A Collector's Eye: Discovering Picasso, Klee, and Matisse at MFAH Through the Lens of Heinz Berggruen

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A Collector's Eye: Discovering Picasso, Klee, and Matisse at MFAH Through the Lens of Heinz Berggruen

I've often wondered what makes an art collector choose one piece over another. How do they recognize emerging talent? What qualities transform someone into a respected expert? After years of attending exhibitions, gallery openings, and conversations with curators, collectors, and art enthusiasts, I came to realize that the answer lies somewhere between knowledge and instinct. Cultural understanding, years of study, familiarity with artistic movements, and historical context all play a role. Yet, in the end, the art experts I admire the most often speak about something far less tangible: emotion.

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Don’t risk your life, or the lives of others, this Memorial Day

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Don’t risk your life, or the lives of others, this Memorial Day

This Memorial Day isn’t just about resting, having a barbecue, or enjoying time with friends. It’s also about making responsible decisions that can change or save lives. Today, I want to share with you three real stories that deeply impacted me. Stories that show the consequences of a bad decision… and the power to prevent a tragedy with something as simple as using a RideShare.

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Making the Invisible Visible through the Art of Ana María Hernando

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Making the Invisible Visible through the Art of Ana María Hernando

The history behind textiles is fascinating as they have accompanied the chronicle of humanity for centuries as an everyday element of our lives. However, for Ana María Hernando, textiles are much more than that. For this versatile artist, textiles have been part of her life since she was a child in her beloved Argentina and today, they become the vehicle to express her emotions and turn up the volume of the sometimes-silent woman’s voice.

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The Magic of Art and Color arrives at the University of Houston

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The Magic of Art and Color arrives at the University of Houston

Art is all around us. Colors, textures, and lines, among other elements that constitute a piece of art, inevitably generate an emotion inside of us that can magically change any space's atmosphere. Even if we are not fully aware of it, we have all experienced a spark of sentiment incited by art in a unique way. That’s why I think Public Art is essential to any community. To be exposed to magnificent installations or sculptures as part of our everyday commute can transform our lives into a cultural journey without even realizing it. This has been Public Art of the University of Houston System’s mission for many years and I’m excited to share with you today their new and exciting projects.

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Thanksgiving ready with ALDI

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Thanksgiving ready with ALDI

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite American traditions. Ever since we came to the U.S. many years ago, we quickly adopted this tradition as our own because of how beautiful and meaningful it is to simply give thanks and count our blessings. And most importantly, teach our kids to do the same.

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