COLLECTOR PROFILE
Meet
anessa Bruer
I am originally from Kirkwood, Missouri, and I had a fairly typical American upbringing. Like any other kid in the Midwest, I participated in dance and theater and all the other things kids and young adults typically get themselves into. Being from the Midwest, I was never really exposed to cultural experiences involving art. I moved to Las Vegas as a young adult about 13 years ago and my world began to change as I became more accustomed to some of the finer things in life — fine wine and dining among them.
In 2005 I married the love of my life. He was the owner of a
prestigious five-star/five-diamond restaurant and his knowledge of and passion for the culinary arts was inspiring. We often found ourselves in the company of great chefs and winemakers in beautifully appointed settings. We took picturesque trips to Napa Valley and many times got to experience a behind-the-scenes look into the craft of winemaking. Life was beautiful and then tragically, last spring, my husband of 8 years unexpectedly and suddenly passed.
For several months I dealt with uncontrollable grief. No matter what I tried, nothing seemed to bring relief from losing my best friend and partner. No amount of counseling, going out with friends, or good wine could take away the pain...until one day, the day I walked into Exclusive Collections. I remember looking around and I was immediately drawn in by the subject matter of Christopher M., specifically The Perfect Pairing. In an instant, something shifted. As I stared at the work, it reminded me of my husband and this overwhelming sense of peace and understanding came over me. Needless to say, I bought it, and there has not been a day since that I have not taken a few minutes to admire and reflect on what it means for me.
22 OFF THE EASEL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2014
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