Buying art can be a very complex and exhaustive process requiring a lot of time to research, study, compare and select. With so much variety in styles, sizes, mediums and colors, sometimes it can be very hard to make a decision about which painting to buy.

If you are looking for paintings to decorate your house, office or business, this article is for you. An Art Collector might choose a different approach.

From searching to selecting to buying, these basic questions will help you to find the perfect painting for you.

- What is your favorite Painting Style and Medium?

Defining what you like is the key. Popular painting styles are: Abstract Art, Impressionism Art, Realism Art, Expressionism Art, Surrealism Art. Some of the mediums are: Oil, Acrylic, Gouache and Watercolor. If you need more complete information, you can search for painting styles and mediums on Google.com, Yahoo.com or other source.

- Are you looking for an Original Painting or a Print?

An Original Painting usually has textured brush strokes, rich and vibrant colors, and overall, looks, feels and smells like an original. It usually has rough surface and uneven paint on the sides of the stretched canvas. Buying an original work of art is a magnificent experience and an investment opportunity.

A Print is a copy of the original painting. Also known as a reproduction, it usually has a flat image and lacks the true color and essence of an original fine art. It generally has even edges where the buyer typically does not look. If you see a dot matrix pattern, the same pattern you find in magazines or book images, it is probably a print. Some Giclee prints are very well done, may be hand signed and could be very difficult to differentiate from the original.

- Would you like an Artwork that goes with your current decor?

Look around at your furniture, wall color, rugs, lamps, curtains, etc and choose the colors you would like in the painting. Also, measure the area where the painting is going to be placed. With this information your search will be easier and faster.

- How much are you willing to spend?

Set a budget and consider the cost of the frame. Sometimes the frame can be very expensive. Paintings on Gallery Wrapped Canvases usually have painted edges and don’t need frame, saving you money and adding a contemporary look to your room.

- Would you prefer to visit Art Galleries or buy Paintings Online?

Visiting Galleries can be fun and you can personally see the artwork. However, it can be time consuming. Online you can find more variety and some artists will even re-create paintings that have already been sold (commissioned art).

- How reliable is the Art Dealer, Art Gallery or the Artist?

Scams and misrepresentations are part of the art business. Do some research about the Art Dealer, Gallery or Artist before purchasing. If you are buying an original painting, make sure it is really an original and not a reproduction.

- What is the Shipping and Handling and Return Policy?

Understanding the Shipping and Handling and Return Policies is very important. Insurance and tracking number or delivery confirmation are essential for proof of shipment. You should also be able to contact the seller in case you have any question or problem with the painting.

- Is a Certificate of Authenticity (COA) provided?

The Certificate of Authenticity (COA) provides assurance and verifies the authenticity of the painting you have purchased. Even though, a COA is not necessary to prove that the painting is original, it is recommended to ask if it is provided. Also, make sure the COA is legitimate and comes from the artist or a qualified dealer, agent, gallery, etc.

- How is your personal information protected?

Find out about the Privacy Policy, and make sure your personal information, including credit/debit cards and bank account information, is safe.

- How to contact the seller?

Any website where you can purchase online must have a contact link, telephone number or other way to contact the seller. So, if you have any question or problem with the painting, you should contact them right away.

Owning a work of art can be a fantastic experience. Fine Art brings harmony, glamour and sophistication to any room. It has the ability to beautify any space and transmit feelings and emotions to any spectator, somehow capturing all the attention.

At www.carmenguedez.com, Abstract Art Gallery, you will find 100% Hand-Made Original Fine Arts. All paintings have a Certificate of Authenticity, hand-signed and embossed with the official logo and a Fine Arts Registered number. Prices are competitive and the online shopping transaction is easy and safe. Shipping is fast and the customer service is outstanding.

