I am constantly asked by magazine reporters how I define “art.” These writers, arbiters of taste in our society, are grappling with the issue of whether a beautiful piece of handmade furniture, or a brilliant glass vessel, can be considered art. My response is always the same. Here at The Guild, we consider work produced by a talented and skilled artist to be a piece of art.

The art world attempts to categorize and define. And artists continuously refuse to be categorized and defined.

There is no right or wrong way to look at art. The goal is to follow your own instincts, make your own choices, and learn how to live with the art that you love. And, although many factors influence price and value, our most important goal should be to develop an individual approach to enjoying the art we acquire and display in our home. From there, all other considerations, including definitions, fall by the wayside.