I’m an art lover, and I’ve often said that hanging art in your home will give it more character and personality than just about anything else. And while I’m a print-lover, through and through, today I’m making a case for collecting original art.
Original art is one of a kind. If you connect with a piece and hang it on your wall, you’re showing off your style and personality in a really unique way. Nothing will ever match the aesthetics of the OG — while I’ve seen and collected some pretty incredible prints in my day, nothing beats the colors and texture and literal depth (and emotion!) of the original.
Original art comes with a story. “I found this artist while on a trip to Atlanta…” or “I discovered this artist during the winter when we were remodeling the house; he always takes me back to how that felt.”
This time of year, it’s an incredibly special gift to give: whether to a long-time collector or someone who is just starting out (a goal of mine!). Original art appreciates in value. It can often be worth more the longer it hangs on your wall, and even having been pre-owned. So, the gift of original art becomes an instant heirloom, something they’ll pass down to their grandkids some day.
And the best news? Original art doesn’t have to be expensive. We’ve rounded up collections under $500, under $250, and under $100. At these prices, you’ll have enough cash leftover to invest in museum-quality framing. — Or, you know, a piece for yourself, too :)
- “Path In The Lake District” by Rosemary Burn, 16” x 12”, $387.50
2. “Portrait Of A Man In A Brown Hat” – Vintage, Artist unknown, 15” x 14”, $354.66
3. “Brücke” by Jurij Frey, 16” x 16”, $458.37
4. “Bike and Fish” by Jennifer Davis, 12” x 16”, $400
5. “Christy’s Legs” by Maria Iciak, 9” x 12”, $285
6. “2 Wheels Nano 06” by Stephanie Ho, 4.7” x 4.7” x 1.6”, $440
7. “Julia Summed Up” by Miriam Tribe, 12” x 16”, $465
8. “Stay Cool” by Teddi Parker, 20” x 20”, $400
9. “Sophia” by Loralee Nicolay, 8” x 10”, $299
- “Dinner Served” by Katherine Corden, 9” x 12”, $250
2. “The Poet’s Daughter” by Misty Mawn, 11” x 14”, $225
3. “White Swan” by Irene Meneconi, 11.8” x 15.7”, $213.28
4. “Morning Mood” by Nataly Derevyanko, 6” x 6”, $150
5. “Blue Artwork” by Nikolay Naydenov, 13″x 13″x 2″, $200
6. “Espresso with Lime” by Donna Ceraulo, 20” x 20”, $194.65
7. “Love Story” by Victoria Bradley, 9” x 12”, $150
8. “Rose Study No. 14” by Elizabeth Becker, 9” x 12”, $140
9. “Carpinteria Bluffs Plein Air II” by Sharon Schock, 8” x 10”, $210
1. No longer available
2. “Wandering” by Debi Hinshaw, 10” x 8”, $75
3. “Right There with You” by Sara Schroeder, 8”x8”, $60
4. “White Garden Roses” by Jason Walcott, 8” x 10”, $99
5. “Abstract Black and White” by Aga, 10” x 12.5”, $65.70
6. “Original Portrait” -Vintage, artist unknown, 9″ x 12″, $98
7. “Figure III, November 2019” by Juana Almaguer, 9” x 12”, $55
8. “Landscape Painting” by Bill Fox, 8” x 8”, $55
9. “No. 1 Noir” by Josh Young Design House, 8″ x 10″, $98
My friend hand carves blocks for block printing and sells her prints and other art here! Main focus is on nature.
https://www.etsy.com/shop/caitlinguerrastudio/
Buy original art by all means! But do it because you love it – most pieces will NOT appreciate over time, for sure. My mother has worked in prestigious art galleries for the past 30 years and while there is an aspect of investment art with the modern masters, the majority of original art will not hold its purchase value.
https://www.jentolman.com/ for the link
Beautiful seascapes, sculptures and spiritual art at jentolman.com or @jentolmanart on instagram
Hello. My name is Scott Higginson. I own FourSquare ART. I started the online, original art gallery for the sole purpose of getting more original art into home and work environments. I’ve been thrilled to witness many of the emerging artists I’ve represented, particularly, mother artists wanting to develop and grow their talent while being a mom, eventually be picked up by larger, well-established galleries. We have much in common. We should talk. Here’s the link to my website: http://www.foursquareart.com where you’ll discover a wide assortment of genres, styles and prices.
I think it would also be helpful for you to read this interview I did with Vision of the Arts, a non-profit I do volunteer work for that offers grants and scholarships to mother artists and others seeking to improve their talents. We raise funds each Spring and Fall with an art auction of 5×5 paintings, many of them selling for less than $500. Here’s the link.
https://visionofthearts.wordpress.com/2016/09/13/an-interview-with-scott-higginson-of-foursquare-art/
Please call, we have much in common and I always love to talk art.
Wow! This is amazing, Scott!!!
Thanks. The artists I’m honored to represent are the amazing ones.