PARK WEST ACADEMY

STUDY GUIDE
®

Updated October 2022

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OUTLINE

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 A Note from Park West’s Vice President of Sales,
Training and Talent Management, Paul Bielby

Congratulations on your selection to attend our upcoming Park West

training session!

On average, 600+ people apply per month for this job, with only the
best candidates—approximately 6%— invited to our Training
Academy. You represent the best of the best, and we look forward to
seeing you succeed at training and beyond.

Park West Gallery has been bringing fine art to people all over the
world since 1969. We provide a complete experience-based art
program onboard cruise ships worldwide, including auctions,
seminars, exhibitions, artist sailings, and other special events that
our clients truly love and look forward to attending.

We’ve steadily built a client base of over 3 million art collectors in over 80 countries. Our motto
is “Art for Everyone,” and through our auctions and enrichment seminars, we inspire first time
and returning art collectors alike in the joys of collecting fine artwork.

The independent contractors (ICs) providing services to us love what they do. In fact, some have
said, “It’s the hardest job you’ll ever love” because the position is challenging yet extremely
rewarding, both personally and professionally. We take pride in the strong support structure that
we offer, and the ICs we work with are proud to be associated with a company that has such a
successful business model combined with a steep history.

The training session will be most effective if you arrive fully prepared. This study guide
highlights the most important information you should know. Your success at training is a direct
correlation of your preparedness.

The entire training team looks forward to meeting you. You will not only learn about art—you will
also learn valuable skills such as public speaking, negotiating, sales, management, leadership, and
interpersonal skills.

Good luck and see you soon,

Paul Bielby

Vice President of Sales | Training and Talent Management | Park West Gallery

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EXPECTATIONS FOR TRAINING

ARTIST INFORMATION & ARTIST PRESENTATIONS

• Artist knowledge should be your first priority, as this information allows you to
professionally and accurately represent our artists.
• You are expected to be able to present all the major contemporary artists at
training. Make sure you adopt the ideal presentation structure to make your
presentations as good as possible!

PARK WEST & AUCTION PRESENTATIONS

• How would you introduce Park West to someone who has never heard of us? This is
something you will do often on the job, and will be a graded exercise at training.
• Take the key points from the “Park West Presentation” section of the study guide and make
it your own! Don’t memorize what’s written.

ART COLLECTING 101

• Have a basic understanding of why people enjoy and collect art.
• Understand the different levels of collecting.

ARTISTIC MEDIUMS AND MOVEMENTS

• Be able to simply explain how an artistic medium is created to someone with no art
knowledge. Many find it helpful to watch YouTube videos on these topics.
• Have a basic understanding of significant art movements—when they took
place, why they happened, and which notable artists influenced the movement.

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Park West Gallery Mission Statement
Park West Gallery's mission is to create an educational, entertaining, and welcoming
environment that ignites a passion for the arts and creates a collecting experience like
no other company in the world. Park West Gallery supports a myriad of artistic talent,
engages the widest array of audiences, and advocates genuine artistry while maintaining
only the highest of professional standards.

About Park West Gallery

You will interact with first-time cruisers and guests who have never attended a Park West
auction. Memorizing the following facts will enable you to introduce the gallery to
potential clients:

• Park West Gallery is the world's largest privately owned art dealer and has been in
business since 1969.

• Park West Gallery produces live art auctions onboard over 90 cruise ships worldwide -
and on 100 ships by 2023.

• Park West Gallery has built a global client base of over 3 million collectors and
hosts over 200 art auctions every week on land and sea.
• Park West has a museum in Southfield, Michigan, and gallery locations in Las Vegas,
Nevada, Honolulu, Hawaii and New York City —and we’re continuing to expand.
• Park West holds regular live-streaming online auctions where collectors can bid on art
from all over the globe.
• There are over 10,000 artworks available for purchase in Park West's exclusive E-Gallery.
• Park West Gallery provides the art programs for multiple cruise lines including
Carnival, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess
Cruises, and Royal Caribbean International.
• Park West Gallery offers one of the best customer satisfaction guarantees in the art
world—the 50/50 Satisfaction Guarantee. This means that, in celebration of Park
West's over 50 years in business, clients can collect with confidence because they
have 50 months to exchange any art they collect.
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Why Do People Collect Art?
There are a variety of reasons one has to collect art. It is helpful to know what motivates art
collectors as you learn to become an art dealer.

Some cruise passengers may not initially have an understanding or interest in the arts, but through
our auctions and seminars, a new appreciation is sparked.

So: Why do people enjoy and collect art?

• Aesthetic Value: They like how it looks. They want to decorate their home or office.

• It Moves Them: Some people emotionally connect with a work of art. According to Joan Miró,
"A simple line painted with the brush can lead to freedom and happiness."

• Personal Meaning: The subject matter is important—it can commemorate an event,

remind someone of a loved one, or even become a memory of their cruise vacation.

• Historical Value: Some works we offer are already centuries old, but even modern art is
acquired with the intention of making it a family heirloom.

• Expression of Self: Art is a way to visually display inner thoughts, feelings, or desires.

• Status Symbol: The artwork itself creates a sense of pride.

• Note: We never recommend collecting art for investment.

What makes art valuable?

Many factors affect the price and value of an artwork:

● Name, reputation, and ability of the artist
● Medium (such as etching, unique one of a kind, serigraph, etc.)
● Edition size
● The physical size of the artwork
● Quality of imagery
● Availability
● The presence or lack of artist’s signature
● Historical importance
● Importance within the artist’s oeuvre (a.k.a. body of work)

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 LEVELS OF COLLECTING

You will find four major categories of art offered

to our guests onboard. Unique works are the
highest level of collecting, followed by
Embellished Limited Editions, Graphic
Works/Limited Editions, and Posters.

1. Unique, One-of-a-Kind Works

Unique works are the best artworks available—this is the highest

level of collecting.

They are singular works, the only one in the world that exists.

Historically, “original” meant unique, so most people today who talk about an original artwork
really mean unique. “Original art” is defined as any artwork created directly under the control
and supervision of the artist. Thus, the graphic works we sell are also original works. The term
unique is the most accurate word to use when referring to a one-of-a-kind artwork.

Unique works include acrylic paintings, oil paintings, watercolors, drawings, pastels, and some
mixed media works.

2. Embellished Limited Editions

An “embellished work” is a graphic work (see below) that has embellishments added to each
artwork after the edition is completed. These embellishments are most often brushstrokes of paint
or gesso to mimic the look and texture of a one-of-a-kind unique painting. Some embellished
limited editions are numbered on the “verso” (back) of the artwork for this reason.

In some cases, the artist does the embellishing him or herself, but, in most cases, the artist will
embellish a few examples from the edition and then highly-trained artisans who work for their
atelier (i.e. studio) will complete the remainder of the examples in the same manner. As with
printing—even though the artist has help—they remain highly involved at all levels and approve all
work before signing a work of art.

Note that when artworks are embellished, each work in the edition is embellished the exact
same way, so each looks the same.

Due to the extra work involved, hand embellished works have smaller edition sizes than non-
embellished works. This combination of factors makes an embellished graphic work more
expensive than a non-embellished graphic work (all other factors held constant).

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3. Graphic Works (Limited Editions)

Often referred to as “prints,” we refer to them as “graphic works” to help distinguish them from
posters.

The major difference between graphic works and posters are, (1) posters are not hand-signed, and (2)
posters are not limited in number.

Creating a graphic work requires a great deal of artistic talent, creativity, attention to detail, skill,
and patience. Artists can spend decades perfecting just one graphic medium, such as Marc
Chagall and the lithograph.

To the uninformed, a graphic work may seem like “just a copy,” so guests may not understand why
they may sell for thousands of dollars. If you get this reaction, you can explain that the works they
see are not copies or posters, but are truly art forms in themselves. Collecting graphic works has
benefits for the artist and collector alike—for example:

Photorealist painter Scott Jacobs spends hundreds of hours on a single painting and thus
is only able to create 3-4 paintings a year. It would be impossible for him to keep up with
the demand for his work. You may wait 18 months or more for a unique Jacobs.
Additionally, not everyone can afford to purchase a unique work. A Scott Jacobs unique
painting can sell for $30,000+, but his hand-signed graphic works, limited to just a few
hundred examples, are usually available for around $1,500.

In short, graphic works allow an artist much greater exposure while also providing
affordable access to fine artwork to the general public. It’s a win-win situation. This is also
why graphic works are great for beginning collectors—it’s a more affordable way to collect
while still getting a work that is limited in edition.

4. Posters

The only posters Park West offers our clients for sale are works by Leroy Neiman and Alfred
Gockel. Neiman works specifically are not reprints—they are vintage and nostalgic works that
have been archived in some cases for over 50 years.

Many artists have used posters as a way to express their creativity and are often considered
landmarks of their time. Think Peter Max in the ’60s, Chagall and the opera, Picasso and his
bullfights, etc.

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Graphic mediums are methods that allow an artist to create multiples of the same image.
Commonly known as prints, we refer to these as “Graphic Works” to highlight the artistry in the
creation process.

Artists choose specific graphic mediums because they are either in search of properties the
technique produces or simply because they enjoy the process.

Picasso said that even if he had only produced one print from the 500+ plates he created in 1968,
he still would have created each plate because he so enjoyed etching, proofing, and re-working of
every single image. Chagall so loved lithography that he created one on the day he died.

The most important thing to realize when discussing graphic works is that they are art forms in
and of themselves and have a high degree of involvement from the artist throughout the entire
process. An artist's work is their reputation and thus extremely important to them, so they will not
hesitate to destroy any examples from an edition that do not meet their high standards.

Etching
Etching is one of the oldest printmaking mediums. Along with engraving, it is one of the
most important techniques for old master prints and remains in use today.

Watch this etching demonstration from Christie’s: How Rembrandt Made His Etchings | Christie's

Etching Process:

1. The process begins with a metal plate, most commonly copper.

2. Acid-resistant wax, called ground, is applied to the entire surface of the plate.
3. The artist removes the ground using a burin (needle), exposing the metal beneath.
4. After the image is drawn, the plate is submerged in an acid bath.
5. The acid bites away at the exposed metal, creating lines.
6. The plate is removed and cleaned.
7. The plate is inked; excess ink is removed so ink only remains in the etched lines.
8. Dampened paper is placed over the plate and put through a printing press, creating the etching.
9. Additional impressions are created by re-inking, cleaning, and putting plates through
the printing press.

Additional Notes on Etching:

• Rembrandt is widely considered to be one of the greatest etchers in art history.

• The primary difference between etching and engraving is that engraving is a physical process,
and etching is a chemical process. An engraver uses sharp tools to cut lines directly into a
surface, while an etcher burns lines into a surface with acid.
• Etching’s principal advantage over engraving is that little knowledge of metalworking is needed,
which is why you may encounter more etchings than engravings. Keep in mind this does not
mean it is an easy medium to create and master.
• Etching has often been combined with other intaglio techniques for varying effects—Rembrandt
often worked with etching and engraving. Francisco Goya also worked with etching and
aquatint.
• Park West offers etchings from masters like Rembrandt, Picasso, Chagall, and Goya.
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Lithograph
Lithography, or “stone writing,” is a printmaking process where images are inked and pressed
onto slabs of stone or metal plates. The technique works on the principle that oil and water repel
each other. Lithography is characterized by its subtle, milky colors and soft lines. It is also
revered for its capability to produce atmospheric, delicate colors and soft tonalities. The
technique lends itself to a painterly aesthetic.

Lithography Process:

1. Using an oil-based crayon or “tusche,” an artist draws an image onto a polished slab of limestone.
2. The stone is treated with a chemical solution that causes the image to attract oil-based
printing ink. The blank areas (negative space) will repel the ink and attract water.
3. The stone slab is wiped with solvent, usually turpentine, to bond or “fix” the image to the stone.
4. The slab is prepared for printing by damping it with water. Water is absorbed only by the
blank areas.
5. Oil-based printing ink is applied to the slab with an ink roller.
6. A damped piece of paper is placed on the slab. Then the slab is run through a lithographic
press which exerts a great amount of pressure between the paper and the slab.
7. The paper is lifted from the slab with the image printed in reverse. This process is repeated for each
individual color in the image - a new slab is needed for each color.
8. The lithograph is examined, and left to dry, it can be rolled again for the next color
“impression” to be printed.
Watch this Lithographic demonstration from New York’s MOMA:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nUXDltQfqSA

Additional Notes on Lithography:

• Lithography was heavily utilized by 19th and 20th-century artists like Henri de
Toulouse-Lautrec, who was an early innovator of the technique, and Marc Chagall who
revolutionized the medium.
• Notable artists who also excelled in lithography include Emile Bellet, Marcel Mouly, Joan Miró,
and Pablo Picasso.

Offset Lithograph
Offset lithography is a commonly used technique in which the inked image is transferred (or
“offset”) from a plate to a rubber blanket, then to the printing surface. The print is not made
directly from printing plates (such as traditional lithography), instead the image is transferred to
another surface and from that surface to paper.

Additional Notes on Offset Lithography:

• Offset lithographs are not the same as lithographs, even though there are similar elements.
• A notable artist who produced offset lithographs was Thomas Kinkade.

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Serigraph
Serigraphy is based on stencil printing (also known as silk screen printing). The concept is to
push pigments through stencils to create an image. Each color requires a separate stencil and
printing application—so 30 colors in a serigraph require 30 stencils. Serigraphy is characterized
by beautiful textures from the layered colors and precise lines.

Serigraph Process:

1. Stencils adhere to a porous polymer material screen—silk was the original material used, thus
the term “silkscreen” —which is stretched tightly onto a frame.

2. Once the stencil image is completed and adhered to the screen, paper or canvas is laid beneath
it, and ink is forced through the stencil and screen onto the chosen surface by a squeegee.

Watch this demonstration from UTSA professor Malaquias Montoya titled "A Look into the Art of
Serigraphy": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8nzbHr3aIQ

Additional Notes on Serigraphy:

• Innovators in the technique of serigraphy include Andy Warhol, Erte, and Yaacov Agam.

Giclée (pronounced JHEE’ clay)

Invented in the late 1980s, giclée printing is an example of the artist’s use of continually
emerging technologies. The term giclée was coined in 1991 by printmaker Jack Duganne for
fine art digital prints made on inkjet printers.

Artists typically select giclée as their medium of choice if their work relies heavily on realism or
very subtle techniques of color and light and shadow variation, as giclées produce higher
resolution images than other mediums. This results in crisp contrasts and rich, intense colors.

Giclée Process:

1. An existing image is captured through digital photography or flatbed scanning of the work.

2. The image is then loaded into a computer and the digital file becomes the “matrix,” like a plate
or stone in other mediums.

3. The artist—or assistants under the artist’s supervision—edit and correct the digital file.

4. “Proofs” are printed on a large-format, high-resolution industrial inkjet printer for evaluation.

5. The image is created when archival inks are sprayed in very fine droplets in a very
controlled pattern onto canvas or paper.

6. Color corrections often take hundreds of attempts before they meet the artist’s approval.

7. Once approved, an edition will be created, hand signed, and numbered for sale in the market.

Watch this video demonstration “Printmaking: The Basics of Making Giclée Prints" by
Tim Gagnon: Print Making info from Tim Gagnon GagnonStudio the basics of making giclee prints

Additional Notes on Giclées:

• Notable artists who use giclées include Pino, and Tim Yanke.

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Dye Sublimation
In chemistry, sublimation involves a substance changing from a solid to a gas without ever
becoming a liquid. In hard surface sublimation, an image is printed onto transfer paper using
dye-based inks and then transferred onto a specially coated surface with heat and pressure.

Dye sublimation is a digital printing process that transfers imagery onto materials such as
metal, glass, and plastic.

Dye Sublimation Process:

1. The original image is made into a digital matrix and, from there, the artist has total control
over how the colors will appear on the final work of art.

2. The image is essentially cooked onto the materials, which, in the case of Park West Gallery,
are usually lightweight aluminum plates.

3. Along with creating a sharp and vivid image, dye sublimation also benefits from the durability
of the panels, which is much greater than canvas or paper.

4. When a white panel imaged with six colored inks was tested in simulated interior daylight
conditions, the panel was shown to last two to four times longer than long-lasting archival
photo papers.

5. The panels are also scratch-proof and resistant to chemicals, moisture, and heat.

Additional Notes on Dye Sublimation:

• Notable artists who have produced dye sublimation works include Guy Harvey, Michael Cheval,
and Wyland.

Caldographs
Caldographs are a relatively new innovation, pioneered by Park West artist Csaba Markus. By
using the dye sublimation process, an image is transferred onto a wood panel. This incorporates
the grain of the wood into the imagery. The panel is then protected with a coat of varnish, and
from there can be hand embellished.

