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| The Art Marketer
Spotlight on Spanek Enterprises, Inc.
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Dear (Contact First Name), Welcome Fall! It's late September and with that, the summer crowds retreat back to their winter homes, the temperatures fall and the leaves start changing colors as we celebrate the shift in seasons and all that autumn brings with it. September in the Northeast marks a time for harvest festivals, hayrides, pumpkin and apple picking, wine tasting and family gatherings around a festive dining table laden with the season's bounty. To that end, I am delighted to introduce my newest client, Spanek Enterprises, Inc. and invite you to view and purchase many of the exclusive products they have made available to my own extended family of friends and business colleagues. The Spaneks have built a wonderful multi-faceted business based on the philosophy that Fine Food finds Fine Wine finds Fine Art finds Fine Friends. It all started with Denis Spanek, who calls himself a Happy Kitchen Dude™ and Lifetime Ambassador To The World on behalf of his family's original invention, The Spanek Vertical Roaster™ The Vertical Roaster brought Denis to Food Shows around the World, where the inspiration struck for a unique concept he calls L'Art Pour Le Table™, or art for the table - the design concept of bringing fine art from the wall to the table, where it reflects the beauty of the cuisine and the dining experience. He brought the concept to Williams-Sonoma in the 1980's, where it succeeded beyond anyone's expectations, with multiple series of fine china, placemats, coasters, dining trays and many other fine collectibles, featuring the art of Guy Buffet, Georges Coulon, Robert Lyn Nelson, André Renoux, and other contemporary masters. It is through my own unique new partnership with Denis that I am able to offer a fine selection of limited edition products he has made available to my clients just in time for the Holiday, Entertaining and Gift-Giving Season. Those of you who are familiar with my blog, have already read about many of these products. This edition of my newsletter summarizes those offers in reaching a wider audience. Read on, and act now. Each of these products are unique one-of-kind products at promotional prices below what they are valued at. Once these products are sold out, they will no longer be available, and no new editions will be made, thereby increasing their value and appeal. For more information, please contact myself or the Spaneks or link to my blog on the offers being made. Look for more inspiring ideas, tips, advice and unique offers from the Spaneks in future communications. The Spaneks bring life and inspiration to The Art of Living by being living proof of their simple philosophy that Fine Food finds Fine Wine finds Fine Art finds Fine Friends. It is an easy philosophy to embrace, and they offer a world of ideas, products, experience and tips to do just that! Enter their unique universe by visiting their website, and exploring all the planets in their galaxy. Click on Gallery to meet their family of artists, then come back here for offers at values below what their own website is promoting. Wishing you all the best the Harvest Season has to offer for now and always! Lisa Freedman The Art Marketer |
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BURGUNDY - A Celebration of Life by Guy Buffet
is a Special Limited Edition Print that Celebrates the Wine Harvest
in a way few other images capture!
In Vino Veritas - In Wine the Truth
Buffet's classic image depicts the grandeur of the Burgundy wine region in France. Fine wines of the Burgundy region are enjoyed and celebrated at harvest time with a Bacchic feast set in the French countryside; this is the tradition of the true French bon vivant. Every level of viticulture is celebrated in bringing the final product to fruition.
Artist Guy Buffet captures the magnificence of the terrain and the vibrant French culture in this image. This truly classic Burgundy lithograph is a breathtaking celebration of life, family, community and friendship.
The image has found a home with some of the world's most famous chefs, sommeliers, and restaurants, as well as the top wine cellars of the world.
This edition has been exclusively distributed through the Spanek family's
travels and friendships over the years since 1992.
There are only a few pieces left in this Limited Edition.
This series will not be reprinted!
As part of a recent promotion with special pricing in a Wine Cellar Distribution, these pieces were offered in a grouping at the low price of $1200.00, a price The Art Marketer is able to match because of her unique relationship with the Spanek family, the original producers, owners and exclusive distributors of the series.
This is the lowest price these prints have ever been offered, and again, it is only by special arrangement with the Spanek Family that we are able to make this offer.
This offer is not available elsewhere and it will not last.
This price is less than half the price you will find this print offered
through Art Galleries and elsewhere.
Once sold out, it will not be repeated, and the value of each piece will multiply.
Each piece is signed and numbered and includes a Certificate of Authenticity.
Image size: 24 inches by 31 inches, unframed
Lithograph Edition of 350 -- signed and numbered.
Includes Certificate of Authenticity.
Contact lisa@theartmarketer or call us at 914.907.9842 for more details.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
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Guy Buffet's work is well-known in both advertising and fine-art contexts. His portraits of waiters (for example, "Les Garçons" and "The Charge of the Flower Bottle Brigade") and restaurant staff are famous, as are his impressionist scenes of his native Paris and his adopted homes of Hawaii and California. He is regarded as one of the living masters of French contemporary impressionism. Guy Buffet shares wall space with Toulouse Lautrec at the Perrier-Jouet Museum in Paris and has been their official artist as well.
Showing unique fascination for color, Buffet's canvas seems to know no boundaries. He takes the casual observer into his work both visually and emotionally. His intention is to create a stopover point where an individual can rediscover the beauty and gaiety which life has to offer.
I take you into my world like a guest into my home. I want you to be comfortable, relaxed, happy; to forget about problems and sorrows. - Guy Buffet
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Hooked on Fish Platters
& The Art of Gyotaku
GYOTAKU (Ghio Ta Koo) Gyo means Fish, Taku means rubbing. Gyotaku is the Japanese Art of Hand Rubbing Fish Prints on Fine Rice Paper.
Fish Printing originated in Japan or China in the early 1800's.
In Japan, Gyotaku is practiced by Sportsmen to preserve records of their catches.
