Buying art can be pretty daunting for the inexperienced. It may conjure up visions of snooty galleries and out-of-your-price-range paintings. But there really is so much joy to be had from buying a piece of art you love, whether it’s affordable or whether you save up for it because you know you’re going to have it for a lifetime. I bought my first painting from an older artist friend when I was 21 and I paid it off over six months. I still love it just as much, if not more.
I asked artist Bridget Dolan, who works on many commissions for interior designers and individuals, to share her top tips for buying art.
- The first step to finding the right piece of artwork is to look at as much art as you can. You’ll develop a deeper understanding of your own aesthetic and it will also give you greater confidence in the choices you make.
- A quick way to start looking is through websites like www.artwhatson.com.au There’s lots of work on these websites, and once you start looking it can feel overwhelming, so take care and note down your instant responses.