Art for Everyone - Open Invite

(West Elm and 20x200)Have you always wanted to learn more about art collecting and how to display art?  Look no further! West Elm, in conjunction with 20x200 Gallery, is sponsoring a design class this Saturday, August 27th, on this very subject.  Jen Bekman, founder of 20x200, believes in art for everyone.  She launched her gallery of affordable art in the Lower East Side in New York and has attracted artists from all over the country. 

The design class is going to be held at West Elm's 1870 Broadway Store.  Call them to RSVP: 212-247-8077.  Many of the artists' work will be available at the store so you can also start your collection too!

Oh-Ohmega!

Photo: Nova Colette BronsteinAs an artist almost always looking to make something from something else I'm always smitten when I can make it over to Ohmega in Berkeley, CA.  This architectural salvage yard has ample supply of inspiration! 

Whether you are looking for items with which to decorate your home or, as I more often do, looking for motif-rich items from which to find reference you will find myriad items that catch your eye. 

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Dreams in Gossamer

(47th Street View of "Billowing Beauty" Photo: Nova Colette Bronstein) The Lab Gallery of The Roger Smith Hotel, located in the center of the hustle and bustle of midtown Manhattan, is a rotating candy store for the eyes.

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Brooklyn Flea: A Feast for the Senses

 "Beastie" Photo Collage: John MurphyA weekend visit to Brooklyn Flea in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn, NY unearthed a mecca of sensory bliss, from tasty nibbles and u-pcycled furniture to limited edition prints and hand-stitched quilts from India. And, yes, you can still find an unlimited assortment of antiques and items which could easily be made into your next piece of jewelry! 

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Pocket Sized DIY

"I Make My Case" Artist Palette Phone Cases (Photo: Case-Mate)Technology and art have found some playful common ground in the cases for mobile devices and more specifically, phones.  The result is good for everyone, in some cases, even the environment!

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