Tips for Collecting Art for Profit and Pleasure (a six-part series): Part 1: Why Buy Art?

A SIX PART SERIES ON SUCCESSFUL ART COLLECTING

PART 1: WHY BUY ART?

WHY BUY ART? To answer this question, ask yourself what are your reasons for

Thinking of purchasing a work of art. A work of art can cost a considerable sum, but if

meets your needs, worth every penny. Anyone can buy art, and for almost any

reason. Many people buy a work of art simply because they like it, even if the work of art

It may be by an unknown artist. Art, as long as you enjoy it, is never a waste of

money. As John Keats says in Endymion Book 1:

“Something beautiful is a pleasure forever:

His beauty increases

art is to enjoy

Art is meant to be displayed, unlike stocks or bonds. Never feel pressured

buy something you won’t appreciate looking at day after day no matter what else

people can say. Don’t buy something that doesn’t appeal to you just because it’s

fashion, because the artist is famous, or because you have been told that the

works of art will be a good investment. If you don’t like the artwork at all, don’t buy

That! A work of art should touch your soul, stimulate your thoughts and bring a smile to

your lips. She should bring you pleasure, and even joy. There are only 365 days for a

year (366 in leap years). Be selective about how you live those days. Avoid wasting

them into something you don’t like.

Art improves its environment

Have you ever noticed that all beautiful homes have art as an integral part of the

decor? Art gives life and color to walls, corners and

cracks and mantelpieces. A well thought out art collection will help create a

unique atmosphere in your home and make it more attractive. For similar reasons, art

often adorns commercial premises, such as office lobbies and the offices of the best

executives

art makes a statement

The type of art you surround yourself with says a lot about your personality, tastes

and Values ​​Edna Hibel’s art, for example, is associated with strong family values ​​and

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Art is truly a mirror of the soul. It is an expression of who you are. be faithful to

yourself, and choose art that is meaningful to you.

Art can be an investment

Art can pay good returns, but this rarely happens overnight. If you’re

Hoping to make a quick buck, art may not be the right path for you. There is

investors, of course, who like to put their money into art. They do this for two main

reasons: both emotional and economic benefits.

Art is one of those quirky investments that you can really admire and enjoy.

And researching and searching for a desired piece of art can be as much fun as

own it! Many art collectors enjoy combining galleries, websites, auctions, and even

markets in search of his passion. Profiting eventually from the sale of a find

it becomes a bonus. The promise of pleasure and profit from art certainly adds to

The allure of art collecting.

art enriches your life

At a conference on health and aging in Brisbane, Australia, the foundation

Professor of Complementary Medicine at Melbourne’s RMIT University shared his

finds that love, even the love of an activity or an inanimate object, such as a

work of art – contributes to a healthier and longer life. art should enrich

his life. Otherwise, why spend valuable time and resources on it?

art leaves an impression

When you need a gift that makes a lasting impression, a delicious

artwork is hard to beat. Any beneficiary will appreciate receiving such

exclusive gift, and feel honored that you valued her enough to give her something so

unique and precious. Just remember to select something that appeals to your

the recipient’s tastes and stay within a reasonable budget. Good art doesn’t have to cost an arm and

a leg Before you part with your money, there are several golden rules of the art

collect to consider. Watch out for them in Part 2 of this series, titled

“SIX GOLDEN RULES OF ART COLLECTING”.

Happy art collecting!