Markus came up with the concept while attempting to pay tribute to Leonardo da Vinci’s famous
“Mona Lisa,” which was actually painted onto a wooden panel.

To quote Markus, “I saw these wood panels, and thought, ‘Wow, we should recreate the
Renaissance style with the same materials they used.’ It is a natural background you cannot
recreate, so every caldograph is different.”

Caldograph Process:

1. As in dye sublimation, the original image is made into a digital matrix.

2. Once the artist is satisfied with the results, the matrix is transferred onto sublimation paper
using water-based inks.

3. The inked paper is applied to a specially-coated wood panel using heat and pressure.

4. The inks become gas and permeate the surface before returning to a solid form.

5. The inks permanently bond to the wood on a molecular level, creating a brilliant,
high-quality image.
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6. After the image is transferred to the wood, each work is embellished by hand and finished
with a protective, high-gloss varnish.

Watch this video demonstration of Csaba Markus talking about the caldograph
process: Csaba Markus Unveils Caldographs on Wood

Additional Notes on Caldographs:

• Notable artists who have embraced caldographs include Csaba Markus, Matt Beyrer, Gregory
Arth, and David “Lebo” Le Batard.

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 NUMBERING AND SIGNING
GRAPHIC MEDIUMS

In each graphic medium, a limited number of impressions are pulled from the plates, stones,
blocks, or screens. Each impression is inspected by the artist and, if it is up to their standard, it
becomes part of the edition and is eventually signed and numbered. The matrix is often then
defaced or destroyed to ensure that the limited edition stays limited, preserving the value of the
edition.

The numbering is displayed as a fraction, with the bottom number indicating the number of
impressions pulled (not including proofs), and the top number indicating the “serial” or
identification number of that individual impression. As an example, the 5th signed graphic work out
of an edition of 500 would be numbered “5/500.”

There is some misunderstanding on the significance of the number in an edition. It is sometimes

assumed that the lower the top number, the more valuable the work. This is a common
misconception, as the top number has no determination in a work’s value. Additionally, the artist
typically numbers as he or she signs the works, which is not necessarily the order in which they
were created.

The bottom number is the one that may influence the edition’s “value” because a smaller edition
is more exclusive than a larger edition. Works from smaller editions may fetch higher prices
because there are fewer available.

Note that the practice of signing and numbering graphic works is relatively modern, starting in
the late 19th century. It is not uncommon to see an etching or lithograph completed by an old
master such as Picasso, Goya, or Rembrandt, without a signature or number.

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 PAINTING MEDIUMS
These mediums are used to create unique, one-of-a-kind works of art. Be careful with the
word “painting” as it can ONLY be used when describing a one-of-a-kind artwork!

Oil

Oil painting gained popularity during the Renaissance. It is known for its rich
colors, smooth appearance, and excellent blending properties. Oil paint
takes 1-3 weeks to be dry to the touch and 6-12 months to be dry enough
to varnish. Because of the slow dry time, oil paintings take much longer to
complete, but allow for easier blending of colors than acrylic and thus
produce rich, lush, and sometimes life-like final products. Oil paint dries by
oxidation, not evaporation.

Acrylic

Acrylic painting gained popularity in the 20th century and is most commonly
used by painters today. Acrylic paint is fast-drying paint that is plastic in
nature. Acrylic paints can be diluted with water, but become water-resistant
when dry. Depending on how much the paint is diluted with water or modified
with acrylic gels, media, or pastes, the finished acrylic painting can resemble
a watercolor or an oil painting, or have its own unique characteristics not
attainable with other media.

Watercolor

Watercolor is a painting or drawing created with pigments that are suspended

in a water-soluble vehicle. The most common surfaces to create watercolors
are paper, vellum, and wood. Since the pigment is water-based, it is quite
transparent and allows the surface to shine through, creating a luminous
effect. Watercolor’s inherent luminosity and its capacity for rapid execution
give landscape painters an ideal means for recording the fleeting effects of
nature.

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 RENAISSANCE

Renaissance (approx. 1400 - 1520)

• Known as the Renaissance, the period immediately following the Middle Ages in Europe saw
a great revival of interest in the classical learning and values of ancient Greece and Rome.

• The term “Renaissance Art” refers to the painting, sculpture, and decorative arts of that
period of European history, which emerged as a distinct style in Italy in about 1400, in
parallel with developments that occurred in philosophy, literature, music, and science.

• Renaissance Art reached its zenith in the late 1400s and early 1500s centuries in the work of
Italian masters such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael.

• Many works of Renaissance art depicted religious images, including subjects such as the Virgin
Mary, or Madonna, and were encountered by contemporary audiences of the period in the
context of religious rituals.

• Today, they are viewed as great works of art, but at the time they were seen and used
mostly as devotional objects.

• Park West carries the work of several classic and modern artists who were inspired by the
Renaissance aesthetic, including works by Albrecht Dürer and Rembrandt van Rijn and
more contemporary figures like Csaba Markus, Tomasz Rut, and Peter Nixon.

Famous Renaissance Artists: Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael

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 IMPRESSIONISM

Impressionism (approx. 1870 - 1890)

• A 19th-century art movement that began as a loose association of Paris-based artists
whose independent exhibitions brought them to prominence in the 1870s and 1880s.

• The genesis of impressionism was the invention of photography—photography replaced the

need for representational, realistic painting.

• The impressionists and their precursors, the Barbizon painters, were the first to “free”
painting from its slavery to the visual illusion of reality and allow the two-dimensional
surface to be recognized and respected for what it was.

• Characteristics of Impressionist paintings include:

• An unfinished texture with visible brush strokes

• Open composition

• Emphasis on light and its changing qualities—often accentuating the effects of the
passage of time

• Ordinary subject matter

• The inclusion of movement as a crucial element of human perception

• Unusual visual angles

• The name of the movement is derived from critic and humorist Louis Leroy’s scathing
review in the Le Charivari newspaper, making wordplay with the title of Claude Monet's
“Impression,
Sunrise (Impression, Soleil Levant).” He inadvertently gave the artists the name by which they
would become best known. Derisively titling his article The Exhibition of the Impressionists,
Leroy declared that Monet's painting was at most, a sketch, and could hardly be termed a
finished work.

Famous Impressionists: Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Edgar
Degas, Mary Cassatt

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 FAUVISM

Fauvism (approx. 1905 - 1910)

• Pronounced fow·vi·zm

• Originator—Henri Matisse

• This movement’s use of non-naturalistic colors was one of the first avant-garde developments
in European art.

• Many Art historians credit the advent of Modernism beginning with the appearance of the
Fauves in Paris at the Salon d’automne in 1905.

• Fauvism believed in using color as an emotional force.

• The use of non-representational color defined the movement. Fauvists would use color
based on emotion, rather than reality. (For example, painting the grass red and a tree
blue)

• The term “Fauvism” is derived from the French word “Fauve,” which translates literally to
“wild beast.”

• “Instead of trying to render what I see before me, I use color in a completely arbitrary
way to express myself powerfully.” —Vincent van Gogh

• Inspired by van Gogh, the Fauves took this idea further, translating their feelings into color.

Famous Fauves: Henri Matisse, André Derain, Maurice de Vlaminck, Paul Cézanne, Paul Gauguin

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 CUBISM

Cubism (approx. 1907 - 1915)

• Originators—Pablo Picasso and George Braque invented Cubism in Paris between 1901 and 1914.

• Cubism was partly influenced by the later works of artist Paul Cézanne in which he can be seen
to be painting things from slightly different points of view.

• Pablo Picasso was also inspired by African tribal masks which are highly stylized or
non-naturalistic but nevertheless present a vivid human image.

• “A head is a matter of eyes, nose, mouth, which can be distributed in any way you
like.” — Pablo Picasso

• The term “Cubism” seems to have derived from a comment made by the critic Louis Vauxcelles
who, upon seeing some of George Braque’s paintings exhibited in Paris in 1908, described them
as reducing everything to “geometric outlines, to cubes.”

• Cubism was one of the most influential visual art styles of the early 20th century. It was a
cataclysmic movement, creating a completely new and radical concept of painting,
perception, and the depiction of pictorial space.

• In cubist artworks, objects are broken up, analyzed, and re-assembled in an abstracted form—
instead of depicting objects from one viewpoint, the artist depicts the subject from a
multiplicity of viewpoints simultaneously, while emphasizing the two-dimensionality of the
canvas

Famous Cubists: Pablo Picasso, Georges Braque, Paul Klee

 SURREALISM

Surrealism (approx. 1924 - 1939)

● Surrealism aims to revolutionize human experience. It balances a rational vision of life with one that
asserts the power of the unconscious and dreams. The movement’s artists find magic and strange
beauty in the unexpected and the uncanny, the disregarded and the unconventional. At the core of
their work is the willingness to challenge imposed values and norms, and a search for freedom.

● Surrealism taught the world to see art not merely visually and literally, but to appreciate it on a
subconscious level as well.

● Many surrealists used automatic drawing or writing to unlock ideas and images from their
unconscious minds. Others have wanted to depict dream worlds or hidden psychological tensions.
Surrealist artists have also drawn inspiration from mysticism, ancient cultures and Indigenous art as
a way of imagining alternative realities.

● Surrealism started as a off-spring of Dada movement, focusing on the subconscious rather than the
nonsensical

● This movement started as a literary movement, and then evolved into an artistic movement as well
with the influence of Andre Breton, who is considered the father of Surrealism

● Surrealism took two forms: Some artists, like Spanish painter Joan Miro and German artist Max
Ernst, practiced improvised art, distancing themselves as much as possible from conscious control -
also known as abstract or automatism surrealism. Others, like the Spaniard Salvador Dali and
Belgian painter Rene Magritte, used scrupulously realistic techniques to present hallucinatory
scenes that defy common sense - also known as figurative surrealism.

Famous surrealists include Salvador Dalí, René Magritte, Frida Kahlo, Man Ray, Joan Miro and Max Ernst.

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 KINETIC ART & OP ART

Kinetic Art and Op Art (approx. 1955 -)

• Kinetic art is art from any medium that contains movement perceivable by the viewer or
that depends on motion for its effect.

• Kinetic art originated with late 19th-century Impressionist artists like Claude Monet, Edgar
Degas, and Édouard Manet. They all experimented with accentuating the movement of human
figures on canvas.

• Kinetic artists are fascinated by the possibilities of movement in art—its potential to create
new and more interactive relationships with the viewer and new visual experiences.

• Op art is a form of abstract art that creates optical illusions.

• Op art typically employs abstract patterns composed with a stark contrast of foreground
and background—often in black and white—to produce effects that confuse and excite the
eye.

• Op art is characterized by virtual motion, while kinetic art is drawn to real motion.

• One of the exhibitions that solidified the genre of kinetic art was Le Movement in 1955 at Galerie
Denise Rene in Paris. The exhibition included works by Agam, Vasarely, Calder, and a few
additional artists.

Famous Kinetic Artists: Yaacov Agam, Alexander Calder, Victor Vasarely, Bridget Riley, Josef Albers

Famous Op Artists: Yaacov Agam, Victor Vasarely, Richard Anuszkiewicz, Wen-Ying Tsai, Bridget Riley,
Getulio Alviani

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Abstract Expressionism (1946-1956)
• The first primarily American art movement

• Works of Abstract Expressionism are non-representational, capturing the physical act of

painting and the individual unconscious, influenced by the Surrealism Movement.

• Also called "action painting" and the New York School, Abstract Expressionism stressed energy,
action, kineticism, and freneticism in the creation process.

• Abstract Expressionists liberated themselves from geometric abstraction (such as Cubism) and
the need to suggest recognizable images. Giving free rein to impulse and chance, the
impassioned act of painting became valuable in itself.

• Coming after action painters such as Pollock and de Kooning, a second grouping of Abstract
Expressionist artists including Mark Rothko, Barnett Newman and Clyfford Still. They were
deeply interested in religion and myth and created simple compositions with large areas of
colour intended to produce a contemplative or meditational response in the viewer.

Famous Abstract Expressionists: Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning, Franz Klein, Mark Rothko

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Pop Art (1954 - 1970)
• Originator—Richard Hamilton and Eduardo Paolozzi

• Pop art started in the United Kingdom, but became a true art movement in New York City,
thanks to the efforts of artists like Andy Warhol and Jasper Johns.

• Considered by some to be the first “postmodern” art, Pop Art embraces popular culture and
advertising, rejecting the division between critically esteemed “fine art” and the “lower” art
forms of commercial and comic art.

• Pop art challenged artistic tradition by asserting that an artist's use of the mass-produced
visual commodities of popular culture is appropriate within the perspective of fine art.
Through the appropriation of these images and transformation of them into “high art,” their
meaning and reflections on contemporary culture can be revealing.

• The concept of pop art refers not as much to the art itself as to the attitudes that led to it.

• Andy Warhol’s artwork reflected his attitudes on American postwar culture. He once stated, “What’s
great about this country is that America started the tradition where the richest consumers buy
essentially the same thing as the poorest… No amount of money can get you a better Coke than the
one the bum on the corner is drinking.”

• Pop art often takes as its imagery that what is currently in use in advertising. Product labeling
and logos figure prominently in the imagery chosen by pop artists. Consider the Campbell's
Soup Cans labels, by Andy Warhol.

Famous Pop Artists: Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Jasper Johns, Keith Haring

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 PUBLIC SPEAKING 101

Public Speaking 101: Crafting Your Presentations

A large part of your success at training and on the ships hinges on your public speaking skills.

Whether you are talking about one of Park West’s artists, an art movement, or the gallery, or our
auctions, you need to deliver your information in a way that is interesting and exciting.

Here is the structure of a great presentation:

1. Opening “wow” statement

2. Accolades, accomplishment & honors bestowed upon the artist
3. Description of the artist’s aesthetic style, referencing the image
4. Biographical points (Only if it is interesting and you have time)
5. Concluding statement with a call to action

Important Notes & Best Practices

● When presenting, be personable and informative without making it sound like you’re giving
a lecture. It’s not just WHAT you say, but HOW you say it. Have fun with it!
● Keep the presentation to about 1 minute, and speak clearly
● Do not use the words piece or painting. Why?
○ When you say “piece” you may say “piece of work” which has a negative connotation
○ When you say “painting” you mean unique, one of a kind artwork. 80-90% of the
words in our onboard collection are limited editions, not unique paintings.
○ Instead, say “work” or “work of art”
● ”*Do not write out a presentation and memorize it*
○ People can tell when you are reciting vs. talking.
○ By memorizing a presentation, you sound more robotic and it is harder to digest for
your listener
● Reference the image when discussing the aesthetic style. For example: “Romero Britto’s
colors are bright and bold. You can see in this work the striking

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 PUBLIC SPEAKING 101

How to study & create a presentation:

○ Find main points about your artist

○ Ensure these points cover aesthetic & accolades
○ Turn these into key words that make up the outline of your presentation
○ Think of a great opening
○ Memorize your key words & your opening statement

Example of creating a presentation for Thomas Kinkade

Step 1: Main Bullet Points below. Memorize these and practice your presentation with them

● Most widely collected artist in U.S.

● Painter of Light
● Luminists
● Love Notes
● 2002 Olympics & World Series

Step 2: Recall your bullet points and fill in the blanks, creating the following as a
presentation:

“Thomas Kinkade’s works are in more American homes than any other artist and, looking
at his work, it’s easy to see why.

He is known as ‘The Painter of Light,’ as he uses techniques borrowed from the Luminists of
the 19th century. Many of our collectors love Kinkade’s works because of the way his art
reflects light–they look brighter in the daylight and more subdued at night.

Kinkade was also a family man. He would hide ‘love notes’ within his works in the form of the
letter ‘N,’ representing the name of his childhood sweetheart and wife, Nanette.

On top of being more collected than any other artist in America, he was also selected to
commemorate the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympics as well as the 2002 World Series.

When you’re looking for an award-winning and widely collected artist whose work will turn
your house into a home, Thomas Kinkade is the artist you need to collect today!”

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 POWER WORDS

POWER WORDS

Don’t call everything “beautiful” or “colorful.” Expand your vocabulary!

Also remember to not say “painting” or “Piece” - use “work” or “work of art!”

