Lets talk about art. In fact, lets talk about the business of art, and what it takes for an artist to become recognized. Lets also discuss how to find an artist like Vincent Van Gogh, or Salvadore Dali, before the art becomes unaffordable to most of the world.
During his/her lifetime and artist may work to produce art and develop his skills as an artist so that the world has a chance to see its universe reflected back to its citizens in a way that provides a unique and transforming experience. Artists sometimes paint for the sake of their art, sometimes for money and sometimes because they are strongly compelled. Some artists are such unique creatures that they find the only way for them to cope, or understand this experience we call life, is for them to paint, sculpt, or do whatever it is they do to express what they feel, know, understand, love, hate, and endure. There are a limited number of artists who paint for what we might call a higher purpose. Unless one happens to actually be an artist, it may be difficult to discern the motivation behind why art is created. Often the most talented and developed artists create because they feel they must, they are bound to a need to express, to create. These artists give everything they have for their craft, often reaching deep inside themselves to gather every part of what they are, who they are, and what they see, so that it can be reflected outward in their art. When we see work from the greatest of artists we see the very essence of what is beautiful, sometimes disturbing, and always magnificent. Such are the artists whose works become most important to the world. Artists like Michelangelo, Salvadore Dali, Pablo Picasso, one particular artist that is painting right now, and who is perhaps, as we say, not yet fully recognized by the mainstream of the art world.
Naturally, those who hold much of the wealth in our societies are the ones who decide which pieces of art are deemed worthy of high prices. Since it is their money that gets used to buy pricey art, this seems axiomatic. But as we know, many times these patrons of the arts are influenced by critics, galleries, agents, and other purveyors of art. While Paris used to be considered the center of the art world, many now feel that Manhattan is the hub of the art world, and while there are many places in the world that house dealers, critics, and galleries, it is from this city where the denizens of the art world congregate. It is usually here that these entities, the navigators of the art community, decide what should be considered good, bad, collectible, and important to the world’s collection of paintings, statues, constructs, photographs, and installations.
While appreciation of art is something that is supposed to be subjective in nature, there can be no doubt that the prices that get paid for what is considered art in our society are influenced by the people within the art communities that the world looks to for guidance. While it would be wonderful if everyone was always completely open-minded in their appraisal of both the artist and individual pieces, this is just not always the way it works. How many times has the world watched as the works from talented and significant artists like Van Gogh, Modigliani, and others were missed by the mainstream art collective during which time these artists struggled to produce what the world now sees as priceless creations? It is a story told over many times. Masterpiece creations were overlooked perhaps because the artists and/or their work, for a myriad of reasons, did not find the approval of the mainstream. It could be that these artists did not subjugate their talent to the rulers of art commerce. Perhaps they did not paint what was considered popular during their time, or maybe they were not popular within the community afore mentioned that influences the buyers of art. I have heard it said many times that those artists who do not “play ball” with the powers that be within the stratified world of art dealers and galleries, often are not immediately recognized. In all fairness there could be many reasons why some works are not fully recognized until after the artist is no longer with us including the idea that talent will usually develop over time. But when an artist is truly talented, when an artist’s work is staggering in form, color, construct, and message, the world will always see, on its own, the importance of the work.
It should be noted that galleries, art dealers, and the like will often spend a great deal of money and effort to promote good art, but many times not until such art comes into their possession or artists agree to give galleries sometimes over 50% of the price. Other times I have heard artists complain that promoters want art for nothing (meaning very little money) so that they can then promote the art and sell it for high dollars. Since promotion of art is the business of a gallery, and a gallery is there to make money, it might be said that there is nothing wrong with these kinds of arrangements. Of course nothing really is wrong with this dynamic as long as you are not an artist, struggling to make it on a shoestring budget while galleries and dealers are living high. Sometimes galleries will provide artists with money so they can buy materials and pay expenses. In exchange for these finances gallery owners will often expect artists to agree not to sell art directly. I've heard one gallery owner state “Running a gallery is expensive". "Often I will give artists money to buy materials, and because of this we have an understanding that they will not have, what we call, studio sales”.
During his/her lifetime and artist may work to produce art and develop his skills as an artist so that the world has a chance to see its universe reflected back to its citizens in a way that provides a unique and transforming experience. Artists sometimes paint for the sake of their art, sometimes for money and sometimes because they are strongly compelled. Some artists are such unique creatures that they find the only way for them to cope, or understand this experience we call life, is for them to paint, sculpt, or do whatever it is they do to express what they feel, know, understand, love, hate, and endure. There are a limited number of artists who paint for what we might call a higher purpose. Unless one happens to actually be an artist, it may be difficult to discern the motivation behind why art is created. Often the most talented and developed artists create because they feel they must, they are bound to a need to express, to create. These artists give everything they have for their craft, often reaching deep inside themselves to gather every part of what they are, who they are, and what they see, so that it can be reflected outward in their art. When we see work from the greatest of artists we see the very essence of what is beautiful, sometimes disturbing, and always magnificent. Such are the artists whose works become most important to the world. Artists like Michelangelo, Salvadore Dali, Pablo Picasso, one particular artist that is painting right now, and who is perhaps, as we say, not yet fully recognized by the mainstream of the art world.
