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Perhaps you’re the kind of art collector whose interests transcend a single artist, movement or idea. You take from modernism and before, collecting abstract, impressionist and figurative art, perhaps with something poppy too. In lieu of a temporal or philosophical preference, you lead with looking. You may have the kind of eye that seeks out a different kind of common thread: colour.

Susan Pickering   'Small Print 2'

Mirka Mora   ‘Bird and Girl’

Among the diverse range of artistic expressions, black and white art has garnered a devoted following. It holds a distinct allure to art collectors and artists alike. The simple tonal palette allows artists to distill their creative expression to its purest form, emphasizing fundamental elements of artistry such as composition, contrast, and emotion. 

Charles Blackman   'Striated lines'

David Frazer    'No Escape'

Nicola Sene   'Untitled (Sailor Ennui)'

For collectors, this distilled simplicity becomes an invitation to engage more deeply. Without the distraction of colour, we can be compelled into searching for hidden layers of meaning and subtlety that might otherwise go unnoticed - fostering a deeper connection with the work of art. Whether it's the haunting sadness of a monochromatic portrait or the dramatic tension in a grayscale landscape, the visceral emotions that emanate from black and white art can enthrall.

Jeffrey Faulkner   'Littoral'

Moreover, the simplicity of black and white art allows for a timeless elegance. The absence of color has a unique ability to transcend the confines of time and fashion, maintaining its allure and sophistication throughout the ages. Its visual resonance is not bound by the whims of a particular era.

David Larwill   'Flying'

Robert Dickerson   'Light And Shadow'

Judy Cassab   'The Musee Picasso'

Focusing on tone is an excellent way to liberate yourself from the parameters that often govern art collections. It can help you make decisions, create a cohesive home and uncover unexpected connections between works because of a palette that will never go out of style. Black and white will forever be compelling. Its potential for artists, collectors and home decorators is uncapped.

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