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“Art is a personal act of courage, something one human does that creates change in another.”

— Seth Godin It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the newest edition of our Park West Collector magazine.

This year, I decided to open my letter with that quote,

From left: Eugene A. Gargaro Jr., Detroit Institute of Arts Chairman of the Board; Salvador Salort-Pons, Director, President, and CEO of The Detroit Institute of Arts; Park West Gallery Founder and CEO Albert Scaglione; Park West Corporate Secretary Mitsie Scaglione

because, more than ever, I think it’s important to call out that art is courageous.

subsequently pledged one million dollars to support the museum’s ongoing efforts to support arts education.

Art enriches lives. Art attempts to communicate things that are too often left unsaid. Art gives back.

In this edition of the Collector, you’ll read about those efforts and how Park West continues to give back to our collectors

“Giving back” has always been an essential part of

with our unparalleled art experiences and unmatched industry

Park West Gallery’s mission. Since 1969, we’ve lived by the

knowledge. The stories range from tales of our global VIP

notion that art is for everyone. Each year, we travel the globe—

excursions to practical advice for art lovers to profiles of the

bringing our auctions and exhibitions to the people—because

emerging artists we introduce to our collectors each year.

we truly believe that art can improve the quality of our lives.

This past year, we welcomed renowned artists like Throughout this magazine, you’ll read about how Park

Alexandre Renoir, Orlando Quevedo, Matt Beyrer, and

West has spent the last year giving back.

Gregory Arth to the Park West family, taking their place alongside contemporary masters like Peter Max, Anatole

Many of those efforts started at home. In 2017, we unveiled

Krasnyansky, Yaacov Agam, and so many others.

the newly re-designed Park West Museum in Southfield, Michigan. With expanded galleries and collections, our

Speaking of Agam, last year, I was there in New York

free-to-the-public museum is now better equipped than

when my good friend Yaacov received the “Warrior for

ever to continue its mission to promote the arts—both to

Truth” Award from The Algemeiner, an acclaimed Jewish

our collectors and the local community.

newspaper that annually celebrates individuals for “positively influencing” the lives of others.

We then took our art outreach even further with an exciting new partnership with the Detroit Institute of Arts, one of

What a wonderful thing that is—to be a positive influence

the best art museums in the world.

on someone’s life.

Park West teamed up with the DIA to sponsor the first-ever

I sincerely hope Park West has followed that example as we

Claude Monet exhibition in the museum’s history—“Monet:

continue to share the joy of art collecting with everyone—

Framing Life.” The partnership was so fruitful that we

not only this year, but for many years to come.

— Albert Scaglione, Founder and CEO of Park West Gallery

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From the Founder

Music Legend Gary Puckett Transforms Park West VIP Events Into Concerts to Remember

A letter from Park West Gallery Founder and CEO, Albert Scaglione

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Anything can happen at a Park West VIP event, including artists forming their own band with ‘60s rock legend Gary Puckett

Share and Tell

See what collectors like you have said about their Park West Gallery experiences

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10 How Yaacov Agam Became a Warrior for Truth (With a Little Help From His Friends) Yaacov Agam received The Algemeiner’s “Warrior for Truth” Award in 2017, but almost didn’t make it to the ceremony

16 How the Masters Changed Art History

Learn more about some of the legendary figures who changed the course of art history

22 A Breakdown of Michael Cheval’s ‘Lullaby of Uncle Magritte’ Take a closer look at “Lullaby of Uncle Magritte” by artist Michael Cheval to unlock the inspiration behind its symbolism

26 Park West Gallery Wins CFI Award

International publication CFI.co recognized Park West Gallery as the Best Independent Fine Art Auction House of 2016

28 Caldographs: Ancient Art Meets Modern Technology

Park West Gallery is proud to unveil caldographs, a groundbreaking new art form that fuses traditional techniques with modern technology

Park West CEO Albert Scaglione Weighs in On $450.3 Million Leonardo da Vinci Painting

Park West Gallery’s CEO provides insight into the record-breaking sale of Leonardo da Vinci’s “Salvator Mundi”

46 Park West Gallery Celebrates the Opening of the Renovated Park West Museum

The free-to-the-public Park West Museum in Michigan is now featuring previously-archived works from past and contemporary icons

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86 How Park West Gallery Brought Claude Monet’s “Framing Life” to Detroit

A love of Peter Max art helped transform this VIP couple’s home into their own personal gallery

60 Exploring the World as a Park West VIP

Preview just a few of the exotic locations Park West Gallery VIP collectors have explored

66 3 Simple Rules for Hanging Art

Use these easy-to-follow rules to hang your artwork perfectly every time

70 10 Expert Tips for How to Protect Your Artwork From Damage

Not sure how to protect your artwork from damage? These 10 tips will help keep your art safe

76 Park West Foundation Spreads Art and Hope in 2017 From museum exhibitions to supporting important non-profit organizations, the Park West Foundation has had a busy year

80 Artist Scott Jacobs Refuses to Quit After Motorcycle Accident

When Scott Jacobs suffered a terrible injury during a motorcycle accident, he feared his painting career was over

88 Collect Artist Books with Park West Gallery

Art lovers can now easily acquire beautiful, high-quality books featuring some of Park West Gallery’s most renowned artists

90 Peter Max Creates US Open Art for 20th Anniversary of Arthur Ashe Stadium Iconic artist Peter Max has had the honor of commemorating the Arthur Ashe Stadium not once, but twice

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VIP Profile: Denny Eichenbaum

104 Artist Dominic Pangborn Honors Blessed Solanus Casey in Detroit

Dominic Pangborn commemorated the beatification of Solanus Casey with special three-dimensional artwork

108 Yaacov Agam Museum of Art Celebrates Its Opening with Park West Gallery The one-of-a kind museum opened in the artist’s hometown in Israel in 2017

You just might be an art buff if you catch yourself doing any of these five things

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Park West Gallery Artists Support Veterans

Autumn de Forest Recreates Painting for Theft Victim Artist Autumn de Forest knew what she had to do when one of her collectors had his art stolen

Many Park West Gallery artists make it their mission to serve those who protect our freedoms

120 Park West Gallery at Art Amoy Park West Gallery turned heads with a stunning inaugural exhibition at Art Amoy in China

124 Park West on Social Media Can’t get enough Park West Gallery art and news?

Follow us on social media!

125 Park West Locations

Park West Gallery can be found throughout the world, whether at land or at sea

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Park West Gallery proudly sponsored the Detroit Institute of Arts’ unique exhibition “Monet: Framing Life”

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Share Don and Laurie Hill I just wanted to take a moment to thank Park West Gallery. We bought our first art piece in 2004 on a family cruise, and we’ve continued to purchase several pieces over the years. In 2015, we were invited to a land event close to home. We had a wonderful time and, when the invite came in for the cruise, we were excited. Your staff was excellent! The cruise was great, we met some great people, and became friends with others by the end of the cruise. Meeting four artists was a real treat!

Rhonda Our latest experience with Park West Gallery was extremely satisfying. We have purchased many pieces from Park West in the past. This time, we wanted something for above our mantle. We ordered a Csaba

After hanging the artwork, they all look fantastic. I have

Markus, and I must say, it is absolutely stunning! The

noticed over the years how great a job your company

embellishment is just as we had asked for. The framing is

does with the framing of your artwork—several early

beautiful and complements the picture as well. We were

pieces we framed at a local shop do not compare in

very surprised when it arrived approximately 3-4 weeks

quality or looks. Again, thanks so much.

before we expected it. A real plus!!!!

Our sales consultant, Mike, was extremely helpful with the

Harrison Beasley I have been a Park West collector for more than 20

decision making.

Thank You, Mike & Park West!

years, having purchased 90+ paintings. The auctions are always fun, and the prices are very good. Recently, I needed to make a change to a purchase from a cruise. PWG personnel were outstanding in their

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support and the results were phenomenal. My 20

A great company to deal with! Been a customer buying

paintings from this cruise were beautifully framed,

original art since the early 1970s! They have a vast

had vibrant colors, and have greatly enhanced my

selection of art for all tastes and budgets. From their

collection. Hope to have many more years of collecting and interacting with Park West.

headquarters and gallery in Michigan to their onboard galleries and auctions on several cruise lines, you can see artworks that, in some cases, are not even in museums. Framing is impeccable, customer service is outstanding, and the auctioneers are the most professional in the business.

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Park West Experience!

Glynis and Cedric Martin Before we went on the cruise, we did not know anything about art auctions, having never attended one. After going to five auctions and quite a few seminars, we are now well versed in knowledge about different artists from around the world. However, this would not be possible without Mr. Divan Van Zyl, the Art Director of Park West Gallery on board the Voyager and his wonderful team of people. He does such an incredible and amazing job of delivering the information about each and every painting and its creator. Divan is so dedicated to Park West Gallery and his knowledge is amazing about each picture.

He is passionate about this subject area and is a real pleasure to listen to when attending the auctions and the seminars. Dealing with the team, and especially Divan, was one of the major highlights of our cruise. It is also wonderful to know that Park West Foundation supports young people in need.

Jeanne Butler-Clark We LOVE Park West Gallery! We discovered them three years ago on an Alaska cruise. We purchased pieces

by Peter Max and Romero Britto. We have gone to a Duaiv meets with one of his enthusiastic collectors.

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couple of VIP events where we were treated like royalty.

Met Peter Max at the first one, and the most recent was in Seattle in October. Purchased pieces by Britto and talked with him twice. We just received most of the ones we purchased. Framed free, shipped free, no taxes. We were treated like royalty!

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Rainbow Bright - 2006 • 31 1/2” x 40 1/2” • Serigraph in color on paper.

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How Yaacov Agam Became a Warrior For Truth With a Little Help From His Friends When The Algemeiner, one of the foremost Jewish newspapers in the world, announced it wanted to honor famed Israeli artist Yaacov Agam with its 2017 “Warrior for Truth” Award, Agam’s family and friends all knew the award ceremony would be a memorable night.

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What they didn’t know was that getting Agam to the event

that Agam, now 89 years old, had been checked into a New

would be the most dramatic part of the evening.

The award was scheduled to be presented to Agam on September 18 at the annual J100 Gala in New York, a celebration of the top 100 people in the world who are “positively influencing Jewish life.”

However, the adventure began the night before when Park

York hospital. Agam’s pulse had dropped dangerously low following his flight to the U.S. Scaglione—who has not only represented Agam’s artwork,

Agam was one of only two recipients of the 2017 “Warrior for Truth” award—the other was Miloš Zeman, President of the Czech Republic.

but has also been a close friend of the artist for over 40 years—rushed to Lenox Hill Hospital, finding Agam in good spirits, but anxious to leave.

Undaunted, Scaglione got Agam into a wheelchair and pushed him three blocks through the rain towards the

This left Scaglione and his wife Mitsie to figure out the

artist’s hotel.

logistics of getting Agam released in time for the J100 Gala.

Papers were signed, bills were paid. They were on their way

But even this short journey wasn’t without its

until they encountered the most New York City problem

complications. Scaglione and Agam were briefly stopped

of them all—the impossibility of finding a taxi in the rain.

by the U.S. Secret Service—President Donald Trump was in town—but the agents eventually sent them on their way. Shortly thereafter, they finally reached Agam’s room at the Carlyle Hotel.

A few hours later, noted art world manager Gene Luntz arrived at the hotel to take the Scagliones, Agam, and his companion, classical harpist Chantal Thomas d’Hoste, to Cipriani’s 25 Broadway location, where the event was taking place.

At the J100 Gala, the group met up with a number of luminaries from the worlds of art, politics, and culture.