Naturally, those who hold much of the wealth in our societies are the ones who decide which pieces of art are deemed worthy of high prices. Since it is their money that gets used to buy pricey art, this seems axiomatic. But as we know, many times these patrons of the arts are influenced by critics, galleries, agents, and other purveyors of art. While Paris used to be considered the center of the art world, many now feel that Manhattan is the hub of the art world, and while there are many places in the world that house dealers, critics, and galleries, it is from this city where the denizens of the art world congregate. It is usually here that these entities, the navigators of the art community, decide what should be considered good, bad, collectible, and important to the world’s collection of paintings, statues, constructs, photographs, and installations.
While appreciation of art is something that is supposed to be subjective in nature, there can be no doubt that the prices that get paid for what is considered art in our society are influenced by the people within the art communities that the world looks to for guidance. While it would be wonderful if everyone was always completely open-minded in their appraisal of both the artist and individual pieces, this is just not always the way it works. How many times has the world watched as the works from talented and significant artists like Van Gogh, Modigliani, and others were missed by the mainstream art collective during which time these artists struggled to produce what the world now sees as priceless creations? It is a story told over many times. Masterpiece creations were overlooked perhaps because the artists and/or their work, for a myriad of reasons, did not find the approval of the mainstream. It could be that these artists did not subjugate their talent to the rulers of art commerce. Perhaps they did not paint what was considered popular during their time, or maybe they were not popular within the community afore mentioned that influences the buyers of art. I have heard it said many times that those artists who do not “play ball” with the powers that be within the stratified world of art dealers and galleries, often are not immediately recognized. In all fairness there could be many reasons why some works are not fully recognized until after the artist is no longer with us including the idea that talent will usually develop over time. But when an artist is truly talented, when an artist’s work is staggering in form, color, construct, and message, the world will always see, on its own, the importance of the work.
It should be noted that galleries, art dealers, and the like will often spend a great deal of money and effort to promote good art, but many times not until such art comes into their possession or artists agree to give galleries sometimes over 50% of the price. Other times I have heard artists complain that promoters want art for nothing (meaning very little money) so that they can then promote the art and sell it for high dollars. Since promotion of art is the business of a gallery, and a gallery is there to make money, it might be said that there is nothing wrong with these kinds of arrangements. Of course nothing really is wrong with this dynamic as long as you are not an artist, struggling to make it on a shoestring budget while galleries and dealers are living high. Sometimes galleries will provide artists with money so they can buy materials and pay expenses. In exchange for these finances gallery owners will often expect artists to agree not to sell art directly. I've heard one gallery owner state “Running a gallery is expensive". "Often I will give artists money to buy materials, and because of this we have an understanding that they will not have, what we call, studio sales”.
How to spot a genius
In the 90’s we witnessed the beginning of a change in the art world when people worldwide began linking their computers to the internet. As the internet grew many artists began to sell their art directly “online” via personal web sites, online galleries, and of course, ebay. Today, one can log onto ebay and browse the “art” directories and look at art that is offered directly from the artists who create it. There are literally thousands of paintings offered by artists and dealers worldwide. While ebay, and the internet in general, are awash with art that might not usually attract the eye of serious collectors and dealers, there are a select few who will very likely one day take their place in history alongside the likes of Van Gogh, Monet, Picasso, Salvador Dali, and yes even Michelangelo. Our goal at “Artist-Next.com” is to profile artists that we believe will one day be recognized worldwide for their work. We will attempt to find those select few who will take their place as artists whose work will be highly coveted by the most selective and knowledgeable collectors in the art world. To begin our reviews we will take a look at one particular artist who will surely one day be (if he is not already) on the lips of dealers and collector worldwide. This artist is a true genius. The world is already beginning to notice the magnificence of his work, and though currently there are still opportunities to buy his paintings for under $10,000, we have already seen his paintings sell for much more.
Anthony Falbo is an artist that will one day take his place among the great artists of our world. If you are an artist, you will immediately see the quality of the work which can only come from many hours of intense commitment and concentration. From the standpoint of a collector you will immediately note something that clearly stands above the masses. One need only review the paintings sold at auction in halls of the renowned Sotheby’s to know that the works of this artist will one day bring its share of raised paddles. In fact, it has already become apparent to some collectors that Anthony Falbo is worthy to become recognized as one of the most important artists since Dali. This seems prudent as his art really is that good. Not only are the technical aspects of his work crisp, and alive, but the symbolism, the messages, the feeling, and movement of his art is monumental. The artist’s work is every bit representative of the elements the world has come to recognize as exceptional.
