Artful Escapes

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ARTFUL ESCAPES

The end of 2021 brings Art 3 Gallery’s new show titled “Artful Escapes.” Everyone is looking forward to getting out and about again. Wherever you have been hoping to go, whether planning trips to an island beach, a secluded mountain-top, or even a quiet backyard, it can be a vacation or a staycation, an actual moment in time or an imaginary universe – the artists have realized your dreams in 2D and 3D, in oil, acrylic, glass, and ceramic. On display December 1 through January 31, 2022.

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Think Outside the Box

This year has been a time of experimentation in all facets of our lives. The artists at Art 3 have been experimenting, too. We wanted them to “Think Outside the Box” and they have come through in myriad ways. New mediums and styles, bold colors and design – we asked and they delivered. Now it’s time for you to take a look!

On display from June 21. There is a virtual exhibit on our home page and the gallery is open to the public M-F 1:00-4:30. Evening and weekend appointments are always available.

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Think Outside the Box

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Beyond Words

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BEYOND WORDS

The next exhibit at Art 3 is titled “Beyond Words.” We will have a video exhibit up soon and ask that you call to make an appointment before coming into the gallery to see the work in person.

Everyone has heard the aphorism “A picture is worth a thousand words.” This iconic phrase, attributed to F. Bernard, means that complex or even multiple ideas can be expressed by a single image – no words needed. That’s what this show is about – how art can express feelings, emotions, and thoughts without the need for words.

It has been a hard year for everyone. Words have been spoken, some in vain. Some we wish we had never said or that we could take back. Some we wish had been said, with understanding, patience, and love. We hope this exhibit can move beyond the rhetoric and allow everyone to express their vision.

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Is Buying Art a Good Investment?

Most of what we sell at Art 3 Gallery is original artwork with the exception of some limited edition prints and lithographs. But does that mean that your purchase will increase in value?

The answer isn’t a simple one. Some of our artists are well-known and have been collected by museums and corporations. Some artists might become successful and have the value of their work increase exponentially. There is no guarantee of the future value of any piece of artwork, even famous artists fall out of favor.

We encourage our clients to buy a piece of art because they love it. Art can enrich a collector’s life in so many ways – it brings beauty into their home, adds richness and color to rooms, and may even be a conversation starter, an “emotional touch point.”

Buying artwork can be an adventure, building a collection is a process refined over time. We hope that what you buy today will give you pleasure throughout the years and if it increases in value? Well then, it was a serendipitous purchase. But if it doesn’t, it was still a great purchase.

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Simple Pleasures

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Art at Work

There is a reason why “cube farms” in corporate America have given way to bright, open, collaborative work spaces filled with art and expression. Gray-walled cubes were restrictive, not only physically but mentally as well – cramping imaginations and creativity. Here’s why thinking changed:

1.) Art boosts productivity. Although the reasons aren’t clear, art stimulates employees to work harder and smarter. Employees worked quicker in enhanced environments, and more so if they had any personal input on the art in their surroundings.

2.) Art stimulates creativity. Oftentimes, seeing things from another person’s perspective can pull you out of a creative rut.

3.) Art reduces stress. Take a mental vacation. Pushing away from your desk and taking a break in an art filled space gives you a chance to reset.

4.) Art enhances communication. Art elicits an emotional response from the viewer and can open conversation and interpersonal connections in the workplace.

Still not convinced to add some art to your business’ walls? Well, how long has that old marketing poster been staring at you?

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Big, Bold, and Bright

A lot of people are happy with white or gray walls, but everyone needs to have something colorful to look at. Big, bold and bright artwork will liven up any space – living rooms, dining rooms and especially bedrooms can be turned into the perfect oases with the addition of a painting or two.

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