After rescuing Agam from the press line, Scaglione brought the artist back to his table, along with Agam’s son, Ron, where they were joined by Paul and Dee Dee Sorvino. In addition to being an award-winning actor, Paul Sorvino is also an accomplished painter and sculptor.

The long journey to the gala was now over and it was time for the award ceremony to begin.

Agam was one of only two recipients of the 2017 “Warrior for Truth” award—the other was Miloš Zeman, President of the Czech Republic.

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Agam was introduced to the crowd of over 600 guests by his long-time friend, Abraham Foxman, President of the Center for the Study of Anti-Semitism at the Museum of Jewish Heritage.

In his introduction, Foxman noted how difficult it was to convey the impact of Agam’s work using only words.

“Words alone cannot do him justice,” Foxman said. “His creativity, his form of expression, is in the image. It is the eye rather than the ear that appreciates Yaacov’s genius.”

Following his comments, Foxman brought Agam onto the stage. After a long pause, Agam declared, “You don’t expect me to talk,” eliciting warm laughter from the crowd.

Agam’s subsequent comments stressed the importance of visual communication over verbal communication.

He argued that, following the Great Flood in the Bible, God sent his blessing for a better future in the form of a rainbow—a visual symbol that could be understood across language and cultural barriers.

OPENING SPREAD: Albert Scaglione and Yaacov Agam, 2014

Agam then offered his own “visual blessing” to the J100

OPPOSITE PAGE: Yaacov Agam at the J100 Gala; photo courtesy of The Algemeiner

audience. He had provided a work of his kinetic art for

THIS PAGE: Yaacov Agam; photo courtesy of The Algemeiner

every person in the crowd, similar to his “Rainbow Visual Prayer” series.

As he held up an example of the artwork, Agam told the crowd that the “blessing of the rainbow” was meant to convey a message of “tolerance and understanding” for all.

“Words alone cannot do him justice,” Foxman said.

“His creativity, his form of expression, is in the image.

It is the eye rather than the ear that appreciates Yaacov’s genius.”

Following the gala, Albert and Mitsie Scaglione hopped on a private jet and headed back to Michigan, where the new exhibit “Agam”—a retrospective of the some of the artist’s most significant museum exhibitions—was debuting to celebrate the re-opening of the newly revitalized Park West Museum.

Keeping in the spirit of Agam’s “Warrior for Truth” Award, Park West honored the launch of the “Agam” exhibit and its expanded museum space by making a $10,000 donation to the Gershon Jacobson Jewish Continuity Fund.

“There was no way I was going to let Agam miss receiving that award, even if it meant running through the streets of New York in the rain,” Scaglione said. “His artwork is both universal and proudly Jewish, and I’m so grateful that people recognize what an unquestionably positive influence Agam has had on the world around him.”

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ITZCHAK TARKAY Subtle Confidence - 2007 19 7/8” x 25 1/4” Serigraph in color on wove paper.

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How the Masters

Changed Art History How does one credit a great artist?

Ascribing artistic greatness is no simple task. The definition itself is relative to the time and place of an artwork’s creation. Undoubtedly, it would be difficult to compare the artistic triumphs of potters in ancient Greece, the delicate veneer of chapel frescoes, and the elated impressions of Paris’ Golden Age. Even so, the history of art hinges on certain achievements, preserving them as relics of humankind, enforcing their ubiquity across cultures, and lastly, casting their creators as hallmarks of intellectual and creative achievement. These individuals are known as The Masters.

Learn more about the some of the greatest figures in artistic achievement with these four Master artists.

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a comprehensive vignette on the episodic triumphs and burdens of mankind. Unlike his contemporaries, Rembrandt was capable of capturing the brutal truth

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means to illustrate physical transcendence.

Though commonly revered for his portraiture, Rembrandt remains one of history’s most innovative and influential printmakers. The artist created more than 300 etchings during his lifetime depicting biblical scenes, landscapes, and self-portraits. Rembrandt’s etchings continue to

embrandt van Rijn is widely considered to

astonish viewers with their virtuosity, subtle illumination,

be the great Master of the Baroque Age. The

and dramatic presence.

Dutch visionary possessed a deep technical

understanding of artistic practices as well as a devoted empathy toward his subjects, encouraging an incredibly prolific and versatile career across many media.

Through his art, Rembrandt endowed ordinary laymen with imperfect nobility. Standing as a testament

How Rembrandt van Rijn Changed Art History: • Advanced the artistic conception of light and shadow, also known as chiaroscuro • Instituted the notion that portraiture could be psychologically revealing • Innovated the medium of etching

Descent from Cross: By Torchlight (1654), Rembrandt Van Rijn

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of a subject, while also using light and chiaroscuro as a

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to the human condition, the artist’s portraits cast

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Renowned art publisher Ambroise Vollard commissioned Chagall to illustrate Nicolai Gogol’s “Les Ames Mortes,” Jean de la Fontaine’s “Fables,” and an extensive illustration of the Bible, widely considered to be one of Chagall’s most

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idely considered to be lithography’s innovator, Russian-born artist Marc Chagall revolutionized and redefined the bounds of

color lithography. Chagall’s efforts proved that printmaking could rival the artistic achievements found in paint, not only

evocative artistic achievements.

How Marc Chagall Changed Art History: • Rejected the tenets of the Modern Art movement and instead appealed to

in its technical refinement but also in its emotional charge.

narrative and allegory

Chagall created his own style—equally poignant and

• Reawakened art’s poetic

poetic—employing techniques characterized by Cubism, Fauvism, Symbolism, and Surrealism, while abiding by his own unique expressions.

Springtime on the Meadow (1961), Marc Chagall

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12,000 drawings, many thousands of prints, and numerous tapestries and rugs.

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o artist changed the course of art history with such velocity as Pablo Picasso. Initially drawing inspiration from the foreboding facades of

Iberian sculpture and the drastic color contrast of Paul Cézanne, Picasso created a style that was simultaneously jarring, upsetting, romantic, poignant, and revolutionary.

Unquestionably one of the greatest and most influential artists of the 20th century, Picasso is ascribed to having lived several lives artistically. Picasso co-founded the Cubist movement alongside Georges Braque, invented constructed sculpture, co-invented the widespread use of collage, and helped foster a wide variety of styles through his successors.

Picasso was exceptionally prolific throughout his long life.

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How Picasso Changed Art History: • Helped develop and explore dozens of artistic theories, techniques, and ideas • Deconstructed conventions of perspective that dominated painting for centuries • Revolutionized attitudes toward the depiction of form, dimension, and space

Homme avec Deux Femmes Nues (1968), Pablo Picasso

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1,885 paintings, 1,228 sculptures, 2,880 ceramics, roughly

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the world-at-large, the Surrealists enlisted a philosophic study of the world on a more granular, microscopic level, where biology created a unique psychological universe for every individual.

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In favor of upsetting the visual elements of established painting, Miró found inspiration in Catalan folk art, the art of children, and the subconscious mind, thereby developing a new kind of pictorial space. In Miró’s imagery, he abandoned traditional precepts of representation for an exploration beyond the material realm. Often working with a limited palette of primary colors, Miró was one of the first artists to suggest that color could be a subject in itself.

he Spanish Surrealist Joan Miró stood at the cusp of Modernism’s jolt in the early 20th century.

Miró’s talents spanned all mediums as he exhibited mastery

Miró, alongside Salvador Dalí, Max Ernst, Yves

in painting, lithography, etching, ceramics, sculpture, and

Tanguy, and André Breton—the founder of the Surrealist

in the creation of larger-than-life murals.

movement—turned the world inwards to explore its most fundamental parts. Seeking sanctuary from the palls of

How Joan Miró Changed Art History: • Explored the visual boundaries of psychoanalytic study • Created an entirely non-representational artistic style • Initiated the notion that color possessed narrative qualities

Le Grand Ordinateur (1969), Joan Miró

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PETER MAX • Umbrella Man - 2016 • 12” x 9 1/8” • Serigraph in color on wove paper.

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In Michael Cheval’s “Lullaby of Uncle Magritte,” viewers are faced with shape-filled landscapes, odd trinkets, and a man who looks to be made out of cheese. It begs the question: “What does it mean?”

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TOP LEFT: Highlighted are the portions of Lullaby of Uncle Magritte that pay homage to René Magritte.

TOP RIGHT: Highlighted are the portions of Lullaby of Uncle Magritte that pay tribute to Pablo Picasso.

BOTTOM: Highlighted are details of Lullaby of Uncle Magritte inspired by Salvador Dalí.

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A detail in Cheval’s art referencing Dalí’s The Elephants.

Cheval’s reference to Magritte’s Hegel’s Holiday.

This detail from Lullaby of Uncle Magritte is a quote from Dalí’s portrait of Pablo Picasso.

Cheval portrays Picasso in his younger days with a glass of wine.

A detail referencing Dalí’s The Persistence of Memory.

A detail that references Picasso’s Blue Period painting, The Old Guitarist

The pipe is a reference to Magritte’s famous The Treachery of Images artwork.

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Dalí, and Pablo Picasso, blending symbols and motifs from some of their most famous works.

“This painting is a dedication to the three artists who, in my opinion, changed the perception of art in the 20th century,” Cheval says. “I wanted to make a dedication and to thank the artists who have defined my taste in art and opened new horizons for me.”

To dive into all of the references packed into this artwork, let’s take a look at each artist and

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the citations Cheval included.

renowned Surrealist from Belgium.

Salvador Dalí

Magritte often portrayed ordinary

Dalí was best known for his bizarre and

objects in unusual contexts to provide

striking Surrealist works. The Spanish

different meaning.

artist was just as famous for his eccentric

Pablo Picasso

behavior and left behind a legacy that

Picasso is regarded as one of the

inspires many modern artists to this day.

greatest modern artists, known for

The most prominent figure in the painting is the titular Magritte, a

One famous example of Magritte’s

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According to the Absurdist artist, the painting is his tribute to artists René Magritte, Salvador

work is “The Treachery of Images” which

co-founding Cubism, collage, and

depicts a simple pipe for smoking.

Dalí is instantly recognizable thanks to his

creating masterpieces in a multitude

However, written under it is “Ceci

wide-eyed gaze and upturned mustache,

of mediums.

n’est pas une pipe,” which translates

even when he is portrayed as a cheese-

to, “This is not a pipe.” While seemingly

like rock in Cheval’s work. This is Cheval’s

Cheval’s tribute to the Spanish artist

contradictory, the statement is in fact

nod to Dalí’s “Enigma of my Desire or

is a humble one. A young Picasso is

true—the work is a painting of a pipe,

My Mother, My Mother, My Mother.”

shown resting on a drawer with a

not an actual pipe. Cheval nods to this

The painting is Dalí’s exploration of

bottle of wine, which could be a nod

painting with a pipe lying near Magritte.

Freudian thought and one of his earliest

to Picasso’s “The Wine Bottle” or Cubist

contributions to Surrealism.

still life.

Holiday” by having the artist hold an

Cheval pays tribute to one of Dalí’s most

Like the other artists in “Lullaby of

umbrella with a glass of water placed

famous paintings, “The Persistence of

Uncle Magritte,” Cheval refers to

on top of it.

Memory,” with a melting clock, while

Picasso’s art. The figure seen on the

Cheval also quotes Magritte’s “Hegel’s

the elephant with spindly legs in the

horizon is from “The Old Guitarist,” a

Finally, Magritte’s cloudy appearance is

background is adopted from Dalí’s “The

painting from Picasso’s Blue Period.

a reference to his “Black Magic” painting,

Elephants” and “Dream Caused by the

The monochromatic figure seems out

while the cube-filled sky is what Cheval

Flight of a Bee Around a Pomegranate

of place in Cheval’s work, but may be

calls “almost an exact quote” from

a Second Before Awakening.”

an expression of Cheval’s desire to

Magritte’s “The Summer Steps.”

generate a reaction from his viewers, In a clever way of paying homage to two

much like Picasso intended with “The

artists at once, Cheval depicts Picasso

Old Guitarist.”

leaning on a drawer from which a spoon emerges, and within the spoon is a tiny lute. This is a quote from Dalí’s painting, “Portrait of Picasso.” Interestingly, Dalí called Picasso a “destroyer” of art.

