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ART COLLECTING: A BEGINNER’S GUIDE
A SERIES OF INFORMATIVE ARTICLES FOR THE ARTIST AND THE ART SEEKER Art collecting is a very stimulating and in-
spiring hobby for all. It isn’t just for the
rich and famous, but even regular everyday
people too. There are various forms of art
that you can choose from, especially since
art’s definition can greatly vary from one
person to another. However, it doesn’t re-
ally matter whatever its form is, you’re the
one to make the call on which is attractive
and how much are you willing to spend for
such piece.
TO GO FOR PRINTS OR ORIGINALS?
In the art world, some people may look down on others due to
their different tastes in picking out art. For instance, there are
those people who only buy original works and would never
even consider buying prints. However, you should take note
that if you’re just starting to collect art and is doing this for
enjoyment then originals are not really necessary to buy, espe-
cially if they’re way out of your budget.
There is really nothing wrong with buying prints. In fact, these
are one superb way to have framed art that would look lovely
on your wall, just like how an original would look, but at a way
lower price. Although here, you would not be having the same
texture as to the original work; since originals usually show di-
mension and texture, while prints won’t. However, well printed
artworks are not settling of course.
In fact, a lot of art collectors have art prints by different art-
ists, which were fairly bought inexpensively from the Internet,
galleries and art fairs. Amazingly, such pieces still look taste-
ful and classy, instead of cheap looking like what most people
expect.
ALL FRAMED UP
Once you spot an original or print that you like, you have the
option to frame it by yourself or get somebody else to do it
for you. Generally, you can find frames in a vast price range,
starting from cheaper metal frames to ornate and hand carved
wooden frames costing you a fortune.
With regard to using mats, which is another way of framing
your picture inside its frame by the use of papers or illustration
boards, you should take note that such could detract your print.
If you don’t know how to frame, then you should get your piece
and get it framed first. While doing so, observe how they’d
offer you different mats and frame styles.
You don’t have to hasten up when picking out the mat you want
to use. In fact, you should take your time and deliberate on it
carefully, since the mat and frame color combinations can have
a great effect on how well or bad your artwork would look. You
should also consider how the frame would fit-in in whatever
place you’ll put it, like your home or your office.
If you want a clean and contemporary look, it’s recommended
that you use brushed metal frames, which are not only cheap
but are still elegant looking too. These usually come in differ-
ent colors. Nevertheless, it’s safe to go for black or bronze.
If you’ll be placing them in a gallery, bronze would also do
well, especially since it wouldn’t cost you too much. After all,
most people that buy art from galleries would have the art they
bought re-framed in able for it to match their home decor.
If more of a wood type of person, you can also get wooden
frames that are naturally stained. Cherry and mahogany are the
most preferred styles when it comes to wooden frames, since
their deep and reddish color bring an elegant look to any art-
work.
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