Buying Art Without Going Broke
Article by: Karen Couillard
Everyone needs to decorate , Discount Bathroom Vanities his or her walls , Flower Arrangements with some sort of wall , Bedding - Are You Relaxed At Night? décor. Most would prefer to buy an original painting , A Guide to Memory Foam Mattresses to hang at that perfect spot over the sofa or fireplace.
However, for some, buying original art is about culture and social status. Not to
mention that having an original painting , Rug - Snug as a Bug! hanging on the wall , Heart of the Home - Faux Finished Kitchen Cabinetry looks way better then
a cheap reproduction bought at a department store.
Let's face it; although buying art is a great investment, it is indeed a luxury. It can
cost a few thousand dollars which most of us cannot afford. That is why we settle
for cheap mass reproductions from China of famous artist that are sold at every
decorating , The Cost of Granite Countertops and department store across the country. Everybody and their mother
have the same wall , Romantic Bedroom Decorating Tips décor. The reproductions are either poorly laminated on a thin
masonite board with black tape around the sides or framed with a cheap metal , Using A Room Divider To Enhance Your Asian Inspired Decor or
plastic , Dont Wait for a Mate, Feather Your Nest Now! Part 2 molding. The cost is cheap and the look is cheap. It makes the overall décor
look thrifty.
You don't have to spend big bucks to have great looking art on your walls. , Sofas It's
time to get rid of the old and bring in the new as over the past couple of years
digital printing has evolved bringing the art reproduction process to a whole new
level. In my opinion, the "giglee" print process is the best; its high quality
reproduction captures the finest details of an original painting , A Chair is Just a Chair No More, the BMW of Chairs! or image that can be
printed directly on canvas or paper.
Right now, the hottest trend in home , Choose The Right Colors and Placement For Your Flowers décor is reproductions on canvas. Many
retailers have started to carry a few pieces, as they are very affordable and look
exactly like a real painting. , Home Lighting - Important but Overlooked Aspects However as a published artist, I do not recommend
canvas transfers as the image is glued to the canvas as opposed to being printed,
then sealed with a film. The sides are finished with black tape, which will come off
over time. I recommend that you chose a piece that is printed on the canvas with no
tape on the sides. Even some publishers, such as mine, go to the extend of having
the artwork wrap around the sides which gives the piece a chic urban look.
Times are changing and art is more affordable, so don't settle for less. Be
spontaneous bold and unexpected as life is colorful when you are surrounded by art
you love.
For more art tips , Log Cabin Living: Soften the Decor with Fabric, Artwork, and Plants please log on at http://www.groovyarts.comKaren Couillard is one of Canada hottest artists. As a highly recognized
businesswomen, artist, product designer , Interior Decorating For Cats - Protecting Your Possessions and writer, she is known for being an entrepreneur in the world of art and design. , Pot Racks - Make a Statement In Your Kitchen As the founder of Groovy Arts, she has successfully developed and launched products , Romantic Bedroom Decorating Tips specializing in giftware and home , Flower Arrangements décor based on her signature art collection. Her work has appeared on CFTO "
"Panorama" Toronto CH 11 "CH Morning Live," Hamilton, KNBC-TV "News 4," Los
Angeles, KESQ-TV "Channel 3 News," Palm Springs, , Pot Racks - Make a Statement In Your Kitchen City TV "CityLine," Toronto as
well as in many publications including " The Hamilton Spectator," "West of the City,"
"Art World News," "Le Madawaska,"
"For more art tips , Sofas please log on at http://www.groovyarts.com |
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