Off the Beat and Into a Museum: Art Helps Police Officers Learn to Look
Here is a fascinating article about art and the power of observation. Amy Herman is an expert in visual perception and uses art to teach others (police officers, medical students, business executives, etc.) how to look at the details and … More…
Deal of the Art: Why Auction Houses Are Giving Away Millions
According to Katya Kazakina’s recent Bloomberg article, it appears that the auction houses are taking the idea of “sacrificing to gain” to a new level. The behind-the-scenes deals at some auction houses are nothing less than shocking. These top auction … More…
L.A. art dealer Perry Rubenstein charged with ripping off Michael Ovitz and others is held on $1 million bail.
Could it be an epidemic? California dealers falling from grace — always seems to revolve around greed! When you spend more than you have someone is going to pay … and sadly, it is usually the good guys. What happened to … More…
Ace’s Fall From Grace: Artists Fight to Get Works Back From Ace Gallery
Another big one’s fall from grace. I feel bad for all the artists who will take a hit. According to Jori Finkel’s article in The New York Times: …on April 6, Mr. Chrismas lost the keys to his gallery, after … More…
Richard MacDonald sued his wife and her family for $18 million
Amazing story about the lawsuit brought by sculptor Richard MacDonald against his wife, Julia Cominos, and her family. According to the complaint: Julia was abusive and controlling whose attacks “ranged from insults, name-calling and screaming … to breaking and throwing … More…