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03/05/2024

Wanna preview The Metropolitan Museum‘s Harlem Renaissance exhibition by joining a virtual tour with curator Denise Murrell? Then register for this 30 minute talk happening this Thursday, March 7, from 7pm-7:30pm! Let me know your thoughts and of course your favorite work of art!!!

02/20/2024

The NYTimes art critics are evaluating the strength of this exhibition in comparison to the Met’s Harlem Renaissance exhibition back in the 70s were Black Artists were excluded, causing major protests as a result. The excitement continues to build in anticipation of tomorrow’s Lenders Dinner, followed by Members and Patrons tours and receptions all day Thursday and throughout the evening! The Public will get its first glimpse of The Harlem Renaissance Exhibition on Sunday, Feb 25th where Clark Atlanta University Art Museum’s Museum Director Dr. Danille Taylor will be on location to welcome visitors between 11am and 3pm! HBCU Art Collections are finally getting long overdue exposure given the significance of their holdings, thus making HBCUs overall incredibly proud!
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The museum catches up to the vital lessons of the Harlem Renaissance, with its American, European and African exchanges and its cultural solidarity.

02/04/2024

While trekking through the ATL airport, on our return from the cruise, grabbed an “old skool” newspaper to catchup on current events. I was so incredibly overjoyed to see the The Atlanta Journal-Constitution front page article about the treasures of Atlanta’s HBCU Art Collections featuring Clark Atlanta University Art Museum’s Director Dr. Danille Taylor! It’s gets better. The rest of the article included a full, two page spread on Spelman College Museum of Fine Art featuring Director Liz Andrews and the AUC Art Collective run by Dr. Cheryl Finley. I’m incredibly blessed to work with each of these historical art collections and also the art collection of Morehouse College! I took a few quick screenshots and hope you can find the entire article online to enjoy!

11/12/2023

HDAP Sunday School: HBCU Art Collections, Figures, Facts & Findings




Did you know that the University of Maryland Eastern Shore is home of the Mosely Gallery? The Mosely Gallery was named after artist Jimmie Lee Mosely, first chairman of the fine arts department.

Jimmie Lee Mosley was born January 17, 1927. He began his studies at Florida A&M University
in 1947. At that time, the university didn’t have an art education program, causing him to transfer to Texas State University for Negroes (Texas State University) where he became the university’s first student to graduate with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Art Education. Later in 1974, Mosley received his master’s degree from Pennsylvania State University

In 1951, Mosley joined the University of Maryland Eastern Shore faculty as an assistant professor of ceramics where he built his career as an artist and developed the college’s art department. He laid the foundation for the Mosely Gallery and exhibited his art across the country.

Today, the Mosely Gallery thrives as a teaching resource in the fine arts that enhances the liberal arts experience for the entire university community. It also serves as a catalyst and center for life-long learning, research, cultural recreation and pleasure to the wider public community, locally and regionally.

11/09/2023

Did you know that Picture That appraises murals for organizations?

Pictured here are two rarely seen WPA murals by artist Hale Woodroff that we recently appraised on behalf of the Atlanta Housing Authority.

The name of the murals are “The Results of Good Housing” and “The Results of Bad Housing”. Hale was commissioned by the Atlanta Housing Authority to create these paintings for one of the country’s first housing projects in Atlanta.

To learn more about our appraisal services, visit our website by clicking the link below!

https://www.picturethatconsultants.com/art-appraisal

11/07/2023

Picture That offers curatorial services to an array of clients seeking to create art collections that promote cultural awareness. Expressing diversity in art is important and gives our clients an opportunity to ensure their collections are culturally inclusive.

Cultural artwork can also be placed in a variety of places including medical facilities, hotels, academic institutions and more!

Want to learn more about our curatorial services with health and wellness themes? Are you an artist interested in selling artwork that promotes a health and wellness culture? If so, visit the open call section of our website to learn about ongoing opportunities!

https://www.picturethatconsultants.com/open-calls

11/05/2023

HDAP Sunday School: HBCU Art Collections, Figures, Facts & Findings



Did you know that Coppin State University is home to the Cary Beth Cryor Art Gallery? This gallery was named after famous photographer Cary Beth Cryor who was born on November 19, 1947 in Baltimore, MD and passed away on September 20, 1997.

Cryor’s passion for photography is what led her to Morgan State University where Cryor earned her Bachelor’s in Art Education. She also attended the University of Maryland, earning her second master’s degree in archival and special collections, after earning her first masters in Photography from the Pratt Institute of Art in New York.

Cryor’s career took off while at Coppin State University as she worked in the capacity as a Photography Professor. Cryor also worked as an archivist for the AFRO as a freelance photographer.

