Frequently Asked Questions
How do you price the artwork:
Artist take into consideration materials, time and effort, degree of difficulty, the market for particular artworks and circumstance (such as financial condition, survival based on art sales).
Galleries take into consideration price charged by the artist, travel, shipping, time and effort for assessing and acquiring artworks (subjective).
Why is stretching so expensive:
Professional framing requires skilled labor and craftsmanship. Framers need to accurately measure and cut materials, assemble the frame, mount the artwork, and ensure it is properly secured and aligned. This level of expertise and attention to detail contributes to the cost.
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How do I price art, is the price negotiable :
By taking into account its historical, aesthetic, and social context, you can determine a fair and equitable price for the artwork that reflects its true worth. Art valuation involves a deep appreciation for the cultural significance of art, as well as the economic and commercial forces that shape the art market. The price of art is driven by those who sell it such as galleries, curators, the artist who are responsible for marketing and brining exposure to the actual artist and associated artwork.
Understand that artists and galleries generally want and even may expect you to negotiate. In the art space, negotiation is a standard practice in many art transactions. Artists and galleries are not bound to negotiating with customers, but each understands it’s a part of the process.
Should I invest this much money:
Art is a great investment for anyone looking to add value to their portfolio, adding value to your estate for generations to come. Art can be a long-term valuable investment. Unlike stocks or other investments, art does not tend to go up and down in value based on market fluctuations. However, a major variable in artwork holding or increasing its value notoriety, success in sales, and time. Through research and seeking professional guidance such as an experienced curator or gallerist, you will be well on your way to acquiring a desirable work of art. A long-term reliable investment.
Do you have alternative means for financing:
Art Money
We partner with Art Money to make are more accessible. Art Money empowers people to buy art, supporting artists, galleries and a sustainable creative economy. We provide a commission enabling the no interest business model. In return, we get paid immediately, the artist gets paid, you take your art to enjoy now and pay over time. Win win.
- Enjoy now, pay over time, instead of upfront. 10 payments. 10 months. No interest. -
A. Apply for Art Money Credit (first time clients only)
Get started here, quick & easy real time application, request a credit limit to suit your art budget.
B. Buy
Select & purchase your artwork, pay a deposit, congratulations, it's yours!
C. Enjoy, pay over time
Your work will be ready for pickup or shipped immediately, future payments are monthly auto debits.
Layaway:
With 50 percent of the sales price down, we saftely store the your art work for a 90 day period which is paid in equaly monthly installemnts; after which you take possession of the artwork. If payments are not made within the 90 required period, the money is not refunded, but is placed towards another artwork selected by you! You can apply to participate in the Art Money or Layaway Program.
Is there free shipping:
Shipping costs are not included in the price to procure the artwork. Shipping costs are determined based on the cost of material necessary for the proper wrapping, protection and shipment. Actual transport costs are through a third party vendor such as FedEx, UPS, USPS, etc. For larger artworks such as stone and/or large masks, the shipping vendor will be determined and shipping costs calculated soon after completion of purchase.
What's the difference between an Original and a Limited Edition:
Original artworks can be unique or maybe not. However, Original artworks are created by the artists own hands representing to the artists as their one-of-a-kind pieces. With limited editions (prints), artists restrict the total amount of artworks produced in the edition, so that each individual work will retain its value over time. Limited editions can be referred to as original art in print form.
Do Prints de-value the original artwork :
The original is not the same as a print. Original art will sell for much more and holds a much higher value than a print. You may be surprised, but prints in no way devalue the original artwork because there is only one original no matter what!
How do artists come up with their ideas for creating artwork :
For some, it may be a personal experience or memory that drives them to create. Others may find inspiration driven by political events, nature or everyday objects, figures and scenes. Some artists are even inspired by other works of art, whether it is a painting, sculpture, poem, song, dance!
Do I have enough wall space :
There are a few standards rules of thumb to go by in assessing wall space for a particular piece of art:
Art in your home should be at eye-level.
Only about 60 inches from the floor to the center of the piece.
The artwork should be two-thirds the size of the sofa or floor board beneath it.
The center of the piece should be about 58” high – that's the standard height for paintings in an art gallery.
Your artwork should be at least a foot from the edge of the wall to the edge of your print.