Alluring Captivated Delightful

Abrupt Captivating Demanding
Absorbing Cascading Descriptive
Abstemious Cataclysmic Desirable
Abstract Catalyst Determined
Abundant Cerebral Dexterous
Accelerated Cerulean Diaphanous
Accessible Challenging Didactic
Acclaimed Accomplished Charismatic Distinct
Adamant Charming Distinctive
Adept Cheerful Distinguished
Adroit Cherubic Diversified
Adventurous Chic Diverted
Aesthetic Clarity Divine
Affluently Classy Dominant
Alluring Colorful Drab
Ambiguous Colossal Dramatic
Ambrosial Comforting Communicative Dreamy
Amusing Compelling Duality
Analyzing Complementary Complex Dusky
Angelic Confident Dusty
Anthropomorphic Considerable Conspicuous Dynamic
Appealing Contemplative Ebullient
Arcadian Corse Eclectic
Artistry Courageous Ecstatic
Ascetic Creative Effervescent
Aspiring Créme de la créme Efficacious
Astonishing Crisp Effortless
Attractive Cubist Effulgent
Audacious Cultured Effusive
Augmented Curious Elaborate
Avant-garde Curvaceous Elated
Awe-Inspiring Curvilinear Electric
Beauteous Dangerous Electrifying
Beguiling Dapper Elegant
Bereft Dark Elongated
Bewilder Dauntless Embodiment
Bewildered Dazzling Eminent
Bewitching Deafening Emotional
Bleak Decadent Empower
Blissful Decisive Enchanting
Bold Decorative Endless
Brazen Defiant Endorsed
Breathtaking Defined Energetic
Bright Deific Enforced
Brilliant Delectable Engaging
Brutal Delicacy Engrossing
Calm Delicate Enhanced
Calming Delicious Enigmatic
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 POWER WORDS
Enkindle Gigantic Joyful
Enrapture Glamorous Juvenescent
Enthralling Gleaming Juxtaposing
Enthusiastic Glorious Kaleidoscopic
Enticing Glowing Knowledgeable
Ephemeral Gorgeous Languorous
Epic Gothic Lavish
Epitome Graceful Legendary
Essential Gracefulness Lifeless
Ethereal Grandiose Life-like
Everlasting Great Lilting
Evocative Gripping Limpid
Exceptional Halcyon Lovely
Exciting Handsomely Luminescent
Exclusive Harmonious Luminous
Exemplary Heartfelt Luscious
Exhilarating Heartwarming Lush
Existential High craftsmanship Lustrous
Exotic Hilarious Luxurious
Expertise Historical Lyrical
Expressive Humanizing Magical
Exquisite Hypnotic Magisterial
Extraordinary Ideal Magnanimous
Extravagant Idiosyncratic Magnetize
Extrovert Illuminating Magnificent
Exuberant Illustrious Maintain
Exultant Immense Majestic
Eye-catching Impeccable Major
Fabulous Impressionistic Manifest
Famous Impressive Marvel
Fantastic Incomparable Marvelous
Fascinating Incomprehensible Masculine
Fastidious Incorporeal Massive
Fearless Influential Masterful
Fecund Inimitable Masterminded
Ferocious Innovative Mature
Ferocity Inquisitive Maximized
Figurative Insidious Meandering
Fine Insight Meditative
Finesse Inspiring Melancholic
First-rate Institution Mesmerizing
Flair Intense Mind-blowing
Flawless Intensified Monochromatic
Flourish Intimate Monumental
Fluid Intoxicating Motivation
Fluttering Intricate Motley
Folksy Intriguing Moving
Forceful Intuitive Munificent
Formal Inventive Muse-over
Formulaic Invigorating Muted
Fuliginous Inviting Mysterious
Generous Iridescent Mystical
Gentle Irrational Naturalistic
Genuine Jagged Nebulous
Geometric Jocular Nonpareil
Gifted Jovial Noteworthy
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 POWER WORDS
Noticeable Puritanical Spectacular
Obtrusive Quaint Spirited
Offbeat Quintessential Splendid
Olympian Quotidian Radiant Splendiferous
Opaque Rambunctious Rapturous Square
Optimistic Ravishing Realist Recaptured Stale
Opulent Refined Stark
Orchestrated Reflective Starry
Organic Regal Statuesque
Originality Rejuvenated Stereoscopic
Ornamental Relaxing Stimulating
Ornate Relentless Stormy
Ostentatious Remarkable Striking
Outrageous Renowned Strong
Outstanding Representational Stunning
Overrated Reputable Stylish
Painstaking Resplendent Stylized
Palatable Revelation Sublime
Palpable Revelatory Substantial
Pantheon Rhythmic Subtle
Paramount Rich Succinct
Passionate Ridiculous Succulent
Pedestrian Riveting Suggestive
Perpetual Robust Summarize
Personable Romantic Sumptuous
Pervasive Rousing Superb
Phenomenal Sanguine Superfluous
Philosophical Satirical Superior
Pictorial Saturated Superseded
Picturesque Saunter Supple
Pioneered Scenic Surpassing
Pioneering Scintillating Surrealistic
Pizzazz Screeching Symmetry
Pleasant Scrumptious Symphony
Plush Scrupulous Tactile
Poetic Sculptural Tantalizing
Poignant Seductive Tasteful
Polychromatic Seminal Tempestuous
Postmodern Sensational Temporal
Potent Sensual Tenuous
Powerful Seraphic Therapeutic
Pre-eminent Serene Thought-provoking
Precious Shimmering Thundering
Precision Shining Timeless
Preeminent Significant Towering
Prestigious Sinewy Tranquil
Prismatic Single Transcendent
Proficiency Skillful Transcribe
Profound Smooth Translucent
Prominent Soft Tremendous
Propitious Somber Trenchant
Provocative Soothing Tribal
Provoking Sophisticated Trippy
Pulchritude Sparkling Trite
Pulchritudinous Spasmodic Ubiquitous
Pure Spearheaded Unbelievable
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 POWER WORDS
Uncommon Verdant Well-received
Unconventional Versatile Wheedling
Unforgettable Vibrant Whimsical
Unique Vigorous Wide-eyed
Unparalleled Virtuosity Withering
Unrivaled Visceral Wonderful
Unsurpassed Vision Wonderment
Unusual Vivacious Wondrous
Utilized Vivid Zany
Valuable Voluptuous Zealous
Vast Voracious

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 PREBID INFORMATION & SCRIPT
Prebid: This information will be taught at training. If you wish, you can
familiarize yourself with the process by reading this section.

What is a Prebid?

An Associate gives a collector the right to take the first bid on a work of art at auction and if no
one else bids against them, they get it at that price.

Why should a collector make a Prebid?

A Pre-bid gives the collector the right to bid FIRST on the artwork, getting them that first, lower
opening bid. It also guarantees that the artwork in question will come up for auction as it is a
request based auction. Lastly when we place a Pre-bid sticker on the artwork early on, it may also
serve as a deterrent to other collectors thinking of bidding on that work (i.e. that work will now be
a bid war, maybe we should look for a different work”)

When is a Prebid made?

Either at the Auction Preview or in the Art Gallery.

Prebid Script (Note: words in BOLD need to be said verbatim)

1. Warm Welcome with a Smile:

“Welcome to the art auction, glad you are joining us!”

2. Park West Information:

“Have you ever been to a Park West art auction before?”

IF YES – “Welcome back, great to have you back with us. You already know that we are the world’s
largest privately-owned art dealer, and after 52+ years in business we are glad to count you
among one of our 3 million + collectors.

IF NO – “Welcome to Park West Gallery! We are the largest privately-owned art dealer in the world
and have been in business for over 52 years with over 3 million collectors worldwide. We operate
on most major cruise ships, have land galleries in Hawaii, Vegas, and have a museum in Michigan.
Park West believes that art is for everyone and we have an incredible selection of art with
something for every budget and taste.

3. Introduce Yourself:

“By the way, my name is _____________”

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 PREBID INFORMATION & SCRIPT
4. Brief Artist Presentation:

“I am not sure how familiar you are with (name of artist they are looking at), they are
(insert artist presentation)”

5. Roll Into Pricing:

“Let me give you an idea of what this will go for at auction.”

The Estimated Retail Price for this work is $_______. Many of the people at the auction here
today will place a Prebid. This means we will be bringing their work of art up for auction, and best
of all it gives them the right to the first bid on that artwork, which is great because the first bid is
the lowest bid. As long as no one bids against them, that is the price the artwork will go for. The
Prebid on this work is $____________”

6. Examples of some closing questions after you have gone over pricing:

“Is this work of art for yourself or is it a gift for someone?

“Will this be your first work of art that you have collected or will this be joining an existing
collection?”

”Do you have a preference when this work of art comes up in the auction? If you don’t, I would
suggest we bring it up earlier as some people will wait to bid on things until later in the auction.”

“Ok great, let’s go ahead with your pre-bid then, shall we?”

7. Wrap Up:

“Ok great, congratulations, you have really chosen an exquisite work of art. Good luck and I really
hope no one else bids against you. What else have you seen that you like?”

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 WORDS TO AVOID
We pride ourselves on getting people involved in art as professional art dealers.

Being a professional comes down to your actions and words.

Below is a list of words you should avoid, and what you should use instead:

Avoid Use instead

Customer Client or Collector

Purchase or Buy Collect

Salesman Art Associate, Gallery Director, Auctioneer

Sold or Sell Help, Collect, Acquire, Assist

If When

Piece of Work, Piece of Art Work of Art, Artwork, Example

Painting Artwork, Work of Art, or the specific medium

Print Graphic Work or the specific medium (e.g. Etching)

Obviously, Actually Remove

No Eliminate; add explanation

But, However And, In Addition

Profanity, Sex, Religion, Politics Completely avoid

Print, Copy, Poster, Reproduction Work of Art, Artwork, Example

Investment Never use this word; we do not sell on investment

Honestly, To tell you the truth No need to say it

Closed Ended, yes/no questions Open-ended questions

No problem You’re Welcome, My Pleasure

Sign Ok or Autograph

Contract Paperwork

Oops, I lied Pardon me, I misspoke

Filler word (um, uh, like, actually) Eliminate; slow down & enunciate

Lingo - dude, sick, awesome, cool Eliminate

Interruptions Never interrupt a client or guest

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 PARK WEST PRESENTATION

How would you introduce Park West to someone who’s never heard of us before?

“Hello and welcome to Park West Gallery!

As a family owned company that started in 1969, we’ve grown to become the world’s
largest privately owned art dealer with over three million satisfied clients.

At Park West, we believe that art is for everyone, which is why we have thousands of
artworks for every budget and taste, both on this ship and in our electronic gallery.

From modern artists like Peter Max and Thomas Kinkade to masters such as Picasso and
Rembrandt, we have something for everyone.

In addition to being on cruise ships, we hold auctions on land and have galleries in Las
Vegas and Hawaii and flagship Museum in Southfield, Michigan. Every week we host more
than 200 auctions.

What this means for you is that you are in wonderful hands, with an experienced company
that loves nothing more than connecting you with the perfect work of art!”

9 Bullet Points for your Park West Presentation:

● World’s largest privately owned art dealer
● Over 3 million collectors
● In business since 1969, over 50 years
● Over 200 auctions conducted per week
● On majority of cruise ships and we also do auctions every week in major US cities
● Thousands of works of art available
● Guaranteed authenticity
● Art is shipped to your door fully insured

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 AUCTION PRESENTATION
How would you encourage people to attend an auction if they have never been to one?

“If you have never attended a Park West auction event before, you’re in for a treat! As the largest privately
owned Art Gallery in the world, we host over 200 live auctions around the world every week and our auction
onboard is one of the most exciting events of each cruise.

At Park West, we believe that Art is for Everyone. We offer a huge variety of art for every budget and taste,
with close to a thousand works of art onboard and even more in our Electronic Gallery.

We’d love to show you how much fun collecting at an art auction can be, so join us tomorrow at 1:00 pm in
the International Lounge for our live art auction. Grab a glass of chilled champagne on us, and relax while
we show you our phenomenal collection from some of the world’s best-known artists. We’ll also have a much
larger sample of artwork on display - what you see in the gallery and around the ship is just a sample of our
fantastic collection.

Whether you know a little or a lot about art, you’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and you’ll leave the auction with a
FREE work of art just for attending. You also get free raffle tickets for the great raffle prizes at the auction.

Get there on time as it is usually standing room only by the time the auction starts. We look forward to
seeing you tomorrow, in the International Lounge, at 1 pm!”

6 Bullet Points for the Auction Presentation:

● One of the most exciting events of the cruise
● Fun and informative
● Free champagne
● Only time our art collection comes out on display, art in gallery and around ship is just a sample of
our collection
● Free raffle tickets for one of the great raffle prizes
● Free work of art for everyone that attends

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Park West Framing Facts

• Being the world's largest privately owned art dealer has also made Park West one of the
world’s largest custom framers.

• Our framing and delivery facility takes up over 203,000 square feet, in Miami Lakes, FL.

• Park West offers wood and composite frames—all are Archival and Conservation quality.

• Park West also offers:

• Archival tapes, adhesives, and mounts.

• Conservation quality acid-free matting.

• We use Acrylic/Plexiglass to protect the artwork. It is shatter-resistant and blocks 80% UV rays.

• All our frames are between $199-399, which includes shipping in the contiguous U.S.

• Our framing program allows collectors to easily match frame styles for the same medium.

Provenance

Provenance is the history of ownership for an artwork.

This is extremely important in art, as it’s essentially one way to prove that your artwork is
legitimate. A free Certificate of Authenticity accompanies every work of art that Park West sells
or raffles.

The vast majority of the artwork we offer comes directly from the artists themselves, giving
our clients the opportunity to collect works with perfect provenance.

Furthermore, our collecting experiences that involve our world-class artists provide our clients
with photos, stories, and other forms of authenticity that few other galleries can match!

For additional art definitions, you may reference the following Glossary of Art Terms on the
MoMA website

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 MAJOR CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS

The Major Contemporary Artists are our most popular and best-selling
artists. You will be expected to present any of these artists at training.

LIST A Artists LIST B Artists LIST C Artists

Ron Agam Lebo Picasso (Vollard,

Yaacov Agam Nano Lopez 347, Ceramics)

Matt Beyrer Csaba Markus Rembrandt &

Romero Britto Marko Mavrovich Millennium Edition

Michael Cheval Peter Max Dali (Sacra Biblia &

James Coleman Anatoly Metlan Divine Comedy)

Chris DeRubeis Michael Milkin

Mark Kostabi David Najar

Duaiv Sam Park

Fishwisk Jean Claude Picot

Marcus Glenn Pino

Michael Godard Alexandre Renoir

Kre8 Itzchak Tarkay

Ashton Howard Daniel Wall

Slava Ilyayev Jim Warren

Thomas Kinkade Wyland

Tim Yanke

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RON AGAM (1958 – )
Pronounced “RON a-GAHM”

Aesthetic style:
• After a successful career as an acclaimed fine art photographer, Ron is following in the footsteps
of his father—Yaacov Agam—to create his own mesmerizing kinetic art.
• Ron calls his recent artworks “3-DK,” which stands for “three-dimensional kinetic.”
• His artwork is characterized by kinetic imagery, optical elements, and visual iconography
that immediately engage the viewer.

Accolades:
• Ron received France’s highest civic recognition for his photography: the Chevalier of the Legion
of Honor.
• Ron’s work of art, “La France,” is on permanent display in the French Embassy in New York.
• His artwork has been featured in solo and group exhibitions all over the world.

Biography:
• Born in France, Ron was given a camera by his father at the age of 6. He found himself
drawn to photography and eventually became an award-winning photographer. In the
1980s, Ron moved to New York where he opened his own gallery and art press in SoHo.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Ron Agam biography here.

Main Points:
Award-winning photographer – Kinetic art – son of Yaacov Agam

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YAACOV AGAM (1928 – )
Pronounced “Yah-COF a-GAHM”

Aesthetic style:
• Agam is one of the founders of Kinetic Art—art with movement as part of the design,
incorporating the 4th dimension of time.
• He calls each viewer to action, challenging the notion that art should only be enjoyed from
limited perspectives.
• Agam works in a variety of media, including painting in two and three dimensions,
drawing, sculpture, ceramics, stained glass, serigraphy, lithography, and etchings.

Accolades:
• He was selected to hold a one-man retrospective at the Guggenheim museum in New York City
in 1980.
• He has works and art installations all over the world, including “The Agam Fountain” in Paris,
the “Fire and Water Fountain” in Tel Aviv, Israel, and “Reflection and Depth” at the Port
Authority in New York, among many others.
• Agam was commissioned by George Pompidou (president of the French Republic) to create
“Elysee Salon.” The work of art is an entire room (i.e. salon) within the Pompidou museum in
Paris—the floor alone took 4 1/2 years to complete.
• On December 15, 2010, a painting by Agam sold at auction for $698,000 at Sotheby’s New York,
the highest price ever paid for the work of an Israeli artist.
• In 2017, the Yaacov Agam Museum of Art opened in the artist’s hometown of Rishon LeZion, Israel.