PARK WEST GALLERY WINS CFI AWARD International business and economics publication CFI.co has recognized Park West Gallery as the Best Independent Fine Art Auction House of 2016.

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Through a nomination process, CFI recognizes these entities in order to show that “best practice can be found everywhere around the globe.”

CFI honored Park West Gallery by naming it the recipient of the 2016 Best Independent Fine Art Auction House Global Award. The panel of judges gave this reasoning for why Park West received the award: Park West Gallery was the first to bring fine art auctions to cruise ships, allowing passengers ample time and opportunity to become acquainted with the works offered. It still is the

Park West Gallery was the first to bring fine art auctions to cruise ships, allowing passengers ample time and opportunity to become acquainted with the works offered.

largest business in shipboard auctions, selling more than 300,000 pieces annually. end, Park West Gallery invites critics and artists …Uniquely, the company is not merely focused on

for talks at large events. This way, the company

selling art, but also seeks to further enhance public

aims to make art more accessible to the public.

awareness and knowledge of the art world. To that In addition to the recognition, the magazine also profiled Park West Founder and CEO Albert Scaglione. The story examined the man behind the largest privately-owned gallery in the world.

Albert Scaglione completely transformed art collecting through his passion and innate sense of ingenuity. By taking it outside of traditional gallery walls, he raised the level of excitement in fine art collecting and made the Park West Gallery experience available to customers around the world.

CFI.co also profiled Park West Gallery, which has grown from its humble beginnings in 1969 into an enterprise that holds art auctions on more than 100 cruise ships: Park West Gallery continues to make collecting fine art available to and possible for a growing number of avid collectors each year with more than 2 million in over 80 countries. Through the Park West Foundation, we support art and education by assisting museums in organizing exhibitions for the public.

OPPOSITE PAGE: Park West Gallery received the “Best Independent Fine Art Auction House Global” award from CFI.co.

Park West Gallery is honored to receive this prestigious

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fine art and art education to as many people as possible.

award from CFI.co and will continue its mission of bringing

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What began as a tribute to one of the greatest artworks in history is now one of Park West Gallery’s most popular new mediums—caldographs!

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create authentic textures, so every caldograph is different.”

The medium’s name is a combination of the Italian word Caldographs are limited-edition artworks from

for hot (caldo) and the suffix “graph,” which means “to

Park West Gallery that are created directly onto wood

write.” Markus chose “caldo” in reference to the medium’s

panels, offering collectors a unique way to experience

application of heat.

the artists’ creative visions.

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Caldographs are created through a cutting-edge technique Caldographs are the brain child of artist Csaba Markus,

known as dye sublimation. The technique begins by

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is perfectly faithful because the wood surface and veins

who was honoring the 500th anniversary of Leonardo

processing an artist’s image into a digital matrix. Once the

da Vinci completing the “Mona Lisa.” Historians say the

artist is satisfied with the results, the matrix is transferred

Renaissance masterpiece was finished in 1516 or 1517.

onto sublimation paper using water-based inks.

Wood panels were a common artistic medium until the 16th century—in fact, the “Mona Lisa” itself was painted on a poplar panel.

Markus, who paints in a contemporary Renaissance style, decided to pay homage to the famous painting by creating art using similar materials as Leonardo, but with a modern twist.

“In the digital age, it’s very rare to turn back time and use natural wood materials,” Markus says. “I want to continue Leonardo’s efforts in the 21st century. The caldograph Csaba Markus hand embellishes one of his caldographs.

“The pigments used in caldographs are dry colorants that suspend the pigment,” Markus says. “I believe the permanence and stability of the caldographs are superior because the final high-gloss polymer layer protects the brilliant, high-quality image.”

The inked paper is applied to a specially-coated wood panel using heat and pressure. The inks then become gas and permeate the surface before returning to a solid form.

The result? Imagery that is permanently bonded to the wood on a molecular level, creating a vivid composition.

“I could patent my invention, but my intention is to make it freely available to any artist,” Markus says. “The caldograph printing method and technique should be available to humanity forever. If I see more and more artists in the future using the caldographs, that makes me feel good.”

OPENING SPREAD: Hope Springs Eternal (2017), David Le Batard (as Lebo).

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TOP: Four Winds Trickster Coyote (2017), Tim Yanke.

BOTTOM: Remember the Time (2017), Matt Beyrer.

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and canvas to tile and plexiglass. With caldographs, he enjoys the interplay of “old-school” substrate and the

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Csaba Markus notes how the wood grain becomes a part of his artwork.

“As a collector, I think these represent something totally new,” Lebo says. “The approach is unique and the final

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modern sublimation technique.

product definitely stands alone to anything I’ve seen.”

Several Park West Gallery artists have embraced the

Artist and nature enthusiast Matt Beyrer prefers to paint

medium, including Yuval Wolfson, Charles Lee, Gregory

on wood, enjoying the ability to create art with a naturally-

Arth, and David “Lebo” Le Batard.

occurring substrate. Wood grain plays a crucial role in shaping his compositions, so caldographs offer him a

“The vibrancy is stunning,” Lebo says. “I’ve seen a couple

medium that is faithful to his unique works.

caldographs of my work that I like more than the original.”

“I am awed by the way they capture the original painting on a similar substrate as the original,” Beyrer says.

Artist and nature enthusiast Matt Beyrer prefers to paint on wood, enjoying the ability to create art with a naturallyoccurring substrate.

Wood grain plays a crucial role in shaping his compositions, so caldographs offer him a medium that is faithful to his unique works.

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Lebo has worked with a variety of mediums, from wood

Csaba Markus signs a finished caldograph.

Like Beyrer, Neo-West artist Tim Yanke recognizes the appeal of using wood as a medium. Yanke has experimented with everything from canvas to lenticulars, but found wood to be a natural fit for his depictions of North American wildlife.

“This medium has the capability of maintaining the essence of the painting,” Yanke says. “Caldographs provide yet another fantastic state-of-the-art option for collectors.”

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PATRICK GUYTON Goldie with Red Chop - 2016 19 7/8” x 25 1/4” Mixed media on aluminum with sized gold or silver leaf, veined by hand.

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Music Legend

Gary

When you attend a Park West auction, you never know who you’re going to meet.

You might meet fellow art lovers, your favorite artist, or—if you’re lucky—you might meet a rock ‘n’ roll legend.

Morris Shapiro, Scott Jacobs, Gary Puckett, Patrick Guyton, and Jason Betteridge at a Park West VIP event, 2018.

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Transforms Park West VIP Events Into Concerts to Remember

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The next time you’re on a cruise or at a VIP auction event, keep your eye out for Gary Puckett, one of the most popular rock stars of the 1960s. With his band The Union Gap, Puckett had six consecutive gold records and sold more records in 1968 than any other artist, including The Beatles.

Puckett liked the idea and, in 2014, he performed for the first time at a Park West event. The collectors were

He’s responsible for world-famous songs—“Young Girl,”

completely knocked out by his performance, but Puckett

“Woman Woman,” “Lady Willpower”—he’s topped the Billboard

and Betteridge had another surprise up their sleeves.

Puckett notes that there’s a natural connection between art

Puckett and his wife Lorrie gravitated toward art

and music—in his words, they’re both “expressions from

collecting because, as he puts it, “We just wanted to

the heart and soul”—and Betteridge knew that several of

start adorning our walls with cool stuff.” The musician

Park West’s top artists were also accomplished musicians.

still performs all over the world and, while traveling on a cruise ship years ago, he visited a Park West gallery

So, imagine the shock of the VIP collectors when the artists

for the first time and began collecting in earnest.

who were exhibiting their work throughout the event picked up their own instruments and joined Puckett on stage.

Once

Puckett

started

collecting, he “discovered all of the great artists that live and work in this world” and quickly became a Park West regular.

“Meeting Gary—that was a beautiful accident,” says Jason Betteridge, one of Park West’s VIP auctioneers.

Puckett notes that there’s a natural connection between art and music—in his words, they’re both “expressions from the heart and soul”

While collecting, Puckett developed a friendship with artist

Scott Jacobs sat behind the drums, Patrick Guyton grabbed

Scott Jacobs, who introduced Gary to the Park West team.

his bass guitar, Tim Yanke shook his tambourine—even Betteridge and Park West Gallery Director Morris Shapiro

“That introduction gave us an amazing idea,” says Betteridge.

joined in on percussion.

Park West hosts multiple special events for their VIP

As they backed up Puckett on a selection of his greatest

collectors every year—some take place aboard luxury

hits, in that moment, a new band was born—a NEW

cruise ships, others take place in the world’s most beautiful

Union Gap.

vacation destinations. Each exclusive gathering features art exhibitions, auctions, fine dining, and excursions, but

“We even dress up in the Civil War costumes like The

Betteridge realized that Park West could make these

Union Gap used to,” says Betteridge. “It’s so much fun.

events even more unforgettable.

The collectors love it.”

“We thought it would be fantastic to also have a live

Since 2014, Gary Puckett has performed all over the world

performance by a music industry titan, who loves art

for Park West VIP collectors. In February 2018, Puckett and

collecting just as much as everyone there,” Betteridge says.

his all-artist band reunited for a special show in California’s Napa Valley. They were joined by famed French artist Duaiv, an accomplished classical cellist, who opened for the band with a stirring performance.

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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Music legend Gary Puckett plays guitar at a Park West VIP event in California’s Napa Valley.

Gary Puckett gets a percussion assist from Park West Gallery Director Morris Shapiro.

(From left) Daniel Wall, Patrick Guyton, Gary Puckett, Jason Betteridge, Scott Jacobs, and Morris Shapiro pose at a Park West VIP auction in Napa, California.

“We love having Gary in the Park West family, both as a musician and a collector,” Betteridge says. “He’s this musical genius, but he also really and truly loves art.”

Puckett plans to keep playing at Park West events, and Betteridge couldn’t be happier about it.

Puckett confirms that his passion for the art world is still going strong.

“Having someone at Gary Puckett’s level performing at our events really brings home how special our VIP events are,”

“My wife and I have about 12 or 14 Scott Jacobs paintings—

says Betteridge. “We’re not just serving wine and cheese.

he and his wife Sharon are very good friends of ours,” says

We connect our collectors with our artists, we display the

Puckett. “We also have works from Max, Ginzburg, Fanch,

absolute best works of art we can offer, and we create

Medvedev, Campanile, Erté, and various others. And let’s

these once-in-a-lifetime vacation experiences too.”

not forget Guyton. We’re running out of walls but we’re going to have to get a Duaiv and a Yanke soon!”

“You get to share your love of art with people who are just like you, in some of the most beautiful places in the world, and sometimes a rock star shows up and sings ‘Woman Woman.’ How great is that?”

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A bidding war on November 2017 led to the sale of Leonardo da Vinci’s “Salvator Mundi” (Savior of the World) for $450.3 million, setting the new record for any work of art sold.

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discussed the historic auction during a radio interview on WJR NewsTalk 760. Scaglione said he was shocked but not surprised by the multimillion-dollar sale, pointing

“Salvator Mundi” dates back to the early 1500s. The

to the rare nature of the painting.

painting, which is on a 26-inch-tall wood panel, depicts Jesus Christ dressed in a blue garb holding a crystal orb

The artwork is one of the few attributed to da Vinci still in

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in his left hand and giving a blessing with his right.

