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THEINDEPENDENTNEWSSOURCE CV ART AND FRAME’S DESIGNING A UNIQUE SUCCESSFUL FIRST WEDDING DISPLAY POST-PANDEMIC EVENT Custom framers have a CV Art and Frame, a fine unique opportunity to help art gallery in Zionsville, IN, make wedding day memo- hosted its first event since ries last, as well as extend- the pandemic began re- ing the look, feel, and LaMantia Gallery is located in Raleigh, NC. cently that featured a live emotion of a customer’s big painting demonstration with day. After the lights go off Cuban-born artist, Carlos and guests depart, people URBAN ART ATTRACTS A NEW Gamez de Francisco. Go to will want to make sure their page 16 for more details. most precious pieces are preserved for years to GENERATION OF COLLECTORS come. Page 26. Urban art has become a sought after genre that attracts, not just ARTEXPO NEW YORK the younger generation of art collectors, but also those drawn MOVES TO PIER 36 to its unpredictable, colorful aesthetic once confined to the OPTIMIZING A WEBSITE title of street art. Today, urban art is making waves in museums, Artexpo New York, held FOR MOBILE ACCESS fine art galleries, and auction houses like Sotheby’s and October 28 to 31, 2021, has Christie’s. Well-known urban artists Banksy and the late Jean- moved to a new location Industry expert Katherine Michel Basquiat currently have their work featured in an exhibi- and future home at Pier 36, Hébert discusses the best tion titled, “Off the Wall: as his “Rats on Safe” and “3D located at 299 South Street, way to make a website as Basquiat to Banksy,” hosted by Glasses Rat.” Rapper Jay-Z, in the heart of Manhattan’s accessible as possible for Christie’s Auction House, lo- an avid fine art collector, re- trendy Lower East Side. Pier mobile devices allowing cated in the heart of London. cently auctioned a newly com- 36 is the same venue where them to work better when Also housed in Christie’s per- missioned NFT-inspired artwork the Art on Paper fair is held viewed on smaller screens. manent collection is Banksy’s by Derrick Adams featuring each Spring. Page 18. Visit page 23 for details. Pulp Fiction depicting the char- imagery from his 1996 debut acters of the 1994 film, as well continued on page 10

QUOTE OF THE MONTH: Click on advertisers’ “Urban art is likely to attract buyers with means that don’t Web addresses fit the traditional art collector profile, and that is a good thing for all—buyer, artist, and gallery.” throughout the issue. Jay Johansen, page 14 FullPageAdTemplate_Layout 1 3/2/20 11:35 AM Page 1 FullPageAdTemplate_Layout 1 3/2/20 11:36 AM Page 1 FullPageAdTemplate_Layout 1 4/14/21 11:09 AM Page 1 JUN21-TOC_Layout 1 7/22/21 7:36 PM Page 1

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DEPARTMENTS Urban Art Attracts CV Art and Frame’s Artexpo New York New Collector Base Successful Event Moves Pier 36 ARTISTS & PUBLISHERS Page 8 Urban art has become a sought CV Art and Frame, a fine art Artexpo New York, held Oc- after genre that attracts, not gallery in Zionsville, IN, hosted tober 28 to 31, 2021, has FRAMING Page 16 just the younger generation of its first event since the pan- moved to a new location and art collectors, but also those demic began recently, a live future home at Pier 36, lo- drawn to its unpredictable, col- painting demonstration with cated at 299 South Street, URBAN ART orful aesthetic once confined Cuban-born artist, Carlos in the heart of Manhattan’s Page 22 to the title of street art. Gamez de Francisco. trendy Lower East Side.

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Shown is “Pearl” by Jay Johansen, a mixed media on canvas measuring 50 by 30 inches. Call Johansen Fine Art, Rancho Santa Fe, CA, at (831) 233-1166, www.johansenfineart.com.

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Round Two Begins components. Essentially, it cost more and goods took longer enerally speaking, the to arrive. This condition is im- ART WORLD NEWS numbers for the first proving, albeit slowly. Editor in Chief Koleen Kaffan Ghalf of the year were [email protected] pretty good for most galleries The Economy The hangover and frameshops. In most in- from Covid aide has garbled Editor Emeritus Sarah Seamark stances, the first quarter the employment front. As citi- seemed a bit stronger than zens return to becoming work- Production Manager Sue Bonaventura the second, but combined pro- ers and offices re-open, the duced a result much better labor market is going to shift. than last year’s bizarre first Such gyrations will dampen Columnists Todd Bingham half. At the start of 2021, fore- demand. Inflation is starting to [email protected] casting sales performance was gallop and in the possible ab- Barney Davey indeed rife with guess work as sence of government action, it [email protected] Covid flipped the script on most has the potential to hurt market Joshua Kaufman conventional assumptions. For segments across the board. [email protected] the last half of the year, the task is just as murky as the fol- However, the foremost Contributing Writers Vanessa Arvid lowing factors will play a big thing that art galleries and Katherine Hébert role in what we experience. frameshops have now is mo- Richard Houser mentum, and that can be a se- Anita Petersen Buying Patterns As Covid- cret weapon in the short term. Cristi Smith induced habits fade and con- As the greatest prospect for a Publisher John Haffey sumers start to channel their sale is the person who just [email protected] purchases along more historic bought something, the indus- patterns, the effect on our indus- try has a wide and deep pool try is unknown. Although any of happy customers to draw. Information Technologist Joe Gardella drop would be slow to come, it The best approach is to con- may become difficult to sustain tinue that every client has the Editorial Advisory Board first half of the year growth. potential to buy and to assume Phillip Gevik, Gallery Phillip, Toronto, Canada otherwise is a mistake. Steven Hartman, The Contessa Gallery, Cleveland, OH Supply Chains The first half Jeff Jaffe, POP International Galleries, New York John Haffey was marred by a constricted Heidi Leigh, AFA, Belcastel, France ability to obtain products and Publisher Ruth-Ann Thorn, Exclusive Collections, Cedros Design Center, Solana Beach, CA ADVERTISING SALES INFORMATION U.S. & International John Haffey, Publisher Phone (203) 854-8566 Fax (203) 900-0225 [email protected] “Au Bistrot de Marie” Art World News (Volume XXVI, Number 6) ISSN 1525 1772 is published 10 times a year by Johan Messely by Wellspring Communications, Inc.: P.O. Box 129, Rowayton, CT 06853. from International Phone (203) 854-8566 • Fax (203) 900-0225; To order additional copies or back issues Graphics. e-mail: [email protected] or fax to (203) 900-0225. Please indicate which month and year you are requesting. Single copy price is $10.00.

