My collage, Chinese Holiday, will be featured in the National Collage Society’s Postcard Exhibition at the Art Dialogue Gallery in Buffalo, NY.
- The exhibition is now closed.
Pop-Shop Gallery
May 24, 2007 by Leave a Comment
Last weekend, I went to a fun gallery event in Lakewood. The Pop-Shop celebrated their two-year anniversary – a big event for a Cleveland-area gallery. It was my first time there, so I was pleasantly surprised by the turn out. People in Cleveland really do like art, after all.
While there, I met Phoebe Marie, a collage artist. Her work was featured in the show and is delightfully whimsical
Why I Love Art-o-Mat
February 8, 2007 by Leave a Comment
I admit I am a bit of an art junkie. That’s why I think art-o-mat is so fabulous. For only a few dollars, you can own a mini-masterpiece and become an instant collector. It’s truly an innovative way to sell and purchase art.
I can’t remember where I first heard of it, but soon after, I tracked one down in Arlington, VA – which is no longer there. Excitedly, I bought 2 tokens at the Ellipse Art Center and after a decidedly long and deliberate process, I chose my new pieces of art. They stayed on my kitchen counter for years till I moved.
- I’ve also made trips to art-o-mats here in Cleveland and Los Angeles. Why don’t you make your own pilgrimage for art and start a collection?
Are You A Young Genius Or Old Master?
January 16, 2007 by 1 Comment
While flipping through the November 2006 issue of Smithsonian Magazine, I came across this fascinating interview with a Chicago economist. David Galenson has completed a study on artistic genius by combing through records, books and exhibitions to determine when an artist’s most successful works were completed. He concludes that there are definite cycles of creativity. While some artists are most prolific during their early career, others perfect their techniques and see their works prosper later in life, often when other artists are inspired by them.
Galenson also describes the distinct thinking styles of Young Geniuses and Old Masters. While Young Geniuses are more conceptual and may flit from one idea to the next, Old Masters prefer time and trial and error to hone their style. So if you feel like you haven’t reached your creative peak yet keep pursuing your dream, and it may come true.
- So are you an Young Genius or an Old Master?