Friday, November 20, 2009

Happy Park West Collectors for 35 Years…

We love to hear about all of the exception service Park West customers receive from the Art Auctioneers during their cruise art auctions!

Park West Galleries can be found on a variety of cruise ships, and they offer passengers a unique opportunity to view and collect artworks from a multitude of artists. Next time you find yourself cruising, check out the Park West Gallery Collection of artwork onboard.

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Hi Travis (Cruise Art Auctioneer),

Waiting for an Angel. Marko Mavrovich.We were delighted to be with you and the rest of the Park West staff from Sept. 30 to Oct. 10th. We had a great time...bought too much art...love each piece...as we only buy the pieces that speak to our hearts and move our souls, but where will we hang it all? Don't worry...where there is a will, and room to hang up one more tier..there is a way! Once home I was immersed in the Charity Tennis Tournament I run the Silent Auction for, thus my delay in writing to thank you for making the trip so very special!

We are eagerly awaiting the arrival of yet 12 more pieces to add to our collection that we started with Park West Gallery 35 years ago in Memphis, Tennessee when Albert Scaglione was the auctioneer, outstanding educator, check out person and even helped load our car! In all that time I don't think we've had a better educational session as thorough, concise and enjoyable as you presented in your "History of Printmaking.” We also enjoyed your presentation by the delightful lady...I forget her name ...on 30,000 years of art in 30 min which we later learned was your work.

Acadia Sunset. Marko Mavrovich.When we were onboard, you said you would be happy to send me your outline or "cheat sheet" of both presentations, or even better if you have the presentations on a disc...I would love to have them to help our son and new daughter in law get to know our art and have an appreciation and love of art as we do.

They are newly married, as were we when Albert took us into the world of collecting and lit the spark and passion we have enjoyed all these years. Patrick of course grew up with art everywhere, even had Chagall wallpaper and a Picasso print in his nursery...but has always taken it for granted. Perhaps now that he will soon be starting to consider their needs for a home and the potential for art on the walls, I would like to give him the opportunity to be more knowledgeable about the finer aspects of collecting. I can not think of a finer instructor/mentor than you!

I do hope you will be able to help us with this request...just think of the young fertile minds you will be leading into what we hope will become a life long passion for art! Again, we so enjoyed meeting you and the others...what a great team you make. Everything appeared seamless and as though you were hardly working, but rather having fun along with the rest of us! We know how much effort y'all put in and appreciate every ounce of it!

Take care and love that little baby and his Mama to pieces!

Fondly,

Nancy K.
Pine Ridge , FL

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Monday, November 16, 2009

Customer Corner: Thanks Park West!

We receive positive comments from Park West Collectors on a regular basis. The topics covered range from feedback on the Park West Gallery Art Collection, to experiences with Art Auctioneers during Cruise Art Auctions, to stories about meeting Park West Gallery Artists – and just about anything else Park West related! If you’ve had an experience with Park West at sea, we’d love to hear about it....
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THANK YOU TO YOU AND YOUR "crew" for a wonderful weekend. Everyone was friendly, helpful and professional. You all dressed great. It was a pleasure to be with you. Tell Albert he has a wonderful staff and we appreciate all of you. We believe that the artwork we have purchased is a "good buy", considering may of the pieces have your wonderful framing included. Tell everyone "thank you."

We were amazed at the manuscripts and can hardly wait to receive ours.

Thank you & Blessings,

Don & Gerrie W.
Van Nuys , CA
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What a great event you put on for us! And thanks also to the ladies, of course -- and Dustin (what a hustler, he is).

Rob, it was a treat meeting you. You do a great job running the auctions, but you also work so well with your staff and the guest artists. And you are a magnificent host to all the guests.

Roberta and I look forward to seeing you all again. We wish you success in St. Louis this week.

Cheers,

Tim G.
Commerce City , CO
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Thursday, November 12, 2009

Stellar Art Auctioneer Impresses Collector

We strive to make all of your experiences with Park West at sea enriching and enjoyable. In addition to experiencing the Park West Gallery Art Collection and the Park West artists, it is our hope that you will also meet wonderful new friends along the way. Please keep sharing your latest Park West stories with us.
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Rhythm in the Tropics. Alfred Gockel.I am writing this to commend Assistant Art Auctioneer Mario. I have been on 17 cruises and purchased art on almost all of them. My dad and I were so impressed with him that I purchased another piece of art.

