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Post by highbrow on Sept 22, 2010 21:05:28 GMT -8
I wish this was written when I started collecting work, becuase then i would probably have 10 pieces of amazing art instead of 20 pieces of medicore art and 7 amazing works. I almost feel that should the boards motto
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Post by epicfai on Sept 22, 2010 23:36:20 GMT -8
That's good advice.
I'd also add:
1. buy what YOU like
2. DON'T buy as an investment
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Post by cpk on Sept 25, 2010 19:02:14 GMT -8
Sorry if this is a dumb question, but how do you tell what is an "A" work and a "B" work? I really don't know since I have only been collecting for less than a year so I am still learning.
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Post by sleepboy on Sept 25, 2010 20:46:35 GMT -8
Sorry if this is a dumb question, but how do you tell what is an "A" work and a "B" work? I really don't know since I have only been collecting for less than a year so I am still learning. That is a difficult question and I don't know if there is a right answer or not. I would say, just take time to get familiar with the artist's work. An A work would be the first several to sell in a show. Something you can look at and know right away that it is that artist's work. Something iconic. I think that what people are trying to say is don't just buy something just because it is from an artist you like and you are desperate for a piece. Be patient and get a good piece. |
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Post by bluecat on Sept 25, 2010 22:51:06 GMT -8
Interesting thread. I'd say don't be afraid to buy works by artists who are relatively unknown as long as you love the piece. Try not to overlook artists you aren't familiar with and check out debut shows etc, especially if it's with a gallery whose judgement you usually trust. When I first started getting into art, I surfed the web like crazy, especially the links provided by galleries and artists and eventually became more confidant about what did it for me. And I got to know which galleries I felt catered most for my own tastes.
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Post by afroken on Sept 26, 2010 2:46:04 GMT -8
I think another good tip is to not buy, for example, a still life from an artist who normally only does portraits, even if it's amazing. The art market likes familiarity.
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Post by saL on Sept 27, 2010 3:34:42 GMT -8
Im pretty new at all this so I don't have anything to add, but I'll definitely keep my eye on this thread.. a lot of good tips here!..
thanks, and keep em coming..
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Post by cpk on Sept 27, 2010 10:01:26 GMT -8
Yes, quite a helpful thread. I am glad to know I have been doing a few things right. However, though I do not buy for investment, I will continute to tell my husband that it is an investment  |
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Post by juggernut3 on Sept 29, 2010 22:50:40 GMT -8
Sorry if this is a dumb question, but how do you tell what is an "A" work and a "B" work? I really don't know since I have only been collecting for less than a year so I am still learning. That is a difficult question and I don't know if there is a right answer or not. I would say, just take time to get familiar with the artist's work. An A work would be the first several to sell in a show. Something you can look at and know right away that it is that artist's work. Something iconic. I think that what people are trying to say is don't just buy something just because it is from an artist you like and you are desperate for a piece. Be patient and get a good piece. Sleep is right. This is a very difficult question, but his advice is sound. But not all A work is the first to sell if said artist is relatively new without too much of a rabid following. Adding onto his advice, I would say take time to look at as MUCH art as you can, after a while you'll figure out what you like and from that you can develop your own taste of what an A image to you is and what is a B or C. It's catch 22 when you buy first cause you can get a gem by not asking for discount and boldly choosing the one you like thus possibly getting an A. On the other hand, you wait and see how the market reacts and possibly get discounts on what's left, then you often get stuck with the left overs. (usually not the A's). This is what I learned my first few years of collecting. So stick within your price range then go guns blazing when something you like is in your price range. (Make sure you really want it.) Buy what you really like/love and even if it isn't worth a Van Gogh you still can get love from it by seeing it everyday on your wall. Sounds really corny, but if you have to ask if an image is A or B or C, then you are not ready to buy that artist. |
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Post by Weekender on Oct 23, 2010 16:11:38 GMT -8