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Park West Gallery Founder and CEO Albert Scaglione

“It’s rarity,” Scaglione said. “One of the greatest artists ever to live and the only painting you can buy is this one.

I’m not surprised.”

The sale obliterates the previous records, both of which were set in 2015. Pablo Picasso’s “Les Femmes d’Alger, Version O” (Women of Algiers, Version O) sold for $179.4 million in a public auction, while Willem de Kooning’s “Interchange” was purchased in a private sale for around $300 million.

The auction, conducted by Christie’s, started bidding at $75 million. After 19 minutes, the winning bid was a tremendous $400 million, with $50.3 million included as a premium to Christie’s.

The artwork was then auctioned by the son of the Duke of Buckingham and Normandy in 1763 before disappearing soon after. It resurfaced in 1900, and in 2005, a consortium of art dealers acquired it and restored it.

The painting was commissioned by Louis XII of France and subsequently owned by King Charles I of England in 1649.

The artwork was then auctioned by the son of the Duke of Buckingham and Normandy in 1763 before disappearing soon after. It resurfaced in 1900, and in 2005, a consortium of art dealers acquired it and restored it.

The identity of the buyer was not initially disclosed following the auction on November 15, prompting a series of speculations and investigations. However, on December 8, the Louvre Abu Dhabi announced that the country’s

OPENING SPREAD: Salvator Mundi (Savior of the World), c. 1490–1519, Leonardo da Vinci (Public domain) ABOVE: Les Femmes d’Alger (Women of Algiers) (Version O), (1955), Pablo Picasso OPPOSITE PAGE: Louvre Abu Dhabi exterior (Photo courtesy of louvreabudhabi.ae/en/)

Department of Culture and Tourism acquired the painting for the museum. Christie’s confirmed this claim.

Louvre Abu Dhabi, located on Saadiyat Island, is a sister museum to the renowned Louvre museum in Paris and will display the painting for public viewing.

“I’m so excited about the fact that a da Vinci painting has surfaced like this,” Scaglione said.

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An Authentic Leonardo Most scholars attribute the painting to Leonardo, though others are skeptical. As a result, the painting’s price has varied throughout its history, selling for £45 ($59) in 1958, $10,000 in 2005, and $200 million in 2012.

Russian billionaire Dmitry Rybolovlev purchased it for $127.5 million in 2013 before offering it up for the November 2017 auction.

The intricate curls of hair, the detailed hands, and the presence of the sfumato technique (fine shading to transition between color and tones) indicate it is a genuine work by Leonardo. However, some scholars point to details such as the crystal orb’s unrealistic depiction and its overall composition to suggest it might not be authentic.

Most scholars attribute the painting to Leonardo, though others are skeptical. As a result, the painting's price has varied throughout its history, selling for £45 ($59) in 1958, $10,000 in 2005, and $200 million in 2012.

“There is always, always, always going to be somebody saying, ‘Wrong, no, it’s no good,’” Scaglione said. “This

suggests that we still assign great value to the treasures

painting was examined for periods of time by experts…

of human creation and that some things still remain right

and they really determined it is the one owned by the

in this world,” Shapiro says.

King of England.”

Scaglione said those interested in viewing authentic Authenticity dispute aside, Park West Gallery Director

artwork even older than “Salvator Mundi” can visit Park

Morris Shapiro views the sale as a good sign.

West Museum to view a rare illuminated manuscript created in the 13th and 14th centuries. The museum, which

“Even in our age of unprecedented transformation in culture, society and commerce wrought by the digital revolution, the fact that a 500 year-old painting (essentially just pigment on wood) can fetch such an astonishing price,

is free to the public, is located in Southfield, Michigan.

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DANIEL WALL Colorful Quiet Fall - 2016 20” x 24” Giclée in color on canvas with hand-embellishment.

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The Rembrandt van Rijn gallery at Park West Museum.

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The Musée Picasso in Paris may have 23 paintings and 44 drawings by Pablo Picasso, but art lovers can view even more works

by Picasso—and other past and present masters—in a surprising location: Michigan.

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Park West Gallery Celebrates the Opening of the Renovated Park West Museum

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In October 2017, Park West Museum, a free-to-the-public museum located within Park West Gallery’s headquarters in Southfield, Michigan, re-opened after months of extensive renovations.

As a fixture in the Detroit arts community for decades, Park West has functioned as a museum, a gallery, and a center for arts education for the past 22 years. The expansion represents a natural progression of its mission to bring art to everyone.

“Park West Gallery has been in business over 48 years and, during that time, we’ve amassed a collection of unique art that we wish to share with Metro Detroit,” Park West Gallery Founder and CEO Albert Scaglione said.

“I believe our collections will appeal to art lovers or any visitors who want to learn more about art.”

With the addition of two new galleries and a redesigned floor-plan, Park West Museum now showcases both contemporary works and previously archived masterworks by some of art history’s greatest figures.

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TOP: Picasso’s “Barcelona Suite” in the newly renovated Picasso galleries at Park West Museum.

BOTTOM: One section of the Joan Miró galleries at Park West Museum.

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CLOAKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT: One wall of Agam, the first exhibition featured at the renovated Park West Museum.

Park West Gallery Director David Gorman at the renovated Park West Museum’s first VIP auction.

VIP guests tour the new galleries of the renovated Park West Museum.

Park West Museum features a rare 14thcentury illuminated manuscript, known as an antiphonal.

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ranging from aquatints, linocuts, etchings, lithographs, and over 60 examples of the artist’s ceramics.

The museum also has dedicated galleries to the works of Albrecht Dürer, Rembrandt van Rijn, Francisco Goya, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Marc Chagall, and Joan Miró, as well as an extremely rare 14th-century illuminated manuscript,

The first exhibition in the revitalized museum space— “Agam”—was held in October 2017, a career retrospective featuring the art of Yaacov Agam. The exhibition had special meaning for Park West, as the gallery has represented the

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Park West Museum features 99 works from Pablo Picasso,

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internationally acclaimed artist for more than 40 years. Agam is a pioneer of the kinetic art movement, which stresses transformation, movement, and viewer interaction.

“Agam is one of the most important living artists today,” Scaglione said. “We’re honored to have such a longstanding relationship—and friendship—with a creative genius of his caliber.”

The Park West Foundation’s Museum Spotlight program will be bringing other exhibitions previously held around the country to the renovated museum. In addition to Agam, Park West Museum will be hosting acclaimed museum exhibitions from such artists as Peter Max, Anatole Krasnyansky, and Autumn de Forest.

Park West Museum is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

TOP: Albert Scaglione next to an original work by Agam at the renovated Park West Museum’s first VIP auction.

BOTTOM: One of Park West Gallery’s VIP clients stands in front of an original Agam at Park West Museum.

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MICHAEL GODARD Dancing on the Palette - 2016 • 25” x 18 3/4” • Giclée in color with hand-embellishment on canvas.

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VIP Profile

Denny Eichenbaum Denny Eichenbaum and his wife Beata were enjoying a musical performance at a Park West VIP event in Arizona when he realized his artistic hero, Peter Max, was sitting just feet from him.

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himself and his wife. The portrait is framed along with a signed copy of Max’s book “The Universe of Peter Max,” a photo of the couple with the artist, and the signed napkin from Max. Eichenbaum watched people approach the iconic artist to request an autograph. Although Eichenbaum wanted

Eichenbaum credits his 30-year career in the aviation

to do the same, he didn’t want to disturb Max so he could

industry for giving him the ability to pursue his passion for

enjoy the evening. Instead, he ordered drinks for the artist

collecting original art. He says he is proud to have stories

and his associates as a way of expressing his appreciation.

and an art collection he can pass down to his children and enjoys sharing his art with his loved ones.

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artist, including sculptures and a commissioned portrait of

To his surprise, Max invited the Eichenbaums to his table to thank them for the gesture. The Pop artist gifted

“I have been told numerous times by friends and family…

Eichenbaum with a signed drawing of his “Blushing Beauty”

that they truly start to understand the passion behind

image sketched onto a napkin.

collecting art,” Eichenbaum says.

“That moment brought me to tears and without a doubt

As a VIP collector, Eichenbaum is grateful to Park West not

is the absolute highlight of my art collecting journey,”

only for exposing him to art, but also for holding events

Eichenbaum says.

in destinations “you only dream of visiting.”

Eichenbaum’s journey began in 1999 when he collected his

“I certainly have the ability to buy art anywhere in the world

very first work by Max during a cruise aboard the Carnival

from anyone in the world, but I have come to the conclusion

Holiday. Since then, the Las Vegas resident and his wife

that it does matter where you buy it and who you buy it

have grown their collection to include everything from animation art, more artwork

by Max, and masterpieces by artistic legends.

“I truly believe that the informative nature of the VIP events has allowed me the opportunity to grow a rather substantial, diverse

“I truly believe that the informative nature of the VIP events has allowed me the opportunity to grow a rather substantial, diverse collection.”

collection,” Eichenbaum says. “I love the history of etching

from,” Eichenbaum says. “The experience I have had with

so I have collected six different masters’ works—two from

the Park West team, from Morris Shapiro, Jason Betteridge,

Albrecht Dürer and art from Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall,

and John Block and the whole support staff that make

Rembrandt, and Francisco Goya.”

these VIP not only special and fun, but so educational.”

The Eichenbaum collection also features unique works by contemporary artists like Romero Britto, Michael Godard, Chris DeRubeis, Linda Le Kinff, Alfred “Alex” Gockel, Marcus Glenn, Eric Dowdle, and Daniel Wall. When it comes to deciding what to collect, Eichenbaum says he seeks out artwork that evokes feelings of joy.

Eichenbaum identifies Max as his favorite artist, saying he was captivated by Max’s work at a young age. His enthusiasm is reflected in his collection of more than 20 works by the Pop

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TOP LEFT: A display case dedicated to Peter Max art.

(Image courtesy of Tonya Harvey) TOP RIGHT: A portrait of the Eichenbaums framed with important mementos from Peter Max. (Image courtesy of Denny Eichenbaum) BOTTOM: Some of the animation artwork found in the Eichenbaum home. (Image courtesy of Tonya Harvey)

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DAVID NAJAR • Beautifully Contrasted - 2017 • 20” x 16” • Giclée in color on paper.

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When you’re a VIP collector with Park West Gallery, it’s all about the art, but it’s also so much more.

Asia

Antarctica

Israel

As a VIP, clients are not only offered some of the most exclusive artworks in Park West’s expansive collection, but

“There is an alchemy that happens when you meet an artist,

they also meet the artists themselves and enjoy amazing

understand who they are as a person, appreciate their approach

trips to exotic locations. This was the case in 2017 when

to painting and then share this adventure with fellow collectors

Park West’s VIP clients journeyed to locations ranging

on the same journey,” says VIP Auctioneer Jason Betteridge.

from Asia to Antarctica.

Here are just some of the incredible journeys our VIPs have taken alongside Park West and its artists.

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Israel is the home of many Park West Gallery artists, including Slava Ilyayev, Maya Green, Mark Kanovich, and David Najar. Among them is renowned kinetic artist

“Taking a group of art collectors to the Holy Land on a tour

Yaacov Agam.

hosted by Yaacov Agam was one of the great experiences of my life,” says VIP Auctioneer John Block. “To visit the

In 2017, Agam’s decades-long career was honored with

Yaacov Agam Museum and get a private tour by Agam

the opening of the Yaacov Agam Museum of Art in Rishon

himself was a rare treat.”

The VIPs also visited Old Jaffa, a building complex designed

by Agam in Tel Baruch, and the Tel Aviv Museum during their artistic journey.

