Investing in Original Art  

Buying original art for yourself is a very personal experience unique to you - your tastes, your life, your surroundings and your memories. You may choose to buy a piece because it reminds you of something familiar, it evokes strong feelings or represents a familiar place. You may choose a piece based on favorite colors or based on recommendations of an Interior Designer. Or you may buy art strictly as an investment because you believe the piece will increase in value over time. For whatever reason you buy original art there is one simple rule I have always believed in, 'YOU MUST LOVE THE PIECE' - if it is not something you absolutely have to have, then you probably should not invest in the piece. Living with art is a very different experience than seeing art in a gallery or museum. Living with your original art piece you will see it day in and day out, you will notice the colors change from morning to evening and with varying moods.

A well painted, original piece of art, reveals itself layer by layer over time. So you better love it!

Original art pieces add value and ambiance, they start conversations and add another dimension to your home or office.

Buying as a gift?

If you are buying original art as a special gift for someone, here are some questions that can help in your selection process:

• How well do you know the person? What is the style of their home or office?

• What space do they have for the work of art?

• Do they have any favourite artists, colors, places?

• How much are you willing to spend?

I really love this piece but I am not sure that it will work in the space I am thinking of hanging it?

To assist in deciding where to hang your art piece(s) I have started to offer a unique service.

By emailing me a digital or scanned photo of the planned space(s) I can insert a high quality image

of the art piece(s) and email it back to you giving you a 'virtual' sense of how the piece(s) will work in your space. Still not sure? email me and we can discuss other options for previewing the art in your space.