Finally, on Gapchinska
There is a lot of talk on the town about Gapchinska. She is labeled for being outwardly commercial, a mere children’s book illustrator, etc-etc. I did not want to put in my five cents untill I visited her gallery on Mykailivska and now I did! All those labels are true and then some more. Her images are very likable, simple, and highly sellable (and for a very hefty price).
Behind the saccharine decorations there is a solid concept, certain recognizable style in which all works are kept. and great business cunning. I send my regards for all of those points. And finally, why criticize unnecessarily if ultimately the works sell? As my wise art teacher said, there will be a buyer for every artwork, just need to find the right match. And what if this matchmaking is done with a bit of marketing help? The rest is while envy. Go see the ongoing exhibit!
16 Mykhailivska (shares the entrance with some law firm)
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April 4th, 2007 at 5:35 am
a wise art teacher indeed. i love your photos – the color and contrast is mesmerizing. by the way, i received my camera yesterday! i must work on keeping a steady hand!
April 4th, 2007 at 8:38 am
Hi Olha, just popping in to say hi. Planning to go back and read your new posts – you’re motivating me to get out and do stuff now that the (short) winter is over.
April 4th, 2007 at 9:33 pm
Hi, David,
the steady thing is quite challenging when so many exiting things to focus on are around! Unless you wish for depth of field, the multiple point focusing is the key.
July 13th, 2007 at 5:54 pm
16, Mykhailivska, Kiev
July 13th, 2007 at 9:34 pm
danke, znatok
September 30th, 2007 at 8:47 am
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