Biography:
• Agam was born in Rishon LeZion, Israel. He initially trained in art in Jerusalem before moving
to Zurich and eventually Paris. Agam quickly won critical acclaim for his art after his first
one-person-show in Paris in 1953.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Yaacov Agam biography here.

Watch this classic Park West’s video featuring Agam:

Timeless: Yaacov Agam Creates to Transcend the Visible

Main Points: Kinetic art – Installations all over the world – Agam Museum in Israel

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MATT BEYRER (1981 – )
Pronounced “BUY - ruh”

Aesthetic style:
• Beyrer created Natural Expressionism, an artistic style that combines the natural grain of wood
with his meticulously painted landscapes, cityscapes, and still lifes.
• Beyrer is inspired by Old Masters such as Rembrandt van Rijn, while the Hudson River School
artists influence his use of light.
• He also draws influence from contemporary artists like Drew Struzan, the creator of the iconic
Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Indiana Jones movie posters.

Accolades:
• In his first year with Park West Gallery, Beyrer sold out every VIP auction that featured his art,
making him the first artist in Park West’s history to accomplish this feat.

Biography:
• Beyrer was born in Winter Park, Florida, where, in eighth grade, he was bitten by a shark while
surfing. While recovering, he watched The Joy of Painting with Bob Ross and was inspired to
learn how to paint.
• After graduating from Ringling College of Art and Design in 2006, he developed his unique
style, Natural Expressionism, which quickly grew in popularity with collectors.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Matt Beyrer biography here.

Main Points:
Natural Expressionism – Incorporates wood grain into his paintings

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Aesthetic style:
• Britto’s self-taught style is “Neo-Pop Cubism,” a combination of Cubism, Pop Art, and
graffiti-inspired by artists like Pablo Picasso and Andy Warhol.
• Britto’s style is characterized by patterns, bright colors, and even the creative use of his own
name.
• The artist’s goal is to bring optimism, warmth, and happiness to those who view his art.

Accolades:
• The art of Britto has been featured in more than 140 galleries around the world, including
the Carrousel du Louvre.
• Britto’s commissions include original works for Mini Cooper, BMW, Apple Latin America,
Pepsi, Grand Marnier, and Disney.
• Britto was named the official ambassador for the 2016 Summer Olympics. He also created art
for the 2007 Super Bowl and FIFA World Cup in 2010 and 2014.
• In 2017, the Star Art Foundation commissioned Britto to create a work of art presented
to His Holiness Pope Francis.

Biography:
• Born in Recife, Brazil, Britto wanted to be an artist as early as age 8. He initially pursued a
career in academia but realized his true passion was art. He immigrated to the United States in
1988 and was catapulted into the limelight after completing a high-profile commission for
Absolut Vodka. In addition to his art, Britto is a committed philanthropist.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Romero Britto biography here.

Watch the latest Park West’s video featuring Britto: Inside Romero Britto's Pop Art Empire

Main Points:
Neo-Pop Cubism – Self-taught artist – Created art for Super Bowl and the FIFA World Cup

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MICHAEL CHEVAL (1966-)

Aesthetic style:
• Cheval’s signature “Absurdist” style is inspired by 19th-century theatre, literary great Lewis
Carroll, and Surrealists like Salvador Dalí and René Magritte.
• The detailed art of Cheval features witty metaphors, optic juxtapositions, and nods to
European folklore.
• Cheval views his work as a “window to another reality” and invites viewers to deduce their
meanings or imagine their own meanings to become “co-authors.”

Accolades:
• While still in art school, Cheval held his first solo exhibition, which received critical acclaim.
• In 2000, the National Arts Club in New York City recognized him with its Exhibition
Committee Award.
• In 2009, Cheval was selected as the Best of Worldwide Oil Artists by the “Best of
Worldwide Artists” Volume I Book Series.
• His artworks were chosen to be published in the book “Dreamscape 2010” among 50
world-renowned surrealist artists.
• Cheval’s works are held in museums in Eastern Europe and in the private collections of
actress Gina Lollobrigida and musician Ian Gillan of Deep Purple and Black Sabbath.

Biography:
• Born in 1966 in Russia, Cheval was raised in a family of painters, poets, and sculptors. He
attended the Ashgabat School of Fine Arts and moved to Moscow to work as an illustrator and
artist for publishing houses. In 1997, the artist immigrated to the United States, where his art
was well-received by critics and collectors.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Michael Cheval biography here.

Watch the latest Park West’s video featuring Cheval:

The Absurd Artwork of Michael Cheval

Main Points:
Absurdist – Inspired by Dalí and Magritte – Invites viewers to become “co-authors”

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JAMES COLEMAN (1949-)

Aesthetic style:

● Coleman works in oil, watercolor, gouache and pastel. His work is impressionistic,luminous and
intrigues the eye and touches the heart- you can feel the warmth in his paintings.
● As a master of color, light, and design, Coleman has become one of the most collected and
sought-after Disney artists around the world.

Accolades:

● As one of the few artists in the world licensed to create Disney imagery, Coleman’s work is highly
desirable. The contributions made by Coleman to the world of art span over 30 years both in film and
fine art.
● In addition to his passion for art, Coleman is a naturalist and environmentalist who supports the
National Parks and other environmental organizations. He is a five-year finalist in the Arts for the
Parks competition held by the U.S. National Park Service.

Biography:

● Coleman was born in Hollywood, California in 1949. As a youth, his creative abilities seemed to
dominate his world, suggesting a seemingly unlimited amount of imagination and ingenuity. His
interest in filmmaking and fine art would eventually lead to a long, successful career in animated
films.
● Coleman began as an animation background painter, which was to change his life forever. Over the
years he collaborated with more than 5animated films for Disney Studios where he developed his
ability to create computer generated images.

Read Park West Gallery’s full James Coleman biography here.

Watch the latest Park West’s video featuring James Coleman:

James Coleman: From Disney to Fine Art

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 CHRIS DERUBEIS (1978-)

Aesthetic Style:
• DeRubeis is the innovator of “Abstract Sensualism,” a style characterized by shimmering metal,
organically flowing lines, and abstract imagery.
• DeRubeis masterfully manipulates aluminum, copper, silver, and gold panels to create mesmerizing
works of art. His technique incorporates everything from chemicals to natural elements such as fire.
• He favors metal because it combines sculpture and painting in a way that “enhances my ability to
communicate emotions intently.”
• Because of his unique technique, DeRubeis cannot make limited edition reproductions, so every work
is a one of a kind variation.

Accolades:
• Derubeis’ style is a registered art form.
• In 2005, DeRubeis’ work earned the MUSE Award in “New Movement.”

Biography:
• Born in California, DeRubeis was inspired at the young age of 13 by his grandfather, who gave him
his first airbrush. Disinterested in the artistic styles and movements he learnt about in art school,
DeRubeis experimented for 10 years to develop Abstract Sensualism. His art is now exhibited and
collected around the world.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Chris DeRubeis biography here

Watch the latest Park West’s video featuring DeRubeis:

Painting with Fire: The Art of Chris DeRubeis

Main Points:
Abstract Sensualism- Create art on metal with fire, power tools, and paint

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Aesthetic style:
• Kostabi’s paintings are easily identifiable by their characteristic faceless enigmatic figures
who engage in a variety of activities that suggest poetic or metaphoric meanings.
• His artworks are largely philosophical, with many positing probable truths or posing
unanswerable questions about the nature of being.
• Subjects include romantic love, identity, artistic expression, the impact of pop culture
and social media on modern life, and the erasure of human individuality.

Accolades:
• Kostabi’s artwork currently appears in over 50 permanent museum collections, including the Museum
of Modern Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Guggenheim Museum.
• Kostabi’s famous collectors include notable celebrities, dignitaries, and royalty like Bill Clinton, Brooke
Shields, Axl Rose, Debbie Harry, Sylvester Stallone, Bill Gates, and even Arnold Schwarzenegger.
• Guns ‘N’ Roses chose his artwork as the cover for their acclaimed double-album “Use Your Illusion,”
which has sold over 35 million copies.
• Featured on 60 Minutes, Eye to Eye with Connie Chung, The Oprah Winfrey Show, Lifestyles of the
Rich and Famous, CNN, MTV, and NBC even built an entire episode of the hit show Miami Vice around
his artwork.

Biography:
• Born in Los Angeles and studied drawing and painting at California State University, Fullerton.
• Moved to New York in 1982 and by 1984 he became a prominent figure of the East Village art scene
• In 1988 he created “Kostabi World” and adopted a business model for producing his art, much like
Andy Warhol had done before him with his famous studio, “The Factory”

Read Park West Gallery’s full Mark Kostabi biography here.

Watch a video featuring Kostabi: Reflecting the World Through his Art

Main Points:
Created “Kostabi World” – Exhibited in over 50 museums - Faceless figures with philosophical
themes

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Aesthetic style:
• Duaív is a French contemporary Impressionist—his paintings are uplifting, colorful, cheerful, and
bright, almost buzzing with movement.
• He uses cans of paint rather than tubes, working with various sizes of palette knives and tiny
brushes, smoothing with his fingers.
• While Duaív only uses six to eight colors on his palette, a full spectrum of hues shines out.

Accolades:
• He was awarded the Commander of the Order of the Star of Europe for his efforts to assist
contemporary artists and his country, awarded by HRH Prince Henrik of Denmark.
• In 2006, Duaív was entered into the Benezit Dictionary of top-rated painters.
• He has painted custom vehicles for Lamborghini, Ferrari, and Porsche.
• Duaív has exhibited all over the world, including France, the United States, Switzerland,
Belgium, Spain, Tunisia, and Australia.

Biography:
• Duaív is a French-born artist who began his painting career at the age of 3. He completed his
first oil painting by the age of 9.
• Duaív met Salvador Dalí when he was 25, who was a great inspiration to him.
• Duaív is an accomplished classical cellist. For two hours every morning, Duaív practices his cello,
maintaining his technique. Each night, he paints in his studio for four to six hours, always
listening to music.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Duaív biography here.

Watch the latest Park West’s video featuring Duaív: Duaiv Harmonizes Music and Art

Main Points:
French Impressionist – Acclaimed classical cellist – Known for his bright, cheerful
compositions

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STEPHEN FISHWICK

Aesthetic style:
● Stephen Fishwick’s ability to infuse color, movement, and sound into each of his paintings creates an
aesthetic style all his own.
● Influenced by a wide range of renowned painters—from Norman Rockwell to Salvador Dali, John
Singer Sargent to J.C. Leyendecker—Fishwick has created a style all his own.
● In a show he calls “Art Attack,” Fishwick transforms a blank canvas into an explosion of art and
iconic images while being choreographed to music and dance.

Accolades:
● Fishwick’s vision has led to the development of his For Life Collection of fine art—vivid canvases of
endangered animals that seem to have a life and energy all their own.

Biography:
● Growing up on a farm in Ohio, Fishwick fell in love with animals at a very early age. While drawing
and painting them, he grew to appreciate their fragility.
● Fishwick took his first formal painting class at age ten, and it was in high school that his art first
earned him accolades. With the persistence of his high school art teacher, he enrolled at the Art
Institute of Pittsburgh. Less than a year later, he started working as a professional artist, drawing
portraits, caricatures, and illustrations.

Read Park West Gallery’s full biography on Stephen Fishwick here

Watch the latest Park West video featuring Fishwick: Stephen Fishwick: Making Art Come Alive

Main Points:
“Art Attack,”choreographed painting with music and dance - Norman Rockwell to Salvador
Dali influences - “For Life Collection of fine art”

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Aesthetic style:
• Glenn is known for his use of bright colors and his expressive use of papers and fabrics,
creating a masterful textured collage effect.
• He created a unique method of combining painting with sculpture to form a bas-relief, which he
calls “Flat Life.” He has been developing this style for more than a decade.
• He fascinates viewers by inviting them into his realm of colorful and unique imagery,
representing themes like the creative process of making art, the dialog between art and the
viewer, and music (mostly jazz).

Accolades:
• His artwork “One Nite Outta This World” was selected as the official art for the 56th Annual
Grammy Awards in 2014.
• Glenn was also the official artist of the 2014 Amelia Island Jazz Festival.
• In August 2005, Glenn’s work was featured in his first museum exhibition held at the Charles H.
Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit. The museum now hosts one of his
paintings in its permanent collection.

Biography:
• A native of Detroit, Glenn was raised in Corktown, the city’s oldest neighborhood. As a teen,
Marcus won a full scholarship to the city’s prestigious Center for Creative Studies. Prior to
becoming recognized for his artwork, Glenn worked on an assembly line for Chrysler during the
day and developed his art style at night.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Marcus Glenn biography here.

Watch this classic Park West’s video featuring Glenn: Marcus Glenn: Detroit's Finest

Main Points:
Created “Flat Life” combining painting and sculpture – Official Artist for Grammy
Awards – Incorporates jazz into his art

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Aesthetic style:
• His detailed and irreverent works of art are filled with animated olives, grapes, and dancing
strawberries.
• Godard’s unique imagery is an exciting combination of imagination and subtle humor, which
evoke the creative side in “Olive” us. (He loves a good olive pun.)

Accolades:
• Godard’s imaginative art has been seen by millions of people around the world through
cruise lines, galleries, hotels, television, and magazines.
• His paintings adorn the walls of the Officer’s Lounge in the Pentagon.
• Godard has been featured on many television shows, including Inked, A&E’s Criss Angel’s Mind
Freak, HBO’s Cathouse, and American Casino.
• A documentary on Godard’s life won several awards and was aired at multiple independent
film festivals.
• St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital honored Godard for his dedication to fighting childhood
cancer at the 7th Annual St. Jude: Affair of the Art Gala in 2017.

Biography:
• Godard worked as a mechanical engineer for 12 years before devoting himself to his art career.
After his daughter passed in 2006, he dedicated himself to philanthropic causes through his art.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Michael Godard biography here.

Main Points:
Rock Star of the Art World – Dedicated to philanthropy – Detailed paintings of cocktails
and animated olives and fruit

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Kre8 (1980 - )
Pronounced “Create”

Aesthetic style:
• Kevin “Kre8” Vigil has a distinct style of colorful, abstract splashes against black-and-gray
compositions that have earned him fans around the world.
• Drawing on a unique background steeped in graffiti art, tattoo artistry, and the love of
Surrealism, Kre8 has inspired art lovers to share in his vision of enjoying creativity and life.
• Kre8 references Dalí as one of his first artistic influences but also draws inspiration from the
works of Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Pablo Picasso.
• Kre8 explains that his colorful splashes of paint represent our inner lives and describes his
own artistic style as “Kre8izm”

Accolades:
• Over 20 sell-out events at Park West VIP level.

Biography:
• Miami-based artist born in Germany in 1980, Kre8 moved to the United States at the age of 5.
• At the age of 14, a group of graffiti artists approached Kre8 and invited him to try his hand at
graffiti. He joined the group, which came to be known as “Kre8 and ATF,” and participated in
graffiti displays across the United States for the next decade.
• “Kre8.” - “Kre” stands for “Knowledge Reveals Evolution” while the 8 represents the infinity
symbol turned vertical.
• At the age of 25, Kre8 started working as a professional tattoo artist in Florida while continuing to
create his own original artwork.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Kre8 biography here.

Watch the latest Park West’s video featuring Guyton: Coloring the Abstract: The Art of Kre8

Main Points:
“Kre8izm” – Combines Tattoo art, Graffiti art, and Surrealism

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ASHTON HOWARD (1979-)

Aesthetic style:
● As one of the world’s foremost tropical artists, Ashton Howard brings the tranquility, light, and colors
of the ocean to collectors around the world with his enchanting paintings and remarkably fluid art
style.
● With a self-taught style that blends realism and abstract expressionism, Howard’s art is just as much
about the subject as it is about the moods it evokes—moods that one can only encounter when
they’re alone with nature. He calls his artwork “Fluid Realism.”

Accolades:

● Howard’s art is displayed in more than 25 galleries around the world.

● Murals painted by Howard have popped up over recent years. These include murals at the Sacred
Heart Women and Children’s Hospital in Pensacola, Florida; Pepperdine University in Malibu,
California; and several locations in Houston, Texas.

