A Passion to Create

Park West Gallery artist Barbara Wood was featured in the Winter 2009 issue of Atlanta Style & Design magazine!

A Passion to Create: Impressionist artist Barbara Wood finds inspiration in life

BY H.M. CAULEY

Her use of large canvasses, bold colors, serene settings and pleasant faces draws the visitor into the artist’s passionate love affair with paint.

It’s hard not to notice the presence of women in the artist’s paintings. Whether doing something as simple as brushing a child’s hair, playing checkers or watching a ballet, women play a dominant role in Barbara’s work, much the way they did in her life.

“It was always my passion to create. I know a lot of my work comes from the two big catalysts in my life – my mother and my grandmother. But I don’t stop to intellectualize when I get an inspiration. I’d rather capture a fleeting glance or memory.”

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Park West Gallery Artist Simon Bull Unveils Painting of Muhammad Ali and Obama at Inaugural Soiree

Article and Photo courtesy of The Associated Press

January 19, 2009/ WASHINGTON — “The Greatest” saluted the nation’s first black president at an inaugural soiree Monday night. Boxing legend Muhammad Ali, celebrating his 67th birthday, was the guest of honor at a party for 1,400that included other celebrities, lawmakers and native Kentuckians.”He wouldnt have missed this for the world,” Lonnie Ali said after Monday night’s Bluegrass Ball, a celebration of her husband’s 67th birthday.

Muhammad Ali carried the dreams of a generation during his prime as an athlete, and later as a humanitarian.

“What’s interesting is that Muhammad had time to grow into his role as being a world humanitarian,” Lonnie Ali said. Obama on the other hand “will inherit the world on his shoulders, not just the U.S. And it is a much heavier burden than I think Muhammad had to face. But I think (Obama’s) his shoulders are broad,” she added. “He and Muhammad are really made of the same fabric.”

Native Kentuckian and actress Ashley Judd and artist Simon Bull unveiled a birthday gift to Ali – a pair of portraits of the boxer and Obama. The two appear in the painting depicting a close-up of Obama’s face looking off into the distance. Within the boundaries of the new president’s visage is a depiction of Ali as a boxer gazing over a fallen opponent – signifying a debt that Obama owes Ali and his fighting spirit, according to a release by the Muhammad Ali Center, which commissioned the portraits.

“Youve got Barack Obama, who’s the leader of the greatest nation on earth, and Muhammad Ali, who’s the greatest of all time,” mused Steve Buttleman, official bugler of Churchill Downs. “How appropriate is that? Its so fitting.”

View the Simon Bull collection of Muhammad Ali artwork at Park West Gallery

Artist Peter Max Reveals Painting of Barack Obama – Watch the Video Here!

January 15, 2009/ CBS Early Show — Artist Peter Max revealed his latest painting, featuring 44 portraits of president-elect Barack Obama.

“What is your feeling as an artist as we come up on to this inauguration time and time of change?” asked CBS reporter, Harry Smith.

Max explained, “Unbelievable, unbelievable. You know that night when he was announced being president and the whole country cried, I was in that same place.”

 

 

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Visit Park West Gallery to inquire about our collection of exclusive Peter Max artwork available for purchase

You’re Invited! Art Meets Tech – Lawrence Technological University’s Park West Gallery Collection

Southfield, Mich. – Art Meets Tech, an art exhibit and auction of works of fine art donated by Park West Gallery will be held at Lawrence Technological University on Thursday, Feb. 5, 5 – 8 p.m.

The auction to benefit student scholarships will be held in the University Technology and Learning Center (UTLC) gallery at Lawrence Tech, 21000 West Ten Mile Road, Southfield. Light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served.

Park West Gallery has donated more than 200 works of art to Lawrence Tech. Many are currently on exhibit in the UTLC gallery, and there will be a silent auction for some of the donated works.

Public viewing at the UTLC gallery will be Friday, Jan. 30, 5 – 7 pm | Saturday, Jan. 31 – Sunday, Feb. 1, 11 am - 2 pm | Friday, Feb. 6, 5 – 7 pm | Saturday, Feb. 7, 11 am - 2 pm

Lawrence Technological University offers over 80 undergraduate, master’s and doctoral degree programs in Colleges of Architecture and Design, Arts and Sciences, Engineering and Management. Founded in 1932, the 4,500-student, private university pioneered evening classes 75 years ago, and today has a growing number of weekend and online programs. Lawrence Tech’s 102-acre campus is in Southfield, with education centers in Lansing, Livonia, Clinton Township, Traverse City and Petoskey. Lawrence Tech also offers programs with partner universities in Mexico, Europe, the Middle East and Asia.

