subject: The Way To Begin Building A Collection Of Art [print this page] Do you desire to be a collector of fine art that has a home filled with beautiful sculptures and paintings? If you have thought about this, it is likely that you are already well aware of your tastes. However, many people are not as involved in the process but still are interested in improving their homes by purchasing and showing off tasteful and fascinating artistic pieces at home that display their creativity and style. Not to mention that it's a thrilling hobby! So, what goes into deciding on the pieces you'd want to purchase? When you find a piece that you love, how much should you pay? Even an experienced art collector wrestles with these very same questions.
Coming to know your own personal tastes, understanding what your true interest is much like embarking on a new adventure into your own personal universe. Picking out a sculpture or a painting will serve as a personal form of expression. But perhaps the biggest challenge is letting go of what you expect to like (or the expectations of others), and trusting your own judgment. Buying art that feels socially safe is far from a satisfying personal experience. You'll feel the most appreciation and satisfaction with your purchase when it's something that you truly love and respond to, rather than a reflection of what your friends own.
Though a large part of starting an art collection is deciding on a budget. Next you need to decide what sort of collector you want to be; do you want to purchase art as decoration and display it around your home or do you want to purchase art because it moves you. If there's a bare spot on your wall where you're certain you need a landscape and know exactly the width and height you need you're pretty much all set to go right now.
Should you discover an artist that speaks to you, you next need to determine if they've produced a piece which can fit into the area you've set aside. If you have a limited budget, but still want to make your living spaces more interesting, think about selecting a print or a poster of artwork that you appreciate. These can be framed in order to look even more elegant. But, if you are willing to really spend on it you will have some incredible choices. When purchasing originals you have a choice between mediums such as oil paintings and acrylics, as well as styles such as abstract art or representational art. You can choose from any of these styles and they all have nearly boundless choices.
When you are considering purchasing a very expensive piece, you may want to do some comparison shopping to ensure that you are okay with the purchase you are about to make. There is a lot of competition in the field, but it is unlikely that you will successfully bargain away most of the price of artwork. You can of course always attempt to offer less than the listed asking price, but you should not head in with expectations of succeeding.
One other thing to be aware of is that artwork shopping can sometimes be an intimidating experience, if it's not something you're personally familiar with. So long as you cater to your own preferences, and not those of others you will be happy with your choice. When visiting regional art shows, be sure to speak with the artists whose pieces inspire you; ask questions such as the process involved in creating the piece, when it was created, etc. Artists thrive on feedback from patrons who truly appreciate their skills and creativity, and will be happy to talk with you and answer your questions about their work.
Another thing that is important when purchasing art is to make sure that it is a piece that can also appeal to your spouse or partner. Sometimes, compromise will not be the best solution. Picking out two pieces can be a better solution instead. If this proves to be impossible, you're better off just buying a couch and a mirror. After all, not too long ago the norm in the US would decorate their walls with only mirrors and maybe some family portraits. Currently, most households would prefer to express themselves a little bit more, and choose to hang a selection of visual works to amuse their guests and themselves alike. When you collect art, you embrace an excellent hobby, and invite conversation and joy into your house.