Biography:

● Born in 1979, Howard was raised in Pensacola on the Gulf Coast in Florida. Howard was always
interested in art, a passion he fostered in high school. This passion led him to enroll at the Savannah
College of Art and Design in 1999, but he soon decided to leave after realizing his methods and vision
didn’t fit into the art school’s structured curriculum.
● Howard traveled the world seeking artistic inspiration from exotic locales. His journey ultimately led
him to Encinitas, California in 2001. He worked as a self-described “struggling artist” in Laguna
Beach, supporting himself by teaching surfing lessons and painting surfboards.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Ashton Howard’s full biography here

Watch Park West’s video featuring Howard:

Ashton Howard Brings Fluid Realism to the Art World

Main Points: “Fluid Realism” - self taught - blends realism and abstract expressionism

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SLAVA ILYAYEV (1970 - )
Pronounced “ILL-ya-yev”

Aesthetic style:
• Ilyayev is a master of creating colorful and vivid works that carry on the traditions of Post-
Impressionists like Vincent van Gogh into contemporary times.
• His art is instantly recognizable by the elevated textures he creates by applying thick swathes
of oil paints with a palette knife. The result is unquestionably beautiful—blending viscous oil
paint, a symphony of color, and the intrigue of romance.
• His compositions of light and shadow reflect the transitions of the seasons and the beauty of
nature.

Accolades:
• Ilyayev held his first exhibition at the Sculpture Union in Tel Aviv in 1999 and then at the
Safari Gallery in Jerusalem later that same year.
• Ilyayev has held many group and solo exhibitions in Israel, United States, Turkey, and Spain.

Biography:
• Born in Baku, Azerbaijan, Ilyayev studied art in his hometown, attending the Baku College of
Arts in 1991. Upon immigrating to Israel in 1995, Ilyayev studied at the renowned Avni Institute
of Art and Design in Tel Aviv. In addition to his career as an artist, Ilyayev teaches art in
academies in Israel.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Slava Ilyayev biography here.

Watch this classic Park West’s video featuring Ilyayev: Inside the Artist's Studio: Slava Ilyayev

Main Points:
Impressionist style characterized by heavy textures – Strong sense of perspective,
light, and shadow

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THOMAS KINKADE (1958-2012)
Pronounced “kin-kaid”

Aesthetic style:
• Kinkade painted magical imagery that included nature scenes, bucolic gardens, cottages,
sports, inspirational tableaus, lighthouses, seascapes, impressionistic cityscapes, and American
icons.
• Kinkade’s works are rich with symbolism—for example, the lights within his homes and
chimney smoke represent the warmth and welcoming of family.
• Surprisingly, Kinkade painted multiple layers of dark glaze across his canvases as the first step.
He said, “Because of the darkness, the light I add has more impact.”

Accolades:
• Kinkade is said to be the most widely collected artist in the United States. His paintings and
limited-edition works adorn more than 10 million homes across the world.
• Kinkade created art for milestone events for Disneyland, Walt Disney World Resort,
Graceland, the Daytona 500, and Yankee Stadium.

Biography:
• Known as the “Painter of Light,” Kinkade was one of America’s most collected living artists until
his untimely passing at the age of 54. Born in California, Kinkade never graduated from college,
but after a brief career as a background artist, he took the art world by storm with his idyllic
cottages and landscapes.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Thomas Kinkade biography here.

Watch this classic Park West’s video featuring Kinkade: Video Vault: Thomas Kinkade

Main Points:
The Painter of Light – Collected by millions worldwide – Idyllic and luminous scenes of
cottages and landscapes

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DAVID "LEBO" LE BATARD (1972 - )
Pronounced “lee-BOW”

Aesthetic style:
• Lebo is inspired by ancient storytelling, comic strip compositions, and street art. He creates
colorful and approachable artwork that evokes spirituality and hope.
• Lebo fuses his love of drawing, philosophy, calligraphy, and symbolism into his own unique
style—Postmodern Cartoon Expressionism.
• His style is characterized by gestural lines and condensed fields of color. He refers to his
recurring characters as “totems,” which include owls and cats.

Accolades:
• The artist has collaborated with Adidas, ESPN, Lululemon, Google, Harley-Davidson, and
Macy’s.
• Lebo painted the hull of the Norwegian Cruise Line ship, the Norwegian Getaway.
• In 2003, Lebo created the official artwork for the Latin Grammy Awards.
• An accomplished muralist, Lebo painted a mural celebrating the 2018 FIFA World Cup in
collaboration with Telemundo Deportes and a now-iconic "Welcome to Miami Beach" mural,
which greets visitors driving into Miami Beach, Florida.

Biography:
• Lebo was born in New York in 1972, the child of Cuban immigrants. Later raised in Miami,
where he currently resides, Lebo became inspired by the bold aesthetic and musical culture of
South Florida. He gained renown for his public murals, and in 1996 held his first public
exhibition.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Lebo biography here.

Watch the latest Park West’s video featuring Lebo:

David “Lebo” Le Batard's Creative Cartoon Flow

Main Points:
Postmodern Cartoon Expressionism – Inspired by symbolism, comic strips, and
philosophy – Worked with major companies like Google and ESP

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NANO LOPEZ (1950-)

Aesthetic style:
• With his imaginative bronze figures, Lopez creates amalgamations of folklore, science,
industry, and nature.
• In 1978, he traveled to Spain and began working for the sculptor Francisco (Paco) Baron in
Madrid. While with Francisco, Nano carved marble, granite and fabricated in steel. He worked
all three materials on a monumental scale. It was in Madrid that he began casting his own
works in bronze and held his first single artist show. He also took the opportunity to visit Italy
and see the sculptures of Michelangelo, his idol.
• He uses the ‘Lost Wax Process’ which was invented by the ancient Egyptians to create his
bronze sculptures.

Accolades:
● Nano was recognized early in his life for his artistic talent when he was awarded first place in a
municipal school drawing contest at the age of 5.
● Few contemporary artists have made more of an impact on the world of sculpture than
Colombian sculptor Nano Lopez. His instantly recognizable “Nanimal” sculptures are collected
around the globe, and he continues to innovate and inspire with his remarkable bronze work.

Biography:
● Nano Lopez was born October 31, 1955, in Bogota Colombia to an affluent and educated family that
includes a great uncle who served as president of Colombia.
● His grandmother was an artist who worked in ceramics and water clay, having a big influence on
Nano. She encouraged her grandson at a young age to pursue art, and her sculptures and collection
of art still inspires him to this day.
● Around the age of 15, Nano’s love of art grew and he began using wet clay he found at construction
sites to practice his skills. By high school, he was making serious copies of the masters including
Michelangelo’s sculptures and paintings. He realized that art was an absolute need and passion, and
towards the end of high school began to take university classes at night.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Nano Lopez biography here.

Watch this classic Park West’s video featuring Nano Lopez: Nano Lopez - "The Process"

Main Points: ‘Nanimals’ - Lost Wax - Bronze Sculptures

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Aesthetic style:
• His unique style can be described as a contemporary fusion of Renaissance Europe and
Classical Mythology.
• Markus is known for painting his “Modern Mona Lisas”—images of women who are not only
beautiful, but sophisticated and strong.

Accolades:
• Markus’s painting “Pure Love” was selected as one of the world's top 10 most sensual
paintings by the Toronto Sun newspaper.
• Markus invented the new art medium known as caldographs, in which images are expertly bonded
to wooden panels. He created this innovation as a tribute to da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa,” which was
also painted on a wood panel.
• Markus’ artwork has been displayed around the world and featured in prominent galleries in
France, Japan, England, Russia, and the United States.

Biography:
• Born in Budapest, Hungary, Markus was inspired to become an artist by the works of Renaissance
artists like Michelangelo, Caravaggio, and Botticelli. He studied art in his home country, but
immigrated to the U.S. in 1978.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Csaba Markus biography here.

Watch the latest Park West’s video featuring Markus: Csaba Markus Unveils Caldographs on Wood

Main Points:
Inspired by Renaissance artists —Hand crafts every aspect of his art —
Invented caldographs

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MARKO MAVROVICH

Aesthetic style:
• His artwork vividly captures the essence of the sea.
• Mavrovich’s tranquil paintings of seascapes and light colors are a result of growing up near
the Pacific Ocean and the Adriatic Sea in the Mediterranean. Practical and resourceful,
Mavrovich draws from what he knows—the seascape of the world.
• His style is expressive and he uses the palette knife to create texture, similar to artists in the
Impressionist movement.
• He states he loves to be around the materials he uses to create his artworks and says “some
people call it chaos, I call it perfect.”

Accolades:
• Mavrovich has participated in group and solo exhibitions in the US and Europe
• His work is often featured on Pinterest

Biography:
• Mavrovich was born to Croatian parents living in California. He and his family moved
between islands off the coast of Croatia when he was young, but spent most of their time on
the island of Unjie. It was here he developed a love for sea life.
• Started as a watercolor painter, inspired by his father, who was a watercolor artist.
• Mavrovich worked as a commercial diver for three years until a close call with a propeller
severed an air hose and grazed his wetsuit. Mavrovich had narrowly avoided the loss of a
limb. He saw this as a sign to turn his passion for art into his career. Despite the accident,
Mavrovich never lost his love of the sea, and began painting seascapes, coastlines, and
landscapes.

See more on Marko Mavrovich here.

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Aesthetic style:
• The colorful works of Peter Max are synonymous with contemporary American culture and the
spirit of the 1960s and ‘70s.
• His style is characterized by cosmic and patriotic themes painted with brilliant hues and loose
brushstrokes.
• Max’s art has been considered Pop Art, Neo-Expressionism, or even Surrealism. He has
worked in everything from collage and painting to printmaking and sculpture.

Accolades:
• Max’s accomplishments are numerous and has been a highly sought-after artist for decades. He
remains one of Park West’s most collected artists.
• Max has created art for such major events as the 2006 Winter Olympics, Woodstock ’99,
multiple World Cups and Super Bowls, the Grammys, and the U.S. Open in 1997 and 2017.
• Painted the hull of Norwegian Cruise Line’s ship, Norwegian Breakaway.
• Max’s art has been in more than 100 galleries and museums worldwide, including a
retrospective at the Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia in 1991.
• Max has painted portraits of six U.S. presidents and has artwork in various US Embassies. He
has been dubbed ‘America’s Painter Laureate’

Biography:
• Max was born in Germany in 1937. During World War II, his family moved to Shanghai, China.
They relocated to Tibet, Israel, and Paris before calling Brooklyn, New York home.
• In 1961, Max found overnight success with his graphic design studio and, in the ‘70s, began
focusing more on painting.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Peter Max biography here.

Watch the latest Park West’s video featuring Max:

Peter Max: Cosmic Art That Defined A Generation

Main Points:
Cosmic art – Pop culture icon – America’s Painter Laureate

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Aesthetic style:
• Metlan’s traditional style depicts seascapes and villages of coastal regions with warmth,
light, and bold colors.
• His art is inspired by the places he travels and the concerts he attends. From sunny, narrow
streets to energetic dancers, Metlan captures moments of tranquility and energy.
• Metlan’s newer art style focuses on flamenco dancers, captured with vibrant colors applied to the
canvas with a palette knife.
• Similar to his dancers, Metlan portrays elegant women brandishing instruments, perhaps in
ode to his mother, a violin player.

Accolades:
• Metlan’s work has been exhibited around the world, including France, Israel, and throughout
the United States.
• Images of Metlan’s dancers are incredibly popular on social media sites like Pinterest.

Biography:
• Born in Yalta, Ukraine, Metlan’s interest in art developed at a young age. He pursued a formal
education to hone his skills, graduating from the local high school of the arts in 1985 and going
on to study at the Krivoi Rog University in Ukraine.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Anatoly Metlan biography here.

Main Points:
Landscapes infused with Mediterranean light – Energetic dancers

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MICHAEL MILKIN (1964- )

Aesthetic style:
● The exotic technique Milkin uses of a highly textured surface is called impasto. This effect is not only
dramatic, but the surfaces capture light and respond to different lighting conditions by reflecting and
refracting the light and casting shadows onto the surface of the painting.
● In his work, Milkin concentrates on still lifes and landscapes, painting with acrylics and oils in thick,
dramatic brushwork and brilliant colors. He is inspired by Cézanne, Manet, and Vasiliev. Israel
brought new ideas to his art, moving him deeply. Beginning with an outline of his subject, Milkin fills
the outline on the canvas with modeling paste, using a palette knife. On top of the paste, Milkin
layers bright acrylic paint, creating a heavy, textured image. He lets this dry then uses varnish to
accent certain colors.

Accolades:
● Group and solo exhibitions:
1998 Claude Hammon Gallery, Paris, France
1999 Dais Gallery, Kharkov, Ukraine
2001 Metropolitan Gallery, Kharkov, Ukraine
2002 Safrai Gallery, Jerusalem, Israel
2004 A&E Fine Art, Ridgewood, New Jersey
2005 Estampa, Madrid, Spain
2007 B.L.D. Gallery, New York, U.S.A.
2008 Art Expo, New York, U.S.A.
2009 Aviram Art Gallery, Kfar Ruth, Israel

Biography:
• Michael Milkin was born in Kharkov, Ukraine in 1964. As a student of Architecture at the town’s
university, he participated in several art exhibitions. After graduating, he worked professionally as an
architect but continued teaching, painting and participating in public exhibitions. Choosing to go to
graduate school, Milkin attended the Pedagogical Institute in Kharkov, studying the graphic arts. In
the late ‘90s, Milkin began teaching fine arts and, shortly after, his works were exhibited in art shows
all over Ukraine, France, and Germany.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Michael Milkin biography here.

Main Points:
Landscapes in Impasto - Cézanne, Manet, and Vasiliev - Birchwoods

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Aesthetic style:
• Najar’s style—often referred to as Contemporary Expressionism—presents energetic
movements of color and shapes as it captures scenes from nature.
• Najar plays with thick impasto and thin airy layers of color to give the viewer a feeling of
deep space in his landscapes.
• Often focusing on landscapes, his compositions dance around themes of reflection. Utilizing water
sources, the setting sun, and shadows, Najar splits images into their reflections—almost
resembling an optical illusion.

Accolades:
• Najar studied closely with the Israeli master Itzchak Tarkay, exchanging ideas in a shared
studio space for over 7 years.
• Najar’s paintings are sold worldwide and have been shown in group exhibits and one-man
shows in Israel, the United States, and Canada.

Biography:
• Born in Israel, Najar's family did not support his early interest in art. He excelled in sports at a
young age, becoming a leading figure in the Krav Maga martial art. He didn't begin painting
until his 30s, when he first signed up for art classes.

Read Park West Gallery’s full David Najar biography here.

Watch this classic Park West’s video featuring Najar: Self Portrait: David Najar

Main Points:
International Contemporary Expressionist – Focuses on nature –
Came to art later in life

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SAM PARK

Aesthetic style:
• Park paints in a style he calls “New Impressionism,” which transforms real-world scenes into
beautiful landscapes of vivid light and gorgeous color combinations.
• His style is reminiscent of the French Impressionists of the late 19th century, but departs
through his use of a palette knife and his attention to detail.
• Park’s paintings are based on real locations throughout the world, but are enhanced
through his imagination and artistic license.

Accolades:
• Park won an Olympic-sponsored competition held during the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games.
• His Olympic artwork was acquired by the Hyundai Corporation, which permanently displays the
art at its headquarters.
• Six of Park’s paintings are hung in the Presidential Palace in Cyprus.

Biography:
• Born on a small Korean island, Park began painting at age 13. Inspired by his surroundings,
Park gained an appreciation for the beauty of nature. He graduated from Seorabeol Art College
in 1973, studied art in Paris, and traveled the world. He immigrated to the U.S. in 1984 and
gained international renown for his art.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Sam Park biography here.

Watch the latest Park West’s video featuring Park: Artist Sam Park Redefines Realism

Main Points:
New Impressionism – Paints with palette knife and some brushwork – Won 1988
Olympic art contest

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JEAN-CLAUDE PICOT (1933-2020)

Aesthetic style:
• Picot developed a unique style that recalls a Post-Impressionist application of color, combined
with the expressive qualities of form and line.
• His compositions are often calming, possessing his personal joie de vivre.
• He frequently captured the animation, romance, and essence of the landscape as his favored
subject, although he also painted still lifes, cityscapes, markets, and festival scenes.
• Greatly influenced by the works of the Fauvist masters like Vlaminck, Derain, and Matisse
• Worked in many media – oil, acrylic, watercolor, etching, ceramic, and more recently,
serigraphy and embellished serigraphy – which beautifully captured his vibrant color and
painterly technique.
Accolades:
● Beginning in 1947, he exhibited in over fifty one-person shows throughout the world including
exhibitions in the United States, Belgium, Norway, and Australia.

Biography:
● Picot lived part of each year in the south of France and often found inspiration in the Cote
d’Azur – its visitors, beaches, and boat-filled harbors

Read Jean-Claude Picot’s full biography here.

