Giving the perfect gift can be a challenge. The recipient might already seem to have everything, or have a wildly different taste from yours. Even so, the gift of artwork is both classic and unique and can make a lasting impression on your recipient. Below are several tips for gifting artwork.
People choose artwork for all sorts of reasons, and while they may set out to find artwork for one reason, they may end up selecting a piece for an entirely different reason. Artwork plays an essential role in life, surrounding you with the colors, the subjects and the styles that speak to you, making your […]
When decorating a home, one consideration, after the placement of the furniture, will be what to hang on the walls. In addition to the traditional framed prints, it is important to add sculptures to a room as well. Sculptures in a room tend to break up the monotony of only having art on the walls. […]
Artwork brightens up the home and office, but buying an original one-of-a-kind art piece often is out of one’s price range. Centuries of advanced imaging technology have led to the development of numerous collectible printed products. Two of the most common categories are ‘limited edition fine art prints’ and ‘art posters’. While the average consumer […]
Society has always strived toward artisanal workmanship as well as easy mass production. It is a fine line that is difficult to achieve. Works of fine art can take years to produce, and cheap reproductions have little value. One of the quality printing mediums available to fine artists—that accomplishes both fine artistry and swift reproduction—is […]
One of the characteristics of human beings is their love and enjoyment of collecting things. Not everyone does it, but most often, you might observe an accumulation of certain objects in a person’s space. One person might have seashells and rocks, another art prints, and another, seemingly useless knick-knacks. Some make a living out of […]
For collectors dedicated to cultivating a valuable collection of fine art, it can sometimes be challenging to find out what type of art print is worthy of their time and resources. Some types of art prints are more well-known than others, but “popularity” often doesn’t equate to prudent art investments. While giclée prints and lithographs […]
Kinetic art captures a significant time in art and world history. Likely, one has seen this art style in a museum and did not realize it was part of that movement. This style can appear in multiple forms, including print, sculpture, and even buildings. With further understanding, one can see the magic, beauty, and meaning […]
When framing serigraphs or lithographs on paper, you must factor in the type of glass used, the kind of tape, proper matting and backing materials, as well as how and where it’s going to hang.
For lovers of art, it isn’t uncommon to end up with a box or two of beautiful artwork, framed or unframed. You may love every piece, but you have no clue how or where to put it in your house. Thankfully, this skill doesn’t have to be so daunting. Here are some basic tips on […]
