Art Business News articles from April 2008

Art Business News archives from April 2008

Stands strong: serious buyers, robust international presence lay groundwork for another successful Artexpo.(FOR 30 YEARS artexpo[R])(Cover story)
April 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The 30th edition of Artexpo New York proved to be an exciting, celebratory event that brought with it the winds of change in the industry. Exhibitors and buyers picked up on emerging trends as seen through the...

Time-honored appeal: traditional landscapes flourish in a changing market.
April 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Traditional landscapes continue to be one of the most studied, appreciated and collected subject matters in the art world. The reason for the broad appeal, however, is not as straightforward as the genre itself....

There's never a dull moment at Artexpo.(Editorial)
April 1, 2008... It's that time again for the biannual, post-show awards that we bestow upon exhibitors and attendees of Artexpo to highlight the memorable moments and personalities that make this event so enjoyable and unforgettable each year. This...

Correction.(Correction notice)
April 1, 2008... On page 52 of the March 2008 issue, the price of Mark Lovett's original oil painting, "Reminiscing," was misquoted. The correct price is $8,000. ABN regrets the error.

[S.sup.2] Art Group and Jack Gallery to produce Patrick McDonnell's comic strip "Mutts".(PUBLISHERS' CORNER)(Jack Gallery )(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... LAS VEGAS -- [S.sup.2] Art Group and Jack Gallery announced an agreement with King Features, the distributor of the comic strip "Mutts," to publish fine-art lithographs of the comic art of Patrick McDonnell. McDonnell created "Mutts" in...

Artaissance makes debut on Donald Trump's "Celebrity Apprentice".(PUBLISHERS' CORNER)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ATLANTA -- Artaissance, the online art gallery and newest division of Larson-Juhl, has landed a premier marketing package deal as the major artwork provider for Donald Trumps hit reality show, "Celebrity Apprentice."...

Sessions Online unveils the first fully online school of fine arts.(PUBLISHERS' CORNER)
April 1, 2008... NEW YORK -- In February, Sessions Online[TM] Schools of Art and Design unveiled its School of Fine Arts, the only fully online program offering formal training on academic fine-art techniques geared toward the professional market. Sessions...

Panel discussion at Louisiana ArtWorks includes IFPDA President Diane Villani.(PUBLISHERS' CORNER)(International Fine Print Dealers Association president Diane Villani joins Art and Commerce: Galleries, Fairs, Biennials)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] NEW ORLEANS -- International Fine Print Dealers Association President (IFPDA) Diane Villani joined a panel discussion at Louisiana ArtWorks. The panel, called "Art and Commerce: Galleries, Fairs, Biennials" is part...

Bonhams relocates to Manhattan and releases iconic Rock 'n' Roll art collection.(PUBLISHERS' CORNER)
April 1, 2008... NEW YORK -- International fine-art auction house, Bonhams, has moved to a new office in the heart of Manhattan. The company's relocation will give it exhibition space in a prime location and will further develop the company's ambitions to...

Larson-Juhl helps plant more than 300,000 trees worldwide.(PUBLISHERS' CORNER)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... ATLANTA -- Since 1991, support from Larson-Juhl has funded the planting of more than 300,000 trees in Global ReLeaf ecosystem restoration projects within the United States and around the world. The 2007 donation raises the total number of trees...

Chapman University hosts largest-ever Chuck Jones exhibition.(PUBLISHERS' CORNER)
April 1, 2008... IRVINE, CA -- "Chuck-staposed: A Collection of Chuck Jones Oil Paintings from the Humorous to the Sublime" represented the largest public display to date of Jones' artwork at Chapman University, host of the exhibition of more than 30 original...

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park named ISC host.(PUBLISHERS' CORNER)(International Sculpture Center)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... HAMILTON, NJ -- The International Sculpture Center (ISC) has announced its 2008 ISC bi-annual conference, "Sculpture in Public: Part 2, Public Art," which will be held in October in Grand Rapids, Mich. The conference will be headquartered at...

Sculptor Kevin Robb creates 30-foot installation sculpture.(artist UPDATE)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SAN DIEGO -- Kevin Robb, a renowned Colorado metal sculptor, announces the installation of a major sculpture in San Diego between two newly constructed buildings. Commissioned by Cisterra Partners, the 30-foot-tall...

Bruce Nauman to represent the United States in 2009 Venice Biennale.(international PULSE)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... PHILADELPHIA -- The Philadelphia Museum of Art announces the selection of Bruce Nauman as the artist to represent the United States at the 2009 Venice Biennale. The State Department's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs selected Nauman...

Canyon Road designated one of 10 great streets in America.(gallery FRONT)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... SANTA FE, NM -- The City of Santa Fe and the American Planning Association (APA) announced that Canyon Road has been designated as one of 10 top streets for 2007 through APA's Great Places in America Program. APA Great Places exemplify...

From where does it all come? The inspirations of Steve Barton.
April 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] For Steve Barton, painting is a way of going back to a simpler time. The old quaint cottages, serene seascapes, and soothing Wavy flames that exemplify his artwork reflect Steve's appreciation of life's most peaceful...

