Editors' note: this is a portion of dealer HKFA's weekly email. To see in full, visit HERE! A lot of what I do requires taking a chance, going out on a limb as it were. The safe place would be to stay firmly on the ground, protected and sure of each next step. But the view from there offers little in the way of inspiration. And so I climb, far from any comfort zone, and head … [Read more...] about This is Bananas – HKFA
Relax & Win: Heather Karlie
There's a fine line between panic and calm. Almost like being in the eye of the storm. Things may be chaotic and swirling all around you, but it's okay. Because it is, what it is. Now, don't read this as a defeatist sentiment because it isn't. It's actually coming from a position of power. "Do not be tense, just be ready, not thinking but not dreaming, not being set but being … [Read more...] about Relax & Win: Heather Karlie
It’s a ZOO in here – sort of
As summer weather transitions to fall (then winter), lovely days for trips to Zoo Atlanta will become fewer. What if you wanted to see some evidence of "wildlife" though, when Mother Nature chases you indoors? No safari hats or bug spray needed - just come by Antiques & Beyond and take in an ever-changing array of animal activity in our store. Even better - bring some … [Read more...] about It’s a ZOO in here – sort of
Our summer vintage “dog-day”
Being Atlanta's premiere antique store means we're REALLY into "vintage," but when it comes to pet adoptions, "vintage" isn't always as 'sought after" as "new," as in puppies and kittens. So we wanted to show off our outdoor patio and all its finds, but also to give some four-legged friends looking for new homes (just as our merchandise is). So we threw our first-ever "Vintage … [Read more...] about Our summer vintage “dog-day”
A tale of two shows
I've been warned, chastised and outright told under no uncertain circumstances that I should not do what I am about to do. Advice given to me well over twenty years ago upon my arrival in New York City was to 'fake it till you make it'. These superficially sagacious words were offered to me by a very successful antique dealer. Words that resonated and stuck with me. For a New … [Read more...] about A tale of two shows