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1.7.12
January 2012 Newsletter - Peter Max
Peter Max Painted Iconic Images of the 1960’s and 70’s
It can be said about many artists that their lives are interesting and Peter Max has certainly lead an unusual and interesting life. Born in Germany in 1937, at age one, his family moved to Shanghai, China, later to Tibet, Israel and France until finally settling in the United States.
His mother...
more... 11.24.11
Holiday 2011 Newsletter
Make Gift-Giving Easy for Yourself and Your Fellow LEAPdirect Members
Even if you don’t live in the USA, you know that the day after Thanksgiving is the “unofficial” start of the holiday shopping season. “Official” or not, now is the time to start making your deals on the art work “must-haves” for your holiday...
more... 11.13.11
November 2011 Newsletter- Thomas Kinkade "Painter of Light"
If you know anything about Thomas Kinkade, the term “Painter of Light” makes perfect sense to you. His paintings have a light that seems to come from within. One look at his nostalgic cottage scenes and you will see they beckon the viewer to come in, sit by the fire and make yourself comfortable.
Cozy cottages and lovely gardens are not the only...
more... 10.9.11
October 2011 Newsletter- Artist's Proofs
Artist’s Proofs:
What Are They and Why Are They Worth More?
Have you seen the designation A.P. on some of the prints listed in the Artist Index on LEAPdirect and wondered what that was all about?
The concept of artist proofs first started when artists were hired for commissioned work. Their payment usually included lodging, a small sum for living...
more... 8.28.11
August 2011 Newsletter-We'll make this quick.
Just a couple of quick items this month...
We don’t want to take up too much of your waning summer days so we‘re making this month’s newsletter short.
In case you missed the last member email, be sure to read the article below about the upcoming change in policy for your LEAPdirect membership.
Take a few minutes to check out...
more... 7.24.11
July 2011 Newsletter- Howard Terpning Featured Artist
Howard Terpning
“Storyteller of the Native American"
In 1976, Howard Terpning took a bold move to move to Tucson and leave a financially rewarding commercial art career to pursue his dream to become a western artist. It was certainly a wise choice for him and art lovers everywhere. Take a look at some of his works featured on LEAPdirect.
Born...
more... 6.19.11
June 2011 Newsletter- Summer is for Art Fairs
In this issue…
Interesting Members Public Profiles
Summer is for Art Fairs
Your Member Public Profile
You want to sell your art and we want to help. To get a strong presence on LEAPdirect you need to have an interesting Member’s Public Profile. Here's a few examples of some great ones. Your profile page...
more... 5.22.11
May 2011 Newsletter - Your Member Profile is the Way to Get Noticed
We know how it is...
You have the best of intentions to set up your Member Profile and something distracts you and it’s left unfinished. No big deal except, in the meantime, visitors are coming every day to LEAPdirect.com, but they are not seeing your art. We don’t want you to miss out so here’s a bit of a nudge!
Here’s a few ideas on how to get your...
more... 4.16.11
April 2011 LEAPdirect Newsletter - Robert Bateman
Robert Bateman: Artist, Teacher, Environmentalist
The renowned Canadian naturalist and painter Robert Bateman did not immediately consider art as a profession. Lucky for us, he changed his mind.
Born in 1930 in Toronto, Ontario, he has always been fascinated in the natural world. He focused on geography when studying at Victoria College in the University of...
more... 3.22.11
March 2011 LEAPdirect Newsletter - Color Wheels as Art
LEAPdirect brings you another informative article about the art world. Just another benefit of being a valued member… Visit now for more information, art for sale and discussions between members-both collectors and artists.
Color Wheels are More than Just Beautiful
There is something about color wheels that even non-artists enjoy. All of those bright...
more... 2.13.11
February 2011 LEAPdirect Newsletter
Thomas Blackshear II
This month’s Featured Artist
One of today’s most celebrated African American artists is Thomas Blackshear II. He was born in Waco Texas and grew up in Atlanta Georgia where he showed a great interest in art. He has said he was always drawing and would rather do that than be out playing sports. He studied art on a scholarship and graduated from the...
more... 1.24.11
January 2011 Newsletter - Bev Doolittle Featured Artist
Artist Bev Doolittle’s Paintings Camouflage — Not Hide
“Camouflage art" is often used to describe Bev Doolittle’s style. Camouflage in art is when there are images hidden within other images or when several images blend together to create another larger image.
Ms. Doolittle has said, “I use camouflage to slow down the storytelling in a...
more... 1.12.11
January 2011 Events
Come in out of the cold and attend an art fair. Here are just a few.
The 26th Annual Los Angeles IFPDA Print Fair
Los Angeles Convention Center
Los Angeles, California, USA
January 19 - 23, 2011
More info: http://www.laartshow.com/pages/print_fair.html
Art Palm Beach
January 21 – 23, 2011
Palm Beach County Convention...
more... 1.12.11
Perspective is one of those words with more than one use
I am thinking more about art rather than the state of one’s ideas. The artist draws us into the scene by placement, size and color of the subject. How often have you looked at a painting starting with an overall view and find your eyes moving further into the picture giving you another impression of what you are seeing? This is probably due to perspective. An...
more... 1.11.11
I recently saw a Navajo rug and was impressed
I recently saw a Navajo rug and was impressed with the design and use of colors as well as the condition of the yarn used. I don’t know how old it was but I imagine it was made long before all of the commercial Native American artifacts we see today in the galleries and gift shops. These humble people crafted the design using wools they spun, tinted with colors they...
more... 1.7.11
Art styles and processes have changed many times
As we all know, art styles and processes have changed many times over the years and here we are in a new decade. Wonder what will be available in the future? Well so do we and we are hopeful that our members will bring any new limited edition art prints and artists to our attention. Interests and preferences are as varied as our members as collectors are and we try to display a wide...
more... 1.5.11
Art can be purchased in so many different ways.
There are the sidewalk sales by the artists, galleries in store and online, department stores and, the way we especially like and prefer, through membership in LEAPdirect. Our members are communicating with each other from the wish lists and the Members Currently Offering section and making their private financial arrangements. Now what could be better than that? We always...
more... 1.2.11
Thinking about the art some people display in the kitchen.
