modernism week fall preview 2019

Modernism Week Fall Preview: October 17-20, 2019

Image Source: Modernism Week Facebook If you have ever wanted a taste of the midcentury modern life or an excuse to visit Palm Springs, then Modernism Week’s Fall Preview is the perfect occasion. While Modernism Week won’t happen again until February 2020, this “mini-Modernism Week” is another chance to “celebrate and foster appreciation of midcentury…

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Architect Highlight: Vincent Raney

The most well-known architects usually make their mark on the world based on one design they perfect. Frank Lloyd Wright was the father of the “prairie style”. Eero Saarinen is widely recognized for his swooping curves. And Vincent Raney is best known for his domed theaters. While domed theaters aren’t the only design Raney created,…

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The Great Shift in the Collectible Arts Market

It’s no secret that times, they are a-changing. E-commerce has taken over, leaving shopping malls to slowly wither away. Groceries can now be ordered from your phone and later picked up from the store without ever having to set foot inside the building. (You can even get groceries delivered to your home!) People see jobs…

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Ray Eames: Artist, Furniture Designer and Pioneer

Even though they were not widely recognized, female designers were prevalent in the twentieth century. If they were acknowledged at all, their name was always paired with a male counterpart. Yet women are responsible for creating some of the most recognizable pieces in mid-century design. One of the most iconic chairs from the mid-century was…

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4 Steps to Protecting Your Art Investment

For many collectors, modern design is not only a passion but an investment. The pieces collected bring both aesthetic and monetary value to their owner. However, keeping a large collection cataloged and protected against the elements can seem like an insurmountable task. Here are 4 simple ways to keep your art safeguarded for the future.…

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The Power of Art: It’s Good for You

“This is the power of art: The power to transcend our own self-interest, our solipsistic zoom-lens on life, and relate to the world and each other with more integrity, more curiosity, more wholeheartedness.” Maria Popova There is something magical about viewing art. Whether in a museum, in a gallery, or even in someone’s home, experiencing…

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3 Simple Ways to Start an Art Collection

For most people, art collecting is a reflection of how they see the world or their own personal experiences. Some people like to purchase art as souvenirs when traveling around the world, while others use art as an investment to supplement their income as they age. For all collectors, great art cultivates a richness in…

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