I view collecting (art) as something deeply personal. Sometimes, as with any passion-driven pursuit, it takes a while for an individual to understand her motivations and vision. In my case, I went through different chapters as a collector, and my tastes have evolved significantly. Still, what remains constant is that an artwork must speak to me, move me in some fundamental way—I have to love it. It’s not about what looks good in one’s home. Rather, art’s appeal is in the unique and truthful perspective on reality that it presents you with.

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