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Wild Apple Signs Artist Laura Horn Carmel Gallery’s New Tahoe Images

Wild Apple, located in Woodstock, VT, has signed Aus- tralian artist, tea- cher, and podcaster, Laura Horn. Her work is created using washes of watercolor, or acr- ylics and ink and then, using pencils, pens, and pastels, she creates shapes, patterns and botan- “Tahoe From Above” by photographer Elizabeth Carmel. ical motifs. Inspired by nature’s imper- “Garden Dance V” by Laura Horn. The Carmel Gallery, Truckee, CA, debuts two new limited edi- fect and ever-cha- tion prints from photographer Elizabeth Carmel. Available in edi- nging beauty, Horn likes to connect with others through her tions of 50, the new releases feature a vibrant aerial perspective online classes, workshops, and weekly podcast, The Laura Horn of Lake Tahoe that many people do not often get to experience. Art Podcast that she hosts with her husband Richie. “Laura’s Call (530) 582-0557 or visit: www.thecarmelgallery.com. first collection brings fresh nature and botanical-inspired collections to market,” says John Chester, co-owner of Wild Zenith Gallery Presents Mays Sculpture Apple. For more information, telephone (800) 756-8359 or go to Wild Apple’s website located at: www.wildapple.com. Zenith Gallery in Washington, DC, Marlborough Gallery’s Francis Show presents an exhibit called, “Weight of the World” featur- ing the sculptural work of Kristine Mays. The show is in conjunction with the artist’s exhibit, “Rich Soil,” at The Hillwood Es- tate, Museum and Gardens. Mays uses hundreds of pieces of wire Untitled by Sam Francis is an acrylic on linen measuring to create intricate “All Power to the People” is a wire 260 by 48 1/2 inches from The Sam Francis Foundation. sculptures that sculpture by Kristine Mays as part capture the human of the Weight of the World exhibition Marlborough Gallery, New York, NY, is collaborating with The form to reflect and retails for $2,600. Sam Francis Foundation to present the late artist’s paintings and upon what is in- prints. Francis is one of the twentieth century’s most renowned ward. “Rich Soil” is the artist’s first outdoor exhibit, and was abstract expressionists and has been featured in some of the originally displayed at Filoli Historic House and Garden. For most significant museum collections throughout the world. For further information, phone (202) 783-2963 or go to the details, call (212) 541-4900, www.marlboroughnewyork.com. gallery’s website located at: www.zenithgallery.com.

