Insights & Musings: Giving The Gift Of Art

2. Set a Budget - While we’d all love to purchase a Lichtenstein or Banksy that’s usually out of reach for most of us. Fine Art photography provides so many options to the collector. There are limited edition and open edition prints, different mounting methods from framed prints to acrylic prints and depending on what you chose this is an affordable option. Check out my article on Collecting Fine Art Photography here.

3. Where will the Artwork Go - Yes a 40 x 60 piece will make a statement but if the person you’re giving the gift too lives in a small apartment it might be challenging to hang. While size is important, even a smaller piece can make a big impact in the right space. Think beyond the home, maybe your special someone needs a piece of art for their office.

4. Consider Groupings - a group of smaller images of a similar theme can make a big impact. Groupings of 3 or 4 images can be similar in theme, framed the same way, all Black & White images, pick what you think will work best for the space and the person.

5. Personalize it! - you’ve given a lot of thought to this gift so make sure you let the recipient know what makes it special. Write a note and give a bit of background on the artist / photographer, why you chose the piece and why it made you think of the them.

I work closely with all my collectors to guide them through the process of purchasing art. If you want to discuss what size or finish will work in your space or get more information about a particular piece then contact me here.