In each episode of The Artful Painter, the tagline (or show description) is: “Art lessons for artists, collectors, and people who love art.” However, most of the episodes published so far have focused on artists and their stories. It’s time to switch that up a bit and focus on collectors. In this episode I converse with two wonderful people I met a few years ago at a workshop hosted by the Booth Western Art Museum in Cartersville, Georgia. They are: Doug and Susie Haugen, art lovers who have a passion for art, art collecting, and forging friendships with living artists whose works adorn their walls in their Ackworth, Georgia, home.

Whether you are a collector or artist, you will be inspired by the Haugen’s enthusiasm for supporting today’s living artists. To me, one of the primary take-aways from this conversation is the importance of cultivating connections and friendships with artists and others who love art. Visiting artists in their homes, visiting galleries, and going to art shows are all a part of their joy of collecting. The bonds of friendship with living artists become an important part of the story behind each painting they display in their home.

In this episode of The Artful Painter, I have the privilege of engaging in a heartfelt conversation with Doug and Susie Haugen about their journey becoming avid art collectors. They discuss the growth of their collection, the significance of Western art (both traditional and contemporary), and the personal connections and friendships they've formed with artists. The Haugens share stories of their favorite pieces, the artists they've met, and the meaningful experiences that have shaped their collection.

Cozy up with your earbuds and a cup of coffee and listen to Doug and Susie’s inspiring story. This one will make you smile.

Links

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaugen56/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susie.haugen

Booth Western Art Museum: https://boothmuseum.org/