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CARNEVALE GALLERY UNVEILS BRITTANY URBAN ART ATTRACTS NEW BUYERS PALMER’S NEWEST WORK continued from page 1 As the art form evolves, that we grow up with, art album Reasonable Doubt. It there is not one true descrip- that reflects a nostalgic part was offered in a single-lot tion of what urban art is. of our lives usually ignites an sale to be sold in an online “You can’t put urban art into emotional response and spe- Sotheby’s auction. Bidding a box,” Mr. Koss says. “It cial connection. That being opened on June 1, 2021, has such a broad net—both said, many urban artists use and started at $1,000. After stylistically and in its subject vintage icons in their art- one month, it closed at matter. Spray paint is the works. Look at Mr. Brainwash $138,600. Proceeds from common denominator typi- who commonly uses such the sale will go to benefit cally whether it has a gritty icons as The Cat In The Hat, the rapper’s charitable or- street application or clean the original Batman comic, ganization the Shawn Carter look with the use of stencils. Charlie Chaplin, and Albert Foundation, which supports This medium of expression Einstein or AtZ who has access to secondary educ- has spread from the subway painted Mickey Mouse and tion for underserved adoles- to the fine art galleries and Felix the Cat. On the other LAS VEGAS—Carnevale cents. hand, both of those Gallery hosted a reception artists have also for the unveiling of work by Urban art is often created works reflect- contemporary artist and described as a combi- ing the present-day model Brittney Palmer. The nation of street art pop culture like super- event featured her newest and graffiti, but today model Kate Moss and paintings, classic works, as it has evolved into one Bitcoin.” well as the world premiere that can feature pop unveiling of her first digital culture imagery, state- While Mr. Koss be- NFT artwork collaboration ments of activism, de- lieves that urban art with Irish mixed martial artist, pictions of culture, can help to appeal to a boxer, and businessperson and a record of history vast array of art buy- Conor McGregor. Palmer, a seen through new ers, having a roster of Las Vegas resident, was in eyes. Also, it has artists that represent attendance for a meet and been elevated on the different styles is most greet during the reception. public level with muse- effective. “It is always Shown above is the artist’s ums like Le Mur lo- great to have a larger portrait of McGregor titled, cated in Paris, France. American Fine Art presents “Instruction” stable of artists and “Conor,” created earlier in by AtZ as a mixed media with acrylic, offer more diversity. the year and released as a Phil Koss, gallery spray paint, and stencil measuring 48 by We have a different print after he announced his director of American 48 inches. Phone (480) 990-1200 or go to collector that walks return to the Ultimate Fighting Fine Art Inc., Scotts- the website located at: www.warhol.me. into our gallery looking Championship (UFC) follow- dale, AZ, knows first- to see a Norman Rock- ing a one-year hiatus. hand how urban art is a big museums around the world. well, as opposed to urban Carnevale Gallery, with two draw for today’s art collector. It is as open and free as the art or Victor Vasarely.” locations: The Forum Shops Featuring the work in his artists themselves.” at Caesars Palace and Ap- 12,000-square-foot showcase Moshe Bittan, vice presi- pian Way in Caesars Palace gallery alongside an extensive The subject matter also dent and executive officer of Hotel & Casino, featured collection and inventory of has a way of resonating with Bittan Fine Art Inc., Valley Palmer’s vibrant portraits some of the world’s most collectors on many different Village, CA, who represent and dynamic abstract paint- distinguished internationally levels, some less obvious various artists, including ings on their website along acclaimed Masters, Mr. Koss than one may think. “The urban artist E.M. Zax, says with an exclusive interview represents artists such as Ari- subject matter varies greatly that the genre often res- in the gallery’s blog, “Behind zona-based urban artist AtZ. in urban art just as any other onates with a younger gen- The Lens.” Her work has An exhibit at the gallery pre- art form. We find that it’s eration of art collectors. been featured at the W sented AtZ’s mixed media more about whether the art “Urban art can be inspired Hotel–Hollywood and Park works (acrylic, spray paint, strikes a chord with the col- by city life with its road MGM–Las Vegas, in long- and stencil) alongside work lector for any reason; beauty, signs, graffiti, billboards, standing installations, and by Banksy, Mr. Brainwash, emotion, worship, money, freeways, skyscrapers, pop- solo exhibitions. For details, The Dotmaster, KAWS, power, etc.,” he says. ular culture, and whatever call (702) 812-2706 or go to: Kristin Simmons, Andy www.carnevalegallery.com. 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PUERTO RICO’S STREET URBAN ART cause of the pop of color Brothers are Master design- ART ADDS TO THE continued from page 10 and the often humorous sub- ers who create commissions ISLAND’S TOURIST APPEAL ject matter, urban art brings regularly for their buyers. comes to mind with no re- passersby into the gallery,” Often commissions piece to- straint,” he says. “It will he says. “I think it’s less gether favorite elements of grab a viewer’s attention and about the materials used to the collector’s life.” is not the usual art image create the work and more that one finds in a gallery. It subject driven.” The thrill of introducing is something that gets your the idea of becoming an art attention. When it is being LaMantia Gallery repre- collector to an enthusiastic made available to have in a sents work by many differ- customer can be just as ex- collector’s home, that makes ent genres of art, including citing for the gallery. “I still PUERTO RICO—While the it special.” urban artists, The Bisaillon am happy to see first-time island of Puerto Rico has Brothers, whose work is buyers in both of our loca- long been known as a beach With recognizable sub- tions,” Mr. LaMantia says. destination, its rich history ject matter and design “We often hear, ‘we felt it and diverse art scene are quality that is part of was time that we purchase also a big draw, as evidenced everyday culture, urban some real art.’ I think that in their vibrant street art, art appeals to not just ex- there has always been often in the form of murals. isting collectors, but also an aspiration on younger Local art scene programs a new generation of art people to move to a city. include Santurce, Ponce, buyer that may not have That’s where things are Blank Space, and Banderas considered collecting. happening and where and feature some of the best Suddenly, artwork found people go to succeed. original large-scale work by in a fine art gallery is Sometimes, the more local artists. According to a something that they traditional work feels recent Brand USA survey, would like to acquire. stuffy to them. Urban art cultural tourism accounts for is bright and grabs a per- 40% of all tourism worldwide. “Its unbridled creativity son’s attention.” with icons and symbols is Mike Marti of Ketchum, a something one can asso- Jason Perez of Jason global communications ciate with, and relate to, Perez Art Collective, consultancy firm on behalf in their own lives,” Mr. Miami, represents the of Discover Puerto Rico, Bittan says. “Oftentimes, work of many urban artists says that as the island the art includes ‘a vocab- including Michael Perez becomes more and more ulary’ that the new gener- (his father), Diane Port- of an arts destination, the ation can relate to. It is wood, Jason Skeldon, gallery community can also not just the subject mat- Bittan Fine Art debuts “The Payphone” Victor Gosa, Brian Tomori, benefit. “Street art pieces ter but also the free hand by E.M. Zax as a mixed media that and the collaboration of are created through the and sometimes uncon- is hand painted with acrylic paint Jason Perez x Cindy collaboration of local artists ventional composition and stencil. Measuring 8 by 22 by Franco. “There’s an en- and community members, that is not restricted to a 6 inches, the retail price is $2,500. tirely new demographic of such as building and busi- regimented mode.” Call (866) 219-9161, or go to the younger collectors that ness owners,” he says. website at: www.bittanfineart.com. might not go into some “Fine art galleries and muse- Mr. Bittan notes that galleries due to the sub- ums help further exhibit local interest in E.M. Zax’s work created using acrylic on both ject matter,” he says. “I artists and their work. While has grown. “Urban art is a canvas and hard panel, com- don’t discriminate though the street art throughout the genre that is here to stay bined with mixed media, and will work with all genres Island’s purpose is to show- and grow as it continues to digital photography, graphic of art, as long as it fits the case the talent and culture gain interest with new and design, and digital design. vibe that I’m looking for.” of the local communities, it traditional art collectors.” also acts as a draw for many Mr. LaMantia says that his And these younger buy- travelers who are looking James LaMantia, co- existing, as well as new, buy- ers often have the funds to to immerse themselves in owner with Sharmila Amico ers, have been acquiring this buy exactly what they like. Puerto Rican culture, espe- of LaMantia Gallery, with type of work for their collec- “A lot of the artists that I cially in an easily accessible two locations (Northport, tions. “We have had several work with frequently receive and visual manner.” For NY; and Raleigh, NC), says galleries see an uptick in commissions to create work more information, visit the that displaying urban art urban art buyers. We’ve had featuring pop icons (modern website located at: www. in his galleries’ windows even older collectors looking discoverpuertorico.com. catches people’s eye. “Be- for diversity. The Bisaillon continued on page 14 PAGE 12 ART WORLD NEWS BittanFA-MAY21-FullPage_Layout 1 6/1/21 3:38 PM Page 1

Bittan Fine Art is proud to feature the work of Pop artist E. M. Zax Polymorphs and Cultural Objects

