Like any big project, getting started and buying your first piece of art is the hardest part. Here are some quick tips for the beginner collector:
Research and develop your taste. Discover your art preference by visiting lots of different types of art spaces – from museums to artist-run spaces and galleries.
Buy what you like, not what someone tells you you should buy – you’re the one that has to live with it!
Limited-edition prints, lithographs, silkscreens, photography, vintage posters and sculptures are usually more affordable to buy.
As with all VIP purchases, remember to keep your records – it’s important to know the What, Where and From Whom you bought a piece of art. This information adds provenance to your piece and could improve its value.
When it comes to seeking out the next big thing, look for galleries that have both emerging and local artists together with the established and international.
When you are buying art or other big ticket decorative items for your home you can often take them on “appro” – which basically means you can borrow them to see if they work in your home.
Remember, an art auction is at its most intimidating the first time – then it’s beyond fun. It’s very grown-up.
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