Derailed into writing early on, Wallace Wyss re-entered the art field some 30 years later by accident and hasn’t looked back. Some artists, admittedly, get a slow start. One example is Wallace Wyss who in 1962, enrolled in art classes at Wayne State in Detroit. He was a year in, learning oil painting and charcoal techniques, when an ad agency came to the college to…
Mindful art consumption is a significant shift that’s redefining the industry. As collectors and art enthusiasts become more conscious of their choices, they influence everything from artistic creation to market dynamics. This movement towards mindful collecting is shaping a new narrative in art. Here, each piece holds a story, a purpose, or a message that resonates deeply with its audience.…
NEXT ROAD TRIP: Joshua Tree National Park Art Collecting Don’t miss visiting the Joshua Tree National Park Association Store’s West location during one of the local Yucca Valley 3rd Saturday art walks. These art walk exhibitions offer a unique opportunity for visitors, including art collectors, to experience the convergence of artistic expression and the preservation of Joshua Tree National…
Artists, the architects of emotion and vision, stand at the forefront of societal evolution. Their role transcends the aesthetic, weaving an intricate narrative that intertwines with culture, activism, and empathy. In a world navigating the complexities of existence, artists emerge as the custodians of creativity, shaping the very essence of our shared humanity. HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE Through the annals of time,…
A chilling sensation runs down artist’s spines when AI is discussed. Like everyone, most artists worry about AI replacing them at their jobs. If you’ve been using social media, you may have seen people uploading their pictures in artwork. Surely, no one went to an artist to draw themselves. Also, AI generators are the makers of such enthralling images. Like…
In the world of art, there are stories that surpass brushstrokes on canvases, tales that resonate with the human spirit, and narratives that transcend time. One such story is that of the artist Daniel Hodermarsky (1924–1999). To those who knew him he was a force of nature, a force of art, and an unquenchable force of life. The echoes of…
The human body has evolved into an unusual and enduring canvas in the ever-evolving realm of art, where self-expression knows no limitations. Tattooing, which was formerly relegated to society’s margins, has now firmly established itself as a recognized and dynamic form of modern culture. Join us where we peel back the layers of ink and delve into a world where…
The fusion of art and augmented reality (AR) is a groundbreaking development. This technology is not just a tool but a new canvas, offering an innovative way to experience art. By adding digital elements to the physical world, AR invites a deeper interaction with the creations. It’s changing how we perceive and engage with things we see in galleries. This…
A painting falls off the wall, dislodging a sculpture below. Soot shoots out of an active fireplace, blanketing a canvas hanging above it. Heirs take ownership of a valuable art collection, only to discover they can’t sell or insure it because they lack documentation. In my 17 years as an insurance specialist in fine art and collections, I’ve encountered all…
Contemporary art and body art traditionally exist in two separate spheres of culture and seldom present together in a gallery setting. However, at Distortion Society, a combined art gallery and tattoo studio, the two disciplines coexist with the same level of recognition. Located in the artsy city of Beacon, NY, Distortion Society was founded in early 2023 by husband-and-wife Bradley…
