Art is a wonderful way for people to express themselves and let their creative side out! Whether it be through using the art to decorate their homes, office spaces, etc; simply enjoying it in art galleries and similar locations; or even creating it themselves.
But art can also make a great gift for those that have an art buff in their family or friend group. And while purchasing something like a sculpture may not always be within someone’s budget, many people do find that a nice piece of wall art can be an attainable and appreciated gift for their loved ones.
So today, we’re going to discuss seven helpful tips that will assist you if you’re looking to buy some wall art as a gift. Because, especially if you’re not all that into art yourself, the process can be a bit intimidating to some. These tips should help with that.
- Choose a Gift-Giving Strategy
There are different ways to choose and give wall art gifts. As a shopper, you will first need to formulate a strategy that can help you decide what to buy (a ready-made painting, art print, or framed photo vs. custom artwork) and how to give the gift (in person, physical delivery or online – through a digital gift card).
So, in other words, planning out what you’re looking for in terms of the gift should be your first step. It will give you a blueprint of sorts to go off of.
- Set a Budget
Another step you should likely take pretty early on is to set a budget for yourself. Wall art can definitely get pricey but there are options for everyone, so make sure to be honest with yourself about what you’re willing to spend on the gift.
And once you’ve chosen your target price range, you’ll have narrowed down your options which will make it easier to shop for the perfect piece.
- Think About the Recipient’s Tastes
The next phase of your planning should involve thinking about what kind of art the person who’s receiving the gift might like. Everyone has their own individual identity and they’ll appreciate a gift that reflects that. And if you’re purchasing a gift for a seasoned art lover, then the likelihood that they’ll have strong preferences increases a lot more.
So, consider their personality, sense of style, and of course, their artistic tastes; which could include their favorite artists, colors, genres, etc. And if you have any doubts, don’t be afraid to ask some questions. You can always find a way to do it without ruining the surprise.
- Remember Their Current Decorating Scheme
Along the same vein as the last tip, you need to keep your recipient’s current decor scheme in mind when you’re selecting their new art piece. You don’t want to choose something that will clash with the other art they have displayed in their home or office space.
And of course, you also wouldn’t want to choose a color they don’t decorate with, a style they don’t display, etc.
One hurdle that could potentially come up is if they’re redecorating and you’re not sure how their space is going to look in the future. But you can always get around this by subtly inquiring about their plans, similarly to what was mentioned in the last tip.
- Consider Their Wall Space
Not everyone has the same sized office or home, and especially depending on how much art the recipient already has displayed, there might not be much room on their walls. Or alternatively, they may have a large space that’s begging to be filled.
In either case, knowing how much wall space they have will allow you to choose a size that will work best for their art piece. If they have quite a bit of wall space, then you could potentially find a larger piece that will take up the area. But there’s a variety of smaller art pieces on the market for those with not as much space as well.
- Take Advantage of The Internet
You can find almost anything you want on the internet, and even if you don’t want to make the purchase completely online (which is a valid option), it doesn’t mean that you can’t still harness the power of the World Wide Web to help with your gift search.
For instance, you could likely find a great art vendor online through searching for highly rated vendors with good reviews. Or perhaps searching through art piece ideas and inspiration photos, you could spark a thought as to which type of art piece you want to decide on for the recipient.
- Don’t Be Afraid to Speak to An Expert
If all else fails, and you’re still not quite sure, then you could always contact a professional for some help. Remember that there are people out there who select art pieces for a living, and if you describe what you’re looking for, then they can probably help you.
Or if you’d prefer to simply outline the recipient’s styles and needs, many experts can provide you with some great advice and ideas as to which art piece you should buy.
Conclusion
Hopefully between these seven tips, you have all you need to go out and select the perfect art piece for your loved one. Just remember to be thoughtful and keep their individual wishes in mind, and you’ll end up with a fantastic gift.
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