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Helpful Guide To Commissioned Oil Paintings

By Shirley Roberts


A lot of art lovers are keen to find a beautiful customized work of art for their home. Yet if you have little experience with commissioning art, it can seem very intimidating. The good news is that it may be much easier to achieve than you realize. This guide is aimed at helping you through the process of buying commissioned oil paintings with simple step by step help.

The fist thing you may wish to consider is what you are looking for. Many elements define an artwork from size to style to medium. Thus it can be helpful to think carefully about where the item will be displayed. Choosing a size and medium to compliment its surroundings makes sense. Write down your ideas to help you to refine your thoughts.

If the painting is a gift for a loved one, think about what he or she is interested in and loves. An oil painting that reflects his or her personality is a meaningful and thoughtful gift. It is also useful to jot down your budget in advance. Finally, spend some time looking through art magazines and online to see examples of artworks. This is sure to give you plenty of ideas and inspiration for styles and colors.

There are certainly a seemingly unlimited number of possible subjects for paintings. However to start you might want to think about some of the classic genres such as still life, seascape or landscape, portrait or figurative. On the other hand abstract work is also extremely popular. Work out what subject you are most interested in before a consultation with an artist.

After you have worked out what type of subject will best suit your needs, the next step is to find an artist that focuses on this genre. The ways of connecting to artists are extremely diverse. Some options, not an exhaustive list, are highlighted below.

For example you might visit art fairs and galleries to see works by oil painters. Before you visit it makes sense to do some preliminary research to see what is on offer. This can help you to focus on particular artists work that you are interested in. Remember that while it can be very convenient to work with local artists many will ship across the country for a reasonable price.

If you are not sure whether an artist does commissions from their website it can still be worthwhile to ask. In fact many are very happy to consider this arrangement. They will be able to give you detailed information about deposits, pricing, returns information and time lines.

Last but not least it is very important to be a well informed buyer. This requires careful and accurate research. Ensuring that you fully understand your options and that you choose a commission wisely is very important. The first consultation with an artist is a chance to discuss all your questions and concerns. Remember that oil painting typically takes a long time to dry and is a slow process so this will be factored into time lines. However the end result is typically well worth the wait for buyers who want a lasting and meaningful work of art for their home or to give as a present.




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