Summit Business Media announces new DECOR Expo show director.(show NEWS)(Susan Fields as director of DECOR Expo)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CLEVELAND -- Summit Business Media announces the appointment of industry veteran Susan Fields as director of DECOR Expo. Fields will lead the company's trade-only show and conference for the art-and-framing industry...

Stage set for Artexpo Las Vegas, Sept. 19-21, 2008.(show NEWS)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... CLEVELAND -- A bigger, better Artexpo Las Vegas is in store for the West coast this September at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino. Buyers can look forward to an expanded floor plan with more art and artists to shop; exclusive Artexpo...

DECOR Expo announces cancellation of Baltimore Spring 2008 show: organizers confirm 2008 show & events calendar.(show NEWS)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... CLEVELAND -- DECOR Expo organizers announced their decision to cancel the 2008 DECOR Expo Spring show in Baltimore. DECOR Expo Spring was set to return to the Baltimore Convention Center April 11-13 following last year's inaugural success, but...

Kevin Barry Fine Art Associates opens gallery in Las Vegas.(gallery FRONT)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] LAS VEGAS -- Kevin Barry, the CEO of Kevin Barry Fine Art Associates in Los Angeles, has announced the opening of the company's second gallery, Kevin Barry Fine Art Associates (KBFAA) of Nevada, Inc. Having worked...

Show dates.(news)(Calendar)
April 1, 2008... APRIL APRIL 7-13 High Point International Home Furnishings Market High Point, NC 800-874-6492 www.highointmarket.org APRIL 10-13 The AIPAD Photography Show Park Avenue Armory New York 312-673-4764...

Kit Beecroft.(originals)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... KIT BEECROFT announces the release of "Burn with Willow Herb," an oil on canvas sized 45 4/5 x 39 inches that retails for $5,866. The piece is a part of the artist's new "Northern Odyssey" collection. For more information, e-mail...

Dan Menta.(originals)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] DAN MENTA announces the release of "A Kiss is Just a Kiss," a 20-x-40-inch original work that retails for $5,000. For more information, call 917-681-5267; visit www.danmenta.com.

Lauri Blank.(originals)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] LAURI BLANK announces the release of "Study for Aspen Glow." The piece is an original oil on linen sized 30 x 24 inches. For more information and pricing, call 954-270-1001; visit www.blankstudio.com.

Gail Taylor.(originals)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... Artist GAIL TAYLOR announces the release of "Silver Dollars," an original mixed-media piece sized at 60 x 40 x 3 inches that retails for $6,600. Call 760-771-2783; e-mail gtmetals@gmail.com; visit www.gtmetals.com for further information. ...

Adam Stone.(NEW editions)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ADAM STONE announces the release of "No Place Like Home." The piece is a 44-x-56-inch reverse image on Plexiglas, which is available in an edition of 75 with a retail price of $2,500. It is also available as a...

M. Tomchuk Fine Art.(NEW editions)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... M. TOMCHUK FINE ART announces the release of "Vale" a limited-edition print by MARJORIE TOMCHUK. Printed on handmade paper, this piece uses the artist's own archival, digital photographs and measures 36 x 26 inches. It is available in an...

John Holyfield.(NEW editions)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... Artist JOHN HOLYFIELD announces the release of "Romantic Rendezvous" The piece is available in a 24-x-24-inch lithograph edition of 2,000 and retails for $195. The piece is also available as a giclee on canvas, sized at 30 x 30 inches, in an...

Gallery Bergelli announces the release of Jeff Faust's "Spring" an 18-x-14-inch giclee on canvas in an edition of 100.(NEW editions)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] GALLERY BERGELLI announces the release of JEFF FAUST'S "Spring" an 18-x-14-inch giclee on canvas in an edition of 100. The piece retails for $500. For further information, call 415-945-9454; e-mail...

The Wildland Images Gallery announces the release of "The Candlemaker" by FARIAD.(NEW editions)(Brief article)
April 1, 2008... THE WILDLAND IMAGES GALLERY announces the release of "The Candlemaker" by FARIAD. This 18-x-24-inch piece is available in a giclee on canvas edition of 250 for $575 or a giclee on paper edition of 250 for $195. Call 909-790-5632; e-mail...

Collectors editions energizes industry with 2008 Gallery Forum.
April 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Education. Celebration. Success. These important messages and more rang true during Collectors Editions' second annual Gallery Forum, held in February at the company's headquarters in Canoga Park, Calif. This...

Imagination reigns supreme: for James Coleman, painting is a quest for fun and fantasy.(artist profile: James Coleman)(Interview)
April 1, 2008... The work of artist James Coleman transports viewers into a world of pure beauty and imagination. Drawing from his unique experience as a Disney animator, Coleman seeks to inspire and create an exciting world of carefree escape through his...

Marvin Rosenbaum: meet Marvin Rosenbaum, Chairman of Rosenbaum Fine Art and Inaugural Artexpo Hall of Fame Inductee.(Q & A)(Interview)
April 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Q. How did you get your start in the art industry? I was always interested in art, architecture and beautiful things. When I working for a manufacturing firm in Italy, I began acquiring artwork for my home....