If you are deciding where to begin, consider your home’s architecture and furnishings. Most open concept homes feature very modern architecture so a piece of contemporary wall art may be more fitting. Contemporary wall art is available in a range of styles and mediums including oil, acrylic and watercolor. They are available as canvas paintings, pieces on board or paper so your choices are really limitless.

Where will you be purchasing your pieces can have a large impact on what you can choose from. If you are buying canvas paintings from a gallery, you can often request that they reframe a piece in a way that suits your décor. If you are purchasing from an online website, you may be more interested in purchasing canvas paintings as they can be less expensive to ship than a piece painted on board or which has been framed under glass.

You may wonder why paintings are done on different materials. Oil paintings need a canvas or a board background that will not move and crack the paint. Acrylic should also be done as canvas wall paintings or on board. Watercolor, ink or graphite pieces need to be painted on paper.

Contemporary wall art can evoke a range of very strong feelings in the viewer. Pieces can be painted in a variety of styles varying from completely abstract to highly representational. Abstract or non-representational pieces usually use color or pattern to fill a space as opposed to a structured piece that composed according to set rules.

There are a few very famous painters of contemporary wall art. One of the most notable is Andy Warhol who created amazing pieces of pop icons and images such as his famous Campbell’s Soup Can series. Contemporary wall art is similar to modern art and there are many crossovers. Basically, contemporary wall art has been created by artists who have been active after the 1970’s, whereas modern artists such as Pablo Picasso and Jackson Pollack were active from the mid 1900’s to the 1970’s.

If you are looking for canvas paintings in any style, you may be unsure about what you can expect to pay. Artwork can range significantly in price even among pieces that are painted on the same substrate (a canvas wall painting versus a painting on board) or are the same size. The fame of the artist, the rarity of their work, the size of the piece and the style it is painted in can all affect the price of an original piece of artwork.

If you are interested in collecting art you may be unsure where to begin. The art world is so diverse with a range of styles available from contemporary wall art to classical styles such as abstract, impressionism and realism. There are also paintings that have been created on a variety of bases. You can find canvas paintings, paintings on board or paper, or even mixed media or collages that use a variety of unique items to make up a piece.

 

If you are deciding where to begin, consider your home’s architecture and furnishings. Most open concept homes feature very modern architecture so a piece of contemporary wall art may be more fitting. Contemporary wall art is available in a range of styles and mediums including oil, acrylic and watercolor. They are available as canvas paintings, pieces on board or paper so your choices are really limitless.

 

Where will you be purchasing your pieces can have a large impact on what you can choose from. If you are buying canvas paintings from a gallery, you can often request that they reframe a piece in a way that suits your décor. If you are purchasing from an online website, you may be more interested in purchasing canvas paintings as they can be less expensive to ship than a piece painted on board or which has been framed under glass.

 

You may wonder why paintings are done on different materials. Oil paintings need a canvas or a board background that will not move and crack the paint. Acrylic should also be done as canvas wall paintings or on board. Watercolor, ink or graphite pieces need to be painted on paper.

 

Contemporary wall art can evoke a range of very strong feelings in the viewer. Pieces can be painted in a variety of styles varying from completely abstract to highly representational. Abstract or non-representational pieces usually use color or pattern to fill a space as opposed to a structured piece that composed according to set rules.

 

There are a few very famous painters of contemporary wall art. One of the most notable is Andy Warhol who created amazing pieces of pop icons and images such as his famous Campbell’s Soup Can series. Contemporary wall art is similar to modern art and there are many crossovers. Basically, contemporary wall art has been created by artists who have been active after the 1970’s, whereas modern artists such as Pablo Picasso and Jackson Pollack were active from the mid 1900’s to the 1970’s.

 

If you are looking for canvas paintings in any style, you may be unsure about what you can expect to pay. Artwork can range significantly in price even among pieces that are painted on the same substrate (a canvas wall painting versus a painting on board) or are the same size. The fame of the artist, the rarity of their work, the size of the piece and the style it is painted in can all affect the price of an original piece of artwork.