Falbo’s messages are stark and often disturbing. When we study his paintings we find deep and profound meaning in the images he paints. Multi-faceted, the artist communicates with humor, love, fear, remorse, desire, spirituality, vanity, and joy. Like other masters before him, Anthony’s work reflects the insights that motivate him to express an understanding of the world which he feels cannot be accomplished through words. Such expressions take time to begin to understand but are keenly stunning when first observed. Like some of the most famous of his predecessors, this artist has elected to go it alone. While some insightful galleries and museums throughout the world have been wise enough to obtain some of Falbo’s paintings, Anthony currently does not sells most of his work through word of mouth and through his web site. This may change one day, but currently serious collectors can still purchase paintings directly from his studio, or online by going to www.falboart.com, and here is a switch, talking to the artist directly.
Anthony Loves to talk about art, and he is always willing to talk about his art. Though he best expresses himself through his work, he is always willing to speak to people about his work. As an artist, and as a collector, I am buying Anthony’s art whenever I can. Currently, there are still pieces that are for sale. I don’t expect these to be available for long, but thankfully Anthony is still painting. At ArtistNext Blogspot we plan to write about some of his individual pieces over the next 12 months. Keep watching!
In the 90’s we witnessed the beginning of a change in the art world when people worldwide began linking their computers to the internet. As the internet grew many artists began to sell their art directly “online” via personal web sites, online galleries, and of course, ebay. Today, one can log onto ebay and browse the “art” directories and look at art that is offered directly from the artists who create it. There are literally thousands of paintings offered by artists and dealers worldwide. While ebay, and the internet in general, are awash with art that might not usually attract the eye of serious collectors and dealers, there are a select few who will very likely one day take their place in history alongside the likes of Van Gogh, Monet, Picasso, Salvador Dali, and yes even Michelangelo. Our goal at “Artist-Next.com” is to profile artists that we believe will one day be recognized worldwide for their work. We will attempt to find those select few who will take their place as artists whose work will be highly coveted by the most selective and knowledgeable collectors in the art world. To begin our reviews we will take a look at one particular artist who will surely one day be (if he is not already) on the lips of dealers and collector worldwide. This artist is a true genius. The world is already beginning to notice the magnificence of his work, and though currently there are still opportunities to buy his paintings for under $10,000, we have already seen his paintings sell for much more.
Anthony Falbo is an artist that will one day take his place among the great artists of our world. If you are an artist, you will immediately see the quality of the work which can only come from many hours of intense commitment and concentration. From the standpoint of a collector you will immediately note something that clearly stands above the masses. One need only review the paintings sold at auction in halls of the renowned Sotheby’s to know that the works of this artist will one day bring its share of raised paddles. In fact, it has already become apparent to some collectors that Anthony Falbo is worthy to become recognized as one of the most important artists since Dali. This seems prudent as his art really is that good. Not only are the technical aspects of his work crisp, and alive, but the symbolism, the messages, the feeling, and movement of his art is monumental. The artist’s work is every bit representative of the elements the world has come to recognize as exceptional.
Falbo’s messages are stark and often disturbing. When we study his paintings we find deep and profound meaning in the images he paints. Multi-faceted, the artist communicates with humor, love, fear, remorse, desire, spirituality, vanity, and joy. Like other masters before him, Anthony’s work reflects the insights that motivate him to express an understanding of the world which he feels cannot be accomplished through words. Such expressions take time to begin to understand but are keenly stunning when first observed. Like some of the most famous of his predecessors, this artist has elected to go it alone. While some insightful galleries and museums throughout the world have been wise enough to obtain some of Falbo’s paintings, Anthony currently does not sells most of his work through word of mouth and through his web site. This may change one day, but currently serious collectors can still purchase paintings directly from his studio, or online by going to www.falboart.com, and here is a switch, talking to the artist directly.
Anthony Loves to talk about art, and he is always willing to talk about his art. Though he best expresses himself through his work, he is always willing to speak to people about his work. As an artist, and as a collector, I am buying Anthony’s art whenever I can. Currently, there are still pieces that are for sale. I don’t expect these to be available for long, but thankfully Anthony is still painting. At ArtistNext Blogspot we plan to write about some of his individual pieces over the next 12 months. Keep watching!
More information on Anthony Falbo can be found at www.artist-next.com, where he is the featured artist for the months of February and March.
Keep watching!
Go to Artist-Next Website to Read more about Anthony Falbo and see more of his paintings
Great blog. Looking forward to the next 12 months veiwing Anthony Falbos work. Might I say it was a little hard to read in this shadow form...
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