But no matter what gallery you visit, if a piece or

artist is of interest the gallery should be able to further

educate you on the work or creator behind it. By yourself

how would you know this is one of the top sculptors or

painters in Canada? Do you know what this artist has done

in the past? Why was this particular work done? Why did

the gallery owner choose to put it on the wall? Is it

the style, is it the look of the artwork or is it simply because

the artist is someone renowned?  This gives you the

opportunity to start comparing your own feelings about the

artwork.

If you find yourself dealing with the gallery owner you

may notice he or she takes a unique pride in each piece they

present. Each painting or sculpture described with more

love and brilliance than the one before, almost as if they

were the painters and sculptors. This is not a false pride. In

a very real way, this is the gallery owner's collection, and

each piece strikes a chord in their soul. The chosen displays

are a reflection of what he or she feels is important.

Therefore, they're going to stand with quite a bit of buzzing

energy behind each work. Always keep in mind they are

there to sell you artwork but if they're an honest art

dealer and the artwork is not right for you, they will not

try to force you into buying it.

On the other hand, if you do like the artwork, an

experienced gallery owner will spot it. And will give you the

feeling of walking into the art through the story they share

with you. You feel as if you know the artist without having

met them, almost as if you were standing watching as the

piece was created.  Through the benefit of this gallery

owner's knowledge you will gain an experience beyond

words and you will have a story to tell about your trip and

the art, which so impactfully captivated you.