Dear (Contact First Name),  

Welcome July!

Two summers ago, I visited the Hamptons for a weekend in July and was blown away by the world-class quality of Art & Antique shows, shops and events I found here. Don't know why that was all such a surprise to me, as I was no stranger to the Hamptons, and I already knew the region has long been a haven for the arts, the birthplace for the Abstract Expressionist Movement, and home to many emerging artists who have found international acclaim. The area is magical for anyone who visits, and artists and arts enthusiasts in particular have always found tremendous inspiration in the natural beauty and wonders of the light, the landscape and the sea... clearly this was all part of my own draw back here every year!

But, never before had I seen the level of world class art showcased through such high-level internationally acclaimed art shows as I was witnessing then. It was all part of the inspiration behind my own reason to make the Hamptons my home, and I haven't turned back since.

This July, there will be two such major art shows further putting the Hamptons on the map as the place to be for finding, purchasing and collecting world class art. Two major art fairs bring the best of the best in galleries, artists, media, sponsors and collectors together for one amazing season to savor, mingle and celebrate a new season for art collecting. 

If you are not already a collector or arts aficionado, this would be a good time to consider learning more about becoming one. At either show you will have the opportunity of meeting top-quality gallerists in the relaxed setting of a Hamptons art fair, mingling with the artists, celebrities and collectors, who like myself are drawn to these events, and catching the art collecting bug. These are the shows and the location to start with, as the breadth of art that will be offered will match every budget and taste level. Even if you don't buy, you will want to visit, as there are very few other venues anyone can see museum quality art outside of a big-city museum in the relaxed setting of a horse farm or historical society.

At the same time, both shows will also be donating a percentage of their proceeds to support local non-profit organizations. The cost of your tickets will benefit many of the arts organizations that have long become important cultural institutions in the Hamptons, but need continued support: The Bridgehampton Historical Society, Guild Hall, the Parrish Art Museum, Bay Street Theatre, The Children's Museum of the East End and Southampton Hospital. Nice to know that while you are enjoying a day at the fair, your dollars are helping to support a local institution. 

Mark these dates on your calendars and Read On!  

Hope to see you at the Fairs!