Review of Fine Art Connoisseur Magazine
All art collectors who want to keep abreast and informed about collecting need to take a look at Fine Art Connoisseur magazine. Formally the smaller but knowledgeable magazine, Plein Air, Fine Art Connoisseur has broadened and deepened its scope. It is visually satisfying and intellectually meaningful, offering enough of both to please the art scholar and art lover as well as those fortunate enough to be able to collect art seriously. This is a large, bi-monthly magazine, and when I say large I mean as in its dimensions, a handsome 9 x 11 inches and in the number of images, articles and departments of information that it offers. It is also printed on the highest quality paper with excellent coloring. Even the advertisers offer fine images of works they hope to sell, and their images add to, not detract from, the magazines premier and classy image.
Let's look for example at the articles offered in the most recent issue of November-December 2006:
1. The Tragic Vision of Thomas Eakins by Henry Adams
His biographer traces the turbulent life and artistic milestones of Thomas Eakins (1844-1916), still widely viewed as 19th Century America's greatest painter.
2. Benjamin Williams Leader: Rediscovering a Key Victorian Landscapist by Peter Trippi
Once renowned, the landscapes of rural England painted by B.W. Leader (1831-1923) are being reassessed by a new generation of collectors and scholars.
3. Collecting Prints Now: Everything You Need to Know by Marilyn S. Kushner
A distinguished museum curator points out what to look for as you begin, or continue, your adventure in collecting original fine art prints.
4. Prints Across America
The world of making and collecting prints in America has never been livelier than it is today. Here's a snapshot of what's happening where.
5. Artists Making Their Mark: Three to Watch
Discover and take note of the immense talents of the contemporary artists Kim Fancher Lordier, Rob Matthews, and Roseta Santiago.
6. Destination Art: Connect with Art in Connecticut by Linda Lyons and Peter Trippi
The Constitution State offers art enthusiasts an array of distinctive, and charming, art-related sites both historical and contemporary.
7. Hidden Collection: Britain's Most British Shop Unveils Its Art Collection by Estelle Lovatt
The world knows Fortnum & Mason as grocer to Her Majesty the Queen, but few realize that the shop owns an intriguing collection of paintings gathered by its late chairman.
Other articles from recent issues include:
In September/October
American Women Painters in Paris, 1860-1900 by Barbara Weinberg
The organizer of a major new exhibition focuses on seven women who ventured abroad for reasons similar to-and different from-those of their male counterparts.
Jacob Collins: A Classical Realist Who Thinks Ahead by Rachel Wolf
On the eve of another solo exhibition in NY, this accomplished painter is guiding the launch of an innovative academy that will train new generations of artists
In the Spring 2006 Issue
The Tragic Vision of Thomas Eakins by Henry Adams
His biographer traces the turbulent life and artistic milestones of Thomas Eakins (1844-1916), still widely viewed as 19th-century America's greatest painter.
Benjamin Williams Leader: Rediscovering a Key Victorian Landscapist by Peter Trippi
Once renowned, the landscapes of rural England painted by B.W. Leader (1831-1923) are being reassessed by a new generation of collectors and scholars.
Other regular departments offered in the magazine include:
1. Collecting & Investing
With an article such as "A Thorough Bill of Sale Is Your Best Defense", by Patricia Jobe Pierce.
2. Collector Savvy
An informative article such as: Your Painting's Materials May Prove Its Authenticity (or Not) by Rustin Levenson.
3. For Your Collection
An article such as "American Pictures Painted in France". Information on 3 such 19th Century artists and available paintings and prices.
4. Gallery Profile
A featured gallery such as Sheperd & Derom Galleries of New York City, in the Sept/Oct issue.
5. Curator Profile
Just that, a profile on a senior curator.
6. Off the Walls
An event calendar of what is going on at auctions, in museums and in galleries.
Eric Rhoads is the publisher, founder and Editor-in-Chief of Fine Art Connoisseur and its predecessor Plein Air. His vision for this rich and intelligent magazine has been successful and his decision to hire Peter Trippi as editor is also to his credit. Peter Trippi brings a long list of accomplishments and experience to the magazine. His positions as a curator for the Brooklyn Museum and the Director of the Dahesh Museum in NYC give the magazine a deeper understanding of the art world as does his writing experience and scholarship. Mr. Trippi is also the world expert on the 19th century English painter Waterhouse .
To Find out More or Subscribe
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For other business, call the Palm Beach headquarters at 561-655-8778 (Weekdays 9-5 Eastern US).
Visit their site at www.fineartconnoisseur.com You may also subscribe online, order back issues and see their table of contents of each issue before ordering. You can check out their useful resource center and their event calendar. A one-year 6 issue subscription in the USA is $39.99 and a two-year 12 issue subscription is $59.99 Information on international subscription can be found on the site.