Art can be found in so many parts of our lives. Sure, we all love the limited edition prints that draw us together but I was just thinking about the art some people display in the kitchen! We know of the TV stars that have their own restaurants or have been trained in Europe or maybe the local college, but I am impressed with the mother, father, grandmother that have spent most of their...
more... 12.31.10
Henri Matisse
Today we celebrate the birth of Henri Matisse - 1869
more... 12.29.10
Business and art!
Have you ever considered the value of the artist when companies plan their product packaging, advertisement and design of their logos? A can of soup might have a picture of vegetables; a print ad might include people, places and things. The logo must tell the viewer who the company is and colors play a major part in all of the above. Artists of many different...
more... 12.27.10
The variety of artists and styles is amazing.
When you remember that all of the images are from owners of these prints, purchased because they love them, you realize we all have our own unique preferences in art. Every time you come to our site you see a random selection of print titles from several artists on the Home Page. The best part is that if you return several times a day you will see entirely different works...
more... 12.20.10
December 2010 LEAPdirect Newsletter Happy Holidays
Oh, to be a kid again during the holidays!
If we could just wave the magic wand and get back that sense of wonder, excitement and anticipation children feel during the holidays. Alas, until someone invents a time machine, it's just not going to happen.
There are a few things you can do to get the peg on your excitement meter moving. Slow down, take a...
more... 12.19.10
Christmas is celebrated all around the world
Christmas is celebrated all around the world and because many recognize the holiday in different ways art around the event can have many different styles. I spent a little time viewing prints on our site and found several with Mary and Child, churches, kids waiting for Santa and of course old Santa getting ready to start his nighttime trip around the world and some of him delivering his...
more... 12.15.10
Holiday lighting is an art.
I went to the Zoo Lights at the Denver Zoo last week and they were amazing. While viewing the lights and walking the zoo grounds I realized that it is an art placing holiday lighting. It is not a matter of simply tossing some lights over a few bushes, fences and trees. Doing it right means putting some thought into the placement, colors used, and more importantly putting one's...
more... 12.13.10
Artist Albert Barker was born in 1874
Artist Albert Barker was born in 1874, in Chicago, Illinois, and died in 1947. His first formal education was at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts from 1890 to 1895. His preference was for charcoal drawing, and the medium suited him, as he was partially colorblind. Because of his interest in the classics and archaeology, he received a Ph.D. in Greek archaeology from the University of...
more... 12.6.10
I was just looking at some prints by artist Mian Situ
and it brought to mind how our country has relied on the Chinese immigrants over the years. Mr. Situ has been recognized internationally for his exceptional talent and he has said that he feels a strong need to preserve the traditional ways of life and dress before they are lost. His paintings seem always to tell a story. Case in point look at the print titled “Sutter’s...
more... 11.27.10
December 2010 Events
Miami, Florida is the place to be for art fairs this December. For a more info and a good list of what and where, go to:
http://socialmiami.com/articles/Art-Basel-Miami-Beach.asp
In case you can't make it to Miami, here's a couple others around the USA.
2010 Print Fair at the Flint Institute of Arts
Dec 11 – 12, 2010
Flint, Michigan, USA ...
more... 11.21.10
We have several members who are artists
Did you know that original art is often put up for sale on LEAPdirect for purchase by members? When the offer is from the artist you know he or she is also a member of LEAPdirect. Confidential contact can be made through our site and any resulting negotiations are between only the seller and buyer. If you are looking to make a purchase direct from an artist you can go the Search file and...
more... 11.15.10
November 2010 Newsletter
Pssst! The Holidays are Here
Just in case you are in denial, the holidays have arrived. You know that means the annual shopping dilemma. What to buy? What gift will be meaningful and not just one more thing stashed in a drawer and forgotten?
Our members have the answer for you. Give art! Instead of the obscure drawer, your gift can be displayed proudly on the...
more... 11.14.10
Do you ever read the comics in the paper?
I do and just this morning I realized I can recognize the strip by the artist style.”ZITS” is one of my favorites and I love the way Jerry Scott and Jim Borgman draw the family and can get the message about parent and teenage son relations across with body language and facial expressions. And how about “CLOSE TO HOME” by John McPherson and...
more... 11.7.10
Many countries have a designated day of thanksgiving
and the USA day is coming this month. Here, we often are thankful for family, friends and health among a multitude of other blessings. Sure, the turkey dinner is a highlight and don’t forget all of the football games to watch, but there are many of us that volunteer to help serve dinner to the less fortunate. Each person has their own way of observing this holiday. We have one...
more... 10.31.10
Sarah-Jane Szikora is an artist in the UK
that had early training in illustration. According to her website, in 1993 she decided to live her dream of working as an artist. Her subjects are bigger than life, extremely exaggerated no matter large or small. She presents her figures with a humorous approach to the human condition using vibrant colors. A quote from her site is “I love the challenge of finding...
more... 10.25.10
Most cities have unwanted graffiti
but several are turning the scene around by encouraging the taggers to use their talent in more productive ways. As I recall New York City had their subway cars covered with desired graffiti and other cities are having murals that depict positive messages painted on buildings throughout the area. At risk kids are put to work cleaning off the graffiti and given an opportunity to prove...
more... 10.20.10
October 2010 Newsletter All's Well
With a nod to William Shakespeare, this month's quote could read ….
"The course of an internet web site never did run smooth." We've had a few glitches along the way to bringing you the best “all-things art” web site. We persevered and as Bill would say,
“All’s well that ends well.”
LEAPdirect is now...
more... 10.17.10
Are you ready for all the ghosts and goblins?
We have four great prints that should get you in the mood. Start with “The Pumpkin Patch” by James S. Meger. It is not too scary but it has the real feel of October with lots of pumpkins ready and just waiting to be carved. For those that live in the colder regions you have to appreciate “Halloween Snowman” by Kirk Randle. How many years have the kids trudged...
more... 10.12.10
Call to Artists and Photographers.
