Purchase Original Art

You can purchase original art for less than prints or reproductions.You can’t beat an original. Prints and canvas reproductions of masterpieces are wonderful additions to any home, but they fail to deliver the depth and texture that connect us emotionally to the artist.I am very fond of partial abstract canvas art.

This is one of my favorites.I call it the "poolhall".I am also more partial to comtemporary oil paintings.Original canvas art offers a view of texture depth, brush strokes, and tiny subtleties, all of which are deliberate elements of composition that cannot be shared through print reproduction.

The most important difference between buying a print and an original piece of art is the value.Art from artists that can earn a living doing art are more likely to increase in value over time.Real estate is in the tank and stocks are lower than they were in 2000, but oil—as in oil paintings—has remained a roaring bull market. Watercolors, too.The price of a piece of original art has a lot to do with the artist, subject, history, and edition. But, the medium used also contributes to its value. From lowest to highest, it goes something like this: prints, drawings, watercolors, mixed medias, pastels, acrylics, and oils. Obviously, sculptures and more nontraditional artwork are on a different scale.

The print only has decorative value which you will lose the minute you pay for it and leave the store.An original piece of art in most cases will retain their value or go up depending on the artist. Retaining the value in your art investment is something everyone can relate to.You should also make sure you are a fan of that particular piece of art.

By settling for prints, you are cheating yourself of the true art experience.In fact, the cost of original artwork is often significantly lower than that of prints and their required accessories. Additional expenses associated with purchasing prints include the substantial cost of matting and framing. If you are purchasing canvas prints you should anticipate hiring a professional to have the canvas mounted on stretcher bars. If the reproduction you purchase is an odd or unique size or shape, the cost of matting and framing or mounting will be inflated..
Original artwork, by contrast, can easily be purchased ready-to-hang.

With new accessibility to art markets, novice collectors can find exactly what they want, no matter how unique, without the worry of unseen expense.Online auctions and artists groups has allowed for artists to display and sell their own works without the approval and substantial costs of paintings gallery representation.

I do a lot of second hand shopping...consignment shops,yard sales In fact, buying original art is often less expensive and offers you greater variety. This is a great time to beautify your home and invest in an art collection.Buy student art .You will find the prices very reasonable.I have several pieces I fell in love with that came from student artists..I usually avoid established names and looks for fresh talent. Search the internet for lesser-known art buying websites......Best of all, these are struggling artists trying  to grow in the shadow of larger art websites finding your treasure at a price you can afford is even more likely..