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JAMALI TO RELEASE URBAN ART notes about the background Social Media, can also gen- MEMOIR AND HAS A continued from page 12 and the palette. Urban art is erate excitement about the MUSEUM IN THE WORKS energetic, engaging, and ap- artwork. day athletes, musicians, proachable and with less actors, cartoons, etc.),” Mr. pretense, comes a wider “Certainly Social Media, Perez says. “The work is market.” hashtags, and now NFTs, all a movement of raw, beauti- break with traditional mar- ful imagery that can be As the audience expands, keting and bring a more in- edgy and relevant to urban the opportunities to appeal clusive range of buyers out culture.” to new collectors becomes to experience the art. These possible. “Subjects and events can also offer a more Mr. Perez is also very ac- styles of urban art require than just the artwork with tive on Social Media and has less ‘permission’ to own it,” music, entertainment, and a just under 91,000 followers he says. “The style in itself party vibe,” Mr. Johansen on Instagram alone. “A lot of breaks with the constraints says. “Urban art is likely to business flows through So- of formal fine art, bringing attract buyers with means cial Media,” he says. “There accessibility with it. This that do not fit the traditional is definitely a formula for also invites exploration and art collector profile, and that marketing urban is a good thing for art to its core all: buyer, artist, WINTER PARK, FL—Artist audience, and and gallery.” Jamali, creator of the Mysti- technology plays cal Expressionism technique a role.” Artist Rita of art, is releasing an autobi- Hisar of Toronto ography titled, “A Mystical His Instagram creates paintings Journey of Hope: The True account docu- she describes as Story of an American Artist.” ments the many “Pop art with a The 480-page memoir will be artists that he definite urban art released in Fall of this year works with, their style,” that is cre- and is published by Rizzoli, new releases, ated using acrylic publisher of two definitive videos of them paint and a monographs on Jamali’s art. in their studios, palette knife. The artist is also working on and events that “Urban art is creating the Jamali Art Mu- they participate heavily inspired seum (JAM) that will feature in. Recent posts LaMantia Gallery presents “Sears–Favorite Things” by by urban culture,” the culmination of 50 years of include images The Bisaillon Brothers as a mixed media on board with she says. “This his body of work, which con- from the South resin measuring 48 by 36 inches. The retail price is genre can include sists of some 30,000 original Beach Art Walk $5,995. Call (919) 900-8453, www.lamantiagallery.com. street art/graffiti works. The artist is inviting and various live art, as well as collectors to become a part of painting events held all experimentation, which is Pop art, and is inspired by the museum-building process around South Beach, FL. likely more appealing to the street art in many different by offering three different op- younger buyer. Having an mediums and forms. I paint tions of investment opportuni- California-based artist Jay emotional connection is re- with a knife and bold colors ties: Legacy Development, Art Johansen created the Urban quired though, regardless of because it creates a rough Investment, and Museum Art Series, which was a de- age. But, like the music that textured painting that could Naming Rights. Jamali’s com- parture from his other work they consume, urban art have been painted on the pany owns a 75,000-square- that includes figurative and validates emotions. There is side of a building.” foot piece of commercially- photorealistic paintings. For also a crossover moment zoned land suitable for a mu- him, this evolution has al- that appeals to a wide Ms. Hisar says that seum and all artwork in his lowed him to diversify what, range of people. Potentially, collecting urban art allows collection has been profes- and how, he creates art. it brings out a segment of people to bring something sionally digitized and buyers who may not have that may have been only archived. He is currently “I see something that I been comfortable with a seen on a public street, into working with architects on its like and translate that sub- formal gallery event. This their homes. “I love its style design. Shown above is a pig- ject into what my vision of can be very strategic for the as it is a very raw and hon- ment dispersion on wood what the artwork should gallery.” est art form and there is measuring 60 by 84 inches by be,” Mr. Johansen says. no pretense. Colors are bri- Jamali. For more details, call “All of this is done in my Events centered around ght, bold, and the message is Jamali Fine Art at (407) 492- thoughts, not on paper. urban art that are marketed 5072 or: www.jamali.com. 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LARSON-JUHL INTRODUCES LARS AND CV ART AND FRAME’S SUCCESSFUL EVENT PETITES III COLLECTIONS CV Art and her hair ado- Gamez de Francisco is a Frame, a fine rned with flow- young artist with high energy art gallery in ers.” and a unique vision and strict Zionsville, IN, discipline. His work is created r e c e n t l y The gallery, in using watercolors, acrylics, hosted its business for mixed media, photography, first event more than 40 and textiles that involved since the pan- years, was set felting of beautiful women, an- demic began up with safety imals, and furniture with sym- of a live paint- protocols to bolic insects interspersed. He ing demon- make the crowd uses various art tools and stration with safe. “We had supplies as he experiments Cuban-born signs up that with new methods as the artist, Carlos “Ceci N’est Pas Une Pipe II” said ‘Masks opportunity presents, as Gamez de required if not evident with his creative use Francisco. The event kicked off fully vaccinated,’” says Ms. of a sunflower during CV NORCROSS, GA—Larson- a two-week long figurative Art and Frame’s Juhl has introduced two new surrealism exhibition and enter- event. moulding collections, Lars tained a masked and eager and Petites III. Lars is a re- crowd. “People were so anx- The gallery’s freshed modern traditional ious to get out and attend,” local TV news moulding line that is versatile says gallery director Rhonda program did a and features elegant panel Crawshaw. “There was much segment on the profiles with deep rabbets to enthusiasm and excitement.” event and in- accommodate today’s can- cluded footage of vases, as well as other medi- During the event, five the charismatic pieces of art were sold and artist’s appear- three additional commissions ance. During the were acquired. “The event event, the gallery took a twist as Gamez de also posted a Francisco grabbed a sun- Pictured is Carlos Gamez de Francisco video of the artist flower from a vase of flowers painting live at CV Art and Frame. live painting on decorating the gallery, and an- their Facebook nounced ‘I’ve never used a Crawshaw. “We also had page to show their list of sunflower be- the doors open Friends what was happening fore.’ He then to the gallery in real time. The event itself dipped it into to allow better was marketed in e-newslet- purple paint ventilation.” ters, gallery handouts, direct and began to Using the honor mailers, press releases, and create with system, they by posting on Social Media. ums. Lars is available in a this most un- asked atten- waxy Dutch black, antiqued usual ‘paint- dees that were The gallery featured Gamez silver, and gold leaf finish that brush.’ The vaccinated to de Francisco’s collection on compliments modern interior. enthusiastic attend and their website, but also let The historic Stanford White crowd of peo- provided hand people know that a handful grill work compo patterns ple became sanitizer in of new images will be debuted were previously only found in collectively three locations at the show. As we continue the closed corner market and silent watch- around the to move closer to a postpan- feature stylized Dutch ripple ing in awe gallery. The demic world, the latter has patterns. Petites III is a mix- as, within mo- gallery staff become more and more ture of transitional petite ments, the were also important to retailers of all mouldings with familiar fin- artist’s vision masked and kinds. “I feel that we will rely ishes, foiled with patina, in manifested poured the more on digital marketing with usable profiles from some of into a beauti- wine for each Social Media emphasis and Larson-Juhl’s best-selling foil ful young “A Day in the Garden V” attendee. Food free community calendar of collections. Phone (800) 438- woman in an was not offered 5031, www.larsonjuhl.com. elaborately decorated dress, to keep exposure down. continued on page 18 PAGE 16 ART WORLD NEWS FullPageAdTemplate_Layout 1 3/29/21 10:13 AM Page 1 JUN21-News-CVArtAndFrame-pg2_Layout 1 7/22/21 7:12 PM Page 1

