Artist Snapshot • Martin Sumers (1922-2012)

We are thrilled to welcome a collection of water colors by noted artist Martin Sumers. This series of vibrant portraits display the intriguing abstract expressionist style that garnered acclaim for the late Sumers.

Martin Sumers was born in New York City in 1922 and was trained at the University of Pennsylvania. His work gained a following across New York and New Jersey during the late 1960s, shown most notably in the Hudson River Museum, the Montclair Art Museum, and The Pratt Institute Print Collection.

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Sumers passed away in 2012, and the striking body of work that filled his estate are just recently hitting the secondary market. Weisshouse is fortunate to offer a series of 6 framed nudes that are certain to become a valuable collector's item as Sumers reputation continues to grow.

Thommy Conroy: Fabled & Hanging Art In Your Home

Some topics come up time and time again. The topic of selecting and once selected, how to hang or display art is often discussed among designers and art lovers and collectors. I thought it would be great to revisit this topic and also discuss a local artist who just had an opening, Thommy Conroy of Lawrenceville. According to his website, "Thommy Conroy lives and works in Lawrenceville. He helps people plan their parties and affairs, decorate homes and stores, and enjoy art and gardens. When he isn’t working with flowers, dressing windows, or planning galas, he makes paintings, silk screens, and practices calligraphy." In my opinion, Thommy's show last Friday at Mendelson Gallery(http://www.mendelsongallery.net/Site/Welcome.html) on Ellsworth Avenue in Shadyside was well worth a visit. The small gilded gnome sculptures were oddly welcoming and the vibrant paintings evoked a feeling of the past. I found myself getting lost in the dream-like gazes of the subjects. Any one of Thommy's paintings would be a welcome and conversation provoking piece in your home. For more on Thommy and his art, visit: http://thommyconroy.com/aboutthommyconroy.

Photos, interesting frames and works of art shouldn't be scattered throughout your home without any sense of ryme or reason. Creating a small "gallery" wall in your home is the most interesting way to hang random pieces. Break up large scale paintings or photos with smaller to medium scale items. It's also appealing when you hang various types of frames together. For instance, metal and wooden frames of any finish look interesting and create a more unique look when grouped together. For more advice on hanging Thommy's or any art and to read the blog in it's entirety, click on the following link: http://weisshouse1943.blogspot.com/2011/01/advice-for-hanging-art-and-photos-in.html. Visit our website http://www.weisshouse.com/products?cat=4 to view our collection of art (new & vintage).

Check out the photos below to view some of Thommy Conroy's work from his show at Mendelson Gallery: Fabled