So You Want to be an Art Collector?
This prestigious exhibition is a once-a-year opportunity to see a composite of many accomplished Western New York artists that have been selected by the Albright-Knox curatorial staff. 212 pieces of artwork from 172 of the best known and newly discovered area artists are on display.
All media, from sculpture and collage to oils, acrylics, watercolors, and photography is represented.
Thirty-four pieces were chosen by the curators as Selected Highlights. Many of these pieces will then be presented in a special show at the Albright-Knox.
"The mission we are accomplishing is starting collectors," according to Sandra Honny, who chaired the show. "We present affordable art that people can buy or rent. Then they can try things and begin to develop their own taste and style, and learn about area artists and art."
"A number of our big collectors in Buffalo began by renting and buying through the Collector's Gallery," Honny said.
There is something affordable here for almost everyone, with prices starting at $50 and topping out at $4200, with a median range of $250 - $900. Rentals are $10 - $35. The Collectors Gallery offers the artwork for yearly rental or purchase.
Whether you are looking to become familiar with area artists, discover new ones, or view favorite artists work--some of whom are working in new styles--this is the perfect show. With such a large selection of artists, everyone is bound to find something that speaks to them.
The 2008 Annual Area Artist Show will be on display in Clifton Hall, adjacent to the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, starting Friday, April 25 from 10AM to 8PM, and Saturday, April 26 and Sunday April 27, from 10 to 5.
There will be an Artist Reception on Friday April 25 from 5 to 7 in the evening, and the show will be open to the general public until 8 that night.
The Collectors Gallery is open Wednesday and Thursday from noon to 4, Friday from Noon to 8, Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4.
For more information, collectorsgallery@albrightknox.org
ALBRIGHT-KNOX ART GALLERY 1285 Elmwood Avenue Buffalo, New York 14222-1096 716.882.8700
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RisingDamp666
How much for a Warhol?
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patrickwillett
How much for a Willett? But seriously folks, the opening was a great evening, great turnout, this could become the premier art event of the season for local artists. The work chosen for this show by the AK curatorial staff is quite impressive and the AK collectors gallery staff is first rate. Thanks to all for a great evening and wonderful exposure for all the artists involved.
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