Your own free art gallery is waiting for you to set up today. Display your work to thousands of art lovers and collectors. Set up your profile and get seen by buyers of art. We have over 1300 members, the majority of which are collectors. We also get seen by many who are not members but are looking for art to hang on their walls in their homes and businesses.
Check out our...
more... 10.9.10
Check out Passage-Avatar
by artist Michael Whelan. When I first saw this print I was impressed with the monochromatic blue of the scene. Then I got to thinking about the movie Avatar and wondered about the meaning of the word. Well, Wikipedia has quite a section on the Hindu concept. It seems to mean “descent“ from heaven to earth and translated in English as incarnation or as appearance or...
more... 10.4.10
Find us on Face book at...
http://www.facebook.com/pages/LEAPdirectcom-Limited-Edition-Art-Prints/72960315335. You don’t have to be a Facebook member to just check us out and see what we are all about. If you are a Facebook member be sure to write on the wall to tell us what is happening in your world and hey, if you aren’t a Facebook member just sign up and see how many others out there are...
more... 9.29.10
October 2010 Events
October Events are worth falling for...
Currier & Ives On The Hudson
Until October 11, 2010
Boscobel House & Gardens
Garrison, NY, USA
More info: http://www.boscobel.org/exhibition-gallery.html
Pulling from History: Letterpress
Until Nov 20, 2010
The Print Center
Philadelphia, PA, USA...
more... 9.27.10
Abstract art seems always to make
you think, at least it does me. I attempt to figure out the thought process of the artist in composing the work and may not be even close to what he or she is contemplating but it is fun for someone with no formal art training. Case in point is the artist Adja Yunkers. Per Wikipedia .com He was an abstract artist born in Riga, Latvia and trained in various cities in...
more... 9.19.10
Live models willing to pose
for hours at a time for art students deserve admiration in my opinion. Can you imagine holding a pose for even 20 minutes with no movement to allow the artist make their sketch? Or how about the model that might have to stay in place for maybe 1½ hours for a class? The human body is a beautiful thing but haven’t we all seen renditions that left us wondering...
more... 9.13.10
Our local newspaper covers the arts
on a weekly basis and recently did an article on the conservators in the Art Museum. One specializes in textiles which includes the job of cleaning years of dirt off an item and gently making repairs to restore it to an original state. All of this requires dedication, knowledge and skill but better throw in a pretty good knowledge of science as well. Knowing which solvents and methods...
more... 9.10.10
What would you consider Elite Art?
This is a new term to me. It appears that some art dealers hold an art work to be sold to one of the most prominent of collectors rather than the speculator. In other words because it will bring in big bucks, often in the millions, they want the buyer to keep it rather than turn it for profit. Sounds like a plan but it is way out of my...
more... 9.6.10
Jane Jones is an artist but also
teaches art workshops and classes. She lives in Colorado and her website says she loves living there because of the high altitude and low humidity. This causes bright and intense days that bring out colors and details that she loves to paint. We have several of her limited edition signed prints on LEAPdirect that you should enjoy. Her subject is usually a single flower in a lovely...
more... 8.31.10
Sometimes spending time on the computer
can be a little lonely. You have a job to do and you close yourself off from the world. However, if you are seeking company and loving art at the same time LEAPdirect is a fine place to visit. You can start a discussion with others of the same mind and talk about artists in general, specific prints, styles or anything else art related you can think of. We have made it as easy as possible to...
more... 8.22.10
We haven’t talked much about photography
on LEAPdirect over the months but I just watched a show called Travels to the Edge on our local PBS station that stars Art Wolfe. He is a nature and wildlife and cultural photographer that also does a lot of work with still life, and abstract composition. He was trained as a painter and uses an artist’s passion and vision in his photographs and composition is of primary...
more... 8.14.10
I was just reading an article that discussed
the concern the art world has over funding for our marvelous art venues. New York City saw a great need and recently restored funding the arts since people just don't give as much as past generations have. The Government is not supporting the arts in the budget and some states have cut their cultural budgets as much as 80%. Maybe we should all feel a little better about supporting our...
more... 8.9.10
How soon is too soon
to start little kids thinking about art? Many Childrens' museums are emphasizing art in their activities and hoping to fill the void since schools are cutting arts from the curriculum. Parents and caretakers can spend some real quality time with youngsters with a box of crayons just putting colors on a piece of paper. Think of all the bright colors on kids toys. Color and...
more... 8.5.10
On this beautiful sunny day...
I noticed how much more vivid the colors are in the flowers, grass and the sky! I bet an artist has a delightful time trying to match nature in all her glory. LEAPdirect has several prints by very talented artists with the ability to paint with a true eye for color. Just for fun check out Carolyn Blish and "Glad Profusion". Gladiolas in just about every...
more... 8.1.10
If you like art that shows a typical open market scene
... filled with the feel and atmosphere of beautiful fragrant flowers you will love the works of artist Clark Hulings. He was in Spain as a child and has traveled to Egypt and Mexico and his works show a preference for rustic and provincial scenes of everyday life . Mr. Hulings studied art in the United States and has won several awards. We currently have only three of his...
more... 7.24.10
Robert Kipniss is an artist of some renown.
He is a member of the Royal Society of Painters and Printmaking. His works are stylized scenes with nature and architecture elements. The prints we have on Leapdirect are all monochromatic presenting a soft, hazy view. If you are not familiar with this artist why not go to his gallery page right now? Click on a couple of titles to get a real feel for his style.
...
more... 7.22.10
Quilting is an art form
that has nothing to do with limited edition art prints. Another staff member and I dabble in quilt making and have agreed that it is sort of like getting ready to paint a picture. You choose a design, determine what size you want to make and get your palate of colors together. The difference is you usually use a quilt pattern, decide if it will be bed size or a wall hanging, pick your...
more... 7.19.10
It is summer time and the street fairs are starting.
The event that really draws my attention is the sidewalk chalk art. I am amazed at the talent of these artists using plain old concrete as their canvas with crowds of people walking around them while they are composing their masterpieces. Most of the viewers quietly watch while the talent is displayed but there seems always to be those that talk and appraise. Even more amazing is that...
more... 7.9.10
Take a look at our Hi-lighted artist John Nieto.
