Scott has the Lot!

Hello Strangers! Sorry about a recent lack of posting. I'm back now and back for good! Have some very exciting artists to tell you about over the next few weeks. I stumbled across an astonishingly talented teenage artist last week and managed to buy a few of his works. He's going to be worth millions in a few years time... but more on him in a few months!

Anyway, Julie Ann Scott is a wonderful artist who works in the beautiful Kendal in the Lake District. Before this she honed her artistic talents at school in Lancashire, worked as a catwalk model in Israel and was an actress touring in the United States. She has exhibited her work, literally, all over the UK & Ireland - from Devon to Derbyshire to Dublin.

The secret to her success may be that her work isn't the type that you have to "get". It's the type of work that hits you across the head like a frying pan. Many are overwhelmed by some of her pieces.

Above is a piece called "Complete". It's lovely. You can imagine the sweetness and joy of invisible little fairies and sprites flying around the exquisitely coloured tree. But you can also imagine all the pain and anger that is tied up within the knotted branches. It's such a bursting and vibrant work of art - it's simply delectable. Below is "Expect a Miracle". Just look and soak it all in...

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Peace & Love,
Dewey

Rosario Varela

Rosario Varela was born in Argentina in the 1960s. After studying graphic design, at the age of 25, she moved to the USA and evolved into a creator of fine arts. She also works as a furniture maker and photographer. Varela's award winning work is highly collectable in North America and in Western Europe. She bases the bulk of her paintings on nature and her work can be viewed at frequent exhibitions.

The piece above is called "Fitting" and was creating by using acrylics and chalkboard paint on paper. It immediately attracted me because it presents such a mix of feelings. The cool and clinical background is made seem almost dirty by the off-white, gold trimmed net. The circles are also intriguing as they are all the same colour but all have different positions, sizes and shapes. They also make the entire painting seem, in a way, under threat.

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Peace & Love,
Dewey

Reece's Masterpieces

Robert Reece is an artist who's worked in Vienna, Milan and Hollywood. He now lives in Southern California with his wife and their twin children. Reece's mother was an award winning artist so the spirit of a creator and craftsmen is obviously within him. His statement is very vague to preserve what he calls a "beautiful mystery" that lies within his creations. When working, he thinks of nothing in particular - love, hate, violence, life, death, fate, sex... the list goes on.

"Solaritude" is the name of the piece above. I love it. The contrast can be found in not only tone, but in the shape and line. It's amazing how the seemingly careless swirls of paint compliment the solid, accurate geometric background. The colours are a perfect match for each other - the yellows, reds and blacks are occasionally interrupted by those dull creams and browns. Many may see it as a burst of creativity, but I think it's a work of art designed with much precision.

I urge you to check out Reece's wonderful website and, if you are collecting, think about purchasing some of his pieces. Contact me if you need any advice on the matter!

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Peace & Love,
Dewey

A Trophy for Sophy

Sophy Bristol is a Clapham based artist who's work has been championed all around the world, from South Africa to Singapore and from New York to London. Bristol enjoys frequent exhibitions in London, Chicago and Cape Town. The young artist, who was born in Brighton, is influenced by the time she has spent in South Africa. Her work focuses on, among other things, freedom, human bonding and atmosphere.

The painting above is a particular favourite of mine. The piece, entitled "Millennium Wheel", is a fantastic infusion of oils, spirit and optimism. I love the way that despite the perfectly painted scape, we concentrate on the relationships of the people in the foreground and the way the sun illuminates them. Like much of Bristol's work, this painting seems undecided about whether it wants to be a photograph or a painting - an element that can only be captured by this very artist.

Sophy Bristol is definitely a name to look for, she's going somewhere.

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Peace & Love,
Dewey

Solveig - The New Banksy?

A ten year old girl, Solveig, from Brighton is causing a storm internationally with her quirky graffiti work. She started when she was just eight after seeing lots of such work on walls around her home town. Each piece, of which she has done seventeen, is marked with her tag, "Sol".

The piece above is my favourite, it's stunning. Solveig says "I wanted to do a picture of two skeletons that have a hair salon called 'scare cuts' the skeleton on the left is not very good and is always messing up the hair cuts. the one on the right is the boss and drops the cups of tea when he sees what the other one has done. The dude with the glasses is cross because he is late for work as he only wanted a trim. The girl has accidentally been turned into a blond Amy Winehouse. The black man likes his haircut though."

I have always loved work by adults who can replicate the mind of a child but Solveig is obviously more authentic. It's incredible that her imagination can be transferred to stone. It must be said that art like this is often looked down upon. This little girl, however, has talent and gusto that can't be matched by many her age. She's even worked on the Berlin Wall. I wish her the best of luck.

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Peace & Love,
Dewey

Comfort Art

In the current economic climate, it is unlikely that trading volume of fine art will decrease, or increase, dramatically. However, in times like these it is very likely that "comfort art" (as I like to call it) sales will sky rocket.

I hate the word "cheap" because of the awful negative connotations but this art often is exceptionally good value. My rule for good value comfort art, therefore, is buy what you like and buy what you can afford.

