Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Collecting Currently

The Brooklyn Museum is launching a new evening series on art collecting for seasoned collectors and those just curious.



The first class, Collecting in Brooklyn, is next Wednesday, with another on creating a niche collection on June 7.



From the Museum:

Collecting in Brooklyn


Wednesday, May 27, 7 - 8:30 p.m.


Familiarize yourself with the work of emerging Brooklyn artists and develop insider strategies for art collecting. Moderated by András Szántó, senior lecturer at Sotheby's Institute of Art and co-founder of ArtWorldsalon.com, the panel includes Danny Simmons, noted artist and collector; Joe Amrhein from Williamsburg's Pierogi gallery; Steve Weintraub of Arts in Bushwick; and Jen Bekman of Jen Bekman Gallery and Jen Bekman Projects, Inc.

Creating a Niche Collection


Wednesday, June 10, 7 - 8:30 p.m.


Receive insight into building a collection that reflects your passion and personal interest. Moderated by Barry R. Harwood, Brooklyn Museum curator, the panel includes Michael Valentine, collector and publisher; Eric Silver, private dealer, a featured appraiser on the "Antiques Roadshow," and Director of Lillian Nassau LLC; Robert Lesser, collector; and Katherine Griefen, Director of A.I.R. Gallery.

Registration
Registration is $20 per session ($15 for Members) or $36 for both sessions ($28 for Members). Wine included. Wine bar opens at 6:30 p.m. To register, visit http://www.museumtix.com/.

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