Wednesday, May 23, 2018

A Guide To Buying Commissioned Oil Paintings

By Shirley Roberts


Finding a beautiful work of art to furnish a home or to give as a present may seem like a daunting challenge. However buying commissioned oil paintings may be easier to achieve than your realize. Read on to get some helpful tips on how to navigate the process of acquiring a work of art that is customized to your requirements.

The fist thing you may wish to consider is what you are looking for. Many elements define an artwork from size to style to medium. Thus it can be helpful to think carefully about where the item will be displayed. Choosing a size and medium to compliment its surroundings makes sense. Write down your ideas to help you to refine your thoughts.

If you are planning to buy a gift of artwork for a loved one, here is a chance to integrate his or her personality into the finished piece. For instance you might want to think about the recipient's interests and favorite pastimes and integrate these into the painting's subject matter. It is also a good idea to work out your budget range well in advance. For ideas and inspiration the internet as well as art magazines are great sources.

In fact there is a great range of subject matter to choose from. To simplify the process think about some of the most popular subjects such as landscapes, figurative, portraiture, still life or abstract genres. In fact many artists work primarily in one or more of these themes.

After you have worked out what type of subject will best suit your needs, the next step is to find an artist that focuses on this genre. The ways of connecting to artists are extremely diverse. Some options, not an exhaustive list, are highlighted below.

Some of the possibilities for learning about artists and their work include checking out art fairs, looking in local galleries and perusing individual artist websites. Do some preliminary research before visiting an art venue so that you can focus your time on those artists work you are most interested in. While working with local artists is an ideal arrangement for many it can also be relatively simple to connect with those in other locations. Many artists regularly ship their work around the world.

Even if you are not completely sure if an artist undertakes commissioned work it may be worth asking. In fact there are lots who are happy to consider requests. They can provide clients with the important details of shipping costs, pricing and returns policies.

Last but not least it is very important to be a well informed buyer. This requires careful and accurate research. Ensuring that you fully understand your options and that you choose a commission wisely is very important. The first consultation with an artist is a chance to discuss all your questions and concerns. Remember that oil painting typically takes a long time to dry and is a slow process so this will be factored into time lines. However the end result is typically well worth the wait for buyers who want a lasting and meaningful work of art for their home or to give as a present.




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