BELLA MOULDING CV ART AND FRAME spread at events like we human contact for granted DEBUTS DIANA AND continued from page 16 have in the past. We are more and to appreciate the opportu- LILIAN COLLECTIONS aware of spreading germs and nities we have to share our events these days,” she says. we sanitize more regularly, as passion for art face-to-face “We also rely on with our clients. local community We have found organizations, like that hosting regular our local Cham- events makes all ber of Com- the difference in merce, to help generating revenue us spread the and also allows word. We are art clients to con- really trying to nect even deeper boost our online with the art that presence in an they purchase. CHICAGO—Bella Moulding organic way.” Now more than has introduced two new ever, people have lines of moulding represent- Covid-19 has the desire to get ing design. Diana, shown changed how Attendees enjoy the live painting reception of artist out and attend art above is named for the late business is done, Carlos Gamez de Francisco at CV Art and Frame. events.” people’s princess and modern especially for gal- style icon, Lady Di, and is leries like CV Art and Frame well as, discontinuing self- For more information, call available in seven colors and where events feature people serve food stations. the gallery at (317) 873-3288 two profiles that are classic in close quarters. “I don’t think or visit the website at: www. and royal with a little blush of we will ever have the food “We learned not to take cvartandframe.com. femininity. The line’s profile is a taller angled cap with distinctive gold line at the ARTEXPO NEW YORK MOVES TO PIER 36 Redwood Art Group has an- show is Art Lab, Spotlight Pro- sional development program- nounced that Artexpo New gram, and Topics & Trends. Art ming that offer expert per- York, held October 28 to 31, Labs present specially cu- spectives on today’s most 2021, has moved to a new rated projects by leading gal- pressing industry challenges location and future and trends. home at Pier 36, lo- cated at 299 South For this year’s show, Street, in the heart of all Covid-19 health and Manhattan’s trendy medical guidelines will Lower East Side. Pier be strictly followed. At ridge and a petite cap with 36 is the same venue presstime, these guide- a delicate petite gold egg where the Art on lines include ticketing and dart detail. Diana also Paper fair is held each pre-registration, timed includes a faux marble in Spring and boasts entry tickets, contact- black or white and two easier move in and less and queued check- cap profiles with thin gold move out for ex- in, health checks prior accents. hibitors, as well as on- to entry, and all staff, site parking. The show exhibitors, and atten- The other line introduced by was previously held at dees must wear masks Bella is Lilian, (the second Pier 94. at all times. image shown) a petite classi- leries, art institutions, and art cally ornate moulding with a Artexpo New York features collectives within the fair. The trade-only days are stylized art nouveau flair. The more than 400 local, national, The Spotlight Program offers Thursday, October 28, from moulding with a flowing floral and international galleries and a focused look at several 12 to 7PM and Friday, Octo- pattern is available in bright publishers, along with inde- cutting-edge galleries and ber 29, from 10AM to 4PM. gold lilies, cold silver lilies, pendent artists and photogra- artists recognized for their Public fair days are Saturday pewter lilies, and copper phers in the [SOLO] Project, skill and achievement in the and Sunday, October 30 and penny lilies. For more infor- exhibiting thousands of for- visual arts. And the Topics & 31, 2021. For more details, mation, call (888) 248-6545 ward-thinking, boundary-push- Trends education series fea- call (440) 520-3872 or go to: or: www.bellamoulding.com. ing works. Also included in the tures seminars and profes- www.artexponewyork.com. PAGE 18 ART WORLD NEWS FullPageAdTemplate_Layout 1 2/13/20 1:18 PM Page 1 JUN21-CoverStory-pg4.qxp_Layout 1 7/22/21 5:35 PM Page 1

URBAN ART An example of this and fashion with live fashion For Mrs. Arion, galleries continued from page 14 crossover includes artist shows inspired by the urban play an important role in KAWS’ work with Nike (Jor- art, combining art and music the type of art collected clear. The dilemma for art dan x KAWS) and Uniqlo with live bands, and creating by their own community, fans of graffiti art however (KAWS x Uniqlo). “These an interactive art event in the and representation matters. is it’s inherent ‘transient,’ artists receive an incredible style of Japanese contempo- “The most important aspect fragile quality,” she says. amount of interest on Social rary artist Yayoi Kusama. of a gallery is to offer a “The idea being that it never Media.” variety of art forms. In order was intended to be perma- “There are so many ele- to appeal to an optimal nent or to last forever on a The cultural mindset of ments of urban culture that number of viewers within a wall, but rather it is intended urban art has also changed. a gallery can include in their space, one must include a to be enjoyed in the mo- “Urban Art—which was receptions and events to multitude of approaches and ment before it is painted once viewed as vandalism make it a unique and excit- mediums—whether classi- over. The artist and the or destructive—has been ing experience.” cism, impressionism, photo- viewer have no control over largely le- realism, oil, wire sculpture; it on a public wall. When gitimized by anything to create diversity someone buys an urban artists like within the collection will art-inspired painting how- B a s q u i a t allow for greater connection ever, they are in control and and Banksy and a more memorable ex- can literally bring the outside and with perience for the viewer.” in. That is what makes urban reputable art paintings unique and galleries,” Jeremy Wolff, a New exciting.” Ms. Hisar York City-based artist says says. that urban art’s ability to For new art buyers, the connect with its viewer is process of becoming a “ U r b a n what sets it apart from other collector is often made art is now art forms. “When people easier once they take the being used think about urban art, the first step and enter the by cities first thing that typically gallery showroom. “New art and towns comes to mind is street art buyers will find buying urban to rejuve- and graffiti,” he says. art very accessible, with nate differ- “When I think about urban less elitism, more open- ent areas, “JACK” by Jeremy Wolff is an acrylic and art, I think about culture. ness, and less intimidation as well as aerosol on gallery wrapped canvas measuring I think about a new wave than buying more conven- a t t r a c t 30 by 30 inches. The retail price is $5,500. of art that is evolving and, tional art genres for a cou- t o u r i s t s Go to: www.jwolffstudios.com. possibly, the catalyst for a ple of reasons. One is that worldwide new time period of art in urban art is generally more in cities like Miami, New Miami-based mixed media general. I think with every- affordable, with buyers of all York, Los Angeles, Mexico artist Madelyn Arion says thing being so easily acces- income levels able to afford City. London, and Paris. the fact that urban art is sible and at our fingertips, some form of art, whether Older collectors recognize represented by fine art gal- artists have found ways that includes prints, editions, this change, and also have leries helps to elevate its to carve out niches and or originals. Also, the sub- an emotional connection to perception in the eyes of become very relatable to ject matter is very familiar to the pop culture of their collectors. “When street art specific cultures. The new the buyer. Often urban art youth, which is why we crosses into new territory generation of art collectors includes popular culture, so- see so many representa- of commission and appreci- are the same people who cial, and political themes, tions of Marilyn Monroe and ation within a gallery setting, were the first people to use along with Pop art elements.” Mickey Mouse.” the idea can allow for mone- Facebook and Instagram.” tization,” she says. “Today’s With that, collectors of The artwork being inter- The advantage for a urban art is captivating, vi- urban art are drawn to the woven into today’s culture gallery carrying urban art, brant, and appeals to the colorful imagery telling the also raises awareness of Ms. Hisar says, is that it current generation because story of different cultures, the art form and makes opens the door to more it is intriguing. The viewer environments, influences, it more desirable. “Many creative ways to represent often wants to understand and generations. urban artists have been col- the work. “They can hold a its meaning; this interest laborating with corporate variety of receptions and encourages urban art to brands and thus their work events: including live paint- have a home within the fine Koleen Kaffan is Editor in receives more exposure.” ing sessions, combining art art business.” Chief of Art World News.