His style is contemporary and his main subject matter is related to the Native American culture. He uses bold primary colors in his prints and he also works in sculpting, etchings pastel crayons and charcoal. We have only a few of his prints on LEAPdirect but be sure to check out the serigraph titled “Fancy Dresser”
more... 6.23.10
Unfortunately LEAPdirect has had some down time
due to our webhosting company attempting to upgrade their servers. Your LEAP team is staying on top of it and doing what we can to keep the problems to a minimum. We have decided, after a two month battle, to switch hosting companies and are planning this to happen within the next week. We sure don’t want any member to have difficulty in registering their prints,...
more... 6.21.10
Have you told your friends and family about LEAPdirect yet?
Even if they don’t own a limited edition print we are sure they will enjoy looking at all the pretty pictures. Who knows, this might be the very thing that converts them to join the wonderful world of art appreciation. There is so much in this world to enjoy, good food, a beautiful day, a rousing sports event, or a quiet evening at home so why not include viewing some fine print...
more... 6.19.10
Father’s Day is often a day
to just buy a gift for Dad and have a BBQ, but here at LEAPdirect we have many prints by various artists that depict the meaning of the love between father and child. Just take a look at “More of Life’s Little Lessons” By Mike Capser or “Bedtime Story” by Brent Benger. In fact why don’t you go to the search menu and under Category check ...
more... 6.12.10
We at LEAPdirect want to be the preferred site
... for our members to keep track of all of their art and have an opportunity to buy and sell in a secure environment. Being able to communicate with artists, gallery owners and individual print owners provides you with a ready and easy source of information through our Discussion Forum. You can search for subject matter and content and find new artists with works to meet your needs. And...
more... 6.7.10
We will be showcasing the artists on LEAPdirect
We will be showcasing the artists on LEAPdirect over the months ahead but with nearly 500 artists in our site we have to do just one at a time. We will randomly choose an artist. That artist may be very well known or a talented unknown. Along with the artist name one or two print titles representative of his or her style will be listed and possibly some tidbit about the artist. Check out...
more... 6.3.10
We have many new members
We have many new members that are taking advantage of the Public Profile section. This is a great way to get acquainted with other art lovers and collectors. You can also learn about the many artists that are LEAPdirect members. The only way a dialog can be established is for new and old members to set up their own unique profile sharing their interests and knowledge of all art forms....
more... 5.29.10
Our research department is always checking
Our research department is always checking for updated hi-low sale prices on limited edition prints and will attempt to post the updated prices on a quarterly basis. Not all sales are found and even with the most popular artists not every title sold are listed but we will continue to do our best in keeping our site current. Our hope is this will be of benefit to our members in...
more... 5.24.10
Social media is the really big thing
right now and we are a part of it. How many of you still read the news paper in the morning for your news? We have Blackberries, IPads, Notebooks, and Droids just to stay in tune with the world, some is business and some is just plain fun. Well, don’t miss out on the fun of communicating with other members of our very exquisite group of art collectors. We all have...
more... 5.19.10
So how many of you turn to Spider
So how many of you turn to Spider Solitaire or just surfing the net when you are just a little bit bored? Well there is another solution, come back to Leapdirect and start reviewing all of the artist and member portfolios. Our members have a wide variety of preferences in their choices of styles and contents so we have something for everyone. With nearly 500 artists to choose from you...
more... 5.8.10
Want to know who other members are?
Just click on the Member Profile Index. If the member has set up a Public Profile you will be able to view the information posted. You can see if they are listed as Individual or Commercial. If you are interested in looking for only artists you can search for that category among several others. This is an easy way to connect with like minded art lovers. Watch for this section to...
more... 5.6.10
OK, so you have some prints on your Wish List,
but you are the only one that knows about them. Well here is another super change made to make it easier to review all those perfect print titles you wish for. Now when you click on “Add to my Wish List” on the artist page the title and image is immediately added to the Wish List section on your Profile page. This can be seen by you and by others if you set it up as...
more... 5.2.10
Site down Friday April 30th thru May 2nd.
We apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced on April 30th through May2nd due to the site being down. Our webhosting company has upgraded their servers and for a period of about 12 hours LEAPdirect was offline while all programming was attempted to be migrated to the new servers. Unfortunately, the migration effort was not successful so we may experience another similar site...
more... 4.26.10
May 2010 Events
Get into Spring with some interesting events. Add yours!
More Than a Pretty Face: 150 Years of the Portrait Print
Until May 30, 2010
Portland, Oregon, USA
More Info: http://portlandartmuseum.org/home/
The most beautiful tulip prints and drawings from the Rijksmuseum collection
Mar 2, 2010 – Jun 1, 2010 ...
more... 4.22.10
Be sure to check out our new Home page
Be sure to check out our new Home page. You get a chance to see what some of our other members are doing. You don’t have to go to Twitter to keep up, on Leapdirect art lovers can hear about other art lovers on a site dedicated to us! Look a little further daily and you will see a random selection of titles from our vast artist’s galleries. Who knows, you may even see one...
more... 4.16.10
April 2010 Events
Just a few exciting events coming up in April. Add yours to the Discussion Forum. It's a great spot to get the word out about your event!
Minneapolis Print and Drawing Fair
April 22 – April 25, 2010
The Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
More info:...
more... 4.15.10
April 2010 Enhanced Web Site Launch Announcement
Have you seen it ?
LEAPdirect.com
has been expanded and improved
All wall art is included, One-of-A-Kinds, Photographs, Original Artwork, etc. can now be bought, sold and recorded in your personal profile and displayed on your Public Profile page.
