There Has Always Been Art and Music

“Once, while listening to my mother play the violin, I dreamt of becoming a Musician, like her. Since I was young there has always been art and music in my home and in my life because my wife is also a painter and my daughter a cellist. Even today when I am painting I always listen to music and the rhythm and melody come through in the finished work.”  — Charles Lee

Korean born Charles Lee is a diverse multi-talented artist with a capability of creating many different types of art, from pencil drawn portraitures to tranquil painted landscapes and arresting abstracts.

Charles Lee incorporates a range of style, and should be well received by art collectors as it is very contemporary and pleasing to the eye. He works in two distinct styles, one which incorporates a naïve approach and the other which is more representational and romantic in tone.

His most recent compositions are paintings with a raised richly-textured finish, that utilize mixed media. They are a compelling combination of traditional and neoclassic …Read more

View selections from the Charles Lee collection available at Park West Gallery

A Very Grateful Thank You to Park West Gallery

“I would like to express a very grateful thank you to the Park West personnel on the cruise that we just concluded. They were very helpful, very courteous and just wonderful people to deal with. They spent time answering questions and being very patient. Thank you very much. I will attend future art auctions when Park West is involved.”

Joseph D.
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

“I attended all the Park West events aboard Liberty of the Seas in November 2008. I wasn’t expecting the whole ‘art’ thing aboard. Truth is, I checked it out for the free champagne and free artwork, but I was AMAZED at how FUN and INFORMATIVE you made it. That’s what kept me going back for each event. I was never much for ‘modern’ art but I have a deeper appreciation since being a part of the events onboard. The art events really picked me up and MADE MY CRUISE a fun experience in a way I truly wasn’t expecting. The coolest part is, coming home after vacation is usually a bit of a downer. But I still have something to look forward to in that the art I purchased is still coming and, since part of it is ‘Caribbean-y’, it will make a really cool souvenir.”

Jackie N.
Pembrook, Ontario

“I just wanted to thank you for inviting my wife and I to the fabulous VIP cruise. Megan is very competent and knowledgeable and she has a great personality and sense of humor. Ryan is an amazing auctioneer. Tim, Ann Marie and Tom did everything in such a friendly and professional manner. You should be very proud of this crew; we had a great time and we bought even though we hadn’t planned on it because of how good they are at their job. As usual we were made to feel that we are VIPs and meeting the artists is an incredible experience. Thanks again for everything. Park West Gallery has greatly enhanced the quality of our life the last couple of years. Best regards to everyone including Albert who I view as the Vollard of our time.”

Edmond H.
New York, New York

“Thank you for your invitation and opportunity to be part of the VIP cruise on the Carnival Pride. Starting with the Beverly Hilton overnight stay get-together, we knew we were in for a fabulous week. We had a wonderful time and met some great fellow art collectors. Your staff, directed by Rob, and his crew of never-ending energetic associates kept us well-informed and gently guided us through our purchases. We added three pieces – Picasso, Miro and Mouly, to our modest Masters collection. We especially enjoyed the visit to Puerto Vallarta. That was truly a special day. It was a beautiful setting with good food, great weather and ‘art-to-die for’ by Dominic Pangborn. What a treat to meet him in person. We also enjoyed spending time with Marko and Noah while on board.”

Rosa B. and Richard H.
Lake Elsinore, California

Merry Christmas from Park West Gallery

From the Park West Gallery family to yours,
Merry Christmas

A Christmas Welcome by Thomas Kinkade

 

Thank You Park West Foundation

The Park West Foundation was established by Albert and Mitsie Scaglione who maintain a passionate ambition to improve the lives of others through personal giving. Each month, Park West Gallery and the Park West Foundation support many causes, non-profit organizations and foundations.