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Aesthetic style:
• Pino’s recognizable style frequently connects with the public on a deep level, as his themes deftly
portray the complexities of human relationships.
• Women were Pino’s muse, and his bright characters practically jump off the canvas with his loose,
yet accurate brushwork.

Accolades:
• Pino is known as one of the most successful and iconic book cover illustrators of all time. By
the end of his career, Pino had created over 3,000 book covers, movie posters, and magazine
illustrations.
• His romance novel covers were particularly popular, often featuring the Italian model Fabio.
• From 1960 to 1979, Pino’s work appeared in juried exhibitions and won numerous prizes and
awards.
• By 2001, galleries across the United States desired his works, and soon after galleries in Hong
Kong, Canada, Dubai, and other countries wanted Pino in their collections as well.

Biography:
• Pino—Giuseppe Dangelico—was born in the coastal town of Bari, Italy. He studied in art
schools in Italy and was later commissioned by Italy’s two largest book publishers,
Mondadori and Rizzoli, to create illustrations and cover designs. His reputation in the
artwork soon began to grow.
• Pino’s unique works were most often sold through galleries on consignment. When Pino
passed in 2010, his estate recalled all of his paintings that were not purchased. Thus his
unique works are rather hard to come by.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Pino biography here.

Watch the latest Park West’s video featuring Pino: Pino: A Legacy of Fine Art and Illustration

Main Points:
Impressionist figurative artist – One of the most famous book cover illustrators in the
world

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ALEXANDRE RENOIR (1974- )

Aesthetic style:
• Alexandre Renoir continues his family’s legacy by painting in a style based on the Impressionist
movement his famous great-grandfather, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, helped establish in the late
19th century.
• Alexandre paints with palette knives, creating textured works full of vivid colors by mixing paint
directly on the canvas. In doing so, Alexandre’s paintings include an extra dimension that casts
its own shadow.
• Alexandre takes after his great-grandfather in wanting to create art that is
pleasurable, serene, and beautiful.

Accolades:
• Alexandre’s art is collected in over 16 countries.
• In 2008, the Tennessee State Museum featured Alexandre’s art in an exhibition alongside
art from his great-grandfather and other famous artists.
• Alexandre is the only other member of the Renoir family aside from Pierre-Auguste to become
a professional artist.

Biography:
• Born in France, Alexandre was exposed to art from a young age. After moving to Canada with
his family, he studied at prestigious art schools and tried various creative occupations, but in
2004 realized that painting was his true calling.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Alexandre Renoir biography here.

Watch the latest video featuring Renoir:

Painter Alexandre Renoir Continues Great- Grandfather’s Legacy

Main Points:
Great-grandson of Pierre-Auguste Renoir – Paints in a contemporary Impressionist
style

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Aesthetic style:
• Tarkay is considered one of the most influential figurative artists of the early 21st century.
• The inspiration for his work lies with French Impressionism and Post-Impressionism,
exemplifying the bright colors of Matisse and the drawing style of Toulouse-Lautrec.
• All of Tarkay's images strike the same note—a meditative stillness that is lush,
sensuous, and timeless.
• His oeuvre is visual poetry dominated by pictures of well-dressed women seated in lavish
interiors or terraces.

Accolades:
• Tarkay received recognition at the International Artexpo in New York in 1986 and 1987.
• Three hardcover books have been written on Tarkay and his art.
• Tarkay shared his gifts by mentoring younger Israeli artists, including David Najar, Yuval Wolfson,
and Mark Kanovich.

Biography:
• Itzchak Tarkay was born in Subotica on the Yugoslav-Hungarian border. In 1949, his family
immigrated to Israel. Tarkay received a scholarship to the Bezalel Academy of Art and Design.
Tarkay later graduated from the Avni Institute of Art and Design in 1956.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Itzchak Tarkay biography here.

Watch this classic Park West’s video featuring Tarkay: Itzchak Tarkay: A Tribute

Main Points:
Figurative artist – Artexpo in New York – Three books published about Tarkay’s art

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DANIEL WALL (1965 - )

Aesthetic style:
• Wall is the creator of Intense Impressionism, an artistic style founded on 19th- century
Impressionist ideals, but dramatically tailored to reflect contemporary life.
• Wall prefers palette knives for their ability to apply thick swathes of bright oil paint onto the
canvas. This method of creating texture with paint is known as the “impasto” technique.
• Wall employs vibrant colors and achieves striking lighting effects that simultaneously appear
warm and cool, dark and light, detailed and spontaneous.
• All of Wall’s symbolism points toward his own romantic and joyful view of life.

Accolades:
• Wall served as a journal illustrator and cover designer for more than 20 national journals and
has published over 500 book covers and illustrations.
• Wall has won a number of fine art awards throughout his career, including the Best Work Award
from the Shandong News Artists Association in 1990.

Biography:
• Born in a small village in northern China, Wall began drawing and painting at the age of 4.
During the mid-1980s, while working as an art teacher, Wall developed his Intense
Impressionism style. He moved to the U.S. in 1995 where he gained a national following
within five years.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Daniel Wall biography here.

Main Points:
Intense Impressionism – Impasto technique using a palette knife – Romantic and
optimistic themes

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JIM WARREN (1949- )

Aesthetic style:
• Inspired by master painters in museums by some of the great artists of all time such as Dali,
Rockwell and Rembrandt, Warren is mostly self-taught and prides himself on his famous
advice to aspiring artists, “To hell with the rules…paint what you like.”
• Artist Jim Warren weaves together ethereal paintings that transport the viewer to dreamlike
worlds, where colors spring forth from ocean waves or a waterfall comes to life as a woman’s
hair cascades down a hillside. He calls his style Neo-Surrealism.

Accolades:
• Warren started his early career through the 1970s as a fine artist, winning first place awards at large
outdoor art shows in California.
• During the ‘80s, Warren pursued his high school dream of painting album cover art and painted
hundreds of magazine illustrations, movie posters, book covers and especially album covers for such
stars as Alice Cooper, Prince and Bob Seger, the latter winning a Grammy Award for best album
package for the cover of “Against the Wind,” which topped the Billboard 200.

Biography:
• American artist Jim Warren was born in 1949 in Long Beach, California to Don and Betty
Warren. Warren grew up with an older brother, Rick, and older sister, Kathy. He began drawing
at the age of 2 and continued drawing, on and off, through middle and high school.
• While in high school, Warren considered all the usual career choices – artist, magician and rock
star – but it wasn’t until 1967 that he decided to be an artist, a “rich and famous” one at that.
He began working in surrealistic fantasy in 1969.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Jim Warren’s biography here.

Main Points
Neo Surrealism – Grammy Award for “Against the Wind” - Self taught artist

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 WYLAND (1954- )

Aesthetic style:
• Much of Wyland’s art is inspired by diving with and photographing whales, dolphins, and other marine
wildlife. His up-close studies of these animals in their natural habitats provide Wyland with reference
materials to draw upon when creating his compositions.
• Wyland typically begins by sketching onto the canvas in pencil, then paints basic details based on
these sketches before painting in his background. From there he brings his subjects to life utilizing a
wide array of vivid colors.

Accolades:
• Wyland formed the non-profit Wyland Foundation in 1993. Current and past partnerships include the
UN Environment, the U.S Forest Service, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the
National League of Cities, and the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
• Wyland’s passions for scuba diving, educating, and exploration has led to him hosting several
television programs, including, “Wyland’s Ocean World” series on the Discovery Channel’s Animal
Planet Network, “Wyland: A Brush With Giants” and “Wyland’s Art Studio,” a series for NPR.
• His conservation efforts have resulted in strategic alliances with notable organizations like the United
States Olympic Team, United Nation Environment Program, and Walt Disney Studios.
• In May 2010, the United Nations released six Wyland images for an international stamp issue
celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission.
• In 2016, Norwegian Cruise Line revealed that Wyland was chosen to paint the hull of its third
Breakaway-Plus class ship, Norwegian Bliss. The ship began sailing in 2018.

Biography:
• In 1971, at the age of 14, he witnessed migrating grey whales while on vacation with his
family. The event inspired him to use his artistic talents to advocate for the future of clean
water, healthy oceans, and the majestic animals within.
• Wyland attended the College for Creative Studies in Detroit from 1975 to 1979. He later
moved to Laguna Beach where he lived as a self-described “starving artist.” In 1983, he
spray-painted what would become the first of his “Whaling Walls”—life-size images of
whales—on a wall facing a Laguna Beach parking lot.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Wyland’s biography here.

Main Points: Sea life Painter - Murals of underwater creatures

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TIM YANKE (1962 - )
Pronounced “Yan-KEY”

Aesthetic style:
• Yanke’s Neo-West style is an energetic and boldly colored form of Abstract
Expressionism that incorporates symbolism from the American West.
• He draws viewers in with a variety of media—written words, spray paint, charcoal, or
acrylics—causing them to ponder his messages while finding their own meanings.
• Yanke’s more recent creations incorporate colorful iterations of wildlife from the Southwest,
which Yanke considers “spirit animals.”

Accolades:
• Yanke was commissioned in 2010 to create the signature work for The Henry, an upscale
boutique hotel in Michigan. The art is Yanke’s largest to date and is on permanent display at
the hotel.
• Yanke donates his artwork to Habitat for Humanity participants to brighten their new homes with
art. He also contributes to military organizations such as the Gary Sinise Foundation.
• Cowboys & Indians magazine profiled Yanke in its January 2017 edition.

Biography:
• Born in Detroit, Michigan, Yanke attended the University of North Texas in Denton where he
received his Bachelor of Fine Arts in 1986. He worked as a graphic designer before becoming a
professional artist.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Tim Yanke biography here.

Watch the latest Park West’s video featuring Yanke: Tim Yanke Paints The Southwest

Main Points
Abstract Expressionist – Style is known as Neo-West

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PABLO PICASSO (1881-1973)

Aesthetic style:
• Picasso created Cubism with Georges Braque and continued thereafter to elevate
other mediums and styles to new heights.
• Picasso took complicated subjects and reduced them to simplistic forms, but could also do
the opposite. He could paint in a representational style and in his famous Cubist style.
• While he is best known for his famous paintings like “Guernica,” Picasso also had
complete mastery over other mediums, including sculpture, ceramics, drawings, graphic
works, tapestries, and theatrical sets.

Accolades:
• Picasso is arguably the most famous artist of the 20th century, if not all of history.
• Picasso transformed the 20th century by co-founding the Cubist movement.
• In 2015, a Picasso painting, “Les Femmes d'Alger (Version O),” was purchased for a
record- setting $179.4 million.
• His artwork is found in museums and galleries around the world, including the Reina Sofia
Museum in Madrid, the Museum of Modern Art in New York, and Picasso museums in
France, Spain, and Switzerland.
Biography:
• Born in Spain, Picasso was classically trained in art but in 1906 began exploring avant-
garde styles. He eventually moved to France, and reshaped the artistic landscape with
his contributions to Cubism in 1909 to 1919.
• Picasso’s prolific career encompasses 26,731 cataloged artworks, including his
famous printmaking series “the Vollard Suite” and “347 Series.”

Read Park West Gallery’s full Pablo Picasso biography here.

Main Points:
Cubism – One of the most prolific artists in history – Works in over 100 permanent
museum collections worldwide

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Benefit:
• In 2004, Park West purchased an extremely rare complete set of Vollard Suite etchings, each
of which was signed in pencil by Picasso. A complete set is also owned by the National Gallery
of Australia as well as the British Museum.

Overview:
• In 1931, Picasso approached art dealer Ambroise Vollard inquiring about purchasing two
paintings, a Renoir and a Cezanne. Vollard, as a shrewd businessman, offered to give Picasso the
two paintings in exchange for 100 copper etchings. Picasso agreed to the barter and compiled 97
of his finest etchings to date, and then created 3 portrait etchings of Vollard, thereby comprising
the full Suite Vollard.

• Picasso’s young lover, Marie-Therese Walter, is a central feature throughout the Suite. Picasso
was intoxicated by her sensuality and beauty, and she can be easily identified in the etchings by
her distinctive broad, Roman nose.

You can learn more about Picasso’s Vollard Suite here.

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Benefit:
• The 347 Series are among the last hand-signed etchings and engravings Picasso ever created.
Each of the original plates was etched or engraved by the hand of Picasso alone, creating a
unique and exclusive opportunity for collectors.

• The signed suites present a unique and exclusive collecting opportunity. There are only 50 signed
examples in the regular edition and an even more exclusive set of 17 signed artist proofs.

Overview:
• In 1968, Picasso created 347 etchings in the span of only 7 months at the age of 86. For
perspective, consider that Rembrandt, widely regarded for his expertise in the field of etching,
created only 300 to 400 etchings in his entire lifetime.

• The 347 series stands as Picasso’s last great achievement in the field of graphic arts. The suite
is a testament to this man’s genius, both in the skill & quality of the work as well as the sheer
depth of his creativity.

• The content of the suite is equally fascinating. Some say that the suite reads as a visual diary,
exploring a playful side of Picasso’s life through depictions of Spanish culture such as carnivals.

• The complete 347 Series is part of the permanent collection of 7 museums and institutions
around the world, including the Picasso Museum in Barcelona, Spain, the National Library of
Paris, the Art Institute of Chicago, and more.

You can learn more about Picasso’s 347 Series here

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PICASSO CERAMICS

Pablo Picasso is known for many things, but perhaps his greatest contribution to modern culture
was his unwavering eagerness to experiment. Between 1946 and 1973, Picasso created a
breathtaking collection of original ceramic works. Over the past 50 years, Park West Museum has
developed one of the largest collections of Picasso ceramics in the world. Our current collection
includes 98 individual works, covering a broad range of Picasso’s techniques and subjects.

Picasso’s involvement with ceramics began with two artists: Paco Durrio and Paul Gauguin. When
he was 19 years old, Picasso met Francisco “Paco” Durrio, the acclaimed sculptor from Bilbao,
Spain. Durrio encouraged Picasso to take up work in clay and gave him his first instructions in the
medium. Durrio was heavily inspired at the time by the post-Impressionist Paul Gauguin and his
creations in ceramic. Modern sculpture in the early 20th century was primarily influenced by
Primitivism, of which Gauguin was a key participant. Primitivism denotes the Western fascination
for less industrially-developed cultures, and the romantic notion that non-Western people might be
more genuinely spiritual, or closer in touch with elemental forces of the cosmos, than their
comparatively "artificial" European and American counterparts. It is interesting to observe how this
influence would one day become so deeply implanted in Picasso’s own aesthetic.

Before his sixtieth birthday, Picasso had already carved out an indelible place for himself in art
history. He had co-founded Cubism, evolved through his various “periods,” painted “Guernica,”
engraved and etched his famous “Vollard Suite” and “347 Series,” and been the subject of a major
Museum of Modern Art retrospective, among other extraordinary and historical milestones. Most
artists over 60—with that many accomplishments behind them—would not still be searching for
new artistic horizons to explore, but Picasso was no ordinary artist. He was always searching,
always experimenting with new ways to express himself artistically.

Following the end of the Second World War, a trip to the South of France inspired a whole new
chapter in his career. In July 1946, Picasso visited Vallauris, France for the first time in the
company of Françoise Gilot (mother of Claude). The small coastal town was known for its pottery,
and Picasso quickly became enamored with the ceramics being produced by the Atelier Madoura,
owned by Suzanne and Georges Ramié. Picasso had experimented with pottery in the past, but
witnessing the work at Madoura lit a fire in him. He partnered with the Ramiés to begin producing
his own ceramics, ushering in one of the most prolific periods of his career. This path consumed
him, as he created over 3,500 ceramic works in a period of more than 20 years. Much has been
discussed about the relationship of sculpture to the ceramic arts and, in some ways, Picasso’s
ceramic creations may be viewed as paintings or prints in three dimensions.

Georges Ramié, owner of the atelier Madoura Pottery in which Picasso created his ceramics, said in
an introduction to a ceramics catalog published by the Spanish art house, Poligrafa: “For Picasso,
painting clay was like painting a fresco: the tensions which arise are similar. Clay, with its dusty
surface, absorbs the mass of color or enamel very quickly; it does not allow repetition [or]
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alterations in the strokes. Work on clay—like fresco—allows no hesitation; the hand must be sure
and firm.” Picasso remained aligned to the Madoura studio for over 20 years.

But why was Picasso, an artist who had explored other artistic mediums before, so interested in
ceramics? There were several reasons. One was that he was intrigued at how quickly and
inexpensively he could create these new ceramic works. In an era when only the wealthy could
afford his paintings and sculptures, Picasso welcomed the notion that his pottery and ceramics
could potentially be owned by everyday people in the post-war world. Picasso also loved the idea
of his ceramic works being both aesthetically pleasing and functional—he frequently gifted his
pots, plates, pitchers, and bowls to friends and family members. More than anything, Picasso was
eager to test the creative potential of this new medium.

