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When landscaping your garden don't think that you are restricted to using plants and flowers to create a stunning effect. Instead, consider how sculpture could be incorporated to enhance a theme or create a focal point of interest. There are many garden centres and even specialized sculpture parks with sculptures for sale so it might not be as difficult to find what you're looking for as you might at first think.
Theme or subject?
One of the first things you need to think about is the subject matter. What kind of theme are you hoping to have in your garden? You may want to create a tranquil garden where a traditional Buddha type sculpture would be a perfect addition, or perhaps hint at a bygone age with Greek classical statues placed strategically around formal planted areas. You could buy sculptures that are "perfect", or alternatively create a more aged garden by buying sculptures that are either older, or have been created with a distressed or damaged look so that they appear to have been in your garden a long time!
Abstract sculpture for sale can also be a good choice for your garden, especially if you are someone who frequently entertains outdoors. Not for everyone, abstract art whether in the form of a painting or a sculpture is almost certain to become a talking point at any social gathering. This means that not only will you have a work of art to enjoy in your garden, but also something of interest that your guests will also enjoy.
Indoor or outdoor?
Not all sculptures for sale are suitable for outdoor use however. Before making a purchase make sure that the sculpture that you're interested in will weather the natural elements without becoming damaged. While some aging may be expected and even welcomed in order to give your garden a more "lived in" feel, there are some sculpture materials which could incur so much damage that they will have a negative "uncared for" effect on the overall look of the garden. One popular sculpture material that will change dramatically if placed outside is copper. Although this will completely change colour, the new appearance can enhance the look of your garden rather than destroy it. If you aren't sure about which material the sculpture for sale that you're interested in buying is going to stand up to a lifetime outdoors, you should check with the seller before committing to purchase it. That way you should know what to expect over the years and can make an informed decision as to whether it will work in your situation.
The next time you are in the process of landscaping your garden and deciding on a new design or theme, consider whether sculptures will add to the overall effect, and then take a look at what's available. You might be surprised how much of a wow factor they can create!
