Artist Arlene Shechet is showcasing her sculpture 'Midnight' at Art Basel and actively collects artworks from other artists. She emphasizes the importance of buying works to support less-known artists and shares her process of deciding what art to purchase, stating her instincts are key but financial limitations can delay decisions. She reflects on her early art purchases and regrets missing opportunities, specifically a Louise Bourgeois drawing, highlighting her deep connection to art and the artists behind them.
When I make some sales, I will typically try to take a portion of that and buy a work from another artist.
I couldn't make art if I didn't trust my eyes and instincts, so my bank account is the only thing that slows me down.
A Louise Bourgeois drawing for $5,000 that I didn't have at the time.
An illustrated Medieval Book of Hours (French preferred) from the Morgan Library or the Met.
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