Some of the exciting features now offered:
Set up your Member’s Public Profile and show off...
more... 4.14.10
We are so excited
We are so excited over our new look we want to give you a brief tour! Just a few of the new features are the personal profile section, a much expanded communication opportunity between members ,the ability to search for not only artists and titles but also catagories and even the content in prints. Play our LEAPgame to see if you can identify the title of a print just by looking at it. You...
more... 3.29.10
Have you ever taken an art course
Have you ever taken an art course or even played with a “paint by number” kit? I have and it is great fun but quickly identifies skill or lack of same. If you purchase a kit in any style or method you of course get an instruction guide which is generally well written and complete. But even with all of this professional guidance you still need practice. If...
more... 3.10.10
Perspective is one of those words
Perspective is one of those words with more than one use. I am thinking more about art rather than the state of one’s ideas. The artist draws us into the scene by placement, size and color of the subject. How often have you looked at a painting starting with an overall view and find your eyes moving further into the picture giving you another impression of...
more... 2.22.10
As we all know, art styles and processes have changed
As we all know, art styles and processes have changed many times over the years and here we are in a new decade. Wonder what will be available in the future? Well so do we and we are hopeful that our members will bring any new LEAP products and artists to our attention. Interests and preferences are as varied as our members as collectors are and we try to display a wide...
more... 2.15.10
February 2010 LEAPdirect Newsletter
Another Great Year On the Way
As LEAPdirect.com gears up for 2010 and our third year, we want to thank you for being a valued member.
Everyday we see new members and the art they bring to the site. Intriguing, beautiful, and fascinating art is added daily from artists that you may never have heard of, as well as those more familiar.
If you haven’t...
more... 1.31.10
February 2010 Art Events
The San Francisco Fine Print Fair Dates
February 5 - 7, 2010
Fort Mason Center, San Francisco, CA, USA
More info: http://www.sanfrancisco-fineprintfair.com/schedule.html
Seattle Print Fair
February 12-14, 2010
Davidson Galleries, Seattle, WA, USA
More info: http://www.seattleprintfair.com/2010/
Select Impressions
Now until March 13, 2010
Hightpoint Center for...
more... 1.19.10
Art can be purchased in so many different ways.
Art can be purchased in so many different ways. There are the sidewalk sales by the artists, galleries in store and online, department stores and, the way we especially like and prefer, through membership in LEAPdirect. Our members are communicating with each other from the wish lists and the Members Currently Offering section and making their private financial arrangements. ...
more... 1.11.10
January 2010 LEAPdirect Newsletter
New Year, New Decade, New LEAPdirect.com
10 years ago we heard how Y2K would bring us all down and we should prepare for the worst! Well, that just did not happen. The last decade may have been a rough one, but we have made it through.
2010 will bring unpredictable changes. Scary? Perhaps a little. But, we can handle it. Not all change is bad, why not embrace it? So,...
more... 1.4.10
Business and art!
Business and art! Have you ever considered the value of the artist when companies plan their product packaging, advertisement and design of their logos? A can of soup might have a picture of vegetables; a print ad might include people, places and things. The logo must tell the viewer who the company is and colors play a major part in all of the above. Artists of many...
more... 12.26.09
Worldwide there are four seasons
Worldwide there are four seasons in the year and every country has celebrations during each season. If you spend time on our site you will see prints that represent many of those celebrations. We find that in the U.S. we look for every opportunity to recognize national and even local holidays in our art. These are days that give inspiration to artists. About the only month in...
more... 12.22.09
January 2010 Art Events
Start the New Year right with art events like these:
The Los Angeles Printmaking Society 20th National Exhibition
Now until January 3rd, 2010
Los Angeles, CA 90027
More info: http://www.laprintmakers.com/site/home
Fantasies and Fairy-Tales:
Maxfield Parrish and the Art of the Print
Now until January 10, 2010
Delaware Art...
more... 12.15.09
December 2009 LEAPdirect Newsletter
‘Tis the Season to Enjoy Yourself
A few of our favorite things:
Canapés and a glass of wine while viewing great art…
A smooth cup of coffee with biscotti while reading a good book…
Popcorn and a bottle of beer while watching exciting sports...
Checking out the holiday lights with a cookie and hot chocolate...
Art, literature, food and sports...
more... 12.9.09
A glass of wine
A glass of wine while viewing great art, a hot steaming cup of smooth coffee while reading a good book or even eating popcorn and drinking a bottle of beer while watching an exciting sport game are some of our favorite things. Just about everyone finds pleasure in color, texture and sound. The flavor relates to the colors in the scene or the wine in the glass. Texture is realized from...
more... 11.27.09
Art Events for December 2009
Relax this holiday season - see some art!
Ink Miami Art Fair
December 2-6, 2009
Miami, Florida, USA
More info: http://www.inkmiamiartfair.com/
Art Basel
December 2-6, 2009
Miami Beach ConventionCenter
Miami Beach, Florida, USA
More info: http://www.artbaselmiamibeach.com/go/id/ss/
New Prints 209/Autumn
International Print Center New York
Now until December...
more... 11.25.09
2009 is winding down
2009 is winding down and we are more excited than ever about Limited Edition Prints. Daily our members register prints in their portfolios and add them to our artist index. We keep seeing new artists we were unaware of along with styles, moods and colors that are exciting. You can find just about any subject or theme be it religious, western, cultural, children, food or even...
more... 11.12.09
If you are looking for a specific subject or theme
If you are looking for a specific subject or theme in your next purchase of a limited edition print be sure to check out the Prints for Sale section. Prints are always listed for sale for 30 days by our members who are collectors just like you or maybe even the actual artist is also a member listing their own creation. We have historical, maritime, fantasy, wildlife and oh so many...
more... 10.30.09
Have you ever noticed the different styles,,,
Have you ever noticed the different styles and colors in street scenes from cities like Paris and New York City? Often the European street scenes are more muted colors with a softer tone whereas a New York scene might have Broadway lights, cars and lots of people appearing to rush about. What is the difference? Is it life style or do we just like movement and brighter colors...
more... 10.26.09
Exciting Art Events Happening November 2009
IFPDA Print Fair 09
November 4-8, 2009
Park Avenue Armory
New York City, NY, USA
More info: www.printfair.com
Boston International Fine Art Show
November 12 - 15, 2009
The Cyclorama At The Boston Center for The Arts
Boston, Massachusettes, USA
More info: http://fineartboston.com/
Dallas International Art, Antique & Jewelry Show
November 5 - 9,...
more... 10.8.09
October 2009 Events
Plenty of art events to enhance your Autumn...