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We love to read all of the positive letters from our customers and we’re very happy to publish a handful of our recent favorites. Park West Gallery would love to hear from you too!

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We were on a cruise – Rhapsody of the Seas, Royal Caribbean line - sailing from Sydney. Nicole was our auctioneer. We found her extremely helpful, very pleasant and knowledgeable on the artworks. We appreciated her help in selecting the artworks we purchased and in making sense of the many choices.

We are looking forward to receiving our Charles Lee Violin and Cello Duet.

Cheers,

Stephen and Carol S.
Australia

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Just talked to Tabatha…Truly amazing customer service and just one of the reasons I love Park West!

Susan and Chuck M.
Palmdale, California

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I am addressing this email to Albert but want everyone to know the quality of people on the ships. I have been buying from Park West for several years now. In meeting Ansophie and Shaun I must say they are the most pleasant and caring people that I have met on the ships. They truly made you feel cared for and taught me many things. I wish everyone was like the ex-teacher Ansophie, her methods were wonderful. I am in business myself and when your people chose this fine pair you did good. I believe I will have a wonderful relationship with Park West Gallery from here on out and it is thanks to the wonderful couple on the NCL Star in 2008.

Warmest Regards,

Joanie S.
Magnolia, Texas

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First off, we would like to thank Park West for the kind invitation to be a part of the Mexican Riviera cruise in December in celebration of the Gallery’s 40th anniversary. What an amazing even it was with not only Anatole Krasnyansky but also Itzchak Tarkay as well.

Ann Marie, Tim, Tom, Laura and Jason did an exceptional job of making everyone of us feel at home while attending to our every need. Simply put, they went all out and the event could not have been any better.

What an additional surprise it was to have David Najar and his landscapes there as well. It was a breathtaking experience.

We were truly honored to have so much time with one of our favorite artists, Anatole Krasnyansky. Never in our wildest dreams could we have imagined that we would have had the opportunity to have dinner with Mr. Krasnyansky. Mr. Krasnyansky and his wonderful wife, Nelya were always at the auctions and their joyous spirit always filled the room. After speaking personally to and getting the advice of Mr. Krasnyansky, we decided to bid on The Toreador. Being lucky enough to win the bidding, this beautiful piece will now grace the walls of our home.

Not only are the works of Mr. Krasnyansky fascinating and moving to those who have the honor to own any of his pieces, his personal story is poignant and motivational in its scope and depth. Simply put, he is an inspiration to those both inside and outside of the art community.

Larry and Carmen W.
St. Louis, Missouri

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We just wanted to thank Park West for the great time we had on the Carnival Miracle. We really had a marvelous time. The hospitality that everybody showed was outstanding and the art education we received was second to none. Please pass our thanks on to the management at Park West and tell them they have a superb crew working for them. We look forward to the next time we get to be with all of you and have as much fun.

Here’s wishing everyone a Happy Holiday season and a prosperous New Year.

Tim O. and Mary J.
Stanchfield, Minnesota

Park West Gallery on Flickr – Salvador Dali Collection & More!

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View fine art selections from Park West Gallery’s Salvador Dali collection, including images of the Nine Muses, Divine Comedy and Biblia Sacra. 

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Park West Gallery Artist Victor Spahn Featured in Univers des Arts Magazine

Park West Gallery artist Victor Spahn was featured in the December/January 2009 issue of French magazine Univers des Arts

In a recent article entitled Victor Spahn: Precise Motion written by Patrice de la Perrière, the author discusses the themes often incorporated into Spahn’s paintings:

“Victor Spahn loves movement and action, which allows him to depict his contemporaries’ sportive activities with graphic momentum where inspiration is unavoidable. Beyond a doubt, the way he treats varied subjects, adapting himself to them through means of tried and tested techniqes, makes Victor Spahn a dynamic specialist in situational painting. What interests him is the ability to seize an ephemeral moment, a vision surreptitiously glimpsed that he would have perceived with all the delectation of an imagery huntsman.”

Victor Spahn has participated in many exhibitions, including the Salon of Independent Artists, France, in 1970. He designed the set for the play Rembrandt of Glass for television and created a poster for the world championship of handball in 1988. Spahn has enjoyed the publication of a hardcover book on his work, and his serigraph Autumn Polo was acquired by Jacques Chirac, former President of France.

Spahn explained, “I try through my works to transmit to the public a certain concept of sportive life, favoring movement and precise motion in a determined context. If you believe the art lovers who come to my exhibitions, and in seeing their positive reactions, I think I achieve this transcription based on that encouragement.” 

New York II by Victor Spahn

 

• Read the biography of  Victor Spahn

•  View selections of Victor Spahn artwork available in the Park West Gallery collection