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URBAN ART

Before Money, Power, Respect

Artist Madelyn Arion, located in Miami, presents “Before,” an Jason Perez Art Collective, Miami, introduces Jason Skel- acrylic on canvas, framed, measuring 22 by 28 inches. The re- don’s “Money, Power, Respect.” The mixed media on oak tail price is $4,700. For further information, telephone (305) 901- measures 36 by 48 inches and the retail price is $4,500. 6920 or go to the artist’s website at: www.galleryomnia.com. Call (786) 848-5442 or go to: www.jasonperezart.com.

I Want It Liza II

Toronto-based artist Rita Hisar debuts “I Want It” as an acrylic Johansen Fine Art, Rancho Santa Fe, CA, presents Jay on canvas using a knife measuring 24 by 24 inches. The retail Johansen’s “Liza II” as an acrylic on canvas measuring 40 by 34 price is $700. The image is one of a four-part series. For further inches. Retail price available upon request. For more informa- information, phone (647) 636-5813 or go to: www.ritahisar.com. tion, call (831) 233-1166 or visit: www.johansenfineart.com.

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MARKETING IDEAS

OPTIMIZING A WEBSITE FOR MOBILE by Katherine Hébert such as how fast your site Website Design not have a plugin for flash Optimizing your gallery’s loads, design elements and viewing. Your design inten- website for mobile devices meta tags It used to be a rule of tions will be lost. is more critical than ever thumb to keep the essential • No pop-ups: On a small now if you care about Page Speed information “above the screen they get in the way Search Engine Optimization fold” to reduce the need of the viewing experience (SEO). It goes beyond key- The speed at which your to scroll. No more with because they can be chal- words and meta tags. Mo- pages load on a mobile mobile site optimization. lenging to close. bile SEO must also consider device is probably the most Now people want to click • Use large buttons: Just the overall viewing experi- critical factor for mobile and scroll. Today is it pre- as pop-ups are difficult to ence on smaller screens. optimization. Slow-loading ferred to have a homepage close, call to action buttons content will be ranked lower packed with information, or menu items that are too Here we are going to re- in search results. The load but with a very streamlined small are difficult to click on view the top best practices time for your pages goes design to make reading with a finger. to ensure your gallery web- beyond keeping image sizes more comfortable on a small • Readable font size— site is optimized for a good small. The hardware and screen. You don’t want viewers to mobile viewing experience have to pinch to zoom when and SEO to improve your reading text on your site. search rankings. I will also Set fonts to scale for highlight some great tools screen size. you can use to analyze your mobile site to identify spe- Search Engine cific problems that you can address. Optimization for Local Search The Mobile-first As an art gallery, you Index certainly want to be attract- ing locals and visitors alike Google has rolled out their for your events. There are mobile-first search index. some essential elements They crawl every webpage connectivity on mobile differ Choosing a responsive you can add to your website to create an enormous cata- from a computer. design is best. Google to optimize for local SEO. log, or index, which it uses to prefers them over a sepa- Include your city and state formulate search results for Use Google’s Page- rate configuration for mobile into the following metadata various queries. A mobile- Speed insights to evaluate devices. Responsive de- so search engines can tell first index means Google will your website’s speed for signs are the norm today a local searcher your gallery be treating the mobile ver- both mobile and desktop and enable your website to is nearby. sions of your website as the versions. The analysis you adapt automatically to the • Title tag and meta de- primary page to index. Hav- get back will offer valuable size of a user’s screen. scription of your home and ing a mobile responsive site suggestions for improving contact page is your priority. your speeds. If your website Other design practices to • Alt tag on an image of is created with WordPress, optimize your websites mo- your gallery There are many things try the plugin WP Fastest bile viewing include: • H1 tag on your contact to consider with regards Cache. It makes the • Avoid flash: HTML 5 or page to your mobile responsive process of resolving speed embedded video are best website to improve SEO issues incredibly easy. because many phones may continued on page 24

