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How to Buy Art and Paintings

How do I buy art? Well, that's the million dollar question! Well, I'll try and decipher this age old mystery through a bit of research and from experience dealing with art buyers. I'll tell it you upfront - You don't have to finish reading this article to know how to buy art because its really simple. Here's the golden rule: Buy only what you love. Speculation shouldn't be the essence of buying art. We've heard it a thousand times. I'm a firm believer of this and recommend against buying art on impulse. It's romantic to believe in love at first sight but we prefer cultivating love over time. S >> Continue Reading. Click HERE .......

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Art That Suits Me – What’s My “Art Type”?

Ever thought what kind of art suits you? There are many reasons why people buy art. Know thyself, and make a wise choice in your next art purchase!

From experience dealing with buyers around the world, I've broadly categorised art buyers into these groups.

The Furnishers

Art is another furniture piece decorating the empty walls. You will only buy art that blends well with the surroundings. Most serious artists create works of expressions which are conceptual, not decorations. » Continue reading "Art That Suits Me – What’s My “Art Type”?"

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