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Peter Demos: The Power of Contrast

This is the work of artist Peter Demos—a great example of contemporary abstraction. I first discovered his work a few years ago through my then-business partner, Michael Souter. Michael has a thing for pure abstraction, so it wasn’t a shock that he loved Peter’s work.

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Andrew Faris: Bold Hues and Abstract Narratives

Andrew's journey into art is rooted in his design background, which has significantly shaped his approach from the start. In our conversation, he shared how he's moved away from the way he began creating art—meticulously planning his compositions—to embracing a more spontaneous interplay of colors on the canvas. It's less about starting with a concrete idea and more about letting the paint flow and evolve naturally.

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“Hughmans,” Hugh Hayden

If you know me, you know I’m all in for shows that leave you pondering way more questions than when you walked in. That’s exactly what hit me at “Hughmans,” Hugh Hayden’s latest exhibition at the Lisson Gallery. Now, this gallery has two spots in New York right next to each other, but it’s art the smaller one where the magic happens—IMHO, more often than not, it's where the really captivating shows unfold.

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How to Find Up-and-Coming Artists—I’ll Tell You My Secret

“Where do you find cool artists?” That’s the question I hear all the time. Everyone who’s into art is always on the hunt for new talent. Unearthing these hidden gems takes some real intuition and a bit dedication, but it’s not impossible. Let’s dive into how I do it:

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