Peggy Cooper Cafritz

The August issue of O Magazine has a great (and when I say great I mean GREAT) article on art collector and patron Peggy Cooper Cafritz . Cafritz's dynamic career has included stints as a lawyer, educator and longtime arts advocate.


In addition to the wonderful article on Cafritz, the collector shares advice to those that are interested in beginning or expanding an art collection.

1. "Trust your gut—buy artists who really grab you."
2. Search for affordable pieces at art graduate school and high school exhibitions.
3. Look for great inexpensive photos to purchase from newspaper or magazine archives.
4. Buy an artist early. "It gives you a career to follow." One young artist topping her list is William Villalongo (WilliamVillalongo.com). "So many stories, which include mythical and military images, come out of his work," Cafritz says. Another favorite, Frohawk Two Feathers (TaylorDecordoba.com), creates watercolor and crayon portraits with historical themes. "They both have a tremendously layered aesthetic. They're students of history and archaeology. They're just amazing."

I LOVE the decor of her home. She has created a decorative motif that is vibrant, but far from overbearing. Her art collection includes an assortment of mediums and speaks to her varied interests and eccentric taste.