How to choose art?
Advice for first-time buyers. Original, direct art – especially oil paintings – can make any space personal and emotionally valuable. If you are buying art for the first time, here are practical recommendations to help you make an informed choice. Every work should have its place. Are you looking for artwork for the living room, a peaceful painting for the bedroom or an effective accent for the office? Large spaces need bold works, while smaller spaces are better suited to a calm and airy composition. We are talking about a painting that you can live with, so to speak. A painting that you can live with is one that makes you feel good and has energy that speaks to you. A painting that does not disturb or irritate you when you are in the same room, but rather lifts your mood and creates positive feelings. Art is personal – do not choose according to what “should”, but according to what really speaks to you. Are you drawn to an abstract oil painting or rather clear nature motifs or portraits? When you look at a painting, you will recognize the clear right one. Trust your feeling. Of course, there are fashion trends that dictate styles and even color schemes. But fortunately, nowadays it is also allowed to be authentic, that is, you yourself. An original oil painting carries the artist's handwriting, brushstrokes and energy that no printed copy can convey. An original work is unique and often valuable. When an artist paints with his heart, he puts a piece of himself into each work. The colors of the paintings affect the mood. Warm tones create coziness, cool tones soothe. Choose colors that support the function of the room and your personal style. Flower paintings instead of real flowers. I use this myself in my home. Different flower paintings create a mood. They can be changed according to the season and mood. For example, tulip paintings in spring bring the fresh, bright glow of spring into the room. A work of art as a gift is deeper and more memorable than a mass product. Think about the taste of the recipient, their home interior and what emotion you want to give them. In the end – the right painting is not the one that everyone likes, but the one that makes you feel good. If the work makes you stop and think, then you have found the right one. Do you want to have a unique oil painting? Browse the gallery of MarjuMaalib's completed works or get in touch! Gallery of completed works Get in touch!