Since moving online, I have stumbled across one art website time and time again. It's called Etsy. I'm sure most of you readers are very familiar with Etsy but for those who aren't it's basically a lovely website where craftspeople can sell their handmade goods. Etsy, in other words, is comfort art heaven. The especially brilliant thing about Etsy is that you can get original comfort art for often less than cheap prints!

My Favourite Etsy Shops

1. Winter Dreams

2. Arian

3. Davini Art

4. Alice In Paris

5. Viggo Jonsen

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Peace & Love,
Dewey

Wang's Winning Formula

Happy February!

Let me introduce Tianyin Wang to you. He comes from an artsy family in Shanghai but now lives in the UK. Wang combines blisteringly real elements with abstract splurges to form wonderful illustrations. He's funny and amusing on one level, but scary and dark on others. His images are pleasant to look at but can haunt you.

Wang has been published in many magazines and been hired for many "art gigs". However, his work can be bought privately as well.

The piece above is called "Tiger" and it's just incredible. The subject is astonishing and seductive. The first look tells you she's to be kept clear of, but then she looks sweet. From then, you're torn as to what she is. Maybe she just is.

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Peace & Love,
Dewey

Tina's Gift

Tina Mammoser was born in Chicago, moved to Scotland, has worked in Newfoundland, lives in London and takes inspiration from the Dorset coast. Not surprisingly, her diverse and exciting life story rubs off onto each of her paintings. Judging by her website, she is most fond of coastal scenes where the sea, the land and the sky unite to become one, astonishing feature.

I find it incredible that an American artist chooses to live and work here in England. However, Mammoser isn't your normal artist with educational accolades in Human Development, English Literature and Physics.

The work above is my favourite of her British Coastal paintings. I especially love the contrast in boundary - the change between blue and white is so delicate and gradual at the top, but so defined and harsh on the right. The way the blue begins to run green in the bottom right is a stunning way to communicate the violence of the sea. Unfortunately, this piece has sold but there are many more coasts for sale on her website.

I wish the best of luck to Mammoser, she has talent, flair and a passion that, although can easily go unnoticed, is exceptionally powerful on close inspection. Her blog, an charming account, can also be found here.

Keep emailing me at: deweywinters@googlemail.com

Peace & Love,
Dewey

Floss is Boss

Flossy Particles is the lovely name that a wonderful Australian artist refers to herself as. Her real name is Sarah, but Sarah is not quite such an "artsy" name. Flossy gives little information about herself away but I do know that she just moved from Sydney to New South Wales. What fun.

Anyway, Flossy's work is beautiful, delicious and so very sweet. My heart is screaming at me to buy a piece of her artwork just to see if it tastes as good as it looks. My head, however, isn't fond of the idea.

I would love to watch this woman work. I know that every mark is calculated and has meaning, but also is packed with hope, smiley faces and rainbows. It's crazy but I'm sure it's true. Flossy could probably pour a bucket of paint over a canvas and still illuminate my office (even through a monitor!). The picture above is incredibly crafted - the hair, the clothes, the birds, the hands...

Basically, Flossy is a talent who, although produces obviously hastily creative pieces, has a soul and spirit that transfer to the viewer like a charm. Please check out her website and support her any way you can!

Sorry this post is all over the place, I'm a little giddy today!

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Peace & Love,
Dewey

For Izibor...

I'm not sure about clogging up my blog with things unrelated to art, however, this is a special case. As with artworks, a song or musical composition can have a huge impact on you or no impact at all. I'm an incredibly avid music fan and love the way that one song can take you from a feeling of loneliness and desperation to a wonderful, magical place where nothing matters.

I recently came across Laura Izibor who's song "Shine" makes me feel like a new person each time I hear it. She rockets me to a positive, uplifted mood and never fails to make me stop and appreciate what I have. I won't smother you with any more, just have a listen - you won't be disappointed.



This video isn't the best quality, but it's fitting. Who cares if it's rough and ready - her music is soulful, beautiful and raw no matter what.

Peace & Love,
Dewey

Stooped In My Tracks

Naoko Stoop is a Japanese born artist currently studying and living in Brooklyn, New York. The bulk of her current work is done on brown paper, giving it a warming, uplifting and wholesome feel. Although I usually steer clear of work concentrated on using browns and greys (etc.), Stoop's pieces put a smile on my face each time I see them.

Stoop's work is anything inherently new, but it feels revolutionary to me. Art today is usually "too harsh", "too bold" or "too deep". Some artists can pull this off (I'll feature them sometime soon), but most can't. That's why I'm feeling almost a new person after seeing Stoop's naive, tentative and adorable work.

I don't own any Stoop work but next time I'm in New York, it will be a joy to view and purchase some of her pieces. I urge any lovers of art to support her creative development as an artist by buying prints online at her shop. Thanks for reading and keep emailing - I'm loving being in contact with you all!

Peace & Love,
Dewey

A Brief History & How to...

