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Where to buy art online: here are the best places recommended by artists and gallery owners
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Photography
“I would look for both quality and substance when purchasing any art, but without being visible on a website, I would let quality lead the way,†Voelker says of browsing through. waters of electronic photography. “In terms of smart collection, my recommendation is to stick with archival items – you want this to last, whether it’s a small or a big investment. »It evokes the sorting of frames as quickly as possible with matt UV plexiglass. “Your viewing experience will be worth the small premium, not to mention the preservation of the artwork.”
Impressions
“It’s possible to support artists and social causes at the same time, as exemplified by ART FOR CHANGE, which offers affordable editions of prominent contemporary artists like Melissa Brown and Summer Wheat,†says Duffy. Pomares adds that Tappan Collective is another great resource for collectors to explore without feeling intimidated by the process. “They did a limited edition with one of my favorite artists, Umar Rashid,†she says. “You can buy a print for under $ 500, and it’s someone who has exhibited around the world and is part of the Made in LA exhibit at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles.â€
Sculptural objects
“I think sculptures have an incredible ability to remind us of material, density and volume in basic and physical ways,†says Johnson. Pieces often merge fine art and functional design. “Prospect NY is sharp enough for a store that partners with artists to produce more design-oriented works,†she says, noting that Judy Chicago has several on the site, from silks printed to the “Goddess Trio†– a candle, a soap, a gold-plated brooch. Additionally, “Hyperallergic has an excellent online store featuring pieces from artists like Mickalene Thomas and Louis Bourgeois.”
Illuminations
Continuing the thread of form and function, electric works also serve as emotional light sources. “I love 1stDibs for my furniture and decorative items,†Pomares says. New concepts use technology in moving images. “Azikiwe Mohammed In search of comfort of Infinite Objects is an innovative version of the limited edition; a piece of video art that can fit on your desktop, â€says Duffy. “It is also an incredible opportunity to live with a work of art by a New York Times-hired artist.
Handhelds + portable devices
“I think one of the big advantages of buying zines and small editions of independent artists is the attention to detail,†Voelker says. “These are objects typically made by artists and meticulously crafted to share their message.” The category offers “a step into their worldâ€. Consider Brian DeGraw’s album cover art for fast, fast coming musical artists The long and the short of it, or Benjamin Degen’s virtual merchandising table, drawings that have become postcards. In the heart of Manhattan’s Garment District, digital prints of Hope Macdonald’s paintings are hand cut and sewn into wearable pieces.
Paintings
“When I saw how Tappan Collective chooses guest curators to put together collections of works, I was obviously drawn to Maya Erskine’s choices,†said Johnson of Pen15 creator-slash-producer-slash-actor selections, including that of Alexis Arnold sold out Crystallized books series and that of Ali Beletic The material and the sensual The painting. She adds that “GIFC (Got It for Cheap) has an interesting platform, it features shows from curators and emerging artists – the works are available for purchase online, so you can buy some really nice pieces and ignore some of the high fees that a gallery takes.
Mixed + New Media
For an interesting mix of media, Pomares likes the Perrie Gallery. “This site is a must see because there are always fresh and exciting pieces from a wide range of contemporary artists at various prices for a collector,†she says. Duffy respects the logic of Flat Rate Contemporary by artist Mat Gasparek for works by emerging artists since “the parameter is that they must fit in a flat-rate UPS envelope. It follows in the tradition of other postal art projects, from Charles White to Ray Johnson. And Swopes encourages digital due diligence. “Some works of art may look pretty, but they can be stolen,†she warns, laughing. “So do your research.”
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