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visit the museum in the company of Agam.

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Asia During trips to Asia, VIPs had the opportunity to tour Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam and climb the Great Wall of China.

“Asia is a magical place filled with great food, wonderful

The VIP tours also arrived in destinations such as Japan,

people, and history and art that are truly remarkable,”

Cambodia, and Thailand.

Block said. “It’s the perfect destination for a group of art collectors to explore.”

TOP: VIP collectors in Ephesus, Turkey.

(Photo courtesy of Jason Betteridge) BOTTOM LEFT: A torii (traditional Japanese gate) in the middle of the water in Japan.

BOTTOM RIGHT: The Tian Tan Buddha statue on Lantau Island in Hong Kong.

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Antarctica Yes, believe it or not, Antarctica has become a popular destination for cruises, especially for those hoping to travel to all seven continents during their lifetime.

or crossing the Lemaire Channel, Antarctica is truly a sight to behold.

VIP guests viewed the hundreds of thousands of penguins that call the icy frontier home and icebergs as large

Only about 20,000 passengers make it to the continent

as mountains or small countries. Whether through

on an annual basis, making it all the more special for Park

itineraries based around Hope Bay, Deception Island,

West VIPs. “Our international adventures give us the opportunity

TOP: King penguins on the Falkland Islands.

(Photo courtesy of Donna Morrison) BOTTOM: South America’s Cape Horn.

(Photo courtesy of Donna Morrison)

to utilize our resources and partnerships to make these adventures much more than the sum of their parts,” Betteridge says. “These are real experiences and have to be attended to truly appreciate.”

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Girl In The Wind - 2016

• 12” x 16 3/4” • Three-dimensional serigraphy construction in color with cut-outs in serigraphy.

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3 Simple Rules for

Hanging Art

Whether you’ve collected your first work of art or your 20th, there is always a lingering question: “What is the best way to hang this?”

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hanging artwork a snap—always display the artwork’s center 57 inches from the floor.

With that in mind, follow these three easy rules to turn your home into your own beautiful gallery.

Hang Art by its Center

People shouldn’t strain themselves to view the artwork. By

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placing the center of the artwork at eye level, it ensures the art can be admired comfortably.

The art’s focal point should be at the 57-inch mark. This is not where it will hang from, so you will need to determine where to place the hangers. Let’s use a framed painting

by Marcel Mouly as an example.

Fig. 2: Measure the height of the art and its frame and divide it by two to obtain the artwork’s center.

this number from the focal point number. For the Mouly, the hanging wire is 10 inches from the top of the frame. We subtract 10 inches from 17 inches to 57 inches

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There is one simple guideline to keep in mind to make

get 7 inches.

Measure A

Fig. 1: The center of a painting should be about 57 inches from the floor to be at average eye level.

The first step is to measure 57 inches from the floor and mark it on the wall (Fig. 1). Next, find the focal point of the artwork by measuring its height and dividing by two (Fig. 2). In this case, the Mouly and its frame are 34 inches tall, making its focal point 17 inches.

Measure the top of the artwork to the tightened hanging wire or hook it will hang from (Fig. 3). Subtract Fig. 3: The dashed line indicates the measurement from a tightened hanging wire to the top of the frame.

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Hanger

Fig. 4: The measurement from the 57-inch line to where the hanger should be mounted.

Take the new number and measure that distance above the 57-inch mark. This is where the hanger should be placed, so mark this spot (Fig. 4). With the Mouly, it would be 7 inches above the 57-inch mark, meaning the artwork will actually hang 64 inches from the floor. By doing so, artwork’s center will be at 57 inches.

Interieur au Bourgeois by Marcel Mouly

Hang Art Close to Furniture and Mantles

The artwork should relate space-wise to furniture, meaning

When hanging artwork above furniture, mantles, or other

won’t look right. However, a large work of art or multiple

obstructions, the eye level rule doesn’t always apply.

works would look great.

The bottom of the frame should be between six to eight

Treat Multiple Works of Art as One

inches above the top of the feature. It is acceptable to go higher than the 57-inch guideline if need be.

a small work of art hanging six inches above a long couch

When hanging multiple works of art, treat each work in the collection as if it were

When hanging artwork above furniture, mantles, or other obstructions, the eye level rule doesn’t always apply.

one work of art. Anchoring multiple works around the 57-inch focal point will help the collection appear balanced. The ideal spacing between multiple artworks is 3 to 6 inches.

The 57-inch number is a good average height, but if your eye level is different, be sure to use that measurement when hanging art. Every scenario is different, so at the end of the day, make sure you love the way your art is displayed.

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artwork from damage is an essential part of building an art collection. Fortunately, there are some relatively easy precautions you can take to make sure that your art will look pristine for generations to come.

These 10 tips come directly from Luis Navarro, the Plant Manager for Park West Florida. Our Miami fulfillment center frames more than 300,000 works of fine art every year, so there’s no one with more experience when it comes to handling art safely.

Chris DeRubeis and art publisher David Smith hanging metal art by DeRubeis.

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Learning how to protect your

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10 Expert Tips For How to Protect Your Artwork From Damage

So you’ve found the perfect work of art. Now, how do you protect it?

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How to Protect Your Artwork, If It’s Framed

Watch your hands.

Always avoid directly touching your paintings or acrylic framing surfaces without wearing cotton gloves. If you do, you risk damaging them by exposure to your

Avoid or limit direct sunlight.

fingerprints and natural oils.

Exposure to intense sunlight can drain the color from almost anything, including your new favorite work of art. Avoid hanging your artwork anywhere where it will receive regular doses of direct sunlight.

Keep your glass or acrylics squeaky clean.

When cleaning the glass or acrylic panel protecting your artwork, always use a soft non-abrasive cloth or

Know when to frame with acrylic plexiglass, not glass.

microfiber towel. You should also consider purchasing an acrylic or ammonia-free glass cleaner.

What if you specifically wanted to hang that perfect

picture in your sunroom? If you don’t want the sun dictating your design choices, just make sure that your picture is framed with a UV filtering acrylic rather than

glass. It’s actually lighter than glass and will protect your art from fading or yellowing in direct sunlight.

Those are just a few of the reasons why all Park West Gallery art that requires glass framing is framed with a special UV acrylic plexiglass.

Dust—don’t clean— your paintings.

If you have a unique painting that’s not behind glass or acrylic, don’t use any cleaners or solvents on the surface to clean the painting…EVER. Instead, just lightly dust off the artwork with a soft feather duster or sable brush.

Pay attention to humidity.

The amount of water in the air can have a huge impact on the overall health of your art. Make sure to monitor the humidity level in your home and, ideally, keep it around 55%. (You can track your home’s humidity with a simple hygrometer.)

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How To Protect Your Artwork, If It’s Unframed

Store art in a cool, dry, dark place.

Don’t leave your art in a tube.

Pantry rules apply when you’re trying to protect unframed artwork. The best way to avoid damage from

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If you’re not ready to hang your art yet, definitely do

sunlight, humidity, and temperature fluctuations is to

not leave it rolled up in a protective cardboard tube.

keep your art somewhere cool, dry, and dark.

You always want to store your art flat. Acrylic paint or

embellished paintings stored in tubes can become stained, cracked, or dried up, if they’re left rolled up for too long.

Consider a solander box.

If you want to be sure that your art stays protected, you

Keep your stored artwork separated.

might want to invest in a solander box. These are acidfree print boxes with hinged front panels that can be purchased from conservation suppliers.

When you’re storing multiple works of art, always keep something in between each work while they’re laying flat. Place a 2- or 4-ply rag or conservation matboard cut 2 inches larger than the artwork in between each work. This will help protect the artwork from acidic damage, curling, and potential creasing.

OPPOSITE PAGE: Experts constructing frames at Park West Gallery’s Miami Lakes fulfillment center.

THIS PAGE: Marko Mavrovich puts the finishing touches on a painting before the VIP event at The Henry Hotel.

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THOMAS KINKADE Quiet Evening - 1998 24” x 30” Giclée in color with acrylic embellishments on canvas.

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Park West Foundation Spreads Art and Hope in 2017 Since its founding in 2006, the Park West Foundation has continued to allocate significant time and resources into caring for foster youth, supporting arts education and awareness, and improving the lives of others.

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recurring and new sponsorships as well as by bringing art to as many people as possible through exhibitions at prominent museums and institutions.

benefitted Seymour’s Open Hearts Foundation and the Park West Foundation.

the country to the world of art,” Park West Foundation Director Diane Pandolfi says.

Museum Spotlight

Congratulations to the Class of 2017

As always, the Park West Foundation hosted a special ceremony honoring foster youth who have graduated

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“Through our unique partnerships, the Park West

The Park West Foundation began its Museum Spotlight

celebration, held in Southfield, Michigan on July 20, honored

program in 2016, featuring exhibitions by artists such

students with a dinner and scholarship presentation.

as Peter Max, Anatole Krasnyansky, and Yaacov Agam in prestigious museums around the country, including the

The students are expected to enroll at institutions such

Tampa Museum of Art, the Museum of Tolerance in L.A., the

as Florida Memorial University in Miami Gardens, Florida,

Yaacov Agam Museum of Art in Rishon LeZion, Israel, and

Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and

the Museum of Geometric and MADI Art in Dallas.

Spelman College in Atlanta.

The program continued with three exhibitions featuring

Fostering Futures with Mully

art prodigy Autumn de Forest. The 16-year-old artist

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This mission was expanded upon in 2017 through

The Park West Foundation annually supports the Fostering

held exhibitions at the Butler Institute of American Art

Futures Scholarship Trust Fund, a Michigan-based program

in Youngstown Ohio, the LeRoy Neiman Art Center in

that provides tuition, fees, room and board, books, and

Harlem, and the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center in

supplies to young adults who have been in foster care.

Hendersonville, Tennessee.

During the annual scholarship benefit dinner on September “Autumn is a gifted, charismatic artist who represents

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what Park West stands for—inspiring others through the

efforts of Charles Mully, a philanthropist and the founder

power of art,” Pandolfi says.

of Mully Children’s Family, a Christian organization that works with disadvantaged youth in Kenya.

The Park West Foundation is offering the general public the unique opportunity to view the aforementioned exhibitions at the Park West Museum located in Southfield, Michigan.

Open Hearts with Jane Seymour

In February 2017, Park West joined forces with actress, author, philanthropist, and artist Jane Seymour during her “Open Hearts, Open Minds Cruise” with Holland America Line.

The weeklong international cruise featured a charity auction of selected artworks by Seymour, including her iconic “Open Heart” art. A portion of the proceeds OPPOSITE PAGE: Visitors to the Detroit Institute of Arts examine Rounded Flower Bed at the “Monet: Framing Life” exhibition.

THIS PAGE: WXYZ Channel 7 News Anchor and Fostering Futures Emcee Carolyn Clifford with Ashley Smith, a Fostering Futures scholarship recipient.

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Park West Foundation co-founders Albert and Mitsie Scaglione with Esther and Charles Mully of the Mully Children’s Foundation.

A movie based on his life and career—Mully—premiered in October 2017. Proceeds from the movie benefit Mully’s foundation.

The Park West Foundation contributed to a number of organizations that improve the lives of others.

Park West and the DIA

In October 2017, Park West sponsored “Monet: Framing Life,” a compelling exhibition at the Detroit Institute

“As an institution that is cemented in the spirit of Detroit,

of Arts highlighting the legacy of famed Impressionist

the DIA is a testament to the power of art education and

Claude Monet. The exhibition focuses on “Rounded Flower

community involvement,” Pandolfi says.

Bed (Corbeille de fleurs),” a Monet painting in the DIA’s permanent collection.

