How to Build an Art Collection
A sponsored post with Castle Fine Art
Choosing art for our homes, it can be daunting right? It can be intimidating going to galleries and buying art direct from artists. I think sometimes people feel they don’t know much about art and so just buy generic prints from mass produced online print sellers. Which is a real shame in my opinion, there is so much wonderful art out there and talented artists and photographers to discover.
A stunning focal point, the work of Alfie Bowen ‘Prince of Darkness’ in my living room.
I’ve got an art school background and even I have that feeling sometimes. Well there’s no need to feel intimidated, choosing art at the end of the day should just be a gut feeling, something that resonates and ‘speaks’ to you if that makes sense or simply just something you like the look of and will look great in your home and suits your personal style.
In my own home I have gathered an eclectic mix of art, prints, illustrations and photographs. Art to me is something personal and I don’t want to have prints on my wall that everyone else has, generic art doesn’t float my boat. To me it is about evoking a memory of a trip to a special place. I love visiting galleries and markets when abroad and I always bring prints or art pieces or prints back. I cherish mementoes from a friend or a family member who have created something special for me personally. A vintage piece found in a dusty junk shop that evokes a bygone time or feeling. Or simply a piece of art that stops me in my tracks and will create a stunning focal point in my interior space.
A gallery wall in my home featuring an eclectic mix of art.
So if you are interested in building an art collection or even just buying a one off special piece, heading into a gallery such as Castle Fine Art is a great place to start ( they have galleries all around the country). In each branch they have a skilled, knowledgeable and friendly team of art consultants who can guide you through the process - introduce you to art that maybe you wouldn’t have considered and open you eyes to new and exciting artists.
A selection of some of my favourite artworks from Castle Fine Art.
Richard Rowan - ‘Calm’
Billy Connolly - ‘Go Fly a Kite’
Richard Rowan - ‘World Means You’
Mark Spain - ‘Hands on Hips
Bisaillon Brothers - ‘Modern Simplicity’
Richard Hambledon - ‘Tribeca Rider’
Illuminati Neon - ‘Queen in Residence’
Billy Connolly - ‘Wearing the Ring’
They can also guide you through the differences of finishes and framing options ( because a special piece deserves to be framed beautifully)
I’m so thrilled to have teamed up with Castle Fine Art to give you, one of my readers, the chance to win a hand signed limited edition print by artist Alfie Bowen!
‘Lion’ by Alfie Bowen from the Call of the Wild series.
Alfie Bowen is an award winning wildlife photographer who draws from his experiences of autism and bullying to create these memorable monochromatic photographs of animals. His debut Call of the Wild collection includes his latest limited edition prints of a flamingo, elephant, zebra and Lion ‘Prince of Darkness’ which is the print that you could win.
To enter all you need to do is subscribe to Castle Fine Art’s mailing list here (please ensure to verify entry which might be sent to your junk folder). Each week Castle Fine Art release exciting new pieces to their gallery and online so you’ll receive all the latest updates, and that’s it, what are you waiting for?! Good luck!