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Back story (part 1) ... I come from a long line of art collectors, art dealers, and creative people. Starting with my great grandparents who were Asian art collectors and dealers beginning in the late 1800's, the Bentz family. The four brothers, Nathan, Oscar, Phillip, and my maternal Great Grandfather, John Bentz were specialized in both Japanese and Chinese art. They traveled extensively in both Japan and China seeking artifacts for their many collectors such as Avery Brund

A native Californian, I have always been a free spirit, a lover of nature and adventure. Having grown up in the San Francisco Bay Area, with an artist mother and scholar father, I was surrounded with all forms of art, music, and literature while growing up. While my 1st passion was always dance, ballet in particular, I also spent a lot of time reading, or drawing as a younger person. However, it was when I started traveling and journaling that I began doing watercolors in my

My mother, Sandra Della Valle was born in Sweden and immigrated to the USA when she was only 4 years old. When I was growing up, we used to sit at the kitchen table and draw, paint, or sculpt. She is a very accomplished artist, and I would always follow along, loving every minute of our time creating together. She was lucky to study with renowned artist, Arthur Okamura; and it was during her studies with him that she created her series of pastel artworks. Strong and defiant t

I have spent years traveling and living in different places on our amazing planet. Mexico has always been a favorite of mine. Beautiful beaches, warm waves, palm trees, tropical weather, incredible culture and archeological ruins. My first trip was spent on the west coast of Nayarit and Jalisco states; my friend used to swim out to the local shrimp boats with a plastic bag and some pesos and swim back with a kilo of fresh shrimp. We would eat them raw with fresh lemon right o

Fine Art Cards with framed originals in studio In a world where digital communication often overshadows the personal touch, fine art cards from Della Valle Design stand out as a beautiful way to express sentiments and celebrate special moments. These cards are not just pieces of paper; they are crafted works of art that convey emotions, tell stories, and create lasting memories. Whether you’re looking to send a heartfelt message, commemorate a special occasion, or simply brig