Sponsorships

In its continued effort to spread art awareness, the Park The exhibition included 10 additional works of art by Monet

West Foundation supported the Jackson Arts Network to

and his friend and fellow painter, Pierre-Auguste Renoir,

help establish the Pangborn Museum of Contemporary Art,

to help contextualize the DIA’s Monet.

a museum dedicated to Detroit-based artist and designer Dominic Pangborn. The project, if successful, will establish

This marks the first time in Park West’s history that Park

the museum in Jackson, Michigan.

West and the DIA—fixtures of Detroit’s artistic community— have partnered on an exhibition.

The foundation also sponsored “An Evening of Art + Science,” an annual fundraising event held in Detroit.

Proceeds from the event, which featured art inspired by

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science, will benefit life-saving medical research at the University of Michigan.

The Park West Foundation contributed to a number of organizations that improve the lives of others. These include: • Best Buddies International, a nonprofit organization located in over 50 countries worldwide, dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

• Prince’s Trust International, founded in the U.K. by the Prince of Wales, partners with organizations around the world to support young people ages 13-30 with work, education, and training.

• Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles Area, in support of mentorships from business and community leaders.

• National PTA’s Reflections Program, a student arts competition that encourages young artists to submit artwork in the categories of dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, and visual arts.

From left: Park West Foundation Co-Founders Albert and Mitsie Scaglione, Nijeria Peterson, and Park West Foundation Program Director Saba Gebrai.

• Camillus House, a non-profit agency in Miami, Florida, whose mission is to provide a comprehensive system of care for the poor and the homeless.

• Community Home Health & Hospice, a non-profit providing around 4,300 patients and families in Washington and Oregon with home health care, hospice, and grief support services.

• Freedom House, a Detroit-based non-profit offering temporary housing for those seeking asylum in the U.S. or Canada.

• The Orthopedic Kneed Foundation in San Antonio, Texas, which provides free orthopedic care for uninsured athletes, primarily high school students.

Clinics Can Help in West Palm Beach, Florida, an organization that collects new and gently-used medical equipment and donates it to patients who cannot afford From left: Former NBA player, broadcaster and author Tommy Hawkins, artist Anatole Krasnyansky, and Museum of Tolerance Director Liebe Geft at Krasnyansky’s exhibition, “The Life and Work of Anatole Krasnyansky.”

the expensive rehabilitation.

For more information about the Park West Foundation, visit www.parkwestfoundation.org

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Since the age of 15, Scott Jacobs has been riding motorcycles. At just 19 years old, he began his art career by opening his own gallery, making a living in fine art ever since.

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But everything changed after a traumatic motorcycle

race featuring vintage motorcycles. Events like these are

accident in 2016 when the photorealist artist found himself lying in a Maryland hospital, forced to confront the fact that he might never ride or paint again.

“It was horrible—I was very, very emotional in the hospital,” Jacobs said. “This is all I’ve done my entire life.”

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common for Jacobs—thanks to his popular photorealistic paintings of motorcycles, he became the first officially licensed artist of Harley-Davidson in 1993.

On the second day of the race, Jacobs was riding his 1915 Harley-Davidson F Head through Cumberland, Maryland when he ran into unexpected gravel on the roadway.

The bike’s front tire locked up, sending Jacobs into a 100-foot skid toward a busy intersection. To prevent a potential accident, Jacobs purposefully tipped his motorcycle onto its side, sliding across 75 feet on a gravel-filled road.

Things escalated when the motorcycle’s left foot peg caught the road, causing Jacobs to catapult through the air. He smashed into the ground, landing on his head and right shoulder.

OPENING SPREAD: Fat Boy (2015), Scott Jacobs.

THIS PAGE: Emergency responders prep Jacobs for transport (Photo courtesy of Scott Jacobs).

Looking back, Jacobs credits his surviving the accident to wearing the proper gear, such as his helmet and Kevlar-

“My right shoulder was basically blown apart,” Jacobs says.

lined racing pants. He is also thankful that moments before

“I basically had a dead arm.”

the crash, his wife’s motorcycle broke down, taking her out of the race and saving her from a similar fate.

For four days, Jacobs was on morphine while the doctors determined how best to repair his arm. They took him into

“I feel the stars were aligned that day,” Jacobs says. “It was

surgery on September 14, inserting a titanium rod with

almost like a higher power looking over me that day for

an artificial pivoting joint into his shoulder.

her bike to break down prior to that, for me to have the right clothes, and for no cars to be where I wiped out.”

The surgery was a success, but Jacobs had a long road ahead. The artist flew home to South Dakota and

Emergency responders transported Jacobs to the hospital

underwent extensive physical therapy, exercising his arm

where his injuries were assessed. The result was a four-

three times a week for five months. The doctors warned

part humerus fracture, a 75 percent bicep tear, and the

him if he didn’t stick to this regiment, his muscles would

need to replace his right shoulder.

atrophy and he’d lose the use of his shoulder.

“I couldn’t paint, I couldn’t sign my freakin’ name,” Jacobs recalls.

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Recovery and Riding

It took seven months before Jacobs could start painting again. By sketching and painting for short periods of time, Jacobs began recovering his muscle memory.

He could only work for 15 minutes before the pain became unbearable.

One year later, Jacobs has now worked his way up to painting five hours at a time. While it doesn’t compare to the eight- to 10hour painting sessions of his early career, he isn’t complaining.

“I’m just lucky to be painting,” Jacobs continues. “If I wasn’t painting again, I honestly wouldn’t know what to do for the rest of my life.”

With each passing day Jacobs is improving. He thanks his wife, Sharon, for being there through it all, and finds himself motivated by meeting Park West Gallery collectors at events.

“To see all those people that love your work that much…it’s a very powerful statement,” Jacobs says. “That adrenaline

An x-ray of Jacobs’ new artificial humerus bone after surgery.

(Image courtesy of Scott Jacobs)

Jacobs prepares for surgery following his motorcycle accident.

(Photo courtesy of Scott Jacobs)

rush that I get from meeting clients and doing these events has really helped with my recovery because I have so many people rooting for me.”

Park West Gallery Director Morris Shapiro has worked with Jacobs for nearly 15 years. He says Jacobs has overcome a great life challenge and continues to create great works of art, albeit with subtle changes.

“His paintings have taken on a more poetic and even poignant tone,” Shapiro says. “His work still includes this technical virtuosity, but it has taken a back seat to a quieter and purer contemplation, primarily through his choice of subjects.”

Despite the accident, Jacobs hasn’t lost his love for motorcycles.

Like his painting, Jacobs is slowly improving his ride times.

“I’m going to keep doing what I do and keep riding,” Jacobs says.

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DAVID “LEBO” LE BATARD A Very Fine Balance - 2017 17” x 17” Caldograph (digital multiple through dye-sublimation on wood).

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How Park West Gallery Brought Claude Monet’s “Framing Life” to Detroit In 2017, Park West Gallery was responsible for bringing one of the founding fathers of the Impressionist movement to the gallery’s hometown—Detroit.

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Park West Gallery and the Park West Foundation were the primary sponsors of “Monet: Framing Life,” a compelling exhibition at the Detroit Institute of Arts highlighting the legacy of noted French Impressionist Claude Monet.

At a special preview for Park West staff and clients, Jill Shaw, the DIA’s Associate Curator of European Art, thanked the Park West Foundation for their “tremendous support” of “Framing Life,” noting that the foundation was the first sponsor to sign up for the exhibition.

“This is the first-ever Monet exhibit in the history of the DIA,” Shaw said. “Park West’s early support really helped motivate all of the sponsors who followed them.”

“Monet: Framing Life” is centered around one of Monet’s masterpieces, “Corbeille de fleurs” (Rounded Flower Bed).

The painting, a treasured part of the DIA’s permanent collection, was formerly known as “Gladioli,” but was recently retitled based on new research conducted

OPPOSITE PAGE: Rounded Flower Bed (Corbeille de fleurs) (1876), Claude Monet.

by Shaw.

THIS PAGE: Park West Gallery VIP clients and staff attending a special preview of the DIA’s “Monet: Framing Life” exhibit.

The exhibition displayed “Corbeille de fleurs” (Rounded

Speaking toward Monet’s legacy, Park West Gallery Founder

Flower Bed) like a sculpture rather than a traditional

and CEO Albert Scaglione said, “Claude Monet’s impact

painting—in a glass case without a frame—allowing visitors

on the art world cannot be overstated, and ‘Corbeille de

to walk completely around the artwork, taking in the extra

fleurs’ is one of the jewels of the DIA’s collection. ‘Framing

information on the back of the canvas.

Life’ beautifully illustrates how such a painting could help give birth to the Impressionists and influence generations

Shaw emphasized the fact that Park West’s guests were seeing

of artists to come.”

the painting “displayed in a way you will never see again.”

The sponsorship marked a unique moment in The artwork featured in “Framing Life” was created while

Park West Gallery’s 48-year history—Park West and the DIA

Monet was living in the Paris suburb of Argenteuil between

have long been fixtures of Detroit’s artistic community, but

late 1871 and early 1878, an especially productive stage of

this was the first time the two institutions have partnered

his career. It was during this period when Monet met and

on an exhibition.

worked alongside other avant-garde painters who would later become known as the Impressionists.

“The Park West Foundation is proud to sponsor the Detroit Institute of Arts,” said Park West Foundation Director

“Monet: Framing Life” brought that exciting time to life by

Diane Pandolfi. “As an institution that is cemented in the

placing “Corbeille de fleurs” alongside 10 other Argenteuil-

spirit of Detroit, the DIA is a testament to the power of

themed paintings by Monet and fellow Impressionist

art education and community involvement.”

Pierre-Auguste Renoir, telling a compelling story about the creation of the painting and how it fits into the history

Since 2016, the Park West Foundation’s “Museum Spotlight

of Impressionism.

Program” has provided support to institutions across the country to expose current and future generations to the artwork of history’s great masters and groundbreaking contemporary artists such as Peter Max, Autumn de Forest, Yaacov Agam, and Anatole Krasnyansky.

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Collect Artist Books with Park West Gallery Art lovers can now easily acquire beautiful, high-quality books featuring some of Park West Gallery’s most renowned artists.

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Each book provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and lives of the artists, complete with essays and firsthand accounts accompanied by page after page of artwork.

All books are on Park West Gallery’s Amazon storefront, streamlining the buying experience with one of the largest online shopping companies in the world.

Simply sign in to your Amazon account to purchase your desired books and select your preferred shipping method.

New books are constantly under development, so be sure to check back often for the latest additions to the Park West Gallery library

Some of the available books include:

As an added bonus, some books are hand-signed by

• The Universe of Peter Max

the artists.

• Brush Strokes of Africa • Thomas Kinkade • Agam: Beyond the Visible

Park West Gallery’s publishing operations, Park West Press, has been publishing artist books in-house since 2006. New books are constantly under development, so be sure to check back often for the latest additions to the Park West Gallery library.

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Peter Max Creates U.S. Open Art for 20th Anniversary of Arthur Ashe Stadium

In 1997, Pop artist Peter Max created the commemorative artwork for the U.S. Open held during Arthur Ashe Stadium’s inaugural season.

The artwork proved to be such a hit that the United States Tennis Association (USTA) knew who to turn to when it came time to celebrate the stadium’s 20th anniversary.

do than go back and ask Peter Max to do it again for us 20 years later.”

“I remember the artwork from 20 years ago that the great Peter Max did for us,” said USTA Executive Director

On June 14, 2017, Max, 80, unveiled the official commemorative

and Chief Operating Officer Gordon Smith. “It was iconic

artwork for the 2017 U.S. Open at his Manhattan studio. The

and so many people loved it. So what better thing to

2017 artwork depicts the stadium with its retractable roof and two tennis rackets crossing each other, symbolizing the fierce competition of the U.S. Open tournament.

