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Art History Briefing: Acrylic Painting

As artistic mediums are considered, acrylic paint is in its infancy. Developed by house painters looking for a safer alternative to lead-based paints, this medium was quickly embraced by artists for its versatility.  New processes and techniques are being explored…

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Tips for Preserving Your Fine Art Collection

Buying your first piece of artwork, adding to, or even completing your collection is just the beginning of a long-term relationship. Like a marriage, you need to nurture your collection, preserving its condition and value. There are some simple (and…

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Methods to Assessing Contemporary Art

Contemporary Art comes in many different forms. In fact, some may question what does and does not qualify as contemporary art, but technically speaking, it is art produced currently, beginning in the late 20th century. Knowing that this covers an…

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Art Law – What it Provides to the Art Industry

The art world can be an exciting place, filled with creativity, high dollar investors and collectors, and both experts and strong opinions, in a largely unregulated industry. It has become increasingly evident that legal issues arise which need input and…

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Art History Briefing: Minimalism

For a (comparatively) new and often misunderstood art movement, Minimalism has made an indelible mark on the landscape of the world’s art. Often used to describe anything that is pared down and stripped to its essential components, minimalism allows the…

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