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Five Mistakes to Avoid when Buying an Art Reproduction Painting
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By David De Groot
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Art reproductions make splendid investments if you enjoy fineart and want to stay within your budget. Hand-paintedreproductions are painted on canvas by experienced artists,which makes them more comparable to the originals than printedcopies. However, not all art reproductions are created equal.Before buying an art reproduction, try to avoid these mistakes.
Mistake #1: Buying Art Based on Artist Recognition Alone
If you adore paintings by a particular artist, never assume thatall paintings by that artist are going to be desirable. Manytalented artists produce great and not-so-great paintings. Ifyou buy paintings by a particular artist without seeing themfirst, you might be disappointed. If ordering online, you canusually see a photo of the reproduction or original beforehand.
Mistake #2: Buying Online without Seeing the Full Picture
When viewing art online, make sure you're able to view anenlarged image of the painting (not just a thumbnail) so you'llbe able to examine it thoroughly. Smaller images on the Web tendto distort or cut paintings. If you're thinking of buying apainting online, and a large view of the image is not available,email the Web site's owner to request a larger image by email.
Mistake #3: Buying Art from Just Anyone
Another common mistake you should avoid is buying art from acompany or individual without knowing who they are or what typeof customer service they provide. See if there are testimonialsfrom other customers. Find companies that are experienced inproducing fine quality paintings. Oil painting reproductionsshould be painted by a professional to fully grasp the detailand mood of the original. If buying at an online auction, payattention to the seller's feedback if available. Learn all youcan about the company or individual before committing to apurchase.
Mistake #4: Buying a Painting Just Because It's Famous
Try not to get too caught up with the popularity of a painting.Not all paintings should be avoided just because they're notfamous. If you're planning to use painting reproductions fordecorative purposes, you might benefit from many paintings thatare not necessarily famous or even created by a well-knownartist. Never buy a painting just because everyone else has. Ifyou don't like the painting, you'll only be wasting money.
Mistake #5: Opting for the Cheapest Shipping Method WhenOrdering by Mail
If you order art by mail or online, always choose the safestpossible shipping method with tracking ability when available.Choosing the cheapest shipping method might save you a fewdollars, but your painting could arrive damaged. Then, you'llhave to pay for shipping to return it, and wait on a replacement.
Join an art forum or subscribe to an art magazine to keep up todate with the latest art trends, best selling pieces of art,etc. Also, do some research before buying a painting to makesure it's right for you. Avoid these mistakes when buying artreproductions, and you'll be able to locate great works or artto treasure for a lifetime.
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