Interesting thread. I'd say don't be afraid to buy works by artists who are relatively unknown as long as you love the piece. Try not to overlook artists you aren't familiar with and check out debut shows etc, especially if it's with a gallery whose judgement you usually trust. When I first started getting into art, I surfed the web like crazy, especially the links provided by galleries and artists and eventually became more confidant about what did it for me. And I got to know which galleries I felt catered most for my own tastes. The gallery advice is a good one, also when you find some galleries that continue to show art you like. Try and make a relationship with the owner, as they are usually very helpful, but just remember they are salesmen/women too. Also, don't be afraid to reach out and contact the artists directly, sometimes you can have them do a commission for you that better suites your taste. But there is some risk there as you are buying the piece before it is painted and if you don't like the outcome it is very awkward. Good point. Besides, i think it is a good idea to get a piece from a show since that is actually the time for artists to showcase their talents and developments. Eventually when one is comfortable with the scene and artist, then a commissioned work may appeal (although i still personally would shy away from this, my initial instinct for art is like flipping CD covers). and the golden rule, as long as you like it, buy it. Its your wall anyway and you have to live with it everyday. Through time one will shuffle between acquiring "blue chip" ( or A works referred in this thread) and non-blue chip works. Mistakes are inevitable, its like your "tuition fee" in this "school"(ie collecting artworks). |
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Post by steveinca on Oct 23, 2010 22:10:11 GMT -8
The gallery advice is a good one, also when you find some galleries that continue to show art you like. Try and make a relationship with the owner, as they are usually very helpful, but just remember they are salesmen/women too. Also, don't be afraid to reach out and contact the artists directly, sometimes you can have them do a commission for you that better suites your taste. But there is some risk there as you are buying the piece before it is painted and if you don't like the outcome it is very awkward. Good point. Besides, i think it is a good idea to get a piece from a show since that is actually the time for artists to showcase their talents and developments. Eventually when one is comfortable with the scene and artist, then a commissioned work may appeal (although i still personally would shy away from this, my initial instinct for art is like flipping CD covers). and the golden rule, as long as you like it, buy it. Its your wall anyway and you have to live with it everyday. Through time one will shuffle between acquiring "blue chip" ( or A works referred in this thread) and non-blue chip works. Mistakes are inevitable, its like your "tuition fee" in this "school"(ie collecting artworks). Well said, and so true. The only way to avoid that would be to ask someone who has been collecting for years to tell you what to buy. The only problem with that is it wouldn't really be your collection, even though you owned the pieces. I made a lot of mistakes/bad buys in the beginning. I've literally got two closets full of pieces that I don't hang. The thing that sucks is that my financial situation when i first started collecting was much better than it is now(pre-economy crash). So, i could've bought magnificent pieces back then, and i did buy a few, but now that i know a lot more about collecting i can't buy a lot of pieces i want to. And with no solution or remedy to the financial crisis on the horizon, i'm hesitant to spend money on things that I like, but don't need. I wish I knew about Keyes and Berens and a bunch more artists back then. All good though, it'll make me appreciate new pieces much more, once i'm able to start buying again. |
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Post by lyly10388 on Nov 9, 2010 23:06:32 GMT -8
Such a very amazing link! |
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Post by highbrow on Nov 10, 2010 0:47:52 GMT -8
I have been truly blessed as my real art buying has all come in the time when this board had started prior to this board I owned two works a Luke Chueh and a collab from McCormick and Naccarato. When hung started this board my world changed. Prior to this board I had no idea of Jose Parla, Joe Sorren, Shepard Fairey, or anyone for that matter. This board has been my saving grace. With out this board my collection would be full of stuff bought my local wentworth gallery at the shopping mall, but now I like to think I have some stand out work from a small list of quality artists. So when buying work, do your research, if you see an artist you like make smart decisions and ask questions, there is always someone who knows more and it appears on this board everyone is more then willing to help.
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