♥ “An artist doesn’t become an artist in a day, so a collector shouldn’t become a collector in a day. It’s a lifetime process.”
♥ When Mera, speaking of herself and her family states, “we read, we look, we hear, we travel, we commit, we talk, we sleep art”, I find it very admirable to here of people who enjoy art with no other motive than that they are drawn to it, not just as something to show off. They don’t purchase art solely as a social activity, but rather immerse themselves in the world of art and are highly engaged with and informed about things related to the art world. This is a nice diversion from the extremely wealthy individuals referred to in the reading that simply collect as a hobby or way to elevate themselves socially. Their passion and love of the aesthetic really comes through when Mera says “But it’s not a sacrifice, it’s a real privilege.”
♥ I think it’s particularly special that the Rubells are not only interested in a specific work that they are purchasing, but also in the artist as well. That’s not often seen. I think it’s very empathic of them to take an interest in what they refer to as the “confidence-building” of the artist. “It’s not just about buying a piece. It’s about buying into someone’s life and where they are going with it.”
♥ I also find Mera’s reaction to being asked if she minds being followed around the fair to be note worthy. She compares it to something as intimate as being in her bedroom, and it didn’t seem that serious to me; after all you’re viewing works that are already open to the public anyway. Then again I guess one does have a very intimate relationship with certain pieces of art. There is a lot of scrutiny and analysis that occurs when you view art, so to have someone observing you while you are in the process of examining something else can be really nerve-racking because you are aware of being surveyed.
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