Benny Shaboy

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Thank you, Benny, for your advice. I am so grateful that I have worked with you and call on you to ask your expert opinion
By the way, I was recently included in New American Paintings.

I'm an oil painter living in Florence.  I'd be delighted to share some feedback on Benny Shaboy.

Benny has been my art career advisor since I met him three years ago and tried out his consulting service. I found every meeting worth every penny.  I've worn other business hats (software, architecture) before I committed full-time to fine art, so I appreciate Benny's clear and business-like approach and input. I've found his view of the art scene, from schooling environments to professional gallery representation, to be dead-on accurate. He's plugged into the marketing of art in a way that few can boast -- publishing studionotes and the art opportunities book. Both are excellent.

As a drawing instructor at The Florence Academy of Art (here in Florence) these days, Benny's the one professional I'd first refer graduating students if they are West Coast bound.

I can only say that among the many people offering consulting services out there, from software programming to financial advice-  Benny is a real professional.  He talks the talk and walks the walk.

Any other questions?

--John R Peck

John Robert Peck, Florence
www.johnpeck.com

 
I really liked your suggestions and I think their implementation will help me immensely.

[one year later:]
I'm glad that I met with you last year and very early in my art career .

[two years later:]
Hi Benny,
I would be happy to give you a reference.  It would be easy to describe the linkage between your advice and my success.

--Ken Berman
www.bermansworld.net
Sebastapol, CA
Thank you for your insight into the business side of art. You have provided valuable information to help me move forward toward my goal.

-- T. D. , artist,
Columbia, MO
My fortunes have changed since we spoke and I find myself "booked" for  the coming year with 4 respectable public art commissions.  Thanks foryour help then and now...   C. L., sculptor, CA
I am very happy that we are working together. . . . Thank you again so much for all your advice. . . . Thank you so much for all your support. It has been invaluable to me.

--R. S. painter, NY
Benny,
It was great to meet you and talk about art issues at hand on Saturday. I appreciate your feedback and insightful advice to follow.

I felt a sense of perspective and direction after our meeting.  Thank you.

--AS, painter
Oakland, CA
Benny,
Thank you is hardly big enough, but, THANKS!

--SBS, painter sculptor, instrument maker, musician
Los Angeles
Dear Benny,
I enjoyed our time together Friday. It was great fun as well as informative. I especially appreciated your drawing for me a picture of the gallery owner's world, her/his perspective and needs. I now feel confident that I  have what I need to move ahead, to take greater risks. Many thanks and a cartload of good wishes. 
With warm regards,

--BJ, painter
Livermore, CA


Our  meeting yesterday was extremely helpful to me. I feel much more peaceful and focused about everything.

--ER, photographer, San Francisco


Thanks, Benny. Lucy and I enjoyed meeting you and are grateful for your
advice -- putting it to work now. We will appreciate any ideas you may wish to
send our way. Cheers,

--JL, sculptor, Bolinas, CA

Hi Benny,
 
Thanks again for spending the afternoon with me last Friday.  It was very inspirational.

--DL, painter, Los Altos, CA
The meeting is exactly what I need right now. Thank you for your calm, positive feedback.  Many things I have been thinking for a while were confirmed and several new ideasfor my plan of attack were added.

--JL, painter, architect, Berkeley, CA
We have received glowing reports from your suggested references. We would like to proceed with our consultation with you and would like to meet with you soon in person.

--SB, sculptor, public art, North San Juan, CA
When I have art problems, I go to Benny Shaboy.

--Beth Yarnelle Edwards, photographer with work in more than 14 museums in US and Europe
www.BethYarnelleEdwards.com

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