17 June 2004 16:13
Former Russian Radio Executive is Not Surprised That Political Differences Were Set Aside at Unveiling of Clinton
Presidential Portrait
for Andreeva Portrait Commissions and Gallery, Santa Fe KetnerBarnes Inc., Austin Joe Zeitler, 512-794-8876
joe@ketnerbarnes.com
Tatiana Andreeva, owner of Andreeva Portrait Commissions and Gallery in Santa Fe, N.M., was not surprised by the
unusual congeniality and mutual admiration that abounded when President George W. Bush unveiled the official
presidential portrait of former President Bill Clinton and his wife, Senator Hillary Rodham, at a ceremony this week at
the White House.
According to Andreeva, "A portrait is not about today -- it is a work of art that transcends time. Unlike
photographs, painted portraits are a unique, timeless art form that captures the very best qualities in people. Portrait
artists have unique talents that enable them to capture human feelings that only their `mind's eye' can see,
then transfer these human sensitivities onto canvas for viewing across generations."
"Political differences have little meaning in this environment," Andreeva said. President and Mrs.
Clinton's portraits will hang in the White House along with those of other former presidents and first ladies
dating to George and Martha Washington. "In this atmosphere, political differences are just one facet of the whole
person, and history will be the final judge," she concluded.
Andreeva's gallery, the first art gallery in Santa Fe to be owned by a Russian woman, is as unique as her
background. At age 37, Andreeva was the youngest and first female chief of a public radio station at the third-largest
media company in Russia.
She was instrumental in establishing St. Petersburg's first commercial radio station following the fall of the
former Soviet Union and kept the station in operation even under harrowing circumstances. In one case, she had to flee
the building through a back entrance to escape disgruntled fascists who wanted airtime on the radio. On another
occasion, Andreeva remained on the air all night to broadcast news of an attempted coup in Moscow, ignoring the
possibility of threats to her own radio stations.
Eventually, Andreeva moved to London, where she earned a master's degree in art business from Sotheby's
Institute, with a thesis on portraiture. She moved to the United States with a bold plan, to start her own art business
devoted to the timeless and highly personal art of portraiture. Andreeva located her business in Santa Fe, N.M., because
of the city's vibrant art scene and cosmopolitan character.
About Andreeva Portrait Commissions and Gallery
Andreeva Portrait Commission and Gallery brings a unique touch of elegance to Santa Fe by featuring internationally
recognized artists. Andreeva's artists have painted presidents, royalty and other notables, and their work is
featured in National Portrait Galleries. Andreeva works with clients at every step of the commissioning process,
connecting clients from around the world with the artist who fit their personal taste and budget. Andreeva Portrait
Commissions and Gallery is located next to the Lensic Performing Arts Center at 217 West San Francisco Street, Santa Fe,
New Mexico 87501, phone 505-982-7272. Gallery hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday. For
more information visit the Web site at www.luxuryportraits.com.
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