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Baryn Futa didn’t always have such a deep appreciation for the arts. In fact, no one was more surprised than he when he discovered his deep attraction to the art world. That art appreciation started rather late; whenBaryn retired and began working with the Denver Art Museum, he began to appreciate the importance of the arts. Baryn Futa used his time at the DAM to cultivate his love of the arts and art history by attending art fairs and museum exhibitions and anything else he could find. He now holds memberships in a large number of prominent art museums with impressive collections of their own, including The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Guggenheim, and The Jewish Museum.

As often as possible, Baryn loans pieces from his own collection to museums because he wants more people to appreciate the arts the way he does. While most would agree that nearly everyone appreciates the arts on some level, not everyone is in a position to support the arts to the extent that is needed, so it may seem like Baryn Futa is trying to make up for those who can’t afford an art investment. That is because he sees art as a lot more than a great investment with a great return.

What drives Baryn Futa‘s work in support of the fine arts as both a benefactor and as a collector of fine art. He is distressed that many brilliant artists are not appreciated enough to thrive and he spends a lot of time doing as much as possible to rectify that situation. Baryn Futa sees art as a noble cause that benefits all of society, not just those lucky enough to be art collectors.

In his art career, Baryn Futa wants people to feel differently about the importance of art in life. He is intent on cultivating greater awareness and support of the fine arts, as well as give greatest support to the finest artists. He wants to be known as both someone who appreciates the finer things in life, as well as someone who is a primary benefactor for the arts in the U.S. and around the world. While it is true that most people have a positive feeling about art, not quite as many understand that art is a key element of every human culture and society’s identity. It is that disconnect that drives Baryn Futa’s art patronage.

Because art is one generation’s way of communicating to future generations, we owe it to our posterity to preserve as much art as we can for the future. As is the case in many societies, in the United States, fine art is too often taken for granted and not appreciated as sufficiently as it should be. Mr. Futa believes that art should be more than an afterthought; it should be considered a societal priority. Unfortunately, fine art has grown into something that is little more than a frivolous pursuit only for the rich.

The high arts are not for everybody. Even art supporter Baryn Futa knows this. However, a world without arts becomes devoid of a beauty and magic like no other. Imagine a society without the pristine paintings of Monet and Degas or harmonic symphonies of centuries past. A cultural world without museums or dance companies. Not simply classrooms that no longer teach finger painting and yarn art, but the classics stripped from our society — from fashion to art. History would change, not simply modern life. Baryn Futa recognizes this and supports arts and museums through community changes and fiscal support, encouraging the same from others. It’s change that is necessary from the community’s underbelly rather than government alone, and he knows and leads the charge that can keep arts alive.

What is the value of humanity? Can humanity’s value be calculated? Often times, we can see this value dictated by the representation of humanity seen in high art. This kind of art is designed to reflect humanity at its best and most poetic. It is often created by artists that have been funded in order to remove any obstacles that might arise from needing financial assistance in order to complete their visions. Without the impediment of living expenses an artist can feel free to work diligently to bring their ideas and dreams to fruition. Thus, with financial support, an artist can truly create high art.

Baryn Futa is a lover of art, especially high art. He looks for ways to both receive as well as support high art whenever he can. He also strives to always share the works that he has found as they have brought him great feelings and he hopes that others may find their own experiences through art as well. When traveling Baryn Futa often will work to find examples of high art that represents the humanity of that particular area and then shares that with those back home. True artistic genius is rare, but the ability to capture humanity at its core does not always take genius, it often simply takes courage and dedication to take a project from vision to completion.