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MARKETING IDEAS as well. If you have not ware program for inventory now you must also consider continued from page 23 indexed your site with and website combined, in- the user experience for mo- Google, Bing, and other quire if a sitemap is regularly bile viewers. Use the tools Other ways to help local popular search engines, generated and hosted on the below and linked throughout searchers is to include your then nothing you do to opti- server. If not, you will want this article to better under- city and state in the URL to create one stand your specific areas of of your contact or directions and submit it improvement. Ensuring your page. It is good practice to to the search pages are designed for include a Google map on engines. Sub- optimal viewing on a small your website and ensure m i s s i o n s screen, pages load at an that all your online business should be sev- acceptable speed and local listings have the correct and eral times a search elements are in full information, for example year depend- place will help your gallery on social media, Google My ing on how succeed with mobile opti- Business, Bing Places for often new con- mization Business, Yelp, etc. Incor- tent is added rect or conflicting informa- to your web- Katherine Hébert special- tion can hurt your SEO for site. If you use izes in art gallery business local search. Wo r d P r e s s , sales and marketing strate- there are great gies, as well as the founder of Optimizing Titles mize your website (mobile plugins, such as All in One Gallery Fuel, a subscription- or desktop) is going have SEO, that make this process based service that helps fine Keep titles and meta de- a significant impact. Search automatic. art galleries be more competi- scriptions short for small engines can more accu- tive in today’s art market. screen reading. These are rately and comprehensively I still see a lot of art Gallery Fuel is dedicated to also good places to incorpo- understand what you offer gallery websites that are not helping fine art dealers and rate your keywords to help on your site with a sitemap mobile responsive, and they galleries in small- to mid-sized search engines better un- to provide better index re- will suffer in this digital age. markets grow and improve derstand your business. sults for searchers. You may have spent a lot of their businesses. For more Hopefully, you are already time perfecting your SEO details, visit the Gallery Fuel doing this for desktop SEO If your gallery uses a soft- for your gallery website, but at: www.galleryfuel.com.

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NEW ART

Between Now and Then NASA Bubble Street Gallery, located in Sausalito, CA, presents Daniel Merriam’s “Be- tween Now and Then,” a giclée on canvas in an edition of 150, measuring 24 by 18 inches. The retail price is $1,600. For fur- ther information, call Bubble Street Gallery at (415) 339-0506 or visit the website located at: www.bubble New York City-based Jeremy Wolff artist presents streetgallery.com. “NASA,” an oil, acrylic, and aerosol on gallery wrapped canvas. The image size is 48 by 48 inches and the retail price is $12,500. For further information, visit the artist’s website located at: www.jwolffstudios.com.

Emergence

Touch Me

Studio EL, located in Emeryville, CA, debuts Debbie Wolff’s “Touch Me,” available as a giclée on paper, canvas, clear Tina Palmer Gallery, Richmond, VA, presents “Emergence” by acrylic, brushed aluminum, Baltic birchwood, and glossy Tina Palmer as an acrylic on canvas measuring 24 by 24 inches. laminate on acrylic, in various sizes. For further information, The retail price is $1,800. For more information, call (703) 798- call (800) 228-0928 or go to the company’s website located 1240 or visit the website at: www.tinapalmergallery.com. at: www.studioel.com.

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FRAMING TECHNIQUES

DESIGNING A UNIQUE WEDDING DISPLAY

After a year that left cere- each piece down to the Another idea is to protect and table numbers. The pos- mony halls and event spaces smallest of details. What and preserve important sibilities are endless with dark and quiet, wedding sea- better way to remember this guest notes from the recep- this option. Creating stylish son is back in full swing! special milestone than to tion. Family and friends play and lasting shadow boxes Marriage marks an incredibly keep their sentimental items an active role in the many takes knowledge and tech- important life event that usu- all in one place and dis- successful marriages, offer- nique to achieve and, as a ally involves at least a full played in their home for all ing support and community custom framer, customers year of planning down to the the family to see. during the good times and look to professionals to care smallest of details. Many the bad. It’s safe to say for their precious irreplace- brides and grooms will tell that the people who able items. you that the ceremony hap- attend a ceremony are pens in the blink of an eye important in both of One way to let people which makes creating lasting newlywed’s lives. That’s know that custom framing memories of this momen- why it’s a great idea to is a great way to commemo- tous occasion even more have a table with sta- rate their wedding—as important. It’s common for tionary for guests to well as give attendees gift newlyweds to want to cre- write a note of encour- ideas—is to design a gallery atively transform memories agement. Afterwards, wall to showcase the many from their wedding into they could bring in the options. treasures they can display most memorable ones, for a lifetime. After the lights such as well-wishes Don’t forget the obvious. go off and guests depart, from a grandparent It’s extremely common to they will want to make sure or loved one, to be have a professional photog- their most precious pieces framed. rapher in attendance at a from the special day are pre- Creating an wedding to capture and served for years to come. archival, So many aspects commemorate the special yet beautiful, of a wedding are im- moments that occur. At the Custom framers have a setting for portant to the cou- very least, it’s a good idea unique opportunity to help one-of-a-kind ple. Creating unique to have a friend or family make those memories last, wedding items shadow boxes with member who is tasked with as well as extending the can help wedding dresses, capturing the most special look, feel and emotion of a commemorate ties, pieces of cloth- moments such as the first customer’s wedding day. a couple’s ing, keepsakes, and dance and first kiss. Re- Here are some ways that special day. one-of-a-kind items minding people not to let framers can inspire cus- typically featured these incredible memories tomers. during the cere- collect dust in a box on a mony and festivities shelf or in the closet. For most people, every Since these could be a great step in the wedding planning important items are usually way to use the colors and Creating a gallery setting process is meticulously one-of-kind, they may be design of the wedding into on the walls of people’s designed. Encourage cus- subject to UV damage which an extraordinary framing homes are a great way to tomers to arrange and frame can cause fading over time. project. arrange and show off wed- their vows, invitations and Talk to them about protect- ding photos that tell the save-the-dates. From hand- ing these memories for Some more traditional ex- story of their day. Such a written vows to invitations generations to come by in- amples of these keepsakes display offers an opportunity completed by a calligrapher, corporating Tru Vue’s Mu- could be: bouquets, shoes, they took the time to plan seum Glass into the frame. gloves, garters, bow ties, continued on page 27

