The Unlikely Art Collector

Why did I choose the title of "The Unlikely Art Collector"? There are a few reasons, but the first thing that comes to mind is that I know very little about art. Fourteen years ago I took an art history class and I learned a little about various art periods and various styles, but it wasn't enough for me to become a wise investor in art. But I love the hunt...finding something that might be of value or sometimes just to buy a simple poster or drawing that just seems to be screaming my name...

My taste in art is very eclectic! I am drawn to beautiful oils, the colorful watercolors and simple drawings done in ink, pencil or charcoal. I like vintage and sometimes I like modern. More than anything else, I like learning about the artist whose vision created the artwork that I buy.

I created this blog so I can write about the pieces I find. I will sometimes include the items that I think are of value and sometimes the items I bought because they made me smile. If you recognize an artist or a particular piece, please comment and share your knowledge with me. If I incorrectly describe an item, please correct me. Thanks for reading!