Culture To Welcome Me Back

So looks like I took all of April off.  I am simply embarrassed, but I took a much needed vacation and dedicated my energy to get ready for it, have fun on it and then simply deal with the withdrawal symptoms of facing reality.  What better way to get back in the game than with a little art work.  Beginning tomorrow in New York City the 10th Annual Spring Affordable Art Fair will open its doors at 7 West 34th Street.  Here you will be able to find art from over 75 galleries exhibiting original art work.  Prices start at just $100 for amazing original pieces.  This is a great way for first time collectors to get their feet wet, or the seasoned buyer to see what the fresh talent is out there.  There is everything from paintings, sculptures, photographs and mixed media works.  Starting tomorrow, admission to the fair is free from 6-8, which is just an added bonus.  Head over and look at the art work, go home and think about it.  Since you cannot stop thinking about it head back with your check book and proudly hang that original art work on the wall.  When you come back you will have to pay for admissions.  This is an excellent opportunity to support talent and beautify your home.         

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No More Bare Walls

The last time you stepped foot in a gallery you fell in love with every piece of art work. If you could afford it, picking out just one piece to bring home would be one of the hardest decisions you would have ever made. But thanks to lacking funds, you could only imagine those masterpieces hanging above the mantel. What if there was the opportunity to bring home original art into your tiny apartment starting at $20? Would you jump at the opportunity to start your collection. I sure would and that is why I have bookmarked 20x200. Bringing together both the artist and the collector 20x200 makes it possible for the masses to have limited edition art avalible for all. Each week they introduce works on two mediums, photographs and paper. The works are offered in various sizes, starting at the low price of just $20. Every piece is accompanied by numbered certificate of authenticity that is signed by the artist, information about the artist and statement, and instructions for caring for your print. If you do not succeed at finding an aestetically pleasing piece, try try again. There will be new work next week.

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