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Glen and Carol attended a Gift Fair earlier this month and things are starting to roll in!  The first to arrive was Tampopo Table Art.

          

Vilmain came in this week. These pewter pieces by Judy Vilmain are always fun and inspirational! Stop by an see all the new items!

    

In a recent trip to the foothills, Glen and John stopped in to see Sierra Foothills Artist Leslie Hurst and brought back several new works of art for the Gallery. Leslie’s expressionist painting style is open and loose. Her landscapes and still-life's are infused with light, rich color, and contemplative space. Her love of saturated and heightened color, brings a dynamic sense of feeling and place to her work.

           

          Olive Grove                   Tree at the end of mills, Claremont CA

        

 Taos Mt over Arroyo Hondo                   Olive Grove I

You can see more of Leslie's work by viewing her work on our website under Artists Represented. Stop by and see them in person! They are fabulous!

 

 

 

 

 

Anyone can buy art, and for almost any reason. Many people buy an artwork simply because they like it, even if the artwork may be by an unknown artist. Art, as long as you enjoy it, is never a waste of money.  “A thing of beauty if a joy for ever: Its loveliness increases.’ - John Keats

Art Is For Enjoyment

 Art is meant to be displayed. Don’t buy something you won’t appreciate looking at day after day, no matter what other people may say. Don’t buy something just because it is trendy, because the artist is famous, or because you have been advised that the artwork will make a good investment. If you don’t like the artwork, don’t buy it! An artwork should touch your soul, stimulate your thoughts and bring a smile to your lips.  Why live with something you don’t like?

 Art Enhances Your Environment

 Have you ever noticed that all beautiful homes have art as an integral part of the decor? Art lends life and color to otherwise plain and ordinary walls. A well thought-out art collection creates an unique ambience in your home, office, lobby or waiting room.

 Art Makes a Statement

 The kind of art you surround yourself with says much about your personality, tastes and values. Art is a mirror of the soul. It’s an expression of who you are. Be true to yourself, and choose art which is meaningful to you.

 Art Can Be An Investment

 Art can pay handsome returns, but this very rarely happens overnight. If you’re hoping to make a fast buck, art may not be the right avenue for you. Art is an investment which you can actually admire and enjoy. The promise of both pleasure and profit from art certainly adds to the appeal of art collecting.

 Art Enriches Your Life

 Art should enrich your life. Otherwise, why spend precious time and resources on it?

 Art Makes An Impression

 When you need to give a gift which will make a lasting impression, a piece of artwork is hard to beat. Just remember to select something which will appeal to your recipient’s tastes, and keep to a sensible budget.

 

Watch for the “Six Rules of Art Collecting” in a future blog!

Katherine is known for her highly detailed watercolor paintings, and is now introducing her "Celebration Series". This series is acrylic on canvas and more design oriented. Stop by and see these amazing works of art and many others. You can also view them in the Artists Represented area of our website.

       

     Back to Square One                        Penny For Your Thoughts      

      

       Lavender Fields Forever                          Red Fields

Congratulations to the following artists for winning awards and/or being accepted in the 2010 Delicato Vineyards Fine Art Show: Justin Blizzard. Ed Cesena, Chloe Fonda, Deborah Gordin, Jane MacIver, Tina Moore and Henrietta Sparkman. Moore took a 2^nd Place and an Honorable Mention; Cesena received a 3^rd Place and Blizzard, Sparkman and Fonda, an Honorable Mention.

 The show can be seen daily, 9 am – 5:30 pm, through February 6. The Artist Reception and Awards will be February 6 at 2 pm. Admission is free. Delicato Vineyards is located at 12001 S Highway 99, Manteca, CA 95336