ON COLLECTING

Art. Lots of people talk about it. Lots of people talk about how much it costs. Lots of headlines read so-and-so’s so-and-so sold for so-and-so many millions of dollars to so-and-so.

Lots of people say art is important. Lots of people say you should have some art. Lots of people say this is good art. Lots of people say that is bad art. Lots of people have a lot to say.

But you know what is the most important? What you say. Because art is personal.

When we see a piece of art, we respond to it with the very fibers of what make each one of us ourselves. With our history, our experiences, the biology of our eyes - how our unique physiological makeup sees color and light. We literally respond different to artwork based on who we are.

It is just that personal.

So the most important thing is to trust your eye. To trust that what you see and what you like is right for you.

You don’t need someone to tell you what is good. A certain number of zeros doesn’t make artwork better - it just means that certain forces aligned to create a unique market for that artist’s work.

Collecting art means lots of different things. And there are many paths up the mountain of art collecting. When you are getting started, it can feel like a mountain - but in truth it is more of a giant maze where all the paths are the right path if you choose wisely.

Where do I start?

Look at art - look at lots of art - look online, look in person, look look look.

Find things that speak to your soul and start a file.

What are you drawn to? What makes your heart sing a little? What do you see that makes you covet it?

It is okay to start small. It is also okay to start big.

Just don’t be afraid to start - if starting with a small work feels right, do that. If jumping right into that big painting you love feels right, do it !

Ask questions.

If there is anything you don’t understand and or want more information about, ask questions: ask the gallery, ask the artist, ask me (you can email me HERE). It is good to ask questions !

UPCOMING TOPICS:

• What to look for in a painting

• Why Artists are Important

• FAQ - the nitty gritty of the art transaction

• Do I need a frame?

• Transporting art

• Hanging art

We will be sharing these and other topics here and in our newsletter. Have any specific questions you’d like covered?
Let me know HERE