Mezzotints: Prints of Darkness
Until Oct 25, 2009
The Chazen Museum of Art
Madison, Wisconsin, USA
More info: http://www.chazen.wisc.edu/exhibitions/index.asp
ACCROCHAGE: Artists of the Gallery - Paintings, Drawings and Prints ...
more... 10.5.09
Looking at the different styles of artists
Looking at the different styles of artists and knowing the hundreds of years they have given us pleasure in their talent, it dawned on me that the artists must get pleasure in producing their works themselves. Some start very early in life going to school to study and gain skill, and then you realize Grandma Moses was seventy when she started! Her rustic, primitive style was perfect...
more... 9.22.09
Art starts for us at a very early age
Art starts for us at a very early age. As soon as we can hold a crayon and have something to draw on our talent appears. The creative result usually is displayed on the fridge door or tucked away in a safe place for special memories. Maybe our early talents are not world shaking but we still can be a part of the art world by exploring what others have produced. We don’t have...
more... 9.9.09
Art fairs and auctions are a fun place to buy art
Art fairs and auctions are a fun place to buy art. Many communities have art fairs or auctions in the summer months providing a great family outing. Just bundle up the kids, leave the pets at home, and venture out to enjoy the day. Be sure to visit all of the artists and their displays, the variety is often surprising. Feel free to ask questions and when you find something you really...
more... 9.1.09
What is your favorite subject
What is your favorite subject for prints in your collection? Is it Western and Native American? Or,how about Sports? Our members have such diverse preferences that you can find just about any subject you can think of. We have Whimsical, Children, Victorian Era, Nature and Wildlife, Aviation and oh so many more. Take a look through the artist portfolios and you likely will find...
more... 8.27.09
September 2009 Events
September 2009 Events
Can summer really be over? Don't despair, there's some great art to see out there!
International Contemporary Art Fair
September 2-4, 2009
San Diego, California
More info: http://www.beyondtheborder-art.com
FOTOSEPTIEMBRE USA-SAFOTO
September 2009
San Antonio, Texas
More info: http://www.safotofestival.com/
Las Vegas Artexpo
Sept 19-21,...
more... 8.26.09
Have you ever wondered where the comment “Art for Art’s Sake” came from?
Have you ever wondered where the comment “Art for Art’s Sake” came from? Well, it seems this phrase was taken over by the English Aesthetic Movement and used to imply that their artistic activities needed no moral or social justification. This indicates the artist has his or her own idea of art just as the casual viewer has. That is something to ponder as you...
more... 8.15.09
Several new artists added
In the past few weeks we have added several new artists to our list. These are artists our members have wanted included. We gladly investigate any artist suggested and if they meet our established criteria we add them to the list. Look at the great race horse artist, Anthony M. Alonso or John Barber for historical nautical art as examples of art by great print artists. If you have an...
more... 7.31.09
August 2009 Events
A few of the art fairs and exhibits coming up...
Uptown Art Fair 2009
August 7 - 9, 2009
Minneapolis, Minnesota
More info: http://205.214.225.82/~uptownminneapolis.com/art-fair/
Chuck Close Prints
Now until September 13, 2009
Frist Center for the Visual Arts
Nashville, Tennesee
More info:...
more... 7.28.09
Perhaps you have already taken a moment
Perhaps you have already taken a moment to review the monthly list of art events throughout the nation in the News Updates section. We also list this information in the Discussion Forum section. Our research team diligently checks out what is happening monthly in the general art arena but particularly the print art world. If you haven’t looked at it yet take a minute to do so, there just...
more... 7.3.09
Join us as a Linking Partner
Join us as a Linking Partner and increase traffic to your site. We are linking with artists, photographers, and organizations that are devoted and upstanding members of the art community. Join other professionals like artist "D Johnson Studio", "Professional Fine Art Network" and "Nature Photography Naturally". It is a simple process, just go...
more... 6.29.09
July 2009 Events
Art Fairs and Exhibits Galore
Festival International Montréal en Arts
July 2 - 5th, 2009
Montréal, Canada
More info: http://www.festivaldesarts.org/frame_accueil_eng.htm
Cherry Creek Arts Festival
July 3 - 5, 2009
Denver, Colorado
More info: http://www.cherryarts.org/FestivalInfo
Ann Arbor Sreet Art Fair 50th Annual
July 15 - 18, 2009
Ann Arbor, Michigan
More...
more... 6.21.09
Just think how much fun we have in this electronic age we live in.
Just think how much fun we have in this electronic age we live in. We have games we can play, we can be in constant contact with friends and family, can catch up on the latest news and weather and we can take advantage of LEAPdirect.com by using all of the benefits offered to our members. Not only that, you can expand your contacts by following us on Linkedin and Twitter....
more... 5.22.09
June 2009 Art Fairs, Festivals and Fun
Start the summer out right at some fun events.
Capitol Hill People's Fair
June 6 - 7, 2009
Civic Center Park- Denver, CO
More info: http://www.peoplesfair.com
MoCCA Art Festival
June 7 - 8, 2009
69th Regiment Armory-New York City
More info: www.moccany.org
Des Moines Arts Festival...
more... 5.17.09
Many words in our English language have more than one definition
Many words in our English language have more than one definition. Here is one we found in Thames and Hudson Dictionary of Art Terms. “ Bleed—1. In painting, the seeping through to the surface of a colour underneath. 2. In printing, the technique of making an illustration extend beyond the intended edge of a page, so that when the page is trimmed the illustration appears...
more... 5.7.09
May 2009 Events
Celebrate Spring!
Saint Louis Fine Print and Paper Arts Fair
May 15-17, 2009
JC Penney Building of the University of Missouri-Saint Louis campus
More info: http://www.umsl.edu/mercantile/mexhibevents/Print_Paper_Fair_2008.html
Hong Kong International Art Fair (China)
May 14 - 17, 2009
More info: http://www.hongkongartfair.com/2009/index.php
Gallery...
more... 4.19.09
All collectors seem to buy what they like.
