Art like you’ve never seen before by Ann Land and Eve Arnold

I had a unique and extraordinary day yesterday; I was involved in hosting opening events to two artists that have developed for themselves a unique, original style not like I’ve seen anywhere else before:

Ann Land truly means mixed media; working with acrylic paint, inks, gouache and sand Ann expertly manipulates this media onto her canvases to give us deep, irridescent colour combined with rippled textures. This is a style and outcome that is completely original, contact us for you to own an Ann Land original.

Oh so Blue by Ann Land 80 x 130 cms ready to hang $1980 Buy here

Eve Arnold expertly creates her images through etching and distressing with hand tools (no machinery used) a variety of beautiful and organic forms. Further meaning is derived from the titles of great Jazz standards such as “Falling in Love again’ and ‘Re-turning point’ and more plus with the discovery of how much these works ‘live’ with the changing natural light. I encourage you, those local to Perth, to visit the elements gallery at 3pm and return again at 5 or 6pm to experience the dramatic change in these artworks; a truly magical outcome that would be an exciting addition to any spacious home or office reception or boardroom.

Crossroads by Eve Arnold

Contact us to view and/purchase

As you can imagine, photographs simply don’t do justice to the full impact of these unique works. Contact us to arrange a viewing if you’re located local to Perth or else contact us to receive a full description/interpretation of the works relating to your own personal situation.

We need your help…

Our NEW online shopping cart is now live! This month I took the advice of Sara Hall of Finer Details and de-cluttered our Interactive Arts office. as a result, I discovered some remaining greeting card, gift tag and bookmark stock. It is all new, high quality items but they really need to go. So as an Interactive Arts 2nd birthday gift to you we will give you 50 greeting cards, gift tags or bookmarks FREE (that’s up to $250 worth of gifts FREE) with every item purchased or paid for online by 31st October. You choose what combination of the cards, tags, bookmarks etc and all the cards are blank and can be used for Christmas or for any occasion for that matter. Go shopping online here! www.InteractiveArts.com.au

Why isn’t there an Arts blog on the Technorait Top 100 blogs?

Is Art that unimportant? Or are blogs the wrong media? Anyway, my soapbox seems to have appeared for me to step up and ‘rant’ but am frustrated in the lack of recognition and value given to all the arts. Why? Because this is a primary area that develops creativity, problem solving and discipline. All traits respected by many, so why do so many of us ‘miss the point’?

Any thoughts? Ideas?

Investment Allowance for Art purchase

Government Investment Allowance of 50% on Art purchases up until 31st Dec 2009

Are you aware that you might be eligible for an investment allowance of up to 50% for the purchase of art by your business?

Lowensteins Arts Management (Certified Practicing Accountants) have received advice from the ATO confirming that businesses with a turnover under $2 million are eligible to receive an investment allowance of up to 50% on the purchase of artworks purchased for at least $1,000. Also, for businesses with a turnover of more than $2 million turnover an investment allowance of 10% on the purchase of artworks purchased for at least $10,000. This investment allowance is available up to 31st December 2009.

There are a small number of guidelines to enable artworks to be claimed under the new allowance. Among the guidelines accepted by the ATO to qualify for the allowance are:

1. The allowance only applies to NEW artworks created by professional artists registered with an ABN or a recognised overseas artist.

2. Artworks are used in Australia primarily for business purposes (an artwork would not qualify if its exposure was limited to only its owner).

3. Artworks must be tangible, therefore excluding digital art.

4. Artworks cannot be intended for sale in the foreseeable future.

Here is an example of how the investment allowance for a small business with a turnover less than $2 million would work:

A) Print purchased for $2,000 (includes GST).

B) Depreciation $ 20

C) Investment Allowance $1,000

D) Equates to a tax deduction of $1,020 dollars

This investment allowance will only apply up until 31st December 2009, so now is the right time to acquire art for a business.

Of course, The Raw Gallery recommends you consult your accountant before making any purchase.

Have the most stunning artwork in your home or office for just $17 per week…

Do you love art?

Would you like people to say “Wow” when they come to your office… make people say “Wow” from just $17 per week…..

It is all possible through Interactive Arts Art Rental Service

Contact Us to find out more

 

 

by Carollyn Rhodes-Thompson

Planetarium by Carol Hazel Sold

I just love the joy of selling a painting in person, of course am also happy to send paintings to homes over long distances but there is nothing like seeing the absolute joy and excitement when new owners purchase. Especially when it’s there first ever original art purchase, very very exciting!

Community Partnership with Hawaiian

Hawaiian is a Western Australian-based property group which owns and manages an Australia-wide commercial, retail and hospitality portfolio.

 

The group’s philosophy of uniting business and people is delivered by working in collaboration with some of Australia’s top corporate companies and partnering with a number of community organisations and charitable groups. Hawaiian’s business success is leveraged to actively promote participation in the Arts, encourage our young people, and support those in need.

Hawaiian’s newest community partnership with Interactive Arts will see Western Australian artists utilising commercial tenancy spaces, art exhibitions in building foyers and engagement in Hawaiian’s Alive program and retail centre mall spaces.

As seen in Western Suburbs Weekly Real Estate liftout

Very excited about the feature on us in Luxury Living

Last Exhibition for Winter (downunder) 09

 

 

Interactive Arts presents….

Colour, Texture, Forms

Carmen Cilliers

Paul Johnson

Narelle Manser-Smith

Enthalpy by Narelle Manser-Smith SOLD

Just back from a great opening night of our latest exhibition In Perspective. Of particular note was the sale of Enthalpy by Narelle Manser-Smith. A lovely couple bought it, two people that were invited at the last minute and have never bought an original art work. They enjoy their own photography in their home. However the image, title and evolution of this artwork intrigued them and ultimately resonated with them so they bought it. I really enjoy selling artwork but especially to great people but also to those that haven’t before. All involved were so joyful and excited. A great experience….