The Subtle Art of Gift Giving

Art is considered to be one of the timeless gifts you can offer to someone which will demonstrate the same range of emotions and sentiments in the future as it does today. Be it personal, social or professional, gifts are an integral part of any relationship. Every piece of art is intricate and has distinctive features which makes them unique to every individual person in the world.

The idea of gifting an artwork may seem daunting, but the thought of remembering a special someone when seeing a beautiful piece and knowing how much they would appreciate it and love to have it at their home is something that you shouldn’t ignore. Throughout this article we have discussed what you should consider when purchasing an art as a gift, and our team is always available to assist you in selecting the best gift.

1. Find out about the recipient’s personal taste
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‍In order to select a piece that is more likely to please the recipient, you obviously have to understand a little about their basic taste. Determine what they seek for in aesthetics. What color is their favorite? Do they favor classical or modern art? Do they have an interest in photography, painting, or sculpture? Is there a passion or interest that they might use as a theme? It’s small details that can reveal a lot about someone.

2. Love what you gift
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‍If you see an art and immediately think of a person who would appreciate that, you are probably right. Also ask yourself the question “ would I like to see this art in my living room everyday?”. The beauty of art is that it can transmit millions of meanings and emotions. Hence it is preferable to take your time and think what kind of emotions you want to convey to the receiver. Remember to always follow your gut instinct and first impression.

3. Think about the space
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‍Prior to purchasing of an art as a gift, you have to consider how it will fit into their lifestyle, existing interior and living space. For example, if you are buying a bigger piece you have to know if they have an appropriate room available to display it. Also, it is important to communicate what you envisioned when you buy this particular piece for them, how you did relate it to their interior and the lifestyle.

4. Set a budget
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‍Better to start with a clear budget set in your mind to narrow down your search and avoid anything that doesn’t fit within your budget. It is important to consider the medium, for example, paintings and sculptures are likely to be more expensive than prints or lithography. Staying within your budget is not a negative compound, gifting art always reflects how much time and effort you put into selecting present and how much you care.

Now that you are aware of how to select the finest gift, you might wonder where to go and find art that fits your budget and the other requirements. At Artbooth Gallery we have a great collection of artworks and sculptures for you to choose from. Drop us an email and we are always happy to help.

By Hasintha Edirisinghe