New York Times Art News: Collecting and Selling Original Artwork
There have been some very interesting articles published recently in the New York Times that provide insightful ideas and resources for collecting and selling original and limited edition artwork.
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Art is an essential item for every interior. Not only does artwork pull a room together visually, it also helps express who you are by displaying your unique style. However, there is often a certain level of anxiety that surrounds our pursuit of finding artwork. This can be caused by anything from being bashful about explicitly expressing our style on our walls for everyone who visits to see, to simply not knowing what kind of artwork you particularly like.
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If you can sympathize, take a look at the articles below. And, let me help calm your anxiety with a not-so-subtle suggestion of where to find artwork from some of the top independent, emerging and established artists from around the world.
Note: In order to read the complete stories, you may need to register with the New York Times, which is free and relatively quick and easy.
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The Terrible Toll of Art Anxiety
By Joyce Walder
Many would-be art buyers are intimidated by galleries, worried about making unfashionable choices or otherwise unable to commit to a purchase.
By Julie Scelfo
Jen Bekman’s goals include encouraging a broader swath of people to feel comfortable buying art.
March 8th, 2008 at 10:55 am
This post covers an important aspect in the artworld. I am an artist myself,but only noticed a couple of years back that I am a collector too. Buying art is always an exciting activity with a feeling of risk,but this gives also a special thrill.
I would like to recommend an excellent book on collecting art “Owning Art: The Contemporary Art Collector’s Handbook “
I think it´s important to understand that buying a piece of art is only one step and a strong statement of getting interested and involved with art. Buying the first piece mostly is the beginning of a life long journey that opens a new and unknown perspective on life and human existance.
March 10th, 2008 at 8:57 pm
Wow! I’m so excited and elated that my artwork was selected. Thank you!
March 10th, 2008 at 9:14 pm
Hi! I’m trying to find the articles written in NYT. I registered but cannot find any articles. Your help would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
March 11th, 2008 at 3:37 pm
Hey Tony,
Here are the two articles listed above.
The Terrible Toll of Art Anxiety and Easing the Pain of Collecting