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© Peter Max 2018

OPENING SPREAD: Peter Max poses in front of his artwork for the 1997 and 2017 U.S. Open. Image © Peter Max 2018.

THIS PAGE: Peter Max original artwork for the 1997 and 2017 U.S. Open displayed in the artist’s New York studio. Image © Peter Max 2018.

By contrast, Max’s 1997 artwork features the stadium with a globe hovering over it. Naturally, both artworks feature Max’s signature palette of vivid reds, yellows, and violets.

grandest stadium,” Katrina Adams, USTA president and chairman of the board, said in a written statement.

“The U.S. Open challenged me to give the stadium the energy rather than a player,” Max said in an interview with

Max may have been the obvious choice as the official

the New York Times. “With all sports, it’s about movement,

artist, but it was not a decision made on a whim. The USTA

energy, and color, expressed through my brush strokes.”

began its selection process for choosing the 2017 artist a year in advance of the tournament.

In both works, the 23,000-person tennis arena still maintains its initial design. In 2016, a retractable roof was added in order

Sports and art may seem like polar opposites, but in

to eliminate rain delays and prevent postponements. The

reality, they are a time-honored combination. Many major

roof is featured prominently in Max’s 2017 U.S. Open artwork,

sporting events commission artists to celebrate occasions

suggesting that both art and scenery change with time.

and athletes alike. Along with his work for the U.S. Open, Max has been tapped to create artwork for the Olympics,

“We could not think of a better way to kick off the

Super Bowls, World Cup USA, and the NHL’s All-Star Game.

20th anniversary of Arthur Ashe Stadium than by ‘returning to the source’ and having Peter Max create another

Other artists represented by Park West Gallery who have

signature work that truly captures the power of tennis’

created official artwork for athletic events include LeRoy Neiman, Romero Britto, Linda Le Kinff, Charles Fazzino, Simon Bull, Sam Park, Alfred Gockel, and Alexander Chen.

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TIM YANKE Big Thunder - 2016 • 30” x 20 /2” • Digital multiple on aluminum through dye sublimation.

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Cool Breeze - 2017 • 20” x 30” • Mixed media on aluminum including air-brush painting and hand ground surfaces.

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There are different levels of any obsession. While some people consider their interests hobbies, others dive head first into the activities that excite them.

For many Park West Gallery collectors, amassing art is much more than a hobby, it’s a way of life. When it comes to collecting art, there are several behaviors all true art buffs will recognize:

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Your home looks like a museum.

The true sign of an avid art aficionado: an extensive collection. While some might call this excessive, to you, it’s like wallpapering your home with

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beautiful artwork. Whenever you step comfort to have your home-museum waiting for you.

Is it your house, or is it a museum?

Perhaps it is both.

Some people look forward to football games, you look forward to art auctions!

There’s no such thing as too much beautiful art, and you’re living proof. Gathering with fellow art buffs is always a party, full of stimulating conversation and artistic discussions.

There’s an excitement to expanding your collection among fellow art enthusiasts, and that’s a feeling you love.

Art buffs are just as excited about collecting art as they are to learn about it.

You recognize the paintings hanging on your friends’ walls.

To be an art buff you have to know your stuff, and you’ve got that down. Name a painter—boom— you have an example. Recognizing a work of art gives you a thrill that lasts for the rest of the day.

Art buffs should be able to recognize these works of art. Hint: They’re by a renowned Israeli artist.

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comforts you more than taking in the beauty of the art around you. Whatever you’re going through, your artwork never fails to create a calming setting.

Looking at art is a great way to reflect and take a moment to relax.

When someone shows you a photo of their child, you respond with a picture of your paintings.

Your collection is special to you, so of course you’re going to show it off! You’ve spent time and energy picking out the perfect artworks for your home, and sharing that love with other people always gives you joy.

There is nothing wrong with having photos of your artwork. Besides, it’s tough to carry the actual art around with you!

If you’re interested in becoming an art buff, or if you’re an art buff looking to expand your collection, visit parkwestgallery.com You can also climb aboard a cruise to sail alongside Park West too.

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is truly your haven. There’s nothing that

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The most effective therapy is looking at your artwork.

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Autumn de Forest Recreates Painting for Theft Victim When artist Autumn de Forest learned that two of her collectors lost irreplaceable artwork in a robbery, she knew what she had to do.

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and commissioned Autumn to paint “Midnight Moon,” a variant of her “Goodnight Moon” series for Vernita.

June 2017, Minnicozzi was moving his possessions from New Hampshire to Arizona to join Venita in their new home. He stopped for the night at a hotel in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The next morning, Minnicozzi discovered that thieves had stolen his truck and the attached U-Haul trailer.

Deputies located Minnicozzi’s truck and trailer, but all of his belongings were missing. Above all his stolen possessions, what pained him the most was the loss of artwork he and his wife had collected, including works by Joan Miró, Alfred Gockel, and Autumn’s “Midnight Moon.”

“Out of appreciation to you investing in me as an artist and believing in me as an artist, I would love to repaint the painting that was stolen from you,” Autumn told Ralph.

“There’s nothing these guys are going to be able to do with it,” Minnicozzi told the Albuquerque Journal.

“It’s stuff we had an emotional attachment to that you can’t replace.”

“You are really a beautiful person to create this magnificent piece of art to replace our stolen treasured Autumn de Forest,” the couple said in a letter to Autumn. “You are an incredible talent, and your work continues to surprise and impress.”

Autumn said she was heartbroken when she heard about the tragedy and worked with Park West Gallery to reach out to the Minnicozzis and deliver a special message.

“Out of appreciation to you investing in me as an artist and believing in me as an artist, I would love to repaint the painting that was stolen from you,” Autumn told Ralph.

Autumn recreated “Midnight Moon” for the Minnicozzis.

The couple expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the young artist for her act of kindness during such trying times.

“You are really a beautiful person to create this magnificent piece of art to replace our stolen treasured Autumn de Forest,” the couple said in a letter to Autumn. “You are an incredible talent, and your work continues to surprise and impress.”

The painting is inspired by a series Autumn began at the age of eight. In it, Autumn depicts an old house at night with one window illuminated. The light symbolizes a grandmother who passed away, and the birds sitting on wires represent the grandmother’s children and

OPPOSITE PAGE: Goodnight Moon (2014), Autumn de Forest

grandchildren who used to play at the house.

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had found the perfect gift for his wife’s upcoming birthday

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wife, Venita, admiring an artwork by Autumn. He realized he

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MATT BEYRER The Coming Day - 2017 14 3/4” x 20” Caldograph (digital multiple through dye-sublimation on wood).

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Tens of thousands of people flocked to the Solanus Casey Center the weekend of November 18, 2017, and their religious experience became all the more powerful thanks to a striking portrait by artist Dominic Pangborn.

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An estimated 65,000 people—including Pangborn— attended the beatification ceremony for the late Blessed Solanus Casey at Detroit’s Ford Field on November 18. It was a rare event held by the Catholic Church, which many see as the precursor to Casey being named the first-ever male Catholic saint from the United States.

Many of those pilgrims also visited Detroit’s Solanus Casey Center, where they were greeted by Pangborn’s

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Art in Motion work.

“It’s really incredible because when you walk into the center, it’s right at the end of it where people go to see the body of Solanus Casey,” Pangborn says.

TOP LEFT: Artwork featuring Blessed Solanus Casey by Dominic Pangborn LEFT AND RIGHT: Workers install artwork by Dominic Pangborn at the Solanus Casey Center. (Photo courtesy of Dominic Pangborn)

Capuchins at the Solanus Casey Center—an order of the Catholic Church—asked Pangborn to create a unique artwork to welcome visitors to the pilgrimage center.

The three-dimensional portrait, which depicts Casey with open arms, appears to shift as viewers move, creating the illusion that Casey is walking toward them.

“I want that ‘wow’ factor,” Pangborn says. “It was very interesting how everybody was grabbing the next person like, ‘No, you’ve got to step back, you’ve got to look at it back there and start going up, you see him coming and meeting you.’”

The 10-foot by 10-foot aluminum artwork was installed on October 24, 2017 and weighs 400 lbs. As a result, Pangborn had to design a special structure to keep the artwork in place, as well as employ a five-member crew and a hydraulic lifter to install it.

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While many of the visitors were awed by Pangborn’s art, the artist found himself stunned while attending the beatification ceremony.

“I was surprised, when I walked in they had my piece of art on the screen as visitors came in,” Pangborn says.

“They had it on the video right on the main screen next to [Casey’s] picture and image. I was like, ‘Whoa!’”

Portrait of a Saint

Casey was considered a wonderworker by local Catholics in Detroit, revered for his faith, his attention to the sick, and his co-founding of the Capuchin Soup Kitchen in 1929.

He passed away in 1957.

Beatification is the official declaration by the pope that Casey led a holy and virtuous life and can intercede for the faithful. Casey can now be publicly venerated in Detroit and Capuchin houses.

Following the beatification, Casey is one step closer to being declared a saint. The church must verify that Casey performed one more miracle before he can achieve sainthood. He would be the first male born in the United States to be declared a Catholic saint.

Following the beatification, Casey is one step closer to being declared a saint.

“It’s going to be a pilgrimage of people from all over the world coming not just because he is a saint, but all the people praying to him for miracles,” Pangborn says.

In addition to his Art in Motion, Pangborn created three paintings featuring Casey. Among them is a painting depicting Casey standing in an open doorway, a reference Artist Dominic Pangborn

to the Capuchin’s time as a porter (a doorkeeper and receptionist) at St. Bonaventure Monastery from 1924 to 1945. Pangborn plans on using the images to create prayer cards.

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SLAVA ILYAYEV Rainy Afternoon - 2015 15 1/8” x 15 1/8” Serigraph in color with embellishment on board.

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Yaacov Agam Museum of Art Celebrates Its Opening with Park West Gallery

When a museum features a painting or a sculpture by an artist, it’s considered a tremendous honor.

However, few artists in history know what it’s like to have an entire museum dedicated solely to their works.

Yaacov Agam is one of those artists.

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Yaacov Agam giving a tour of the Yaacov Agam Museum of Art (YAMA) in Rishon LeZion, Israel.

The interior of the Yaacov Agam Museum of Art (YAMA).

Park West Gallery VIP clients enjoying lunch on the patio of the Yaacov Agam Museum of Art.

October 26. The fact that the museum is a publicly-funded

Agam has had a relationship with Park West Gallery for

institution—supplemented by generous donations from

decades, so it was no surprise that Park West planned

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the Park West Foundation and dozens of contributors—

a special reception for their VIP clients to celebrate the

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Thanks to the support of many contributors, the city of

shows how passionately Israel regards Agam as its greatest

opening of YAMA—the museum’s first event of its kind.

Rishon LeZion, and Park West Gallery, 2017 witnessed the opening of The Yaacov Agam Museum of Art (YAMA) in Israel—the artist’s beloved homeland.

influential to generations of Israeli artists and his work needs to be experienced in person. This museum is the

The museum has been in the planning and construction

perfect showcase for his genius.”

stages for over a decade, but it finally opened its doors on

living artist.

On November 6, the Celebrity Constellation docked in “I can’t think of an artist who deserves this kind of

Israel’s Port of Ashdod, south of Tel Aviv, having set sail

recognition more than Agam,” said Albert Scaglione,

from Athens, Greece.

Founder and CEO of Park West Gallery. “He has been so When more than 100 of Park West’s VIP clients disembarked, they were met by Albert and Mitsie Scaglione and other members of the Park West Gallery team.

The interior of the Yaacov Agam Museum of Art (YAMA).