Following are just a handful of testimonials from the numerous establishments who recently received contributions from the Park West Foundation:

“Your generosity will enable us to carry on Muhammad’s legacy and ideals, promoting respect, hope, and understanding and inspiring adults and children to be as great as they can be.” – Muhammad Ali Center

 

“We thank you for your most generous contribution. Your gift was a critical part of making the Student Event a wonderful success.” – ArtServe Michigan

“On behalf of kids fighting cancer and their families, thank you so much!”
– St. Baldrick’s Foundation

 

“We are thrilled that Park West Gallery was able to contribute an auction item to make our 5th annual gala so successful!
– Presbyterian Villages of Michigan

“We are grateful you joined us in the battle against blindness. Together, there is a cure in sight.”
– Foundation Fighting Blindness

 

Happy Hanukkah from Park West Gallery

From the Park West Gallery family to yours,
Happy Hanukkah

Festival by Zamy Steynovitz

Puzzled by Art? Test Your Logic!

Test Your Logic! This weekend, Mary will visit Park West Gallery to take full advantage of the great prices offered by the Winter Sale.

Mary plans to purchase holiday gifts of artwork for five of her friends (Hannah Kah, Kris Maas, Rudolph Rednose, Sandy Clause and Tim Tinsel). Each friend has their personal favorite when it comes to artists but all of them agree on their top five choices (Itzchak Tarkay, Peter Max, Salvador Dali, Scott Jacobs and Thomas Kinkade) and each work of art will be framed in a different color of Mary’s choosing (black, brown, gold, mahogany and white).

Every day next week, each of Mary’s lucky friends will receive a delivery from Park West Gallery. No two friends will receive artwork by the same artist framed in the same color and no friend will receive artwork by the same artist or in the same frame color more than once next week.

From the information provided, can you complete the chart that has been started below? Wouldn’t you like to be friends with Mary?!

 

Harley Artist Scott Jacobs Makes a Special Delivery

Park West Gallery artist Scott Jacobs participates in covert mission to surprise actor Robert Patrick on set of CBS hit show, The Unit

Image courtesy of Scott Jacobs Studio

In late August 2008 a Harley Davidson dealer from San Diego, California was participating in the 105th Harley-Davidson anniversary in Milwaukee and sold the Scott Jacobs painting “As American As…” to actor Robert Patrick (Col. Tom Ryan of The Unit). Jacobs wasn’t able to attend the event in Milwaukee but when he heard about his latest sale, he decided it was one that required a little special attention.

Since actor Robert Patrick heads up the Special Forces unit on CBS’s The Unit, Jacobs (Harley-Davidson’s first officially licensed artist) planned a covert mission to surprise the actor with the special delivery.

Two weeks before Patrick’s 50th birthday (November 5) – and coincidentally, a couple of days before Jacobs’ 50th – Jacobs and the Harley-Davidson dealer drove to the Santa Clarita, California studio where The Unit is filmed to deliver the framed original. After watching the filming of an episode, Scott Jacobs explained that his father is a fan of The Unit so Patrick (Col. Tom Ryan) called Jacobs’ father in character and also signed a script and hat for him.

About the Artist
Scott Jacobs’ early artwork included pen and ink drawings for his high school newspaper. At nineteen, Jacobs bought a failing art gallery with money he earned from odd jobs. Two years later, at the age of twenty-one, Jacobs opened Reflections on Canvas Gallery in Westfield, New Jersey. At the urging of a friend, Scott merged his love of motorcycles with his artistic talent. Jacobs became the first officially licensed Harley-Davidson artist and continues to paint images that continue to amaze motorcycle enthusiasts world-wide.

View selections from the Scott Jacobs collection available at Park West Gallery

2008 Reader’s Choice Awards – Best Art Auction Program

Porthole Cruise Magazine recently announced its 10th annual Reader’s Choice awards for 2008. Congratulations to Park West partner, Disney Cruise Line, for winning Best Art Auction Program!

Park West is honored to be the exclusive agent of Disney’s onboard art auctions at sea and we are proud to bring the entertaining and educational experience of artwork collecting to all Disney cruise passengers.

View selections from the Park West Gallery Disney collection

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