I watched him "work the room." He remembered potential buyers by name and also remembered which pieces they showed interest in. After a brief conversation, he approached me with exactly the piece I had in mind. His professionalism and recall was uncanny.

Mario demonstrates all the qualities of a good employee and a great auctioneer. He is a caring professional who puts people at ease. As you know, many individuals have never purchased art and are very leery. He handles them in such a way that they were not reluctant to make purchases.

To reiterate, congratulations to Park West for having such a stellar employee.

Sincerely,

Vince M.
Pittsburgh, PA

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Monday, November 9, 2009

Collectors Look Forward to Receiving Artwork

Park West Gallery prides itself on providing its collectors with memorable, informative events. Whether you’ve joined us for our Cruise Art Auctions or a land-based event, let us know what you thought. Park West Gallery receives customer reviews regarding many aspects of our events such as the Art Auctioneers, the Park West artists, and the Park West Gallery Art Collection – and we enjoy reading them all.
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Dear Simon:

Le Gout du Bonheur #24. Pablo Picasso.Leo & I would like to extend our thanks again to you and Park West Galley for a wonderful weekend in Newport, RI. We had a wonderful time. The hotel was amazing, the food was fantastic and the artwork incredible!

Please extend our thanks to the entire team who all made us feel welcome. Meeting two exciting artists was quite the experience. Two true genuine and down to earth guys (who can really create awesome pieces!)

We look forward to displaying our latest acquisitions!

Sincerely,

Leo & Julie V.
Uxbridge, MA

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Friday, November 6, 2009

Park West Staff Goes Above and Beyond

We are pleased to share the following Park West Gallery testimonial with you. If you have recently cruised with Park West at sea, we would love to hear from you. So whether you are inspired to write to us about the Park West Collection offered onboard, the fabulous Art Auctioneers you met, or anything else, we can’t wait to receive your reviews!
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Please forward my heartfelt thanks and great appreciation to the proper department concerning your associates in sales and auctions. I was able to meet and participate on the recent New York/New England (Sept 30-Oct 10) cruise group; but due to prior commitments could not go for 10 days.

I wanted to really commend the friendly and caring staff who made my daughter and I welcome. Tim, Sebelle, and Oscar seemed to be everywhere: smiling, engaging, answering questions, and keeping our group informed.

I Love the World. Peter Max.
For the number of participants, everything went so smoothly. We enjoyed our time with the pre-cruise group and were thrilled to meet Peter Max. We are planning another visit to New York soon; as our appetites have been awakened!

Again many thanks. I promised the group that I would go on the next outing. Seeing the great preparations have made me a true fan and believer!

Thank you so much,

Debrah W.
College Park, MD

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Thursday, November 5, 2009

Collectors Write to Artist Tim Yanke

Here at Park West Gallery we strive to give our collectors unique, hands-on art experiences. This includes bringing collectors together with Park West artists. A favorite of many Park West collectors is artist Tim Yanke, and often times once they meet him, they understand and appreciate his artwork even more.
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Make it Your Own. Tim Yanke.We have received all of our pieces of yours with the exception of “Ship Sails at 10:00 p.m.” which we asked to have shadow boxed, so maybe that takes longer. We are thrilled with the other five Yanke’s we’ve received. We so thoroughly enjoyed meeting you and “getting” your work!

Please keep in touch!

Karen and Jeff W.
Gilbert, AZ
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Tim Yanke, Park West Gallery.It was a pleasure meeting you and seeing you create your art. Thank you for signing and decorating the wine bottle for us. Attached are some of the photos that we took during your creation of the canvases and of us holding the bottle with your creation. There are also some of the photos from the dueling piano performance on Saturday night.

Thanks again,

Mary Ann & Ted R.
Avon Park, FL
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Wednesday, November 4, 2009

The Latest Art World News from Park West

Attention Park West Gallery Newsletter fans,
ISSUE 15: NOVEMBER 2009 is here!