Florida artist, Gregory Aragon, holds a Captain's license and makes his living as Master of a Deep-Water Fishing Vessel. He became fascinated by Gyotaku, studied and mastered the art, and has been making Gyotaku prints for over 20 years. His work is displayed in galleries and private collections in the US, France and England.
While on display at the New Orleans Gourmet Products Show in the Spanek Enterprises Booth, Greg Aragon's fish rubbings were discovered by A. Santos Company, one of the leading ceramic manufactuing companies in Portugal. These would make great platters! said Licinio Reis, owner of A. Santos. We have a great decal company who could reverse the images so we can apply them to our unique ceramic platters. And a new product was spawned! Not only can we enjoy the beauty of Aragon's artwork as well as the inherent beauty of the fish he chooses as his subjects, but these ceramic platters themselves are functional works of art! These amazing platters are freezer proof, dishwasher safe, and can take oven temperatures of up to 250 degrees C/500 F. They are lead-free and safe for all food use under the FDA California Lead Standards, allowing you to cook, serve and freeze your food all on the same platter. Many choose just to hang the platters on the wall for the beauty of the art itself. As with Guy Buffet's Celebration of Life print, Greg Aragon's Gyotaku Fish Platters are now being offered as Collectible, Limited Edition pieces which will no longer be produced once sold out. And again, it is only by special arrangement with the Spanek Family that The Art Marketer is able to offer a special promotion on the few remaining. All platters are Freezer-proof, Dishwasher-Safe; can go directly from the Freezer to the Oven, not to mention the table! The platters may also be displayed on the wall Every platter is packed with a recipe sheet and instructions, as well as a bio of the artist and the story behind the art and the product. These beautiful platters make wonderful gifts for the art lover as well as for caterers, cooks and restaurants wanting to use them as serving pieces. They present well as displays in private and commercial locations wherever fish are revered.
Snook
Large platter measures 9 3/4 x 22 1/2 "
Our price, $125.00
Warsaw Grouper
Small platter measures 9 1/4 x 18 1/2 "
Our price, $100.00
Scamp
Small platter measures 9 1/4 x 18 1/2"
Our price, $100.00
For more information, contact lisa@theartmarketer.com or all us at 914.907.9842.
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LES GRANDS PAQUEBOTS
The Normandie (pictured above) is one in a collection of six images capturing the beauty, eloquence, majesty and historical significance in each of the six main ships from The French Transit Line's History - Les Grands Paquebots!
Les Grands Paquebots were:
La Touraine, 1891
France, 1912
Paris, 1921
De Grasse, 1924
Normandie, 1935
Ile De France, 1949
Now immortalized in one very special Classic Collection of placemats and coasters, these images of each of Les Grands Paquebots not only capture the majesty and eloquence of a different era in travel, together as a collection, they also capture the history of shipbuilding as well as sharing a piece in the history of the world.
The French Line deliciously epitomized the 'French Way of Life' luxury, art and voluptuousness. Gastronomy was the order of the day, yet these ships also served an important role in World War II.
Only 2000 coaster sets and fewer than 1300 placemat sets were made for private distribution by the French Line Transit Company as promotional giveaways and Holiday Gifts in 1991. These were never sold at retail, and as such are Highly Collectible, only occasionally turning up at select antique auctions or shops having a previous connection with The French Line.
Just a few sets remain from the original production, and, once again, by special arrangement with the original producers of this collection, Spanek Enterprises, The Art Marketer is able to offer the few remaining sets at a special price to the right party. Once sold, they will not be replaced, making these sets that much more collectible.
The Collection would be most at home in a Maritime Museum, historical society, antique shop, Corporate Maritime Collection, or with a private collector or dealer having a strong interest in Maritime Art and History. But we would be willing to entertain interest and offers from other parties as well.
 | Les Grands Paquebots
Classic Collection of Placemats & Coasters |
For more information, please contact The Art Marketer at 914.907.9842
or email: lisa@theartmarketer.com.
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HARRY FREEDMAN &
THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE VIDEO
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And while we are on the subject of Celebrations,
Holiday Entertaining &
Special Events...
Let me introduce you
to another idea
that is sure to set
your event apart from the rest -
The Ultimate Tribute Video
My brother, Harry Freedman, recently launched a brilliant new Company entitled, The Ultimate Tribute Video
No stranger to the Entertainment Industry, Harry has channeled his research, comedic, MC, roasting, toasting, reporting, film-making, screenwriting and storytelling skills into a business making each of his clients the star of their own show for any special event they may have upcoming.
The idea is especially effective for Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Sweet 16's, weddings, Corporate and/or retirement parties, milestone birthdays, anniversaries; but it could equally be applied to artist events, book signings, new business or product launches, fundraisers, honorary dinners, roasts or any other celebration where a little ingenious comic relief may be incorporated to educate, entertain and enlighten your party with an element of fun and surprise honoring the star of the event.
Harry takes the time to get to know each of his subjects, interviewing their families and colleagues, adding his own humorous take on their stories and finding the appropriate sound effects and music to create a personal, heart-warming and funny video celebrating their life, their loved ones and their special event, thereby preserving the moment in time in a film that your guests will enjoy during the event and for years to come.
My words alone can't describe his talent in creating this.
Take a look at the following clip and judge for yourself:
The Ultimate Tribute Video - Year of Tom
For more information or a consultation for your own event, contact: .
harry@hfreedman.com.
Tell him Lisa sent you!
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Thank-you for Reading!
If you have any questions about any of the information, products or services described here, please don't hesitate to contact us.
If you would like to know what we can do to help you create a marketing strategy that will propel you to getting closer to realizing your own dreams, please call us!
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Wishing you all a glorious and safe Season!
Until next time, I am...
Artfully yours,
Lisa Freedman THE ART MARKETER
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