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FRAMING TECHNIQUES from the photo products for protecting pho- AR Acrylic. continued from page 26 • Use matting to create tos, artwork, and items, in- more space and volume cluding Optium Museum After enduring the stress to present a larger amount • Consider upgrading to Acrylic, UltraVue Laminated and excitement of planning of memories in a well-organ- Glass, Mu- a wedding, it can be difficult ized fashion. seum Glass, to find the motivation to Conserva- sift through the photos to Taking a cue from the tion Clear find the perfect ones to wedding theme, colors, loca- Glass, Con- feature. It’s a good idea to tion, music, cake, etc. can s e r v a t i o n start the process sooner play a role in designing the C l e a r than later before the memo- framing for wedding photo- A c r y l i c , ries begin to fade as life graphs. Custom framing can Conserva- carries on. It is best to add the perfect stylish and tion Reflec- start by picking the classics, personalized touch to a per- tion Control such as a posed portrait, son’s wedding photos in Glass, Con- a family photo, or a cute order to help bring the mem- s e r v a t i o n group shot. Don’t forget ories to life. And don’t forget Reflection to incorporate some more to include engagement pho- C o n t r o l unexpected photos as well tos as options as well. Custom framing mementos from a couple’s Acrylic, Op- if possible. A wedding is wedding can bring the memories of that day tium Acrylic, one of the most important Here are some tips to into their day-to-day living. U l t r a V u e life events in an adult’s bringing out the best of wed- U V 7 0 life, give it the attention it ding photos. anti-reflective museum glass Glass, AR Reflection-Free deserves. • The best wedding photo to protect a couple’s memo- Glass, Reflection Control frames are gold, silver, white ries by enhancing clarity and Glass, Reflection Control For further information, tele- and beige shielding from long-term Acrylic, Premium Clear phone Tru Vue in McCook, IL, • Avoid elements on sunlight damage Glass, Premium Clear at (800) 621-8339 or go to frames, such as flowers or Acrylic, TruLife Acrylic, the company’s website lo- hearts, that can distract Tru-Vue offers a myriad of Vista AR Glass, and Vista cated at: www.tru-vue.com.

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AND NOW FOR SOMETHING COMPLETELY DIFFERENT

Wall Street Gallery, Madison, CT Framed By Kosal, Monroe, CT The framers at Wall Street Gallery in Madi- son, CT, created this colorful custom frame for a limited edition Zac Brown Band 2018 tour poster by combining two of their own custom made mouldings: wavy 1 from their Wavy Frame Series and S+L 2 from their Shoots+ Ladders series. Kosal Eang framed a postcard of a mural called “Beyond the The frame was Wall” painted by Martin Whatson (photographed by Martha stamped with Cooper) using Presto 2375 in Blue Aziza. The frame was then custom colors and painted with acrylic spray paint. The top mat is Crescent 2238 feature a wavy shape 8-ply White RagMat and the bottom mat is B4355 Old World cut out. Call (203) 245-2912 or visit: www.wallstreetgallery.net. Metals Verona that was hand-painted with watercolor. Call (203) 261-2552 for more details, or visit: www.framedbykosal.com. Finer Frames, Eagle, ID Ray Street Custom Framing, Meg Glasgow of Finer Frames in San Diego Eagle, ID, created this unique shadow- Michelle Robinson of box of sheet music Ray Street Custom for the opera, “Car- Framing, San Diego, men.” The face CA, created the triple frame is Larson stacked moulding Juhl’s Brimfield outside frame for a Cottage White mixed media untitled painted with black painting by acrylic and a series A l m a d a of acrylic glazes. Ramos. By It is stacked on top stacking the of black shadow- three mould- box moulding to ings, she achieve the 4-inch was able to depth. Ms. Glas- skip over the gow created the more traditional route of using a fabric liner. A fourth moulding stage curtain out of was used to create the inside red and aqua areas. Ms. Robin- green silk fabric that was folded and pressed into place. She then son used a combination of moulding from Larson-Juhl and hand-stitched it together so it would hold its shape in the AMCI in the project. The idea of the gold wavy outside frame frame. The shadowbox is illuminated by battery powered LED was created to play on the lines and wavy texture in the art- lights and Tru Vue’s Museum Glass finishes the project. Call work. For more information, phone (619) 255-2022 or go to the (208) 888-9898 for more details, or go to: www.finerframes.com. website located at: www.raystreetcustomframing.com.

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WHAT’S HOT IN OPEN EDITIONS

Romantic Moments Here are the “Romantic Moments” by Lisa Ridgers meas- ures 30 by 40 inches and retails for $48. best selling prints For further information, telephone Third & from some of the Wall Art Group, located in Seattle, at (877) 326-3925 or visit the company’s website leading open edition located at: www.thirdandwall.com. publishers.

A Little Bit Of This

Early Spring Garden Bouquet “Early Spring Garden Bouquet” by Julie DeRice measures 24 by 24 inches and retails for $25. Phone SunDance Graphics, located in Orlando, FL, at (800) 617-5532 or visit: www.sdgraphics.com. “A Little Bit Of This” by Jacqueline Ellens measures 28 by 28 inches and is on stretched canvas. The retail price is $205. Call Canadian Art Prints and Winn Devon Art Group Inc. Richmond, BC, Canada, at (800) Henrietta 663-1166, www.capandwinndevon.com.

“Henrietta” by Michele Norman measures Ray of Burst I 12 by 16 inches and retails for $15. Also available on canvas and wood products. For further information, call Penny Lane Publish- ing, located in New Carlisle, Ohio, at (800) 273-5263 or go to the company’s website at: www.pennylanepublishing.com.

Golden Stream

“Golden Stream” by Susan Jill measures 48 “Ray of Burst I” by Eva Watts is available by 24 inches and retails in any size and printed on paper, canvas, for $50. For further in- acrylic, and Dibond metal. A 24 by 24-inch formation, phone Galaxy image retails for $48.50 on paper. For further of Graphics in East information, telephone PI Creative Art, located Rutherford, NJ, at (888) at Toronto, at (800) 363-2787 or go to the 464-7500 or go to the website located at: www.galaxyofgraphics.com. website located at: www.picreativeart.com.

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Vintage Jar Bouquet Here are the “Vintage Jar Bouquet” by best selling prints Cynthia Coulter measures 36 from some of the by 24 inches and retails for $35. Telephone Roaring leading open edition Brook Art in Elmsford, NY, at publishers. (888) 779-9055 for further in- formation, or visit the website at: www.roaringbrookart.com. Vague Impression

Under the Bridge II

“Under the Bridge II” by Albena Hristova measures 24 by 36 inches and is available on paper and canvas retailing from $39 to $139. For further information, telephone Wild Apple in Woodstock, VT, at (800) 756- 8359 or go to: www.wildapple.com.

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