieces, and I would cherish seeing yours via email. I will give you a different email address once we connect, and email you pictures of the two we own.

I saw several linocut works of his when I was in Tel Aviv.


Will do. Some of the other artists I have found are:
Wes Lowe
Deidre Hierlihy
Sarah Gersovitz
Stephen Kaye (I really like his work)
Herbie Rose
Karen Patterson
W wine+artMember
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VinT, let's chat off-line.

You MUST hit the better galleries, and perhaps the Contemporary Key gallery crawl based on your schedule.

Will write more soon, off to a meeting, but I will spend some of your money while there! Wink


w+a, I sent a note to your gmail.


Will reply soon.
W wine+artMember
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I have a new work, and I'm a happy man, indeed.


Oh?


Indeed. Cool


A long-awaited sculpture, perhaps?


VinT,

New sculpture has arrived, and now trying to decide if we will place it outside like our last piece, or perhaps indoors which it currently is. It is only 5'8" tall so we have options.

I also shook hands yesterday on a new sculpture commission for an outdoor piece from drawings. Our current outdoor piece needs a friend. Big Grin

Enjoy your holiday in the U.K., and look forward to catching up when you return.
K ksc02Member
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Regarding Warhol, Sixty Artist, Fifty Years next weekl at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Unfortunately I'm in Miami that week, then off to Santa Fe to catch up with D for most of September.

If anyone attends, I would love to hear your thoughts.

The Exhibit is on until December 31. I'm sure I'll attend over Thanksgiving while down there.
W wine+artMember
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Regarding Warhol, Sixty Artist, Fifty Years next weekl at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Unfortunately I'm in Miami that week, then off to Santa Fe to catch up with D for most of September.

If anyone attends, I would love to hear your thoughts.

The Exhibit is on until December 31. I'm sure I'll attend over Thanksgiving while down there.


K, looks like an interesting exhibit. I received a promotional piece in the mail ( really should check our mail more often Smile) and there were several works I had never seen before.

Hmmmm....
E eyesintimeMember
Been quite an art week for me. I was given a generous gift by an artist -- Aurora Robson -- that I identified for an exhibition at the Franklin Park Conservatory where I work. She is an artist that works with reclaimed plastics and as part of the gallery installation she created a small wall sculpture and named it Larry after me and gave me the piece at the preview Thursday. While not for everyone, I find her work and message very cool.

Then yesterday I met with Bruce Munro, an artist from the UK who works in light, who might be a part of our exhibition next year.
W wine+artMember
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Been quite an art week for me. I was given a generous gift by an artist -- Aurora Robson -- that I identified for an exhibition at the Franklin Park Conservatory where I work. She is an artist that works with reclaimed plastics and as part of the gallery installation she created a small wall sculpture and named it Larry after me and gave me the piece at the preview Thursday. While not for everyone, I find her work and message very cool.

Then yesterday I met with Bruce Munro, an artist from the UK who works in light, who might be a part of our exhibition next year.


Bravo, eyesintime. I would love to see it if you have the time to shoot me an email.
E eyesintimeMember
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Originally posted by eyesintime:
Been quite an art week for me. I was given a generous gift by an artist -- Aurora Robson -- that I identified for an exhibition at the Franklin Park Conservatory where I work. She is an artist that works with reclaimed plastics and as part of the gallery installation she created a small wall sculpture and named it Larry after me and gave me the piece at the preview Thursday. While not for everyone, I find her work and message very cool.

Then yesterday I met with Bruce Munro, an artist from the UK who works in light, who might be a part of our exhibition next year.


Bravo, eyesintime. I would love to see it if you have the time to shoot me an email.



Thanks W+A. As someone who isn't in the "art world" -- I'm in development -- it was pretty exciting and I was completely taken aback. I just happened to see a piece of her work and thought it was both visually appealing and perfect for the Conservatory given her messages of recycling and the environment. I don't have a picture at home, but I'm going in for the opening tomorrow and have one at work I can send then.
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W wine+artMember
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Been quite an art week for me. I was given a generous gift by an artist -- Aurora Robson -- that I identified for an exhibition at the Franklin Park Conservatory where I work. She is an artist that works with reclaimed plastics and as part of the gallery installation she created a small wall sculpture and named it Larry after me and gave me the piece at the preview Thursday. While not for everyone, I find her work and message very cool.

Then yesterday I met with Bruce Munro, an artist from the UK who works in light, who might be a part of our exhibition next year.


Bravo, eyesintime. I would love to see it if you have the time to shoot me an email.



Thanks W+A. As someone who isn't in the "art world" -- I'm in development -- it was pretty exciting and I was completely taken aback. I just happened to see a piece of her work and thought it was both visually appealing and perfect for the Conservatory given her messages of recycling and the environment. I don't have a picture at home, but I'm going in for the opening tomorrow and have one at work I can send then. I don't have your email, so shoot me one at . Or I posted a picture on my FB page --


Email & FB request sent, so you can erase you information abouve.
jabe11jabe11Member
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I saw a review of a memoir, Caveat Emptor: The secret life of an American Art Forger by Ken Perenyi. It looks like an interesting read...


The amount of forgeries in museums across the world is larger than many people expected.

Are you going to read the book?

