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Professional Artist Studios
14 May 2012 by Pat Ganino / 5 Comments
There are three things that I really enjoy about meeting new artists. First thing is, I am always anxious to see other work up close. It is great that we are able to use the web to see artists work from all over the world but nothing beats seeing the brushstrokes and color and the size of an original. After that I love to meet the person behind the skill. I like to see their demeanor, whether they are friendly, their business acumen and so forth. Finally I LOVE to see the studio.
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Glimpse of a portfolio: Part 2
30 Apr 2012 by Pat Ganino / 7 Comments
It is always interesting to see a decorative painter’s portfolio. It is a personal collection that, whether the artist wants it to or not, is a direct reflection of themselves. Like looking into someone’s purse, we can see a collection that has been put together over time. In this new series I thought it would be nice to see what an artist would show as their “wow” finish if asked. Showcasing three artists at a time, this is a series I really hope you enjoy.
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An artisan in Versailles
08 Apr 2012 by Pierre Finkelstein / 6 Comments
I want to share an inspiring story about the current head of the gilding restoration department at the Chateau de Versailles, France. Laurent Hissier has become a master with humble beginnings. I know this can be a common story, but this is special.
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Glimpse of a Portfolio: Part 1
01 Apr 2012 by Pat Ganino / 9 Comments
In this new series I thought it would be nice to see what an artist would show as their “wow” finish if asked. Showcasing three artists at a time I hope you enjoy.
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Bedroom Makeover Secret: Collaboration and Timing!
09 Mar 2012 by Pat Ganino / 6 Comments
A couple of months ago, my wife Alli and I started thinking of what we could do for our daughter’s 13th birthday. Unlike most girls her age, she isn’t interested in a new phone, new iPod, or a clothes shopping spree. Her own birthday wish list was extremely short: two books by her favorite author. We knew we could do better than that!
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Take a Walk on the Dark Side.
27 Feb 2012 by Rebecca Slaton / 6 Comments
This year in my Interior Design Trend research I stumbled across the Heimtextile web-site. Bingo! An innovative and original discussion of 2012/2013 trends-I like that these Germans are more opptomistic then the Mayans.
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The gift.
12 Feb 2012 by dougdanforth / 10 Comments
The gift. A unique, petit word, with a much larger comprehension. Certain times of the year bring a standard dedicated translation – in our culture, it’s mostly Christmas time, Chanukah, Valentines, graduation, birthdays and anniversaries. Many written and verbal stories contain it and present the idea in lofty or conversely in humble detail – The Gift of the Magi, The Nutcracker, Tom Sawyer, Little Women, and A Tale of Two Cities are classic works that come to mind.
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To Pin or Not to Pin…
06 Feb 2012 by Pat Ganino / 8 Comments
If you spend any time online, odds are you’ve heard of Pinterest. Like me, you may have wondered what all the fuss is about. At first glance, according to the chatter on my Facebook news feed at least, it seemed like a way to collect recipes, crafts for kids, or photos making fun of the Twilight series. “What could be so amazing about that?” I wondered.
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Interior Designers or Interior Disasters?!!
29 Jan 2012 by Ed Mattingly / 4 Comments
The title of this series tends to allude to the fact that working with Interior Designers leads to Interior Disasters and perhaps that the blame for “disaster” lies squarely in the designers’ laps. Hmm…
Should you Run Away from or Run To business with designers?
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“Second look” projects with Doug Danforth
23 Jan 2012 by Sandra Lassley / 6 Comments
I was recently talking to a good friend of mine who sees the world through two very artistic eyes and his approach is somewhat unconventional. He is a “structural artist” so to speak and it is easy to see he thinks in 3-D. Two of his creations I hold on my top ten list of favorite projects! Their creator? My friend and fellow artist Doug Danforth.
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