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I'm an oil painter living
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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 |
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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 |
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Benny, Thank you is hardly big enough, but, THANKS! --SBS, painter sculptor, instrument maker, musician Los Angeles |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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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