Short answer, yes I think i will.
my wife noped me on using her ipad, so i'm using this as my excuse to buy a kindle. I've been in a reading rut lately.
W wine+artMember
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Originally posted by KSC02:
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Regarding Warhol, Sixty Artist, Fifty Years next weekl at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Unfortunately I'm in Miami that week, then off to Santa Fe to catch up with D for most of September.

If anyone attends, I would love to hear your thoughts.

The Exhibit is on until December 31. I'm sure I'll attend over Thanksgiving while down there.


K, Roberta Smith reviewed the exhibit for the New York Times today in advance of next weeks opening.

She takes her shots, just like her husband Jerry always does, but her review and the pieces shown in the Times today have convinced me I need to attend, even if it is just an in and out trip.

Make sure you let me know your impressions after your visit, please.
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Then yesterday I met with Bruce Munro, an artist from the UK who works in light, who might be a part of our exhibition next year.[/

Some of Munro's works look like they are Serra inspired. Those would be an awesome addition next year.


We're now considering havng him as a solo exhibition rather than a group exhibition. Not sure where that will go. With the James Turrell installation that illuminates our Palm House and Bruce Munro solo light exhibition, could make for some great nighttime viewing.
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Recognize this artist?


I do not, should I?


I would never have recognized him except for the fact that there was a story about him on a Canadian news site last week. The photo in the article was different but I think it had the same sculpture piece that he was working on.

It's Tony Dow, the older brother on Leave It to Beaver. I don't think I missed an episode when I was a kid; loved to hate Eddie Haskel.
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Wallace and I have to study for a test.
Ward, do you think we are being too hard on the boys?


The correct quote is "Ward, weren't you a little hard on the Beaver last night?"

Would never dream I would be correcting w+a in the "Art Enthusiast" thread, but alas you have touched on a subject in which I am well versed! Big Grin
T tpewinedrinkerMember
Just returned from the Festival des Metiers: A Rendez-Vous With Hermes Craftsmen Exhibit. One evening and it is readily apparent why their goods command the prices they do. Their sertisseurs, chemisiers, dessinateurs and maroquiniers are ARTisans of the highest calibre. To share in the secret world of the Hermes ateliers is to walk away with a greater appreciation for quality craftsmanship.
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Congrats on the new purchase W+A! Bought a couple of Hermes scarves... They are so beautiful I think they would actually make lovely wall art, but will look even better on the girlfriend.


Excellent buy, TPE.

At least you get to take home your purchases... I hate waiting for your new art to finish the exhibit, but also understand.
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Nice, inside or outside piece?


Inside. It's fairly small, actually designed to hang on a wall. I will send you a note via email.


Thanks for the email, VinT.

Well played, also. Wink


Picked up the piece yesterday.
Were you able to see the photos of this piece on the artist's website? If not, I now have the photos I could send you direct.
W wine+artMember
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Wife picked up our first commissioned piece.


Always exciting.

I'm curious, did you have to buy regardless since it was a commission? The reason I ask is, a friend recently told me he had to purchase a piece he commissioned even if he did not like it.

I have been playing around with art for 30 years, and I have never heard of that. I do always ask the question just to clarify, but never heard of a must buy.

Congrats on your new work!

I received a phone call yesterday that our new pieces were now going to be delivered and installed from Santa Fe tomorrow. Winner

The entire exhibit sold out on Tuesday, so let the shipping begin!
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Wife picked up our first commissioned piece.


Always exciting.

I'm curious, did you have to buy regardless since it was a commission? The reason I ask is, a friend recently told me he had to purchase a piece he commissioned even if he did not like it.

I have been playing around with art for 30 years, and I have never heard of that. I do always ask the question just to clarify, but never heard of a must buy.

Congrats on your new work!

I received a phone call yesterday that our new pieces were now going to be delivered and installed from Santa Fe tomorrow. Winner

The entire exhibit sold out on Tuesday, so let the shipping begin!

The medium on which the peice was painted is very personal so there was never a question of not accepting it. Indeed, a price was never discussed that i know of, merely an offering for what was valued and what we could afford.
And congrats on your new piece(s)!
Also, we haven't had much spare time to visit any art exhibits, but we were delighted to learn of one coming to our town to celebrate the completion of a 5-year renovation of the Andrea Palladian-designed basilica in our centro. A small town such as ours must have pulled quite a few strings in the requesting line to get the pieces. We are excited to go...
F fcsMember
I am doing something risky, foolish and inspiring...

Opening my own art gallery. Side project, not as source of income, more of a way to show my work and other artists from the area. If I make an extra hundred bucks, great, but it's really something to counter the whole NYC juggernaut on art & artists.

If any of you have any advice for me, love to hear your thoughts!
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I am doing something risky, foolish and inspiring...

Opening my own art gallery. Side project, not as source of income, more of a way to show my work and other artists from the area. If I make an extra hundred bucks, great, but it's really something to counter the whole NYC juggernaut on art & artists.

If any of you have any advice for me, love to hear your thoughts!


I wish you well, fcs.

Please elaborate on your NYC juggernaut comment.

I'm currently in two different due diligent questionnaire processes for an equity position for a gallery in Dallas, and one in Santa Fe. Perhaps we should take our conversation off-line.