William Vareika Fine Arts — Attraction in Newport

I can’t claim to be a connoisseur of fine art but I do enjoy wandering around a gallery and trying to learn something when the opportunity presents itself. William Vareika Fine Arts was the perfect place to do just that on a hot summer’s day. The collection encompasses a range of different artists spanning a diverse array of periods and styles and the staff are happy to answer questions (even uninformed ones, as I can certainly attest!). The array of American art represented here is fascinating; this place truly is a gem and well...

I was not prepared to see so many well known American artists represented in this lovely gallery. Never have I seen so many paintings by William Trost Richards in one location, but I had forgotten that he worked in the Newport area. To see works by John Singer Sargent, Marsden Hartley, George Inness, and many by John Kensett; was a feast for the eyes. I do recommend any American Art lover should stop...

Of the many profound art moments of my life, one that stand out is standing in transfixed wonder at George Loring Brown's large-scale "View of the Ruins on the Sea Shore" while the gallery played Thomas Tallis' Fantasia on a Theme. A truly great and moving moment for me. And the owner Bill was a...