There shall be eternal summer in the grateful heart. ~ Wallace Stevens

Thursday, December 2, 2010

"20x200: It's Art for Everyone"

The above title pretty much sums up the philosophy of my favorite, new website 20x200. It is the brainchild of Jen Bekman, who opened her own art gallery in NYC in 2003. (field trip anyone??) Then, in 2007, she came up with a most ingenious equation -->


(limited editions x low prices) + the Internet = ART FOR EVERYONE!!!


Ms. Bekman decided to use the Internet to bring together people who want to sell their art with people who want to buy art. Simple! She offers art prints and photographs that span anyone's interest spectrum. By providing many ways to browse art...by price, subject, color, artist, etc., Ms. Bekman makes it super easy for the novice and the pro. There are usually three sizes and prices available for each piece of art. Originals are available by inquiry. All art is accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity that is signed by the artist. (personally, I always tape this on the back of the framed piece for safekeeping)


I am truly addicted to this little corner of art heaven. Become an art addict and subscribe to her newsletter. A couple times a week, a new artist and piece of artwork pops into my inbox!! Check this out ~~~ the below photograph (by Christian Chaize) from the 20x200 site was spied by me, in the current issue of Elle Decor, hanging in someone's fabulous home. It can hang in your home too!


OK here is your homework. Pick out a piece of artwork you LoVE, spend $20.00, and become an art collector. If you need some inexpensive framing tips, Ms. Bekman has a great video clip that takes you through the easy steps. I can't wait to see what you choose! Maybe you'll share it here...


tb


Response to DUDS: not sure where to start. I know exactly what pair of pants you are talking about - I had the same pair 12 years ago. They did swoosh. Wonder if the pink umbrella was perhaps Kate's? Was it tiny? We should probably go shopping...you may need some serious intervention. Wonder if you are a hoarder. Strongly believe T still has the original Preppy Handbook in her basement. It may be worth a dig.

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