THE HILLS | AUGUST 2018

While there is a time and place for limited edition
and fine art prints, it is always a good idea to
look at buying original first, and here’s why:
1. It doesn’t have to cost a small fortune – It
is a misconception that only very expensive artworks by wellknow
artist are worth investing in. As the popular saying goes,
“Beauty is in the eye of the beholder”, and so also is art. Browse the
internet, flea markets, art fairs etc. for paintings by up and coming
artists that you adore.
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2. You’ll be supporting an artist’s livelihood – Imagine how
boring the world would have been if everyone worked in the same
industry?! The creative industry is extremely undervalued and
artists need support from the community to continue doing what
they do.
3. It’s unique – With the vast amount of things that are massproduced,
it is nice to know you own something unique and oneof-a-kind.
It makes it even more valuable.
4. Inspire conversation and thought – Original fine artworks
convey a unique story. Not only the story the artist aimed to tell
(and how others interpret it), but also the story of how you came
to acquire the painting.
5. It is an investment – Original fine artworks become more
valuable as time goes by. While this shouldn’t be your main
outlook when looking to decorate a wall with art, it is definitely
nice to know.
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