All collectors seem to buy what they like. Some buy based on the possibility of increased value but generally if we love the piece it is worth every cent we paid for it. LEAPdirect does not appraise prints but we do recognize that each of us have a concept of what is good value. Because everyone differs in their choice of art and artists we attempt to include a wide variety in the...
more... 4.11.09
When our members tell friends
When our members realize all of the benefits of belonging to LEAPdirect they tell their friends about the site and all of a sudden we have more members. Some of these folks may own just one limited edition print but when they find a source where they can maintain their own portfolio, see the vast variety of artists and styles they become bona fide collectors themselves by...
more... 3.31.09
April 2009 Events
Cure your cabin fever with art at these great events.....
Capital Art Print Fair
April 4-5, 2009
Washington D.C.
More info: http://capitalartprintfair.com/ ...
Seeing God in Prints: Indian Lithographs from the Collection of Mark Baron and Elise Boisante
International Print Center New York
Through April 11th, 2009
More info: http://www.ipcny.org/exhib/exhib_cur.htm
Going with...
more... 3.26.09
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more... 3.20.09
The history of America has been documented
The history of America has been documented in art since the early settlement. The European influence is seen in paintings, etchings, furniture and architecture. The early explorers had artists with them to document the landscape, wildlife and people. Much of what we see in the early art is fictitious but maps were made from their drawings and the start of a nation was documented and from these...
more... 3.3.09
Have you had a chance to completely explore the site?
Have you had a chance to completely explore the site? For something a little different, check out the Discussion Forum section. Of course the full list of well known artists and titles seems to have the greatest interest due to the opportunity to add to your wish list. The Members Currently Offering section is always a good page to check for opportunities of making great...
more... 2.27.09
March 2009 Upcoming Events
The Print Center, Philadelphia
Exhibitions & Gallery Talks
Feb 26 - May 16, 2009
More info: www.printcenter.org ...
Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park
Houston, Texas
March 27 - 29, 2009
http://www.bayoucityartfestival.com/ ...
2009 Chicago International Vintage Poster Fair
March 27 - 29, 2009
http://www.posterfair.com/cgi-local/content.cgi?p=9...
more... 2.21.09
Many print artists are members of LEAPdirect
Many print artists are members of LEAPdirect and this can be a real perk for all of us. They frequently list their works for sale so you are buying direct from the creator of the art. That is just one of the many fun and advantageous rights of membership. Our membership is growing daily and we have added many popular artists to the artist index. So this is just a reminder, make...
more... 2.12.09
There was a point in time in America that art was considered only for the rich.
There was a point in time in America that art was considered only for the rich. Around the middle of the nineteenth century it was realized that art should be available to everyone. Art gallery exhibits were opened to the public to view works of the masters as well as the current popular and local artists. Today we have outstanding and well known print artists producing works of art...
more... 2.5.09
Have you joined the Discussion Group?
Have you joined the Discussion Group? This is a special area where you can ask questions, maybe help another member with their question or just discuss your favorite artist. It only takes a few minutes but the benefits will be worth it. This is a member driven site so take advantage of all of it. Staff at LEAPdirect will be glad to offer assistance when they can but we know our...
more... 1.27.09
February Events 2009
Ignore the winter doldrums with these great events...
2009 Seattle Print Fair
at Davidson Galleries
February 7-8, 2009
More info: www.seattleprintfair.com
International artexpo New York
February 26 - March 2, 2009
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
More info: http://www.artexpos.com/ME2/Audiences/Default.asp?AudID=366CE8D2CD2949D8B10966BA90D04744
Lower Eastside Printshop...
more... 1.22.09
Guests: Sign-up for our Newsletter!
If you are undecided about becoming a member of LEAPdirect you can always visit us as a welcomed Guest. You can also sign-up for our newsletter. It is an interesting quick read that will give you information about art in general, LEAPdirect.com and what other members are doing. We will not use your email address for any other purpose and you can unsubscribe at any time. Sign-up today!
more... 1.8.09
How do you describe an art scene?
How do you describe an art scene? Words like “sublime”, “powerful” or even “beautiful” all carry a certain emotional definition with them. But what about “picturesque”? This term became popular in Britain in the 18th century. The Random House Dictionary of Art and Artists tells us that this adjective was used as “an aesthetic...
more... 12.23.08
January 2009 Events
Begin the new year with these great events ...
The San Francisco Fine Print Fair
International Fine Prints Dealers Association (IFPDA)
January 30 - February 1, 2009
More info: http://www.sanfrancisco-fineprintfair.com/event.html
Los Angeles Fine Print Fair - Fine Art Dealers Association (FADA)
and the 24th Annual IFPDA Los Angeles Fine Print Fair
January 21 - 25, 2009
More...
more... 12.12.08
As new members sign up new artists
As new members sign up new artists and titles are added. Check out some of the more recent additions such as Chris Cummings’ “Thunder Ridge”, “The Lies She Tells, I Believe Them So Well” by Todd White or JD Challenger’s “Heart Of A Warrior”. We have nearly 400 artists listed with well over 1600 titles in the artist index portfolios and many of...
more... 11.20.08
December Events 2008
Enjoy these breaks from the holiday frenzy!
International Artexpo-Miami
December 12-14, 2008
The Miami Midtown Art District
More info: http://miami.artexpos.com
Pop Art and After: Prints & Popular Culture
Until 12/14/2008
Jane Voorhees Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University
New Brunswick, New Jersey
More info: ...
more... 11.19.08
Art Terms Dictionaries
We recently checked several Art Terms Dictionaries for the definition of art and found the word art is always preceded or followed by another word such as Fine Art, Art Autre, Art Nouveau, or even Art for Arts Sake with definitions of the combined terms. On the other hand, Websters Dictionary defines art as a skill acquired by experience, study, or observation. It goes on to say it is the...
more... 11.2.08
Questions about limited editions
Questions about limited editions versus open editions come up frequently so here are a few comments in that area. Open editions have no restrictions on the number of prints produced and generally are unsigned by the artist. Up until the mid 1800’s, artists would sign a completed work in the plate regardless of the number of impressions. It was around 1910 that artists started...
more... 10.27.08
November Print Events
Richard Diebenkorn: Abstractions on Paper
Now until 11/9/2008
Cantor Arts Center, Stanford University
Stanford, California
More info: http://museum.stanford.edu/view/exhibitions.html ...
