8 REASONS TO BUY ART
1) Art is a form of expression. Art is a powerful form of expression not only for the artists who create it, but also for those who own it. Like clothes, car, interior and architecture tells a lot about their owner, art is a great way to express and show ones feelings, beliefs, attitudes and emotions.
2) Art is a good investment. Art as investment is becoming more and more popular. Though investment purposes shouldn't be the main incentive for buying original art, it doesn't hurt that a piece you bought ten years ago has doubled in value. Always a fun bonus in the art of art collecting!
3) Art is about empty walls. Yes, simple reason – there are empty walls in houses, cafes and offices. Art fills space, gives atmosphere, creates feelings, personalize place. Happy walls make happy people. Even if your art choices are on the "darker side," your visual enjoyment of it will make you happy and ultimately enrich your life. Art will give it character and warmth, transforming any room into a livable environment. All you have to do is think about the difference between a room with bare walls and one with walls full of art.
4) Art is about happiness. Owning original art has unequivocally positive effects for those who own it. Simply put, it makes life more livable. Art improves our quality of life. As Pablo Picasso said, “The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls”.
5) Art is a nice gift. Although art is very personal thing, many people buy art for a gift. Mainly for people who already have everything or for some special occasions when larger and classy gift is expected.
6) Art is fresh and different. People are tired of everything similar. The same things are everywhere. Art is different, it is fresh and unique. Art can inspire thought and questions in adults and children alike, engaging the viewer to think and learn about the subject matter. It can start a worthwhile dialogue between anyone enjoying it. Buy original artwork for its uniqueness. Owning something that's all yours is an exciting thing. While some people want only what others have, it's always more interesting to have what others don't.
7) Art is for collection. People creating art collections can show their status, taste, personality. With a time they become obsessed in a good sense and their art collection becomes important part of their lives. In many cases collectors end up in art museums or turn their collections into private museums.
8) Buying art supports artists directly. Allowing them to continue with their creative process, which in turn continues to improve the quality of life for all of us. Let's face it, an "art-less" world is not where I'd want to live. Support your local or favorite artists.