Today, art lovers truly appreciate the significance of this phase of Picasso’s career. The ceramics he
produced while working at Madoura have been acquired by some of the most notable collectors of
modern art and now appear in museums all over the world.

Picasso’s ceramic works—created both in editions and unique forms— are now recognized as an
important part of his enduring artistic output. Like his paintings, drawings, sculptures, theatrical
designs, and graphic works, they reflect an unquenchable artistic curiosity and the artist’s mandate
to place his own timeless stamp on an art form that has existed since the beginnings of human
history.

More about Picasso Ceramics:

https://www.parkwestgallery.com/picasso-ceramics-park-west-gallery/
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S53i0Nlc5cp2Iy41SN8k6l4VeI-25dEz/view?usp=sharing

How Picasso Changed Pottery Forever:

https://www.parkwestgallery.com/history-pablo-picasso-ceramics/

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REMBRANDT VAN RIJN (1606 - 1669)

Aesthetic style:
• Rembrandt’s legacy is grounded in his deeply technical and empathetic understanding of
representation, resulting in a prolific and versatile career across many media.
• Rembrandt is regarded as one of history’s most innovative printmakers, commanding a mastery
of contrasting light and dark, known as chiaroscuro.
• In addition to the 300 etchings, engravings, and drypoints Rembrandt created during his
lifetime, his oeuvre is said to include around 300 paintings and 2,000 drawings.

Accolades:
• Rembrandt is highly regarded as one of the greatest Dutch masters in art.
• His works are in the permanent collections of over 70 museums worldwide, including the Louvre,
The Hermitage, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the National Gallery in Washington
D.C., the Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles, the National Gallery in London, and the Prado
Museum in Spain.
• The Rembrandt House Museum in Amsterdam was created in honor of his life and work.

Biography:
• Born in the Dutch Republic of Leiden, Rembrandt developed his artistic talent from an early
age, eventually opening a studio at the age of 22. By 1631, Rembrandt had officially settled
in Amsterdam after boasting rapid success from the court of The
Hague and Prince Frederik Hendrik. The end of his life was marred with misfortune and tragedy,
but there is no denying Rembrandt’s enduring legacy.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Rembrandt van Rijn biography here.

Main Points:
Dutch master – Chiaroscuro style – A master etcher – Works in over 70 permanent
museum collections worldwide

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REMBRANDT’S MILLENIUM EDITION

Benefit:
• For the first time in almost one hundred years, art collectors have a limited opportunity to
own a collection of 8 etchings printed from the original copper plates created by
Rembrandt van Rijn approximately 350 years ago.

Overview:
• Over a 10 year period, from 1994 to 2003, Emiliano Sorini and Marjorie Van Dyke created
limited editions of 2,500 examples of each of the 8 images, marking the first time in history
that limited edition Rembrandt works have ever been created. These 8 works are known as
“The Millennium Edition.”

You can learn more about Rembrandt’s Millennium Edition here

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SALVADOR DALI (1904–1989)

Aesthetic style:
● Depicted a dream world in which common objects are juxtaposed, deformed, or otherwise
metamorphosed in a bizarre and irrational fashion
● He portrayed these common objects in meticulous, realistic detail and usually placed them
within bleak sunlit landscapes that were reminiscent of his Catalonian homeland
● Common motifs include melting clocks, sand and the passage of time, ants, the image of his
wife Gala, eroticism, and biblical references
● Greatly influenced by the writings of known psychologist Sigmund Freud
● Dalí subscribed to Surrealist André Breton's theory of automatism, however he later developed
his own style - in an attempt to access the subconscious, Dalí would induce himself into
hallucinatory states by a process he described as “paranoiac critical” which was later used by
many influential artists
Accolades:

● Dali is arguably the most famous Surrealist artist, with his artwork The Persistence of Memory
being one of the most recognizable artworks ever made
● His other notable works include The Enigma of William Tell, the Great Masturbator, Soft
Construction with Boiled Beans (Premonition of Civil War), and Crucifixion (Corpus
Hypercubus) which are all featured in highly notable museums around the world including The
Philadelphia Museum of Art, The Tate Modern in London, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and
Museum of Modern Art in New York City
● Has his own museum dedicated to his work in St Petersburg, FL which was developed from the
personal collection of Dalí‘s patrons, A. Reynolds and Eleanor R. Morse
Biography:
● Born in Figueres, Spain, Dalí was an artistically precocious child and eventually attended the
Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Madrid – getting expelled twice. He believed he was more
qualified than those who administered his examinations. He devoured the philosophical
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writings of Freud and he was deeply interested in cubism, futurism, and metaphysical art in
magazines as a young artist.
● He had his first one-person shows in Barcelona in 1925 and in Madrid in 1926. His work
eventually fused the pictorial concepts of the surrealists, Juan Gris, Giorgio de Chirico, and
Carlo Carra with the refined methods of the Old Masters.

Collections at Park West

● Park West currently holds artworks from Salvador Dali’s Nine Muses, Divine Comedy, and
Biblia Sacra series.
● These artworks can be seen on display at the Park West Gallery locations in Honolulu, Las
Vegas, or Southfield, MI, or on cruise ships all over the world

The Divine Comedy

● In 1951, Salvador Dalí embarked on a 14-year project to create original engravings illustrating
Dante’s epic poem “The Divine Comedy.” Dalí’s attention to detail was meticulous—
● He created over 100 watercolor studies, worked tirelessly with the publisher, and even
personally approved the more than 3,000 woodblocks used for the engravings. The final result
was a series of 100 breathtaking engravings bringing the classic poem to life.

Basic Facts:
● A work of Epic Poetry written by Dante Alighieri (1265-1321)
● An all-time classic work of literature
● Considered Dante’s magnum opus
● Dante passed away soon after finishing
● Written from 1308-1320
● 3 Cantos (sections): Inferno, Purgatory, Paradise

The Story:
● The main character is a man named Dante. He is always portrayed wearing a crown of leaves
and the color red, representing his passion and his quest. Red was the color of royalty in the
1300s because the clothing dye was rare, and it represented a King’s triumph over death.
● The love of Dante’s life was Beatrice, who has passed away. The story opens when Dante goes
for a walk shortly before dawn on Good Friday, and he gets lost in ‘a dark wood, after losing
his way along the path.’ He meets a shade (ghost) named Virgil, a former Roman poet, who
offers to take Dante on a quest. He takes Dante into the depths of the Inferno (Hell), climbs
through Purgatory, and ultimately leads Dante into Paradise (Heaven). At the end of the
poem, Dante glimpses the face of God, and ultimately learns about the meaning of life.

The Collection:
● This is a remarkable opportunity for collectors to acquire a fully authenticated and beautifully
executed work from one of the most famous master artists of the 20th century.
● Park West has been dealing in Dalí artwork since 1974 and has one of the most thoroughly
documented and authenticated collections of Dalí art in the world.
● These works have been authenticated by two noted Dalí experts—Daniel David, the director of
Les Heures Claires, the original publisher of the engravings, and author Eduard Fornés, who
has authored, edited, and published 20 books on Dalí.
● These wood engravings are exactly the same as the examples which were on display at
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Louisiana’s Hilliard University Museum. The “Salvador Dalí’s Stairway to Heaven,” exhibit
toured various museums in the U.S.A from 2018 until 2021. This was sponsored by the Park
West Foundation.
● With every purchase of a “Divine Comedy” engraving, collectors will also receive a free copy of
the book “Dalí—Illustrator.” Written by Eduard Fornés with a foreword by Daniel David, it is the
comprehensive history of Dalí’s illustrative works
● “Dalí—Illustrator” tells the full story of the creation of Dalí’s “Divine Comedy” and his other
publishing projects. It includes a complete catalog raisonné of Dalí’s illustrative works,
reproductions of Dalí’s artwork, and Fornés’ accounts of his own personal interactions with
Dalí.

Biblia Sacra
● In 1963, Salvador Dalí turned his attention and energies to the endlessly rich subject matter
offered by the Holy Bible (especially the Old Testament). The catalyst that permitted the
artistic genius Dalí and The Book to create one hundred and five stunning and compelling
images was Giuseppe Albaretto.
● Dali created a series of lithographs which are now in the Park West collection, authenticated
by Bernard Ewell, an internationally recognized Dalí authority
● Read more about the Biblia Sacra here

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ADDITIONAL ARTISTS & MASTERS

Continued Studies

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EMILE BELLET (1941 - ) pronounced “BELL-eh”

Aesthetic style:
● Bellet paints using a palette knife, often portraying mysterious women without
defined facial features, which represent universal femininity and beauty.
● As a self-taught artist, Bellet uses colors of the Fauves and elongated forms to give
his work a timeless appeal.
● By painting outdoors en plein air, Bellet believes he is bringing a small piece of
Vincent van Gogh to our modern times.

Accolades:
● Completed the stained glass windows of the church “Notre Dame de Bon Voyage”
(Our Lady of Happy Travels) in 1978, in Port de Bouc, France.
● Commissioned by the Alpine Maritime Region to paint the work, “Travaux des
Champs” (Work in the Fields).
● Numerous exhibits in France as well as in Switzerland and Japan. He enjoys
permanent exhibits throughout France, including in Cannes and Lyon.

Biography:
● Born in France, Bellet began painting at age 5, won his first art prize at 12, and held
his first exhibition at 19. He calls painting his “second breath.” He began by using a
brush, but abandoned it to use a palette knife to create his paintings of women that
exude an atmosphere of mystery.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Emile Bellet biography here.

Watch this classic video featuring Bellet: Storytelling: Emile Bellet

Main Points:
Uses the color palette of the Fauves – Paints elegant women with a palette knife

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ANDREW BONE (1957 - )

Aesthetic style:
• Bone is a self-taught artist who paints in an extremely detailed, photorealistic style. He captures
the anatomy, textures, and spirits of the animals he paints.
• Due to the amount of detail he includes, each work can take three to four weeks to complete.
• Bone prefers to paint African wildlife, with the only exception being tigers. He has
photographed and personally encountered many of the subjects of his works, leading to close
calls from powerful lions and charging elephants.

Accolades:
• Bone uses his art as a fundraising tool. His Forever Wild Foundation uses 100 percent of its
proceeds to protect wildlife. His efforts have helped bolster wild dog, lion, and cheetah
populations in Africa.

Biography:
• Born in Zimbabwe, Bone served in the Rhodesian War. After leaving the service, Bone became
a guide, often photographing and painting the wildlife he saw on expeditions. He found
success in selling his artwork, and decided to dedicate his life to painting and conserving
African wildlife.
• His philosophy: “Don’t paint it unless you’ve studied it, been chased by it, or done something to
save it.”

Read Park West Gallery’s full Andrew Bone’s biography here.

Watch this classic video featuring Bone: Self Portrait: Andrew Bone

Main Points:
Wildlife conservationist – Photorealism – Self-taught artist

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ALEXANDER CHEN (1952 - )

Aesthetic style:
• Known for his Hyper-Realist style, Chen documents people, places, and even
advertisements in his cityscapes to create snapshots of humanity for future generations
to observe.
• His paintings are so detailed that he has only completed about 400 paintings in 20 years—a
minuscule number in comparison to many of his contemporaries.
• Chen seeks to share with the viewer a side of life that is playful, unique and inviting, no
matter the location.

Accolades:
• Chen was an official artist for the U.S. Olympic Team, creating original works for both the Beijing
2008 Summer Olympics and the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics.
• His paintings have been collected by provincial and national art museums and were selected
for display by the National Art Exhibitions of China.
• His commissions include works for UNICEF, Toshiba, and Northwest Airlines.

Biography:
• Born in China, Chen began drawing as early as age 4. Inspired by reading Around the World in
80 Days, Chen aspired to document his surroundings. He studied
at various art schools in China and began traveling around the world, eventually immigrating
to San Francisco.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Alexander Chen biography here.

Watch this classic Park West’s video featuring Chen: Self Portrait: Alexander Chen

Main Points:
Hyperrealist – Official Olympic artist

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FANCH LEDAN (1949 - )

Aesthetic style:
• Fanch is known for his delightful depictions of his native Brittany and locales from around the
world, executed in a colorful “primitive” or “naïve” style.
• Inspired by his travels, Fanch creates views of famous sites like the Taj Mahal or the Egyptian
Pyramids from elegant, private balconies.
• Fanch often pays homage to his favorite artists by inserting their works into his
“Interiorscapes.” He has previously featured Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Itzchak Tarkay, Peter
Max, and Linda Le Kinff.
• Fanch likes to include items like coffee cups, eyeglasses, and opened books to hint at a human
presence in his works.

Accolades:
• Since 1973, Fanch has held more than 51 exhibitions, including shows at Champs- Elysees in
Paris and the Pantechnicon Gallery in San Francisco.
• Fanch has completed paintings and projects for organizations and companies like
U.S. Air, Air France, Nissan, Mitsubishi, and Tokyo Dome.

Biography:
• Originally from France, Fanch obtained his MBA from Sacramento State University and afterward
started to display his original acrylic paintings in galleries in California and New York.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Fanch Ledan biography here.

Watch this classic Park West’s video featuring Fanch: Self Portrait: Fanch Ledan

Main Points:
Interiorscapes – Pays tribute to art world masters and contemporaries

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AUTUMN DE FOREST (2001- )

Aesthetic style:
• Works in a variety of mediums with a style that ranges from expressive and playful Pop Art to
abstract and poignant.
• A self-taught artist, de Forest innovated many of her own techniques, such as “pull painting” and
“wind painting,” giving her art its unique feel.
• Enjoys putting her spin on famous paintings by artists like Andy Warhol and Grant Wood.

Accolades:
• Won an award from the Vatican in 2015 for her humanitarian efforts and
contributions to art, and presented her artwork to Pope Francis.
• In December 2017, de Forest was named one of Teen Vogue’s “21 Under 21” and had her art
included in the magazine.
• She contributes her time and art to numerous charities, including American Red Cro ss,
Habitat for Humanity, and Turnaround Arts.

Biography:
• De Forest began painting at the young age of 5. Dubbed a child prodigy, de Forest sold more
than $100,000 in paintings in 16 minutes at age 8 during an auction. Her career has blossomed
ever since, including solo museum exhibitions.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Autumn de Forest biography here.

Watch the latest video featuring de Forest: Autumn de Forest: Portrait of a Young Artist

Main Points:
A child prodigy who began painting at age 5 – Received an award from the Vatican

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MAYA GREEN (1957 - )

Aesthetic style:
• Green finds inspiration from the scenic city of Tiberias, Israel, utilizing oil paint to portray serene
landscapes and bouquets of vibrant flowers to evoke happiness and kindness.
• By using a palette knife to apply oil paints in bold colors, Green achieves her signature
impasto technique.
• Green draws upon memories from her travels, including the time she spent living in New York.
She became fascinated by New York’s music scene and developed her own visual language to
portray the energy of a live performance.

Accolades:
• Green won three different awards in 2009 for her art, including the Bronze Cup Award from
the Nogena Global Art Platform.
• Many works by Green are in private collections in Russia, Israel, Scotland, the United
States, and Japan.
• Her exhibitions include Artexpo New York in 2013 and the India Art Far in 2015.

Biography:
• Green was born in Ukraine and received a degree in art studies in 1978 from the Donetsk Art
College. She immigrated to Israel in 1996, where the picturesque landscapes became the
subjects of her works.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Maya Green biography here.

Main Points:
Inspired by Israeli scenery – Paints using palette knives – Captures moments in time

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GUY HARVEY (1955 - )

Aesthetic style:
• Regarded as the world's premier marine wildlife artist, Dr. Guy Harvey captivates audiences with
his unique artistic style and the exhilaration of his grand underwater encounters.
• A self-taught artist, Harvey’s experience interacting directly with his underwater subjects is
expressed through his art in brilliant colors, thrilling movement, and incomparable accuracy.

Accolades:
• To promote the conservation of ocean wildlife and the environment, Harvey formed the Guy
Harvey Research Institute in 1999 and the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation in 2008.
• Harvey earned a degree in marine biology at Aberdeen University in Scotland in 1977.
• “Guy Harvey” is now an internationally recognized brand that appears on merchandise, vacation
resorts, and Harvey’s own clothing line, which is worn by people all over the world.
• Harvey painted the hull of the Norwegian Cruise Line ship, the Norwegian Escape.

