Elizabeth Denny represents a roster of 19 emerging to mid-career artists. She founded her gallery in 2013. It currently operates out of an incredible space in Tribeca with one of the first apartment-style galleries to debut in Hong Kong (!). Here’s what’s happening with Elizabeth through the insanity of 2020.
Ten Photographers We Love
In case you missed it, we recently did 5 days of Photography on Instagram. The idea was to share one key fact to know about photography that’s relevant to the buyer, the photo-phan (see what I did there?), or just the culturally curious. It was a hit and is linked HERE in our Highlights, but of great interest in those 5 days were recommendations of photographers we love. There are many, but here’s a list of some, both new and previously mentioned on IG, for your reference. We love learning about new artists, so chime in with any you like as well.
The NYC Spring Fair Round-Up
A Quogue Blogue Update
Remember Project Quogue? It was a 2019 favorite, a ground-up build for which we brought in 40+ artworks to make this 7BR dream getaway feel like home. It was a big To Do on our IG last Spring and our most popular IG highlight shares the process soup to nuts. But once it was installed, we sort of went silent. Why?
A Winter Chelsea Gallery Walk
With the weather last Friday being manageable, I bundled up, set my sights on Chelsea and headed out with the hopes of catching the tail end of the January shows. Typically, I make a more concrete plan but I decided to throw caution to the wind and see where life takes me. Living on the edge in 2020!
Living with Artist Made Things
A 4 Second Explanation on How the Art Market Works
Buying art it tough. DUH that’s why we have a business. And the main reason WHY it’s tough? THERE ARE TOO MANY OPTIONS. It’s like trying to order on Seamless Web — option overload. One simple way to break it down, and focus on art that’s best suited to your interests (whether you’re buying, looking, sourcing for someone else) is to break it down by market: PRIMARY MARKET and SECONDARY MARKET. Here’s a tutorial:
5 Reasons Why April Was Awesome
5 Reasons Why March Was Awesome
The Deal With Auctions
The big Spring Auctions are coming up in NY and at our recent team meeting, said team had some questions. And I had answers that we were all surprised to learn, and I hadn’t previously shared. I spent a few years at Christie’s, went to Sotheby’s institute (which provides a useful window into auction house life) and dealt with the major houses through other jobs, so the way these auctions work is ingrained in me. Here’s how they relate to you, budding and curious art fan:
Hello Empty Wall
Hi new wall! You have so much potential.
It’s exciting to get in early on a project like this WIP Toronto house. With a blank slate, we want to explore different mediums, proportions, a neutral vs colorful palette… We are getting SO excited that we starting brainstorming ideas.
The best part of getting in early is that we can preserve an “art wall” in this room. Meaning: we have the opportunity to collaborate with the team (architect, contractor and designer) to ensure we have no plugs in the way, no awkward switches or fixtures to work around! Yay for teamwork!
#MaddieinMiami: What Art Basel Is Like for A Newbie
Mason Lane Goes North
Big News: Our friend Laura Mann is taking Mason Lane beyond Brooklyn.
Bigger News: She has GREAT. TASTE.
Laura Mann is an art and design groupie based in Toronto. She’s bringing in a whole NEW roster of artists, galleries, and creative ideas that don’t make their way south of the border. So, with that, we are pleased to introduce Mason Lane Canada.
Current Project Run Down For this Pre Holiday Special Moment
FIVE REASONS WHY SEPTEMBER HAS BEEN AWESOME
A Lot of Current Projects are Looking Very Good
Our current projects go through many phases from initial site visits to final installs, and it's rare that we're doing a lot of installs all at once. BUT, that moment has come lots of installs for 3 projects are happening simultaneously. Funnily enough, art installers are ALSO having a moment and my go-tos are all booked/having babies/not available, so this is a new juggle. Not all current installs are necessarily the FINAL situation, but seeing this kind of progress is objectively exciting. Here are the updates:
How One Mama/Daughter Duo Take On the Art Scene (And Bond Over It)
My mom friend Diana and I recently chatted over drinks about kid-related city outings. I had just brought my girls (ages 4 and 2) to the Met’s Heavenly Bodies exhibit (ie the “Fancy Dress Show”). She had similarly brought her 5 year old there, though apparently Fiamma subsequently requested to see the decorative arts rooms, the Temple of Dendur, the Modern Art exhibit, and more. As it turns out, this is standard for Fiamma, and it’s because Diana has crafted artsy adventures for her and her mini since forever. Together they explore, obsess, and bond over artsy things throughout the 5 boroughs. It puts us all to shame/is totally inspiring. So here lies the first Q+A blog we’ve done to share how Diana leverages the city’s art scene to bond with, and instill a cultural appreciation in, her daughter.
Tips for Artists Who Enjoy Selling Art
I've recently learned that quite a few artists follow me on Instagram, which is SUCH a fun fact since I thought my following them was one sided. But considering I have this audience AND an informed point of view on the art buying process , I thought I’d share some unsolicited advice for artists who enjoy selling art.
Trying On Art, for Project Nice View
Last week we got 15 impressive artworks into our client's East Village apartment on approval. This means that we sent pieces the client was seriously interested in buying into her space to see them on the walls. NO ONE dislikes this service; seeing options that make your space better and picking favorites is objectively fun. BUT the results are always surprising. Here are the winners and rejects from last week's session:
