PERSONALLY INVESTED
Whenever I can, I encourage art lovers to visit a commercial gallery to exercise their eyes and see what’s out there. Galleries are essential to a healthy art world, and they also contribute a great deal to the communities where they do business. Moreover, the best galleries are eager to help visitors understand what they are looking at, to learn about artists and techniques, to see behind and around the artworks. It’s not about one fast sale — it’s about relationships and sharing the passion for art, all of which usually lead to ongoing sales over many years. These are just some of the reasons I was so pleased to read the following note from proprietors Stephen and Elizabeth Harris in the Spring 2018 newsletter of InSight Gallery (Fredericksburg, Texas), a…