And A Collection Begins

I must say I had a pretty exciting weekend over the long Memorial day holiday. I had a chance to spend some time with the family, catch up on some reading( the old fashion way, as my computer was infected with a virus which I have seemed to have beaten for the moment, knock on wood!), and broker my very first art deal. And what a piece I have started my collection with, an original limited edition Giclee from prominent African American artist Kathleen Atkins Wilson. I acquired the piece through a family member who had bought it from a friend at a "discount" price, and she thus turned around and sold it to me in hopes that I would properly frame it and give it a good home. So just like that, I am no longer an aspiring art collector. I have graduated to amateur art collector, and I must say I really, really enjoy the sensation and feeling I get from an acquisition! But enough about me, let's talk about the work of art I have chosen to begin my collection with, a piece entitled "The Promise." I have attached a picture of the work below:

So for the modest price of $75, I have garnished a $1500 work of art. Not bad for my first acquisition! I will be looking for a proper frame to do the work justice this week and next, and hope to have the work on display in my home by mid June( in time for my birthday).
Considered one of the pioneers of restoring the Lithograph to contemporary art, Kathleen Atkins Wilson continues to make beautiful limited edition works and  sculptures for clients. Her silhouette style speaks of the African Diaspora, and reminds us of the displaced who may have lost their culture but not the spirit and essence of who they are. The Promise is a biblical reference of God's promise to Noah he would not destroy the earth, and depicts three generations of men whose duty it is to preserve and respect the planet we live on. It is vibrant with color, which is expressive of hope and illicit an inspiring response to the viewer. I look forward to having the piece in my collection for a good while to use as a reference of inspiration when times get difficult in my life.
That's all for now. I am really getting excited about the 54th annual Allentown Art Festival in two weeks. I will definitely be looking for my next acquisition there. Until next time....