Park West Gallery, November newsletter

Issue 15 features include:

  • Park West Gallery CEO Talks Da Vinci with WJR

  • Decoding the Durer in Dan Brown’s The Lost Symbol

  • Simon Bull Salutes “The Champ”

  • Lucas & Spielberg Rockwell Collections to Go On View

  • Agam Interview: Eating from the Tree of Knowledge

  • An Interview with the Artistic Director of the Museo Picasso

READ ISSUE 15: NOVEMBER 2009
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Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Auctioneers Make Art Auctions Fun

We strive to make all of your experiences with Park West at sea enriching and enjoyable. In addition to experiencing the Park West Gallery Art Collection and the Park West artists, it is our hope that you will also meet wonderful new friends along the way. Please keep sharing your latest Park West stories with us.
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Dear Chris Lindsay, Art Auctioneer:

I had a good time at the art auction last weekend, here in California. I wanted to let you and your staff know that we were well taken care of, you were very fun and funny and it made bidding of course very easy.(I think Park West figured that out long ago)

Quartet II. Anatole Krasnyansky.
The hotel was nice and my interactions with Sam, EJ, Ashley, the brothers and Simon, they were all very professional. Even the Mac and Cheese was fine.

I loved talking to the artists; I could have listened to Anatole for hours. I am looking forward to my next auction, I still have wall space.

Oh and thanks for the door prize.

Sincerely,

Mary W. & Cindy F.
Long Beach, CA
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Monday, November 2, 2009

Park West Gallery Creates Memorable Experiences

Park West Galleries can be found onboard cruise ships around the world. The Art Auctioneers maintaining these galleries can enhance your cruise experience by giving you an in depth knowledge of the Park West artists and the Park West Gallery Fine Art Collection. Join in the fun at a Cruise Art Auction and let us know all about it when you get back from vacation.
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Dear Tom (Cruise Art Auctioneer):

Dragonfly (fig. 20). Tim Yanke.We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the opportunity to experience a luxury cruise with you, Anne, Jen and Tim. The gathering for cocktails and dinner the first night was marvelous. Before we stepped on the ship we had met new friends with whom we could enjoy Park West’s generosity.

Your itinerary of cocktails, dinner and auctions was well planned and balanced. The selection of art was extensive and we appreciate the education we received about specific works including the masters.

While disappointed to not have the opportunity to meet Anatole Krasnyansky, the Park West staff and Tim Yanke exceeded our expectations with their knowledge and friendly hospitality.

Lone Star 62. Tim Yanke.The NCL Pearl provided pleasant accommodations and their staff was professional. We enjoyed every minute of the cruise.

We want to give a special thank you to Anne for acknowledging our 30th wedding anniversary. Our celebration was enhanced by the attention the Park West staff exhibited to us and to all who were a part of the VIP group.

Words cannot express our appreciation to Park West, Anne, Jen, Tim and you Tom for providing us with such a memorable experience. We continue to add to our art collection, including the masters, and we look forward to seeing all of you again in the future.

Sincerely,

Ken and Pam W.
Arvada, CO

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Thursday, October 29, 2009

We Loved Every Minute with Park West at Sea...

We strive to make all of your experiences with Park West at sea enriching and enjoyable. In addition to experiencing the Park West Gallery Art Collection and the Park West artists, it is our hope that you will also meet wonderful new friends along the way. Please keep sharing your latest Park West stories with us.
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Dear Park West Gallery Friends:

Just a note to say we had a great time at the Alaska VIP event. It was a great adventure. We enjoyed every minute of it - as well as - meeting your knowledgeable staff. They all represented your company well.

Park West Gallery Artist Tim Yanke
We purchased some great art...and loved the unique socializing with other VIP's. The art selections were delightful, the staff was professional, and very friendly, personable, and helpful.... seeming to truly look out for our needs and art desires. We love our choices.... and of course Tim Yanke was a super star treat!

Keep us in mind for other art adventures....

Until next time...your friends in art...

Jimmy and Jackie W.
Theodore, Alabama
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