On a board prepared with many coats of sanded gesso, this barn takes shape with graphite detail and a little watercolor. This is an 8 x 10 piece but is framed in a wide plein air wooden frame...
Don McGee has worked for over 25 years as a Wealth Advisor at the Melbourne offices of Merrill Lynch. He is a real ‘cracker’ and counts fishing, hiking and camping as just a few of his favorite past times; oh, and he plays a mean game of tennis as well. Don contacted me a couple of years ago regarding a painting for his office so I thought it would be interesting to collect his thoughts on art in a place of business. Here's how Don answered my questions: Read more....
Giving art can be a bit tricky. But with some thought and planning it can be of the most appreciated and memorable gifts ever. Since I love to give(and receive) original items as gifts, I'll share some of my Colorful Thoughts on the subject. Maybe it will help your Christmas shopping be fun. Read more....
Being "green" is in these days...and while sometimes that trend borders on the ridulous at other times we stumble upon some really good messages. The Strawbridge Art League chose "Go Green" as the topic of their most recent juried show recently and asked artists to think about messages in several specific areas. The selected entries will be displayed at the Brevard Art Museum for the month of November. I am honored to be selected to be in the show which opens on Nov. Read more....
I am often asked as to the “appropriateness” of haggling, or bargaining, with an artist over the price. I’m sure there is a wide variety of opinions but, bravely, I’ll share mine. “Haggling” sounds awful, let’s refer to it as “making an offer.” And my feeling is: in most circumstances, done with discretion, it is perfectly acceptable to discuss price with an artist.
That being said, let me offer a few guidelines, again my opinions, as to how and where this might work. After all, today especially, the real price of anything is what a willing buyer and a willing seller agree upon. Read more....
We recently decided to repaint the bedroom and while everything was off the walls and out of its “normal” position I took a good look at the fresh new color and re-imagined the space. There were no empty nails or un-patched holes, no faded paint shapes…nothing to tell me where any of my previous art had to be hung. So, on a whim, I went “shopping”…that is, I wandered through the house and took a new look at “old art.” Read more....
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If you find yourself near Boone, NC do not miss stopping by the new Moonstar...
