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Mary K. Doyle

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An Eye for Art

The weather was perfect last weekend to stroll the 2012 fine art fair in Geneva, Illinois. More than 150 artists from around the country participated. Exhibits included photography, pottery, fiber, printmaking, glass, mixed media, watercolor, oil/acrylic, wood, sculpture, and jewelry.

A local favorite, award-winning watercolorist Fatima Figueiredo (www.figtreestudio.com), displayed her romantic pieces. Fatima has a degree in Industrial Design and decades of experience. Her stunning paintings add class and sophistication to any room.

Selecting an original work of art for your home is an investment in the unique creativity of an artist. Countless hours of thought and skill go into each piece that stirs us emotionally. A work of art can make us happy, offer a sense of peace, or even agitate us. Choose artwork that achieves the emotional goal you seek.

For a listing of fairs near you contact your town’s chamber of commerce or go online to http://www.artfaircalendar.com/art_fair/central-us-art-fairs.html.

©2012, Mary K. Doyle

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Responses to “An Eye for Art”

  1. kagould17

    Art fairs really add to the culture of an area. So glad they are sticking around. Have a good evening Mary. Allan

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      We have festivals around here all summer, Allan. You can see that post was written in 2012. I had a booth last summer at a fair, and it is more and more difficult to make a profit. There are so many expenses involved in setting up.

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      1. kagould17

        Thanks Mary. I know the timing. I expect Covid and the economy had a hand in part to increase the difficulty and cost of these shows. It is a similar situation here, although Edmonton has a bigger population.

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