Amos Ferguson

Cindy Ross Art Collector

“I have been a client of Laurie Ahner (Galerie Bonheur) for over 30 years. I have in my collection some incredible art, thanks to her. I am still collecting, and I rely on her for wonderful finds. In addition to being my advisor, she is also my friend.”

Peter Shank Artist / Art Collector

“When going into the Galerie Bonheur, I feel like I am entering an exhibition in a museum: the objects are so perfectly chosen. I have over a dozen figures from the Galerie - mostly wood-carved and painted - from Brazil, Mexico, Guatemala, Columbia, Romania, Indonesia, Colorado, and Alabama. A bust of Martin Luther King and a mask with a long red nose are two pieces that excite me the most.”

Ellie Siegal Art Collector

“I have known and worked with Laurie Ahner for many years. I have been a great fan of her art choices and online gallery. She has an eye for finding unusual and penetrating artists. For instance, I have purchased Mary Whitfield and John Barton pieces from her that have never gone stale or become dated. She is a lovely woman to work with, and I look at her site consistently.”

Maleen H Corrigan Writer / Art Collector

“Thirty years ago, I was introduced to Galerie Bonheur. It was the first gallery of its kind in St. Louis, focusing on art made by untrained artists - folk and primitive are also words that describe this art. The first piece I bought was a Haitian painting, and I have never looked back. Over the course of the years, I learned so much from Laurie Ahner, the gallery owner, about this type of art - the nuances of style and color, and composition - all from artists who work from the heart. But what happened early on was that I grew in appreciation of the simplicity and straightforwardness of this art. I have bought many paintings and sculptures from Gallerie Bonheur, and the reason is: simply that art brings me JOY!”

Steve Wolken Dentist / Art Collector

“Our home has become the perfect venue for this artwork, and discovering the beauty and range of these artistic presentations we became hooked and very passionate. We have purchased all the artwork we could afford over the years. There is a wide variety of artwork available from the Galerie, which is growing still, and it has become one of the finest sources of primitive and folk art in the world. We are extremely grateful and so proud of the art we now own through Galerie Bonheur, which is a perfect example of a wonderfully successful endeavor. - Steven Wolken, DDS” Steve Wolken owns a well-established dental practice in St. Louis. He and his wife, Joan, have a strong connection with Galerie Bonheur. Their home and office are filled with a wide array of vibrant artwork. During the early period of the gallery, Laurie helped the young couple decorate their home and clinic, introducing them to the joy of folk art and the art of collecting. Over time, slowly and passionately, the Wolkens expanded their collection from Haitian art to International folk art as well. As their patients regularly compliment their perfectly curated office walls, their adult children are also now filling their homes with unique art from around the world.

Paul and Joy Murphey Art Collector

We have always enjoyed art but finally decided to begin investing in art. Galerie Bonhuer has been very helpful in guiding us to find art that we both enjoy and will hold value over time. Each experience has been enjoyable, informative, and rewarding.