Park West Gallery Founder and CEO Albert Scaglione performing at YAMA.

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Yaacov Agam with Park West Gallery’s VIP guests on the steps of the Yaacov Agam Museum of Art.

Agam has had a relationship with Park West Gallery for decades, so it was no surprise that Park West planned a special reception for their VIP clients to celebrate the opening of YAMA—the museum’s first event of its kind.

The Park West delegation included John Block, VIP Auctioneer; Morris Shapiro, Park West Gallery Director; and Diane Pandolfi, director of the Park West Foundation, and her husband Dennis.

Together, the Park West party traveled to the Yaacov Agam Museum of Art (YAMA) in Rishon LeZion, where Agam himself met the group on the steps of the institution.

He greeted them warmly, encouraging

them to notice the contrast of colors on the pillars leading into the museum. The bold designs on the pillars transform the museum itself into one of Agam’s works of kinetic art.

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FRONT ROW: Aris Ogaden, VIP Coordinator; John Block, VIP Auctioneer; Ketut Arsana, Head VIP Coordinator; Diane Hnidan, VIP Guest; Simon Lindner, VIP Associate; Yaacov Agam, Artist; Chantal Thomas d’Hoste, Featured Harpist; Morris Shapiro, Park West Gallery Director; Savannah Schulatz, CS Auctioneer; Cherisa Bareither, CS Art Associate; Kin Lai, VIP Guest; Francoise Farrell, CS Gallery Director; Nick Velicka, Constellation Art Auctioneer; SeBelle Bowman, VIP Associate.

SECOND ROW: Several guests, including Donna Morrison Musto, VIP Associate; Jin Trotter, VIP Associate; Diane Pandolfi, Director, Park West Foundation, and her husband Dennis; Albert & Mitsie Scaglione, CEO and Corporate Secretary, Park West Gallery; Mark Fromer, Chairman, Friends of Yaacov Agam Museum; Ran & Ayala Balokan, Romi Gallery.

Inside the museum, the group was treated to a personal tour by the artist, who walked them from work to work, giving them insights into each of his creations.

As Agam led his rapt audience from cave paintings to contemporary times, he was accompanied by music

The impressive institution features some of Agam’s most

from his long-time companion, classical harpist Chantal

famous works as well as an area displaying what Agam

Thomas d’Hoste.

calls his “tactile interactive artwork.”

This innovative installation allows visitors to use digital screens to create and project their own “Agam art” in real-time. With over 100,000 variations available, there is a one in 6 million chance that a patron will create the exact same work of art as a previous guest.

Following the tour, the group retired to the museum’s interactive video theater, where Agam gave a passionate lecture on the history of art.

This innovative installation allows visitors to use digital screens to create and project their own “Agam art” in real-time. With over 100,000 variations available, there is a one in 6 million chance that a patron will create the exact same work of art as a previous guest.

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Scaglione, a noted vocalist, performed three of his favorite

When their time at the Yaacov Agam Museum of Art came

musical numbers—“Love Me Tender,” “Strangers in the

to an end, the VIP group left Agam to take a private tour

Night,” and “Singing in the Rain”—while Agam projected

of the Old City of Jaffa, one of the most historic districts

his interactive art on the theater’s screens.

of Tel Aviv.

When the performance ended, the Park West group

After that, the Park West delegation returned to the

enjoyed a catered lunch on the museum’s outside patio,

Celebrity Constellation, where, the following night, the

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where they were joined by Gilad Melzer, curator of the

onboard art gallery hosted an exclusive auction of

museum, and Dr. Mark Fromer, the chairman of the Friends

Agam works.

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Albert Scaglione to take the stage.

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When Agam finished his history lesson, it was time for

of YAMA, who flew in from New York for the event.

“It was a wonderful day,” said Scaglione. “It was so Also in attendance were Duaiv, the internationally

gratifying to be able to share the opening of his museum

acclaimed artist, and his wife, Magella, both long-time

with Agam and show our clients what Agam is like

friends of Agam and Scaglione.

when he is truly in his element. People will be traveling from all over the world to visit YAMA and they won’t be disappointed.”

Artist Duaiv and his wife Magella greeting a Park West Gallery guest at YAMA.

Mitsie and Albert Scaglione at YAMA.

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As the son and nephew of Vietnam War veterans, artist Michael Godard understands the sacrifices made by those who have served in the military.

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I think that, without them, we wouldn’t be here in this great country and I wouldn’t be able to do what I do,” Godard says.

It is for this reason and many others that Park West Gallery artists honor the brave men and women of the military with their time and talents. In the case of Godard, he actively supports organizations like the Wounded Warrior Project, an organization that assists injured veterans.

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“I try to support the military in every way that I can because

“It’s something that resonates in my heart so strongly, and I tell people all the time that, you know, my life really

“I remember at night guys would gather in my cabin ... and everybody calmed down and watched me draw,” Mavrovich says.

“It's a healing thing.” isn’t about my art at all,” Godard says. “My art is a vehicle to do something in the world that will make a difference.”

Marko Mavrovich is among the family of Park West Gallery artists who were in the military prior to becoming an artist, and he strives to let soldiers know their service is appreciated.

Mavrovich served in the Navy while living in Yugoslavia, often sketching in his downtime. He recalls being surprised at how fascinated his shipmates were with his craft.

“I remember at night guys would gather in my cabin…and everybody calmed down and watched me draw,” Mavrovich says. “It’s a healing thing.”

Mavrovich later moved back to California, where he worked as a diver until an accident involving a propeller almost sliced off his arm. He took it as a sign and decided to pursue his passion for art. Since then, he has never forgotten the effect his art could have on others.

OPENING SPREAD: A Pictorial History of the United States Army (Also known as To Make Men Free), (original image 1940s; 2012), Norman Rockwell THIS PAGE: Waiting for a Best Friend to Come Home (2016), Marko Mavrovich OPPOSITE PAGE, TOP: San Diego VIP collectors with Tim Yanke’s Summit Flags. (Photo courtesy of John Block) OPPOSITE PAGE, BOTTOM: Park West Gallery Director Morris Shapiro and retired United State Marine Corps Staff Sergeant R. Lee Ermey with artwork by Norman Rockwell.

Mavrovich has used his art to support military organizations such as the SEAL Legacy Foundation, the Kentucky Pro Bass Warriors, the Hero Dog Awards, and the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Washington, D.C. “It’s a constant mission for me to raise as much money as I can with my art,” Mavrovich says.

Along with Mavrovich, other Park West Gallery artists who have served in their respective militaries include Michael Cheval, Alfred Gockel, Sam Park, Viktor Shvaiko, Alex Perez, LeRoy Neiman, Itzchak Tarkay, and Pino.

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Yanke Doodle (2016), Tim Yanke

Other Park West Gallery artists assist veterans on individual levels. The Miami-based David “Lebo” Le Batard partnered with woodworker and retired Army Sgt. Michael Williams to create unique works of art on wood panels Williams crafts out of purpleheart wood.

Williams served as a bomb squad leader until he was injured in an IED explosion. He now uses purpleheart wood in reference to the Purple Heart medal awarded to soldiers.

“To me, veterans and teachers are two of our most underserved people in our communities,” Lebo says. “I absolutely wanted to work with Michael and any vets that are trying to do something artistic.”

Lebo also held arts workshop for veterans in June 2017. By partnering with ArtServe, a coalition that helps artists become involved with underserved communities and at-risk youth, a group of veterans met Lebo and

“They made such sacrifices as a family, and still continue to make them,” said Park West Gallery Director Morris Shapiro.

“To be a part of the whole team of Military Makeover, including all the donors and the professionals, was truly humbling.”

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created art under his guidance. He also held a workshop for veterans at the American Legion Post 142 in Florida.

“If we can use my work—in whatever capacity—to help whatever suffering they might be going through, to me it’s just a small way of saying thank you,” Lebo says.

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Tim Yanke embraces patriotism with his depictions of the American flag in his “Yanke Doodle” series. The popular series resulted in the creation of his Summit Flags, which benefit the Gary Sinise Foundation among other military organizations.

Park West Gallery strives to honor soldiers as well. In 2016, Park West Gallery partnered with Military Makeover, a television mini-series hosted by actor and retired United

TOP: David “Lebo” Le Batard with veterans at a creative workshop in Pompano Beach, Florida.

BOTTOM: Lebo shakes hands with Harold, a 100-year-old U.S. military veteran, at one of his workshops.

State Marine Corps Staff Sergeant R. Lee Ermey. The show renovates the homes of military families around the country.

Park West donated artwork to decorate the home of the Phinizy family.

“They made such sacrifices as a family, and still continue to make them,” said Park West Gallery Director Morris Shapiro.

“To be a part of the whole team of Military Makeover, including all the donors and the professionals, was truly humbling.”

That same year, Park West staff members collected food, games, and other items and sent them to soldiers serving overseas with Troops Need Love Too, a volunteer organization raising public awareness and appreciation for soldiers. A total of 29 packages were sent during the Christmas season to Olive in Fatigues with Martini (2016), Michael Godard

deliver some holiday cheer to the soldiers.

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Park West Gallery Wows Crowds at China's Art Amoy Art Fair

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From Rembrandt to Peter Max, Park West Gallery’s art collection turned heads during its first-ever appearance at the Art Amoy Art Fair in China.

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The art fair was held in May 2017 at the Xiamen International Convention and Exhibition Center in the port city of Xiamen. Park West Gallery was the only U.S.-based art dealer at the fair, where

Park West Gallery’s participation in Art Amoy is a natural extension of its continued expansion into the Asia cruise market.

more than 10,000 artworks were exhibited.

Guests who visited the Park West booth discovered According to Teng Li, an official with Art Amoy, the event

a treasure trove of artwork that spanned across art

aims to promote the cultural and artistic atmosphere of

history. Artwork from Rembrandt was prominently on

Xiamen as “one of the top-class art fairs in Asia.”

display alongside art from modern masters like Pablo Picasso and Joan Miró. Art from contemporary icons like Max, Pino Daeni, Yaacov Agam, and Itzchak Tarkay also wowed guests.

In addition to presenting art, Park West Gallery Executive Vice President of Sales Stoney Goldstein was invited to host a discussion on current trends in collecting fine art.

According to Art Amoy’s social media channels, his seminar “redefined the meaning of art collecting.”

“Park West Gallery is honored to be part of Art Amoy,” Goldstein said. “The potential of the Chinese market motivates our presence. The market, the collectors, and the integration of Eastern and Western culture is what Park West Gallery stands for and encourages.”

Park West Gallery’s participation in Art Amoy is a natural extension of its continued expansion into the Asia cruise market. The bustling harbor city of Xiamen received 79 international cruise ships in 2016, each sailing to destinations such as Taiwan, South Korea, Japan, and the Philippines. That same year, Park West introduced art programs aboard eight cruise ships in Asia. Park West Gallery also partnered with Chinese pop star G.E.M. to help raise funds for charity.

The number of homes in Asia brightened by Park West Gallery art has increased tenfold since 2010. Park West ships more than 20,000 works of art from the United States to China on an annual basis.

OPENING SPREAD: Park West Gallery’s booth at Art Amoy.

THIS PAGE: Park West Gallery Executive Vice President of Sales Stoney Goldstein discusses collecting art at the 2017 Art Amoy.

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CSABA MARKUS La Lucania - 2016 • 27 1/4” x 20”

Caldograph (digital multiple through dye-sublimation on wood) with hand-embellishments using a variety of gold leafs and acrylic paints.

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Park West Locations You can purchase Park West art in our galleries in Southfield, Michigan and Miami Lakes,

Florida, on board many cruise ships, and at world-class resorts through our event locations.

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