Medieval to Modern: Recent Acquisitions of Drawings, Prints, and Illustrated Books
Now until 11/2/2008
National Gallery of Art
Washington, DC
More info:...
more... 10.10.08
Have you ever wondered what a lithograph is?
Lithography comes from the Greek "litho” meaning stone. A lithograph is printed from the artist’s original creation drawn on a hard surface such as stone. This process was discovered by Aloys Senefelder in the 1790s. An original lithograph is drawn directly on the hard surface or plate whereas a fine art lithograph is published from an original painting. ...
more... 9.30.08
October Events 2008
IFPDA Print Fair
October 29-November 2, 2008
The Park Avenue Armory
New York, NY
More info: www.printfair.com ...
Gallery Walks - Sun Valley, Idaho
Friday, October 10, 2008 (6-9pm)
More info: www.svgalleries.org ...
Denver, Colorado First Friday Art Walks
October 3, 2008 (6-9pm)
Various locations around town
more... 9.17.08
The importance of color
Color is one of the main things that catch our attention when viewing art. Red and yellow are attention getters where blues and greens can have a calming effect. Several studies have been made to determine what colors appeal most to buyers of art. Certainly their choice depends on personal likes and dislikes but it appears the majority of us prefer a predominance of blue with...
more... 8.28.08
September End-of-Summer Events 2008
Kings Mountain Art Fair
Woodside, California Labor Day Weekend Aug-Sept 08
More info: http://www.kingsmountainartfair.org ...
Omaha Print Fair
Omaha, Nebraska September 18-20, 2008
More info: http://www.ifpda.org/printfairs.cfm?id=151 ...
International artexpo Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada September 18-21, 2008
More info: www.artexpos.com ...
more... 8.14.08
What is a collector?
What is a collector? Well according to the dictionary a collector is one who collects. And how does a collector collect? A collector gathers together and accumulates what is wanted. Devotees of limited edition prints collect by subject, artist, color, trends, value, and maybe just by what catches their eye. There are as many reasons to own limited editions as there are titles out there....
more... 8.1.08
Artist's Proof!
Artist’s Proof! Is there more value or just something a little unique? The artist’s proof is one of many proofs pulled by the printer prior to the full run of the work. This procedure first started when artists were hired for commissioned work. Their payment usually was lodging and a small sum for living expenses plus facilities and supplies....
more... 7.25.08
August 2008 Print Events Not to be Missed
Uptown Art Fair
August 1-3, Minneapolis, Minnesota
More info: http://www.uptownminneapolis.com/art-fair ...
Contemporary Collaborations: Artist & Master Printer
May 24 - August 10, Portland Museum of Art, Portland, Maine
More info: http://www.portlandmuseum.org/exhibitions-collections/current.shtml ...
Works in Progress: Prints from...
more... 7.7.08
The wonderful world of collecting
The wonderful world of collecting limited edition prints is fascinating. Printmaking has been around for hundreds of years and artists are constantly changing and improving their methods. Of course the first element is their artistic creativity and then they experiment with the process of producing their original image. The final result is a print that attracts the viewer and we, as...
more... 6.23.08
Beat the heat at these events in July 2008
Ann Arbor Sreet Art Fair 49th Annual
July 16-19, 2008, Ann Arbor, Michigan
More info: http://www.artfair.org/visit_maps.php...
18th Annual Cherry Creek Arts...
more... 6.20.08
New artists and titles added
Artists such as Peter Max, Thomas Utz, Nnamdi Okonkwo and Leroy Neiman are just a few of the new artists and titles added to our index in just one week. And we have several requests still pending our investigation, to be assured they meet our criteria. This is just another reason to check out what is available and to remind you to send your requests in as well.
more... 5.26.08
Art Fairs and Festivals for June 2008
Capitol Hill People's Fair
June 7 and 8, Denver Civic Center Park, Free Admission
More info: http://www.peoplesfair.com/display_page.asp?site_id=5&page_id=149&m=1&pid=186 ...
MoCCA Art Festival
7th annual Museum of Comic and Cartoon Art Festival, June 7 - June 8, New York City, Puck Building
More info: http://www.moccany.org
more... 5.20.08
Interest in wildlife prints
If you are interested in limited editions of wildlife, be sure to check artists such as Robert Bateman and Matthew Hillier. They are only two of many in the artist index with this content in their portfolio. We will gladly consider requests for additions of artists and titles. Just follow the simple steps and you will receive an email reply when the decision is made.
more... 5.12.08
Check artists and titles frequently
Be sure to check the artist index and new titles frequently. To date we have over 130 artists listed with over 1000 titles in their portfolios. New titles are being added daily. Don't check them out just once a day, look frequently because we are adding all day every day. Remember, you can request the addition of your favorite artists and titles also.
more... 4.30.08
Here's What's Happening in May
The Boston Print Fair May 2-4, Boston Public Library
More info: www.bostonprintfair.com ...
Denver First Friday Art Walks May 2 (6-9pm)
Various locations: Santa Fe Drive, Cherry Creek North, Tennyson St, Golden Triangle...
Saint Louis Fine Print and Paper Arts Fair May 16-17
JC Penney Building of the University of Missouri-Saint Louis campus
More info: Fair's...
more... 4.21.08
View new additons to artist's portfolio.
Did you know that when you click on a print image on the Dashboard's New to Collections area you will go to that artist’s portfolio? What a great way to view work from a favorite artist or one you aren’t familiar with. Just click on the image and perhaps you will find something to add to your wish list.
more... 3.18.08
Membership is growing!
Membership is growing! The list of Artists is growing! Over one hundred different Artists already listed. Titles are being added daily. Two hundred thirty titles already in the database and growing. Have you added your favorites yet?
more... 2.29.08
LEAP Day
LEAPdirect goes live! February 29th, 2008. LEAPday! It’s as if we planned it. Thanks to everyone that made it happen. We look forward to the adventure.
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