Laughter and Wonderful Memories

"The Blue Coast" by David Najar | Park West Gallery Collection

Dear Park West Gallery,

"I want to comment on my experience last weekend with your team from Park West Gallery in Balboa, CA. 

I went and didn't know what to expect. I have to let you know that it was one of the best weekends. [The auctioneer] and his team were the most friendly, knowledgeable, and made my friend and I feel so comfortable. My friend has cancer and the laughter and quality of the weekend brought healing to her soul. Thank you for that.

I went not wanting to spend anything and $6900 later, with no regrets and wonderful memories. The artists that I met were amazing, David Najar is upcoming, from what I understand. Please let me know when he is showing again, his personality is priceless. And Scott Jacobs captured the room and our hearts, along with his nephew Todd.

Thank you for allowing me to be a part of this event. You should give [the auctioneer] a raise!!!! Thank you again, I know that sometimes you only hear the bad, and its important to know that you are doing something right, and you are."

PAM B.

Yorba Linda, California

Artists Surprise Park West Gallery Collectors

"My Golden Palace" by David Najar
Park West Gallery Collection

Dear Park West Gallery,

"We're just recovering from a fantastic weekend at the Balboa Bay Club in Newport Beach.

It was the usual outstanding Park West Gallery event, but this was made even more memorable with the presence of Anatole Krasnyansky, Itzchak Tarkay, David Najar, and a surprise visit by Scott Jacobs. There was also a phone conversation with Tim Yanke during one of the auctions.

To say it was a thrill to meet and talk to these world renowned artists is an understatement.

We can't wait to display the piece by Krasnyansky and two more of Tim Yanke's works to go along with his beautiful Kokopelli. I wrote to Tim and told him the family room is going to be called the 'Tim Yanke' room.

[The auctioneer] and the rest of the staff made us feel as special as the beautiful Newport surroundings.

Thank you."

FRED B. & PATRICIA F.

Irvine, California
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"I really didn't know who to write to but I just wanted to thank Park West Gallery for the fabulous weekend my husband and I had in Huntington Beach, CA.

This was the first event we have been able to attend and we were only able to stay Saturday and Sunday but we had a wonderful time.

Meeting Itzchak Tarkay, David Najar and you especially surprised us with Scott Jacobs - who is such a great guy - it was such a pleasure. Scott even got on the dance floor with us on Saturday night.

Thanks again."

GLYNN & TERESE W.

Northridge, California

Thrilled to Meet the Artists at Park West Gallery Events

"She Speaks Softly" by Itzchak Tarkay
Park West Gallery Collection

Dear Park West Gallery,

Just a belated note to thank you and all of your associates at Park West Gallery for making the weekend in Dearborn, Michigan enjoyable and exciting. What a thrill to meet Peter Max and Itzchak Tarkay, as well as David Najar and Tim Yanke! We just received the photos which were taken of us with the artists and our art work, and have already gotten a couple of the pieces which we purchased that weekend.

All the details of the various events were carefully planned and executed, and it was obvious that much effort and expense went into the lavish entertaining. The instruction from the artists was enlightening, the entertainment was lively, and the food was fabulous.

Thanks once again for giving us the opportunity and the honor to spend time with you and Albert Scaglione and the many art collectors we met in Dearborn.

ED & SUE N.

Northbrook, Illinois

Park West Gallery Cruise Art Auctions Are Fabulous!

"Driving Through the Plains" by David Najar
Park West Gallery Collection

Dear Park West Gallery,

"Thank you! Thank you! I just received my David Najar and it is so fabulous! Much more beautiful then I remember. I can't wait for my next opportunity to find just the piece that touches my heart."

Anne C.

Cary, North Carolina
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"I just want to let you know what a gem you have in [your art auctioneer] — she did a wonderful job. Bright and cheery, easy to work with and she just makes you feel like you have know her for quite some time. She did a great job at the auction... I hope I can catch her on our next cruise."

William H.

West Monroe, Louisiana

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"Our cruise on Carnival Victory was truly enhanced by the art auctions. The auctioneer was easily one of the best I’ve listened to on a cruise ship. He shared a depth of knowledge that was truly helpful. I’ve already had most of it framed and hung and the whole family is enjoying the art."

Gerald S.

Barbados

Another Fine Experience with Park West Gallery

February 1, 2009

"My husband, John, and I took the Carnival Liberty over Thanksgiving and brought along our 6 1/2 yr. old granddaughter Melody, who was the youngest child with the VIP group. Melody has been exposed to much artwork and she was able to recognize many of the artists, mostly by their technique or subject matter.

Melody had the great experience of painting for almost an hour with abstract artist Tim Yanke, on a 44x62 piece entitled Yankee Doodle II. Tim and his wife, Nicky, were so kind to Melody and we were able to meet their two nice sons. Of course we purchased the piece!! Talk about being "painted into a corner." The artwork just arrived yesterday and it is spectacular.

Simon Bull and David Najar were also on board and when it came time to purchase their works, Melody did the actual bidding. The staff of the auction, Chris, Samantha, Rebecca and Simon were so knowledgeable, warm and friendly that they helped make the trip memorable.

Again, another fine experience with Park West Gallery."

Lana G.
Port St. Lucie, Florida

A Memorable Park West VIP Cruise

Fanch "Brise Tropicale"

"I wanted to share with you some feedback about our first Park West VIP cruise. We spent last week in the Caribbean with Ann Marie, Tim, Tom, Ryan, and Megan. They made us feel like we were on an "exclusive" trip even though we were amongst 3,000 other people on the ship. Everything was well organized yet balanced our time so that we could also enjoy the islands and the events that the cruise had to offer.

Our surprise artists were Fanch, David Najar, and Leslie Lew. What a treat to meet and spend time with them. As you can imagine, we have memories that will last a lifetime!

They all made what we expected to be an "artsy-fartsy" trip into a memorable experience. Each one added their own special touch to the trip. They provided the perfect environment to learn about the art, the artists, and gave us personal consultations. Because of them, we purchased a piece of art from each of the artists that we met, and we finally added a Marc Chagall to our collection.

Thank you for including us on this vacation. Please thank them for the wonderful experiences they created for us! Without them this would have been just another cruise.

Sincerely,
Steve and Matty G."