The main focus of my work as an art dealer is to make money. Originally, that was the only reason I was involved in art. My previous job in the city, which I retired from extremely early in life, left me enough money to throw at "risky" works. A combination of good fortune and yet more good fortune meant that, although I didn't know it, I had invested in some of the most valuable art created in the 20th century.

Just a few years on, I sold the artwork, took my small fortune and planned to move on. However, one day I saw a piece of art that totally and completely changed my life. I indulged in it for it was the most glorious combination of colour, texture and shape that I had ever seen. Although I still have the piece in my personal collection, that spend encouraged me to start dealing again. This time while enjoying the art.

Fifteen years later, I'm still going strong! Art is my work, my passion and my life. I couldn't live without it. Although I buy some of the ugliest paintings of all time to trade, this blog is dedicated to beautiful art.

I'm often questioned on "how to become an art dealer" and so here's a little guide for those of you who really don't know where to start. I'll elaborate on this in time.

• In all honesty I advise contacting any of the artists I feature on this blog about their work. Everyone who has an post dedicated to them on here will be affordable, profitable and low risk.

• Due to the current economic environment, I understand that £500 - £1000 may seem like a lot to spend on a first art purchase. However, the art on this blog is almost guaranteed to rise in value - you're money could be safer in art than in your bank!

• Trust your gut! If you don't like the art but know it has "something special", go for it! Your instinct is there for a reason, use it!

• Don't worry if when buying your first piece you feel almost sick with nerves or slightly dirty that you've spent hard earned cash on a "bit of paint".

• If in doubt, email me! I've become a slight expert in dealing art and am always happy to help anyone try and reach their goals! My email is: deweywinters@googlemail.com
  

Peace & Love,
Dewey

Above: One of Hirst's Dot Paintings - A Waste of Space or a Wonderful Investment Opportunity?

I've Been Stoned

Sharon Stone is an Australian artist who is inspired by poetry and literature in her work. Her creations are obviously packed with her sweat, blood, tears and love for expression. It's frustrating to view images on her website because, although crafted with droplets of genius, I know there is so much more to this fantastic woman's work.

The final pieces seem to be based around love and passion (red) or tranquility and harmony (blue). Even through my computer monitor, I can sense the artist has a deeper understanding of feelings than most "same-old" painters and paints to communicate, rather than for material gain. Stone is described as an "abstract" artist but I don't think there is anything abstract about her. Her masterpieces, even if only to me, tell stories of tragedy, death, deceit, religion and peace among other things.

Keep emailing me at: deweywinters@googlemail.com

Peace & Love,
Dewey

Thinking Outside of The Box

Zennor Box paints what I dream. Judging by her healthy portfolio, she could wow any art crowd by putting on a tastefully done exhibition. Her works scream that they've escaped from a child's secret and hugely vivid imagination. Box must be a fine and beautiful individual to have bottled up that childhood enthusiasm only to release at a later date.

Her paintings combine colour, animals and fantasy - ingredients that can only be successfully combined by the most creative of artists. It seems that "Zennor Box" was also credited for Aardman's "Wallace and Gromit in The Curse of The Were-Rabbit" - a film with stunning imagery which she helped come to life (the film is a must see by the way!).

If anyone has any art they would like me to see or think that I would be intrigued by (even if it isn't yours!) please email me: deweywinters@googlemail.com

Any submissions will be greatly appreciated!

Peace & Love,
Dewey

Monday Magic

Yvonne Coomber is "inspired by the gentle hills and the singing rainbows of tumbling, spilling, flowers outside her studio which is nestled deeply in the folds of Devon." Just by looking at her website you can sense the incredible passion she has for art. She loves her paintings and it shows. They burst with pride, joy and colour and to look her work is to indulge in artistic ecstasy.

I entitled this blog post "Monday Magic" because her work is nothing short of magical. It would appeal to primary school children who are transfixed by the colours, to the stroppiest of teenagers who are ordered to "still believe and hope" by her artwork and to adults who need a break from the monotony of office life.

Coomber's work verges on genius and I cannot begin to explain the beauty of her creations. To see her website click here. My favourite piece (from the web album" summer") is above.

Peace & Love,
Dewey

Something Has Landed

Good Morning, Good Afternoon and Good Evening!

Hopefully, this will be the first post of many in my brand spanking new blog! I was urged to create such a thing by some friends in the art world who "require my online presence". So, at long last, I've arrived on the Internet and will be telling you, the beautiful reader, all about my life and adventures as an art dealer. Unfortunately, it's not as glamorous as it sounds!

Anway, let's talk about art!

Today I came across a wonderful artist who I've never really seen work by before. Lydia Corbett was born in Paris in 1934 to a family headed by an art dealer. Not surprisingly, therefore, she has become "a creative one" (as do most children born to successful dealers, artists, musicians, actors etc.) who modelled for Picasso. However, unlike more "creative ones", Corbett is actually a brilliant artist. Her watercolours are warm, welcoming and so under-priced!

If any budding art dealers are out there, you should take a look and consider purchasing. She isn't going to last forever and I have a feeling that her works will only rise in value!

Peace & Love,
Dewey