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How to hang art at home By Katharina Wenzel-Vollenbroich

14.05.23

We all know the importance of art therapy when it comes to improving mental health. From life drawing in your local gallery on a Thursday night, to...

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Collector Trend: Still Life By Janine Wixforth

08.12.19

For centuries painters have been depicting inanimate objects from their direct surrounding such as flowers, rocks, food or vases. Still life is probably one of the most popular genres ever. Today, still life continues to be a very vibrant genre and is often produced with a range of different media such as photography, digital graphics, and even video.

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Fine art prints collector’s guide By Janine Wixforth

04.11.19

Strolling through art fairs or galleries you might have noticed this one confusing category that is sold among the usual paintings and sculptures. We call them “original prints” or “fine art prints”, “multiples” and so on. Due to their often lower price point they are a popular entry-level segment for new collectors. We show you what you really need to know about them, especially if you’re thinking about purchasing a print.

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How to start an art collection By Janine Wixforth

12.07.19

Whether you’re investing in old masters, well-established contemporaries, or the latest video pieces, collecting art can be a risky process. For most people, the trouble comes when trying to start a collection and invest in art on a budget. How to make sure the money you invest into your art collection, even if it is on a small-budget basis, is well spent?

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Should I Invest in Art on Trends or Personal Taste? By Katharina Wenzel-Vollenbroich

12.07.19

With art sales in 2016 exceeding $45billion (according to the 2017 TEFAF market report), an increase 1.7% increase over 2015, and a further increas...