11/03/2023

Have you lost a loved one lately with an estate to settle that included fine art?

In the unfortunate circumstance where you have a lost a love one who has art remaining in their estate that needs to be appraised, Picture That offers appraisal services, including Estate Valuation.

In addition to Estate Valuation, Picture That offers other Appraisal Reports types including Insurance, Charitable Donation, Expert Witness, Finance Planning, and Resale.

Our highly qualified experts have experience in all aspects of fine arts and decorative arts. Our appraisal reports are comprehensive, objective, and well-researched.

Learn more on our website, and contact us for our appraisal services!

https://www.picturethatconsultants.com/art-appraisal

10/25/2023

Picture That recently installed artwork in a beautifully renovated Hartford Healthcare facility and included a stunning portfolio of photographs by Lee Palombo.

Palombo is a CT based landscape photographer who capture sunsets, rivers, flowers and lighthouses throughout New England. Palombo believes that life is like a camera and there’s value in capturing the beauty of nature, like she did in her photo, “Naugatuck River”, now on display at the healthcare facility and featured in this post.

To view her work online visit: https://www.leepalombophotography.com/about-3.

Are you looking to place your artwork or photography in a healthcare facility? Contact Picture That to learn more about our art consulting services. Visit the Picture That website at https://www.picturethatconsultants.com/consulting-curatorial or by clicking the link in our bio!

10/22/2023

HDAP Sunday School: HBCU Art Collections, Figures, Facts & Findings




Did you know that the art collection of
Morgan State University is located in the James E. Lewis Museum of Art? One of the featured artists is William H Johnson. Johnson, born in South Carolina in 1901, was known for his hundreds of works, but it wasn’t until recently that Johnson’s artwork began to receive its due attention.

JELMA has one of Johnson’s still life oil paintings on display, where Johnson’s use of bright colors helps define his bold artistic style. His artwork showcases African American life and culture, inspired by his upbringing in South Carolina, and his life in New York, where Johnson moved when he was seventeen years old. He eventually saved enough money to pay for an art education and attended National Academy of Design.

Wanna learn more about the career William H. Johnson and see his artwork on display? Be sure to checkout “Fighters for Freedom”, a traveling exhibition that stops by the
Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM), from March 2024 - Sept 2024. Hope to see you there!!!

10/19/2023

It’s almost tax season! The IRS is cautioning taxpayers to carefully pay attention to “exaggerated art donation deductions” aimed at high-income taxpayers.

The scheme involves bogus promoters who could persuade high income taxpayers to purchase art, wait to donate the art, and then take an inaccurate deduction for the art that was donated.

According to an article published by Thomson Reuters there are a number of factors that can lead to exaggerated art donation deductions. Purchasing multiple pieces of work by the same artists can be a red flag, or promoters encouraging certain appraisers for the buyer to use can be a red flag.

The IRS advises taxpayers to properly claim an art donation and offers more information on the IRS Art Appraisal Services.

Looking to avoid higher than normal art donation deductions? Start with an accurate appraisal!

Contact Picture That to learn more about our art appraisal services! We’re here to help you learn the true value of your artwork, and avoid any issues around tax time!

Visit our link in our bio to learn more.

To read the full article published by Thomson Reuters, click the link below:

https://tax.thomsonreuters.com/news/irs-warns-high-income-taxpayers-about-danger-of-improper-art-donation-deduction-promotions/

10/17/2023

ART CALL: Picture That is currently purchasing artwork for an addiction treatment center, located on 60 private wooded acres, in scenic Eastern Connecticut. The center delivers personalized paths to recovery from substance use disorders and addiction.

Would you or someone you know be interested in providing artwork? We’re looking to place art with the following themes:

Categories:
Wellness/Fitness/Health
Sustainability/Environment Friendly
Botanical/Floral
Connecticut Landscapes and Riverscapes

Cultural Art:
African Diaspora
American Indian
Hispanic/LatinX
Veterans
LGBTQA+

Here are the requirements:
1. Up to five (5) digital images as jpg file(s) will be considered; 150 dpi or greater (3.5" in size). Name the jpg file(s) the same as artwork title.
2. A listing of each of the works including: title, year created, medium, size (height x width x depth), price and geographic location.
3. Artist Bio and/or Artist Statement (Word documents or text files are acceptable).

Please format the subject of your EMAIL as follows:
HHC_LastNameFirstName_Treatment
For example: HHC_JohnsonPaula_Treatment

Here’s how to submit your artwork:
If you would like your work considered, please e-mail the required materials by
November 5th to [email protected]