Biography:
• Born in Germany, Harvey grew up in Jamaica, where his surroundings and his family’s passion for
angling inspired a fascination with ocean life. Harvey became a marine scientist, but after holding
a successful art exhibition in 1985 featuring his own original artwork inspired by Hemingway’s The
Old Man and the Sea, Harvey turned his artistic hobby into his profession.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Guy Harvey biography here.

Watch the latest Park West’s video featuring Harvey:

Artist Guy Harvey Captures Life Under the Sea

Main Points:
Scientist, angler, artist, and conservationist – Realistic depictions of marine wildlife –
Uses his own field studies and photographs as inspiration

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LINDA LEKINFF (1949 - )

Aesthetic style:
• Le Kinff’s works are elegant in their simplicity and invite the viewer into a world that is free
of all modern-day stress.
• Her figures are at peace, absorbed in a world that is full of life’s fruitfulness. Her women are
bright, yet solemn; languid, yet composed, and touched with classic elegance.
• Her work can’t be placed in any kind of category—it is beyond style or trend. It is perpetually
contemporary.

Accolades:
• In 1998, Le Kinff was selected as the Official World Cup Artist and exhibited in the cities where
the matches took place.
• Due to Le Kinff’s World Cup artwork, a work of her art was minted into a commemorative coin by
the French Government, an honor never before offered to a living French artist.
• In 2010, Le Kinff was chosen as the official artist for the Kentucky Derby.

Biography:
• Le Kinff was born in Paris and, by the age of 20, began her career as a painter. She traveled the
world to learn various techniques, from painting and engraving to tempera and gold leaf. She has
blended all these techniques to create a style that is adored the world over.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Linda Le Kinff biography here.

Watch this classic Park West’s video featuring Le Kinff: The Poetic World of Linda Le Kinff

Main Points:
Unique style formed by master multiple techniques – Official World Cup and Kentucky
Derby Artist

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ANATOLE KRASNYANSKY (1930 - )
Pronounced “kraz-NEE-ann-ski”

Aesthetic style:
• Krasnyansky’s art centers on dualities: old and new world, history and imagination,
structured forms and surreal performers, subdued tonalities, and bright, primary colors.
• Krasnyansky paints in two distinct styles—traditional cityscapes and a more abstract,
surreal style focused on musical themes.
• He elevated the watercolor medium with his use of highly textured rice paper to create highly
expressive effects.
• Krasnyansky worked as a scenic artist for ABC and CBS television studios as well as a set
designer for Universal Studios. During this period, he designed a set for the rock band KISS.
The band’s performance had a profound effect on Krasnyansky—he credits the experience with
inspiring his surreal style.

Accolades:
• Krasnyansky has held solo exhibitions throughout the United States and in Japan, in such cities
as New York, Boston, Beverly Hills, and Tokyo.

• The Museum of Tolerance in Los Angeles held a retrospective on Krasnyansky’s career in 2016.

Biography:
• Born in Kiev, Ukraine, Krasnyansky became an architect and artist while enduring hardships and
anti-Semitism. He immigrated to the United States in 1975, where he found work as a set
designer and scenic artist. In 1976, Krasnyansky fully devoted his career to his art.
Read Park West Gallery’s full Anatole Krasnyansky biography here.

Watch this classic Park West’s video featuring Krasnyansky:

The Life and Work of Anatole Krasnyansky

Main Points:
A master of two distinct styles – Created sets and scenes for major television and movies
– Pioneered watercolor techniques

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PAT McMANUS (1958 - )

Aesthetic style:
• Pat McManus captures moments in time featuring wildlife based on his studies and photographs.
• To finish one work of art, McManus compiles hundreds of photographs, scouts numerous
locations, and combines them with his imagination for the optimal composition.

Accolades:
• McManus won the Grand Prize in the 2009 Paint the Parks Competition hosted by Paint America.
• He consistently placed as a top-five finalist in the MI Great Artist competition held by Park West
Gallery and Oakland County.

Biography:
• Born in Michigan, McManus has been painting wildlife and landscapes since the mid-1980s.
He studied graphic art and worked as a photo retoucher before becoming a professional fine
artist.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Pat McManus biography here.

Main Points:
Wildlife artist – Portrays animals and landscapes based on firsthand observation

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PETER NIXON

Aesthetic style:
• Nixon’s imagery deals with the concepts of movement, instantaneous expression and gesture,
romance, music, dance, and poetry. He is deeply steeped in art history and is a master draftsman
and etcher.
• His approach is innovative in his use of classic artistic methods in contemporary contexts.
• His unique “Sketch Style” combines a form of Cubism with working alterations left visible in
the picture, and is influenced by artists such as Titian and Sandro Botticelli.
• Nixon compares his drawing technique to the swing of a golfer, a technique that comes from
repeated practice.

Accolades:
• Nixon completed his artistic education at Bath Academy of Art.
• Today, Nixon is widely exhibited in cities all over the world.

Biography:
• As a child in Lancashire, England, Nixon was always attracted to art. He began drawing when
he was 5 years old and went to a museum for the first time when he was 9 (The Royal
Academy of Art in London) where he experienced Da Vinci’s
“Virgin and St. Anne” and “Virgin and Child.” These drawings had a profound effect on Nixon’s
artistic development.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Peter Nixon biography here.

Watch this classic Park West’s video featuring Nixon: Self Portrait: Peter Nixon

Main Points:
Master draftsman and etcher – Greatly influenced by the Renaissance masters

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DOMINIC PANGBORN (1952- )

Aesthetic style:
● His style is best described by critics as “evolutionary,” as it is constantly changing. As a result, change
has become a consistent theme in Pangborn’s works.
● Never content to settle into a single style, technique, or medium, Pangborn continuously searches for
the right form of artistic expression, from paint and clay to fabric and pixel.
● As an “evolutionist,” he believes art should reflect a current mood, expression, and point in time.
Pangborn’s works constantly change in style, medium, and subject matter based on that particular
period of his life. His style ranges from photorealism to abstract expressionism.
● At 4 years old, Pangborn saw his first Korean bride, and the experience would go on to affect his art.
Women have become a major theme in his work.
● The color red is seen in the majority of his works as well. After a collector observed that red must be
his favorite color, Pangborn decided to consciously focus on red, making it one of his most
predominant themes.

Accolades:

● His work and accomplishments have been celebrated at the White House and the 2018 Winter
Olympics. Pangborn’s art is collected around the world.

Biography:
• Pangborn was born in Goesan, South Korea in 1952—a product of the Korean War. His father
was an unknown American G.I. and his mother a poor Korean villager. She was left to raise
him—and his two full-Korean siblings—on her own in a time when Korea was devastated
economically, physically, and emotionally.
• He bought his first set of paint and boards at the age of 12. Quickly grasping the medium, he
sold his first painting for $145 to a colleague of his father. It was then that his art career was
born.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Pangborn biography here.

Watch this classic Park West’s video featuring Pangborn: Artist in
Motion: Dominic Pangborn Never Stops
Main Points:
Evolutionist - AIMs - Hermes

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WENDY & KEVIN SCHAEFER-MILES

Aesthetic style:
• This talented husband-and-wife team—commonly referred to as "Schaefer-Miles" or "Schaefer
& Miles"—creates lush landscapes inspired by their love of nature and their travels throughout
the U.S.
• Both artists collaborate on every single painting they create.
• The path that appears in many of their works is a metaphor for the journey we all take down the
road of life, while their recurring images of warm light represent the artists’ positive faith.

Accolades:
• Their works have been widely published and are viewed and appreciated by over 7 million
people a year. With distribution in over 40 countries around the world, their popularity
continues to grow.
• They’ve exhibited their work at the ArtExpo in New York, Chicago, and Las Vegas.
• The Wisconsin Foundation for the Arts selected Schaefer/Miles as their commissioned artists in
2003, hanging one of their oil paintings in the Wisconsin governor's mansion.
• Do live painting at multiple annual art shows in Colorado, including the Evergreen Art Festival,
Dillon Fall Fest,

Biography:
• Meeting in Florida, they were married in 1987 and started painting together only one year
later. The couple moved to Wisconsin, set up their dream studio in a series of converted
farmhouses.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Schaefer & Miles biography here.

Watch this classic Park West’s video featuring Schaefer & Miles: Self
Portrait: Wendy and Kevin Schaefer-Miles

Main Points:
Landscape artists – Husband & wife team

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VIKTOR SPAHN (1961 - )

Aesthetic style:
• Referred to as a “Painter of Movement,” Victor Spahn is inspired by sports, dancers, and energetic
activities.
• He paints championship sailboat races, rugby matches, prima ballerinas, and tennis stars—each
with the same attention to the athletes’ graceful and swift motions.

Accolades:
• Spahn was the guest of honor at the 42nd International Exhibition of Painting and Sculpture “Art
Movement” in Sainte-Maure de Touraine in 2011.
• In 2015, he was mentioned alongside artists such as Marc Chagall, Victor Vasarely, and Jackson
Pollock in the publication “Gordes: Le temps des artistes.”

Biography:
• Spahn was born in Paris as a second-generation Russian. He worked as a fabricator for mosaics,
which influenced his painting and printmaking techniques when he pursued art as his full-time
career.
Read Park West Gallery’s full Victor Spahn biography here. Watch

this classic Park West’s video featuring Spahn: Inside the Artist's

Studio: Victor Spahn

Main Points:
“Painter of Movement” – Inspired by the dynamic action of sports and da

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ZAMY STEYNOVITZ (1951-2000)

Aesthetic style:
• Steynovitz painted in an Impressionist style, using warm tones and colors to portray an
overarching theme of man’s connection to his heritage and surroundings.
• Steynovitz’s subject matter is strongly influenced by religious folklore and stories within the
Jewish tradition, but he has also found inspiration in Jewish life, women, cafés, circuses, and
angels.

Accolades:
• Steynovitz was recognized by the Norwegian Nobel Institute in Norway and was acquainted
with many Nobel Prize winners for his commitment to world peace.
• His works were presented to the likes of President Jimmy Carter, Pope John Paul II, and the Dalai
Lama.

Biography:
• Steynovitz was born in Legnica, Poland. As a child, he won a national art prize just before he
moved to Israel in 1957. Steynovitz studied at the Art School, Tel Aviv. He died in September
2000.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Steynovitz biography here.

Main Points:
Impressionist style – Focused on religious folklore and Jewish lifestyle

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MARC CHAGALL (1887 - 1985)

Aesthetic style:
• Chagall’s art defies classification. He was a Fauvist, a Surrealist, a Cubist, and a Symbolist,
taking elements from these various movements to form his own unique style.
• He used Jewish and familial imagery repetitively throughout his works—flowers, the violin,
goats, floating lovers, and the menorah.
• Renowned for his innovation in a variety of mediums, including painting, theatre design,
tapestry, stained glass, etching, and most notably, color lithography, Chagall has had a huge
impact on contemporary visual culture.

Accolades:
• Chagall is credited with creating some of the most masterful works of color lithography from any
artist, but he didn’t experiment with the medium until 1950 at the age of 63.
• In 1963, Chagall was commissioned to paint the new ceiling for the Paris Opera, a majestic
19th-century building and national monument.
• Chagall is one of the few artists to have exhibited their work in the Louvre while still alive.

Biography:
• Born in a Hasidic community outside of Vitebsk, Russia, Chagall studied painting before leaving
Russia for Paris in 1910. A solo exhibition in 1914 solidified his reputation as an up-and-coming
artist. He fled Nazi-occupied France in 1941 to the U.S., and returned to France in 1948, where
he remained until his death in 1985.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Marc Chagall biography here.

Main Points:
One of the greatest lithographers in history –
Works in over 80 permanent museum collections worldwide

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CHAGALL'S BIBLE SERIES

Benefit:
• Chagall’s Bible Series of etchings represents one of the very few major Bible illustrations
of the 20th century, creating an exceptional collecting opportunity.

Overview:
• In 1931, art dealer Ambroise Vollard commissioned Chagall to create illustrative etchings of the
Bible’s Old Testament. The series consists of 105 plates—the largest number Chagall had done
on a single subject. 25 years after he began the project, the etchings were published by Teriade,
Vollard’s successor.

• Chagall used specific colors to convey the emotions he chose for each illustration in his Bible
series—yellow symbolized feeling close to God, blue represented contentment, red for evil, and
green for envy.

• The Bible Series comprises two volumes:

• The first volume includes 105 black and white etchings.

• The second includes the same 105 etchings heightened with watercolor.

• The Bible Series is in the permanent collection of The Haggerty Museum at Marquette University
in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and The Musée National Marc Chagall in Nice, France.

You can learn more about Chagall’s Bible Series here.

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FRANCISCO GOYA (-1828)
Pronounced “GOY-ya”

Aesthetic style:
• Often considered to be among the last of the Old Masters, Goya created numerous paintings,
etchings, drawings, and lithographs.
• He uncompromisingly captured the horrors of war and the darker side of human nature.
• He created a series of etchings portraying the crueler side of human nature—
particularly criticizing Spanish society in the 18th century.

Accolades:
• His works are featured in numerous exhibitions, retrospectives, and permanent museum
collections, including the Museo del Prado in Madrid.
• Goya’s etchings set the stage for the Modernist art movement, with his “Disasters of War”
influencing Pablo Picasso and his “Los Caprichos” inspiring such Surrealists as Salvador Dalí.
• Goya was the official court painter for the Spanish Crown starting in 1786.

Biography:
• Born in Spain, Goya began his artistic reign in the 18th century as a court painter for Spanish
royalty. In 1792 he contracted an illness that resulted in the loss of his hearing, subsequently his
art began taking on darker tones and themes. He created unflinching scenes portraying
humanity’s ruthless sides and some of history’s most poignant anti- war statements.

Read Park West Gallery’s full Francisco Goya biography here.

Main Points:
Considered the last of the Old Masters and first of the modern masters – Works
featured in permanent museum collections, including the Museo del Prado in Madrid

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GOYA’S MAJOR ETCHING SERIES

Benefit:
• Many historians consider Goya to be one of the greatest etchers of all time. His etchings are
some of his most influential works of art he ever produced, making them highly desirable to
collectors.

“Los Caprichos” (The Caprices) Overview:

• This series of eighty prints was completed and published in 1799.

• The collection featured satirical works representing Spanish nobility.

“Los Desastres de la Guerra” (The Disasters of War) Overview:

• From 1810-1820, Goya created this 80-piece series of etchings, capturing in often horrifying
detail the atrocities of the French/Spanish conflicts of the early 17th century

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 RECOMMENDED READING LIST
Recommended Reading List
For when you need a break or once you know the artist information inside and out!
ART HISTORY:
● How Art Made the World: A Journey to the Origins of Human Creativity by Nigel
Spivey (There is also an accompanying DVD set)
● Art History For Dummies by Jesse Bryant Wilder
● The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to Post-Modern
by Carol Strickland and John Boswell
● The Oxford Dictionary of Art by Ian Chilvers
● What Are You Looking At?: The Surprising, Shocking, and Sometimes Strange Story of
150 Years of Modern Art by Will Gompertz
● When Art Really Works by Andy Pankhurst

SALES:
● How to Master the Art of Selling by Tom Hopkins
● Little Red Book of Selling: 12.5 Principles of Sales Greatness by Jeffrey Gitomer
● How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie
● The Psychology of Selling: Increase Your Sales Faster and Easier Than You Ever
Thought Possible by Brian Tracy
● Secrets of Closing the Sale by Zig Ziglar
● The One Minute Salesperson by Larry Wilson and Spencer Johnson M.D.
● Pitch Anything: An Innovative Method for Presenting, Persuading, and Winning the Deal
by Oren Klaff
● To Sell Is Human: The Surprising Truth About Moving Others by Daniel H. Pink

NEGOTIATION:
● Secrets of Power Negotiating for Salespeople by Roger Dawson
● Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It by Chris Voss
and Tahl Raz

PSYCHOLOGY:
● The Science of Influence: How to Get Anyone to Say "Yes" in 8 Minutes or Less!
by Kevin Hogan
● Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert B. Cialdini
● Pre-Suasion: A Revolutionary Way to Influence and Persuade by Robert Cialdini

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LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT:

● The New One Minute Manager by Ken Blanchard and Spencer Johnson M.D.
● Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win by Jocko Willink
● Lincoln on Leadership: Executive Strategies for Tough Times by Donald T. Phillips
● Coach Wooden: The 7 Principles That Shaped His Life and Will Change Yours by Pat Williams
● The Servant: A Simple Story About the True Essence of Leadership by James C. Hunter
● Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't by Jim Collins

PERSONAL GROWTH:
● The Magic of Thinking Big by David J. Schwartz
● The 5 Second Rule: Transform Your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage
by Mel Robbins

PUBLIC SPEAKING:
● Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges by Amy Cuddy

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